Author: Andre Broussard, D.C.
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Aerobic Exercises vs Weight Lifting For Chronic Back Pain
Aerobic vs. resistance exercise for chronic non-specific low back pain: A systematic review and meta-analysis Article type: Research Article Authors: Wewege, Michael* | Booth, John | Parmenter, Belinda Affiliations: Department of Exercise Physiology, School of Medical Sciences, Faculty of Medicine, University of New South Wales, Sydney, NSW, Australia Correspondence: [*] Corresponding author: Michael Wewege, Department of Exercise Physiology, School of Medical Sciences, Faculty…
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The faster you walk, the longer you may live
Monday 4 June 2018 A new study brings good news to walkers — and especially to those who favor a brisker pace in their strolls. The faster you walk, the more you may be prolonging your lifespan, the researchers have found. It’s a known fact that walking can help to protect our health and prolong…
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Fish Oil Reduces Depression During Pregnancy
Dietary supplementation with omega-3 fatty acids rich in EPA during pregnancy or postpartum reduces some symptoms associated with depression. DHA supplementation to healthy pregnant women can also reduce the risk of postpartum depression. Omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acid supplementation in prevention and treatment of maternal depression: Putative mechanism and recommendation Journal of Affective Disorders — Hsu…
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Spinal Mobilization Helps To Redistribute The Fluids In Discs
One of the ways chiropractic treatment helps to reduce back pain is how it re-distributes the fluids within the disc that is causing the pain. ~ Dr. Broussard Sci Rep. 2018; 8: 8281. Published online 2018 May 29. doi: 10.1038/s41598-018-26697-7 PMCID: PMC5974269 PMID: 29844484 Short-term increase in discs’ apparent diffusion is associated with pain and mobility improvements after spinal…
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Why Does Anyone Eat Egg Whites?
THE EGGSONERATION CONTINUES: WHY DOES ANYONE EAT EGG WHITES? MAY 26, 2018 The skeptical cardiologist pointed out in 2013 that there was no good evidence supporting limiting dietary cholesterol to 300 mg per day. I exulted, therefore, in 2016 , when this long-standing dietary recommendation came out of the US dietary guidelines. Recognizing that dietary cholesterol doesn’t need to…
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Reduce Your Risk of Adverse Drug Events By Using Chiropractic Treatment For Back Pain
This study seems to suggest that it is possible that people who see chiropractors for their back pain have less adverse drug events than people who don’t go to the chiropractor for their back pain issues. ~ Dr. Broussard Association Between Utilization of Chiropractic Services for Treatment of Low Back Pain and Risk of Adverse…
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Could Vitamin D Help To Fight Diabetes?
MAY 15, 2018 Healthline/Medical News Today With diabetes now reaching epidemic proportions, unearthing an innovative way to tackle the condition is pressing. A new study investigates whether vitamin D might provide a new route to treatment. Currently, there are around 30 million people in the United States living with type 2 diabetes, a lifelong condition that cannot yet…
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More Evidence That Spinal Manipulation Improves Function For Back Pain Patients
This study concluded, “There is moderate-quality evidence that manipulation and mobilization are likely to reduce pain and improve function for patients with chronic low back pain; manipulation appears to produce a larger effect than mobilization. Both therapies appear safe.” ~ Dr. Broussard Manipulation and mobilization for treating chronic low back pain: a systematic review and…
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Shoulder Pain – Soft Tissue or Motor Control Problem?
May 10, 2018 Dr. Carl Baird DC, MS, CCSP Chiropractic, Shoulder Pain, Rehabilitation Is your shoulder issue being caused by a soft tissue restriction or a motor control issue? An important question to ask in regards to finding the best treatment option. Today we’re going to take you through the process and show how easy it can…
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Does Running Cause Further Damage To Knee Arthritis?
The authors of this study wanted to find out if running caused damage to already arthritic knees in overweight men and women that were somewhat overweight. The runners ran at their own pace over a period of about 4 years. They concluded that knee pain improved and the x-rays did not show any more damage…