Author: Andre Broussard, D.C.
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Physical Therapy, Chiropractic Back Care Cut Opioid Use, Costs
Payers that cover physical therapy and chiropractic care for addressing lower back pain can lower costs and opioid use. By Thomas Beaton October 23, 2018 – Payers could improve outcomes, increase cost-effectiveness, and reduce opioid use for lower back pain by expanding non-pharmacological coverage such as physical therapy and chiropractic care, according to a new…
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Is Back Pain A Risk Factor For Diabetes?
This article concluded that, “Among younger women, those with chronic low back pain may have an increased risk of diabetes.” ~ Dr. Broussard Is chronic low back pain a risk factor for diabetes? The Nord-Trøndelag Health Study BMJ Open Diabetes Res Care. 2018; 6(1): e000569. Published online 2018 Oct 23. doi: [10.1136/bmjdrc-2018-000569] PMCID: PMC6203062 PMID:…
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Too many people missing out on health benefits of golf, some experts say
Reuters Health News | October 22, 2018 Playing golf is associated with better strength and balance, a sharper mind, a lower risk of heart disease and a longer life, according to public health experts who say more people should take up the sport. While an estimated 60 million people play golf at least twice a…
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Nerve Root Stimulation May Help Back Pain More
By Steven Reinberg HealthDay Reporter TUESDAY, Oct. 16, 2018 (HealthDay News) — Stimulating a specific set of nerves that are nestled along the spine may deliver relief to those who suffer from chronic back pain and cut the need for opioid painkillers, new research suggests. The therapy, which targets the root ganglion nerves, is more…
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What’s the link between ulcerative colitis and joint pain?
Last reviewed Tue 16 October 2018 By Kat Gal Reviewed by Debra Sullivan, PhD, MSN, RN, CNE, COI Ulcerative colitis is a form of inflammatory bowel disease. In addition to gastrointestinal symptoms, people with this condition often experience painful and swollen joints. According to the Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation, up to 25 percent of people…
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Supplements Tainted By Prescription Drugs
In this article, they say that the drug that’s in Viagra, prescription appetite suppressant, and synthetic steroids are in some over-the-counter supplements out there. If you ever need help in this area, please let me know, I may be able to help you avoid problems. ~ Dr. Broussard Unapproved Pharmaceutical Ingredients Included in Dietary Supplements Associated…
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Dose Response for Cervicogenic Headache Treated With Spinal Manipulation
Almost 20% of the population suffers from chronic headaches. Before this article, we did not know what the optimum number of visits to recommend for chronic cervicogenic headaches. The article says that we can expect a 50% reduction after 18 sessions of spinal manipulative therapy. ~ Dr. Brosusard Dose-response and efficacy of spinal manipulation for…
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Berberine and Blood Sugar
Berberine has become synonymous with supporting the maintenance of healthy blood sugar levels, as well as having benefits for the gut, brain and heart. A recent article delves into the biological mechanisms of this botanical to confirm its influence on blood sugar. Although not fully understood, the pathogenesis of Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus (T2DM) seems to stem from…
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Dizziness and Vertigo
One type of dizziness and vertigo is caused by problems in the neck area. That’s called “cervicogenic vertigo“. In other words, the cause of the vertigo is coming from the cervical spine. A study in a Polish medical journal found that using multiple therapies including manual therapy, acupuncture and vestibular rehabilitation helps with this disorder. ~…
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Chiropractic Treatment for Acute Lumbar Disc Herniation
Acute sciatica secondary to lumbar disc herniation may benefit from chiropractic spinal manipulation October 8, 2018 LOS ANGELES — Results presented at the North American Spine Society Annual Meeting showed a small subgroup of patients with acute sciatica secondary to lumbar disc herniation may significantly benefit from chiropractic spinal manipulation therapy. Paul B. Bishop ,…