Author: Andre Broussard, D.C.
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Acupuncture Helps Improve Conception and Birth Rates with In-Vitro Fertilization Procedures
In a review article published in the Archives of Gynecology and Obstetrics, the authors found that acupuncture can significantly improve clinical pregnancy rates and live birth rates among women undergoing in-vitro fertilization procedures. ~ Dr. Broussard Effects of acupuncture on pregnancy outcomes in women undergoing in vitro fertilization: an updated systematic review and meta-analysis Published:…
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Acupuncture Improves Conception Rates for Women Undergoing In Vitro Fertilization
Women who used acupuncture along with usual in vitro fertilization procedures had higher conception rates. The authors of a study published in the Archives of Gynecology and Obstetrics concluded that acupuncture can significantly improve clinical pregnancy rates and live birth rates among women undergoing in vitro fertilization. ~ Dr. Broussard Effects of acupuncture on pregnancy…
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Non-Opioid Management of New Onset Back Pain
In an article published in the Journal of Orthopedic Research, the authors found that muscle relaxants and non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) were effective in reducing new onset back pain and disability. The combination of NSAIDs and Tylenol was better than NSIADs alone, and Tylenol by itself wasn’t much help. ~ Dr. Broussard Nonopioid pharmacological management…
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Marathon Running Not a Risk Factor for Arthritis
— A good thing too, because most aren’t going to quit by John Gever, Contributing Writer, MedPage Today March 10, 2023 LAS VEGAS — Intensity of distance running had no bearing on the prevalence of hip and knee osteoarthritis among participants in recent editions of the Chicago Marathon, researchers reported here. Rather, the risk factors…
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A Higher Dose of Magnesium Each Day Keeps Dementia at Bay
Published March 23, 2023 | Originally published on MedicalXpress Breaking News-and-Events More magnesium in our daily diet leads to better brain health as we age, according to scientists from the Neuroimaging and Brain Lab at The Australian National University (ANU). The researchers say increased intake of magnesium-rich foods such as spinach and nuts could also…
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Chiropractic Technique May Improve Disc Related Low Back Pain
In an article published in SN Comprehensive Clinical Medicine, an author from Logan University, a chiropractic college, found that by using MRI spectroscopy, they could quantify both structural and biochemical improvements in patients with disc related back pain using the Cox Technique of chiropractic treatments.. ~ Dr. Broussard Magnetic Resonance Spectroscopy Displays the Structural and…
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Literature Review Shows Manipulative Therapy May Help Your Chronic Neck Pain
In an article published in the journal Complementary Therapies in Clinical Practice, the author states that there is an increasing number of people suffering from chronic neck pain due to increased telecommuting. The author searched the medical literature regarding manipulative therapy for chronic neck pain and concluded that manipulative therapy, a popular treatment by chiropractors,…
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Walnuts May Help With ADHD Symptoms
In a study published in the journal eClinical Medicine, the authors found that teenagers who ate 30 grams of walnuts per day for 6 months had improved attention, and improved ADHD symptoms. ~ Dr. Broussard Effect of walnut consumption on neuropsychological development in healthy adolescents: a multi-school randomised controlled trial eClinical Medicine VOLUME 59, 101954, MAY…
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Ginger and peppermint: Two herbal heavy-hitters to treat nausea, naturally
By Jules Murtha | Fact-checked by Anastasia Climan, RDN, CD-N | Published May 30, 2023 Key Takeaways The rhizome of the plant Zingiber officinale, also known as ginger, has been used for thousands of years to treat stomach upset and aid digestion. Studies show that peppermint (Mentha piperita) may be used in complementary medicine to reduce…
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A myth no more: Cranberry products can prevent urinary tract infections for women
Published April 20, 2023 | Originally published on MedicalXpress Breaking News-and-Events Drinking cranberry juice has long been a mythical prevention strategy for women who develop a urinary tract infection—and new medical evidence shows consuming cranberry products is an effective way to prevent a UTI before it gets started. A global study looking at the benefits…