Author: Andre Broussard, D.C.

  • Acupuncture for the sequelae of Bell’s palsy

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    JUNE 23, 2015 Trials Kwon HJ, et al. Incomplete recovery from facial palsy results in social and physical disabilities, and the medical options for the sequelae of Bell’s palsy are limited. Acupuncture is widely used for Bell’s palsy patients in East Asia, but its efficacy is unclear. Compared with the waiting list group, acupuncture had…

  • Does Chiropractic Treatment Reduce Pain In People With Degenerative Cervical Radiculopathy?

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    In this article published in the journal Clinical Rehabilitation, the authors found that there was moderate level evidence to support the immediate effectiveness of cervical spine manipulation (chiropractic type treatment) in treating people with cervical radiculopathy. ~ Dr. Broussard Does cervical spine manipulation reduce pain in people with degenerative cervical radiculopathy? A systematic review of…

  • Does Caffeine Contribute To Hot Flashes In Menopause?

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    A study conducted at the Women’s Health Clinic at The Mayo Clinic followed over 1,000 women who rated their hot flashes for over 6 years.  The authors found that the women who used caffeine had higher hot-flashes scores. ~ Dr. Broussard Caffeine and menopausal symptoms: what is the association? Menopause. 2015 Feb;22(2):155-8. doi: 10.1097/GME.0000000000000301. Faubion SS1,…

  • Balance and Brain Health

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    During the course of the history and examination with new patients, it’s quite common to encounter seemingly unrelated complaints that may benefit from chiropractic care. For example, last month we looked at alternative nutritional approaches to treating high cholesterol rather than jumping at the use of statin medications. We’ve also discussed the association between balance…

  • The Elimination Diet: Everything You Need to Know About the Buzzy Diet

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    Molly Gallagher February 3, 2015 “Lose 10 Pounds in 10 Days!” and “Get the Body You’ve Always Wanted” are some common come-ons that you might hear this time of year about ways to (supposedly) get healthy. But what if the tagline for a diet was “Figure Out What’s Keeping You Up At Night” or “Finally,…

  • Diet and Inflammatory Bowel Disease

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    January 29, 2015 Gastroenterology TAKE-HOME MESSAGE The authors review diet in the management of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). Studies regarding the effect of food on IBD are discussed. Overall, authors found that components of some whole foods can cause IBD symptoms, whereas some nutrients may decrease inflammation of the intestines. Specific diets may improve the…

  • Chiropractic and Sinus Headaches

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    Sinus headaches refer to pain in the head typically in and around the face. Most of us are knowledgeable about two of our four sinuses: the frontal (forehead) and maxillary (our “cheek bones”). The other two sinuses (called ethmoid and sphenoid) are much less understood. As chiropractors, many patients ask us about sinus problems, as…

  • Why Your Coffee Addiction Isn’t So Bad for You

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    BY REAL SIMPLE JANUARY 28, 2015 4:25 PM EST Knocking back a daily cup of joe (or several) delivers more than a jolt of energy. That morning brew comes with a host of health benefits, according to research. Here’s how coffee can benefit your body and your brain. 1. Coffee may decrease your risk of depression. Drinking…

  • Whiplash and PTSD

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    Whiplash injuries commonly result from motor vehicle collisions (MVC) and are caused by a sudden jolt that initiates a startle response that has been found to tighten the muscles deep inside the neck, which has been reported to increase the risk of injury to the joints and structures of the cervical spine. The amount of…

  • How Much Does A Knee Replacement Cost?

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    Blue Cross Blue Shield Association Study Reveals Extreme Cost Variations for Knee and Hip Replacement Surgeries Data shows identical procedures can quadruple in cost depending on which hospital is selected within a market Blue Cross Blue Shield Association January 21, 2015 MEDIA CONTACTS Robert Elfinger 312.297.5899 robert.elfinger@bcbsa.com  CHICAGO – The cost of knee and hip replacement…