Category: Back Pain & Sciatica
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Risk Factors for Low Back Pain and Sciatica
This review of the medical literature found that there are several factors that put people at risk of back pain and sciatica. The authors mention things like characteristics of the individual (eg, older age), poor general health (eg, smoking), physical stress on spine (eg, vibration), and psychological stress (eg, depression). ~ Dr. Broussard The Spine Journal…
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This Spine Surgeon says “Avoid Spinal Surgery for Low Back Pain”
September 11, 2018 // by David Hanscom Stop and Think Carefully about Back Surgery If you’re considering having spinal surgery as the final fix for your back pain, I’d like to help you to think again about your options. I’m a spinal surgeon and I want you to know that surgery is not your best option…
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Characteristics of Chiropractic Patients Being Treated for Chronic Low Back and Neck Pain
In general, chiropractic patients were highly-educated, white females with at least partial insurance coverage for chiropractic care. Over 90% reported high satisfaction with their care. Avoiding surgery was the most important reason they chose chiropractic care. ~ Dr. Broussard JMPT July–August, 2018Volume 41, Issue 6, Pages 445–455 Patricia M. Herman, ND, PhD Abstract Objectives Chronic low back…
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The Value of Blowing Up A Balloon
In this article, they review an exercises called the 90/90 bridge with a ball and balloon. This exercises is designed to optimize breathing and enhance both posture and stability in order to improve function and decrease pain. The Value of Blowing Up A Balloon N Am J Sports Phys Ther. 2010 Sep; 5(3): 179–188. PMCID:…
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Preventive Spinal Manipulation for Chronic Low-Back Pain
This 2004 study showed that people who continued with preventive care did better than those who did not. The people who continued with preventive care maintained their pain relief, while those who stopped care had their pain come back. ~ Dr. Broussard Efficacy of Preventive Spinal Manipulation for Chronic Low-Back Pain and Related Disabilities: A…
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Ozone Therapy For Back Pain
A recent study reviewed using ozone therapy for back pain. The authors concluded that they saw an improvement in pain and functional scores with ozone therapy. There were some complications, mostly minor, but potentially serious were under-reported. Ozone therapy may help some low back pain patients by increasing circulation and reducing inflammation. ~ Dr. Broussard Ozone…
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Obesity, Physical Inactivity, Inflammation and Low Back Pain
People who are obese, and lack physical activity have more body inflammation. In a recent article published in Spine, they suggest that the inflammation that is associated with obesity and inactivity may be an underlying cause of low back pain. ~ Dr. Broussard Exploration of the Inter-Relationships Between Obesity, Physical Inactivity, Inflammation, and Low Back Pain…
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Unstable Shoes and Low Back Disability
Unstable shoes like the Masai Barefoot Technique can help to reduce lower back disability and improve range of motion. Effects and underlying mechanisms of unstable shoes on chronic low back pain: a randomized controlled trial Clinical Rehabilitation Juan Francisco Lisón Abstract Objective: To investigate the effects that wearing unstable shoes has on disability, trunk muscle activity,…
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Does Adult Scoliosis Cause Physical or Social Impairment?
“Although many patients with adult scoliosis have pain and dysfunction, there appears to be a large group that has no marked physical or social impairment.” Adult scoliosis: prevalence, SF-36, and nutritional parameters in an elderly volunteer population. Spine (Phila Pa 1976). 2005 May 1;30(9):1082-5. Schwab F1, Dubey A, Gamez L, El Fegoun AB, Hwang K,…
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Hip Bone Connected To The Back Bone
I see this finding regularly….Hip joint pain, morning stiffness, and pain with hip internal rotation were more common among older adults with chronic low back pain. ~ Dr. Broussard Hip Symptoms, Physical Performance, and Health Status in Older Adults With Chronic Low Back Pain: A Preliminary Investigation July 2018 Volume 99, Issue 7, Pages 1273–1278…