Author: Andre Broussard, D.C.
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If Cholesterol Goes Up After 60 Years Old, You May Benefit
Here is an article in the British Medical Journal that reports that as your “bad” cholesterol goes up after 60 years old, you may live as long or longer than those with lower levels of “bad” cholesterol. BMJ Open Cardiovascular medicine Volume 6, Issue 6 Research Lack of an association or an inverse association between…
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Chiropractic Manipulation Plus Strengthening Exercises Helps Humped Posture
This study concluded that chiropractic manipulative therapy with exercises are best for posture correction ~ Dr. Broussard Chiropractic manipulative therapy of the thoracic spine in combination with stretch and strengthening exercises, in improving postural kyphosis in woman – Full Text Health SA Gesondheid Volume 21, December 2016, Pages 303-308 Abstract Purpose This study serves to…
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Which Interventions Are Cost-Effective For Whiplash Injuries?
This study concluded that structured education, acupuncture added to routine medical care; manual therapy; multimodal care that includes manual therapy; advice and exercise; and psychological care using cognitive-behavioral therapy appear cost-effective. Spine J. 2016 Dec;16(12):1582-1597. doi: 10.1016/j.spinee.2015.08.025. Epub 2015 Nov 26. Which interventions are cost-effective for the management of whiplash-associated and neck pain-associated disorders? A systematic…
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Posture and Shoulder Impingement
This paper discussed two case reports where they were able to relieve symptoms of shoulder impingement and rotator cuff weakness using posture exercises in a high school quarterback and a collegiate swimmer. ~ Dr. Broussard Cervical Contribution To Functional Shoulder Impingement: Two Case Reports Int J Sports Phys Ther. 2016 Dec;11(6):980-991. Pheasant S. Abstract BACKGROUND:…
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Parke County Pumpkin-Cream Cheese Roll Low-Carb Recipe
Parke County Pumpkin-Cream Cheese Roll Low-Carb Recipe From CarbSmart Low-Carb & Gluten-Free Holiday Entertaining Cookbook The first time I tasted these rolls, I was cycling with my newish-husband through the gorgeous orange and red hills at the Parke County Covered Bridge Festival of Parke County Indiana–I say “of” because the festival is the entire county;…
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Paleo Shrimp Scampi
This Paleo Shrimp Scampi is an easy way to enjoy a classic seafood dish without all the gluten or carbohydrates from pasta. This recipe is a great meal option for those who prefer meals that are low in carbohydrates. Course-Main Dish Protocol-Elimination Diet, Paleo, Standard Servings 2 Ingredients 1 spaghetti squash cut in half lengthwise,…
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What Home Remedies for Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Are There?
Written by Hannah Nichols Reviewed by Beth Holloway RN, M.Ed. Last reviewed: Tue 20 December 2016 Carpal tunnel syndrome is a common condition that causes numbness, tingling, and sometimes pain in the fingers and the hand. Carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) ranges from mild to severe. Proper treatment can often restore the functioning of the hand…
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Improvement with gluten restriction in irritable bowel syndrome.
A study that came out this past October, showed that a gluten diet may worsen the symptoms of IBS patients. Therefore, some form of gluten sensitivity other than celiac disease exists in some of them, and patients with IBS may benefit from gluten restrictions. Intest Res. 2016 Oct; 14(4): 343–350. Published online 2016 Oct 17. doi: …
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Can a hair salon sink wash be a stroke risk?
12 December 2016 A man who suffered a stroke after getting his hair washed in a salon has been talking about his “life-changing injury”. Doctors who treated him said it was likely to have been a case of “beauty parlour syndrome” – which can occur when the neck is over-extended. This can damage arteries, which…
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A Study on Fats That Doesn’t Fit the Story Line
Aaron E. Carroll APRIL 15, 2016 There was a lot of news this week about a study, published in the medical journal BMJ, that looked at how diet affects heart health. The results were unexpected because they challenged the conventional thinking on saturated fats. And the data were very old, from the late 1960s and…