Author: Andre Broussard, D.C.
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What’s the Best Mattress for Back Pain?
Laird Harrison DISCLOSURES July 27, 2016 Issues of Spinal Curvature and Pressure Researchers at the Korea Research Institute of Standard and Science in Yuseong, South Korea, got closer to an answer. They measured study participants’ spinal curvature and pressure on different mattresses, then asked the subjects to evaluate the mattresses. They found that the participants…
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Zinc Lozenges Help Most Patients Recover Earlier From The Common Cold
Date: July 6, 2016 Source: Wiley Summary: Zinc acetate lozenges may reduce the duration of the common cold by nearly 3 days, according to a recent analysis. Zinc acetate lozenges may reduce the duration of the common cold by nearly 3 days, according to a recent analysis. Among 199 patients with the common cold who…
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Probiotics for Childhood Ear Infections
June 29, 2016 Kids get a lot of ear infections. In fact, it has been estimated that as many as 80% of children will experience at least one event of an acute ear infection, technically called acute otitis media (AOM). Often, as a consequence of AOM, kids will continue to have ear problems called secretary otitis media (SOM), characterized…
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Try Adding Raw Beet Juice for High Blood Pressure
In the Journal of Human Hypertension, an article found that raw beet juice was effective in improving blood pressure, inflammation, and total cholesterol levels. In this study, they used 250 milliliters of raw beet juice per day for 2-weeks. 250 milliliters is about 8.5 fluid ounces. Improvement of hypertension, endothelial function and systemic inflammation following…
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Surgeon says this exercise cures 99% of shoulder pain
Thursday, May 26, 2016 If you train in combat sports, at some point, your shoulders hurt. It drives some people from the gym entirely. However, an orthopedic surgeon, John M. Kirsch, M.D., has an exercise protocol that he says eliminates 99% of shoulder pain. It’s not just non surgical, it’s free. The theory is, we…
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Low Carb Diet May Reduce Gout Onset or Flare-Ups
An article published in the American College of Rheumatology found that reducing the dietary glycemic index lowers uric acid levels. Future studies should examine whether reducing the glycemic index can prevent gout onset or flares. ~ Dr. Broussard Arthritis Rheumatol . 2016 May;68(5):1281-9. doi: 10.1002/art.39527. Effects of Lowering Glycemic Index of Dietary Carbohydrate on Plasma…
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Carpal Tunnel Syndrome – How Do I If Know I Have It?
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome is VERY common. If fact, it affects 3-6% of the general population, and up to 50% of those afflicted have it in both hands! So what makes it so common? Here are several reasons: 1) ANATOMY: The wrist is made up of eight small “carpal” bones that allow the wrist to bend…
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Hip Arthritis: Is Arthroscopic Surgery Best For You?
Date: May 19, 2016 Source: Hospital for Special Surgery Summary: The use of arthroscopic hip surgery for pain relief has increased dramatically in the past decade. A study looking at patient data bases in Florida and California finds it may not be the best option, especially if a patient has arthritis or is over 60.…
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Tai Chi Deemed Beneficial for Knee Osteoarthritis
— Similar benefits for Tai Chi, physical therapy; benefits of Tai Chi consistent across instructors TUESDAY, May 17, 2016 (HealthDay News) — For knee osteoarthritis, similar benefits are seen for Tai Chi and standard physical therapy, according to a study published online May 17 in the Annals of Internal Medicine. Chenchen Wang, M.D., from the…
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Patients With Sciatica Still Experience Pain 5 Years After Surgery
Patients with sciatica experienced a rapid reduction in pain and disability in the first 3 months, but still had mild to moderate symptoms 5 years after surgery. European Journal of Pain Volume 20, Issue 10 November 2016 Pages 1700–1709 G.C. Machad First published: 12 May 2016 Abstract Background and objective The clinical course of patients…