Author: Andre Broussard, D.C.
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Lumbar Traction for Back Pain and Herniated Discs
Traction for back pain and herniated discs seem to help in the short term. For home traction, I recommend considering the Saunders Home Lumbar Traction Device. ~ Dr. Broussard The effect of mechanical traction on low back pain in patients with herniated intervertebral disks: a systemic review and meta-analysis Clinical Rehabilitation First Published August 28,…
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Tylenol Shown Ineffective For Acute Low Back Pain
Paracetamol, which is the same thing as Tylenol, is ineffective for acute lower back pain in this study published in the journal, PAIN. The authors recommend that pain doctors provide advice and reassurance without adding this drug. ~ Dr. Broussard Paracetamol is ineffective for acute low back pain even for patients who comply with treatment…
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Battlefield Acupuncture and Physical Therapy vs Physical Therapy Alone After Shoulder Surgery
Battlefield acupuncture involves using semi-permanent needles applied to certain points in the ear. This article found that battlefield acupuncture techniques significantly helped people with their pain after shoulder surgery. ~ Dr. Broussard Battlefield Acupuncture and Physical Therapy Versus Physical Therapy Alone After Shoulder Surgery Medical Acupuncture Vol. 31, No. 4 Keith M. Collinsworth and Donald…
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Physical Activity and Chronic Back Conditions
In an article published in the Journal of Sport and Health Science, the authors found that physical activity helps chronic back conditions. They recommend either 300 minutes per week of moderate exercise, or 30 minutes per week or vigorous activity. I always suggest that people try to find what exercise they like, that way they…
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Could Eating Local Food Reduce Blood Pressure and Diabetes Risk?
Published Friday 26 July 2019 By Tim Newman Fact checked by Isabel Godfrey A recent pilot study finds that consuming local foods with fewer additives might reduce abdominal fat, blood pressure, and diabetes risk. The study is small-scale, but the findings are intriguing. The food that we eat has a huge effect on our overall…
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Physical Activity Associated With Less Back Pain
This article found that physical activity and sports participation such as walking, domestic activities, cycling, football/rugby, running/jogging, manual work and housework is associated with less back pain. ~ Dr. Broussard Physical activity and chronic back conditions: A population-based pooled study of 60,134 adults J Sport Health Sci. 2019 Jul;8(4):386-393. doi: 10.1016/j.jshs.2019.01.003. Epub 2019 Jan 11.…
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Study Suggests Possible Link Between Sugary Drinks and Cancer
MedicalXpress Breaking News-and-Events | July 11, 2019 A study published by The BMJ today reports a possible association between higher consumption of sugary drinks and and an increased risk of cancer. While cautious interpretation is needed, the findings add to a growing body of evidence indicating that limiting sugary drink consumption, together with taxation and…
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In this article, the authors reviewed the medical literature for chiropractic services used in the military across the world. They found that recent studies suggest a benefit of including chiropractic care to the usual medical care in managing back in in active duty military. ~ Dr. Broussard Chiropractic services in the active duty military setting:…
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How Veterinarians Use Chiropractic to Assess Equine Back Pain
Veterinarians are using chiropractic techniques more frequently to evaluate and treat back disorders in horses. Here, a CSU professor and researcher outlines basic principles. Posted by Alexandra Beckstett, The Horse Managing Editor | Jul 16, 2019 Veterinarians are using chiropractic techniques more frequently to evaluate and treat back disorders in horses. These therapies are not taught in vet…
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How About a Broccoli Detox?
By: Austin Perlmutter, MD, Medical Student, Miller School of Medicine Since childhood we’ve been told to eat our broccoli, a request usually based on the claim that “it’s good for you.” Though we now have substantial research to back up this statement, new data from Johns Hopkins scientists may be one of the best reasons to keep this…