Waiting May Reduce Need for Back Surgery
New studies demonstrate that waiting may be the best alternative to back surgery.
Approximately 1.5 million back surgeries are performed worldwide. These surgeries are performed to address painful problems associated with slipped or misaligned disks. Intransient sciatica and other lower back conditions are extremely painful and can impact the quality of life of those afflicted. New research though suggests that 75% of such cases will improve on their own if left untreated. (Read more about Waiting May Reduce Need for Back Surgery)
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Worried Sick? There Might Be Some Truth There
A recent report by health provider BUPA has found that people's worries are damaging their health by causing sleepless nights, loss of sex drive, and erratic eating habits. The 2007 Worry Report demonstrates that almost one in five people constantly worry about numerous things, and more than half feel they worry more now than five years ago. Half of the people surveyed this year, which is 6% more than in 2006, claimed they were more worried about their health and their family's health than about other concerning issues such as climate change or terrorist attacks. The survey finds that almost three quarters of people worry, but around 19% admit to worrying all the time or about a number of things. (Read more about Worried Sick? There Might Be Some Truth There)
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Reducing Stress Lowers Risk of Cardiovascular Problems
A Review in The Lancet reveals the importance of healthy lifestyle choices to reduce stressors related to cardiovascular risk factors. Researchers from John Hopkins Hospital in Baltimore examined records between 1990 to 2006. They observed how stress affects the sympathetic nervous system, impacts physiology, and the effect it has on the cardiovascular system. Lead author, Daniel Brotman, claims "Acute physical stressors such as sugery, trauma, and intense physical exertion are well known triggers of cardiovascular events. Emotional stressors are increasingly recognized as precipitants of such events." (Read more about Reducing Stress Lowers Risk of Cardiovascular Problems)
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Rapid Rise in "Complementary" Medical Services
Have you been to a practitioner besides your family physician? Whether chiropractic care, acupuncture, yoga or homeopathy, Complementary and Alternative Medicine (CAM) has become increasingly common in the United States, and 72% of adults use some form of CAM therapies according to the US National Centers for Disease Control and US National Center for Health Statistics.
A recent cover story in The New York Times Magazine highlighted how chronic pain tends to be under treated because doctors worry about over prescribing medications, and being liable for malpractice or even criminal penalties. Many doctors fear entering the field of pain management at all. Many patients are also concerned about becoming dependant on medication or about the invasiveness and dangers of surgery and anesthesia. CAM therapies, which are able to treat pain and help manage diseases without medication or surgery, are rapidly growing services as people search out better, safer approaches.
So how effective are Complementary and Alternative Medicine therapies? (Read more about Rapid Rise in "Complementary" Medical Services)
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Yoga Is a Possible Treatment For Depression
Yoga may offer solutions for depression, anxiety and epilepsy.
Reports from the World Health Organization and elsewhere estimate that mental illness comprises fifteen percent of the global disease burden. Depression and anxiety disorders contribute heavily to these numbers. One treatment approach is offered by various medications designed to stimulate the brain's primary inhibitory neuro transmitter, gamma-aminobutyric (or GABA) levels. Findings released by Boston University School of Medicine report that yoga may elevate these GABA levels in the brain and may provide a way to treat these disorders. (Read more about Yoga Is a Possible Treatment For Depression)
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Back Pain
There's a good chance you or someone you care about has suffered with back pain that lasts a long time.
Back pain is the second leading symptom seen by doctors in the United States.
Now, one might think a powerful group of pain medicines can help relieve the agony.
But it appears, their effectiveness, at least with back pain, might be overblown.
Chronic back pain--meaning, pain that lasts more than three months--is reported in 19 percent of working adults. That's one in five!
Thambal Yima will tell you first hand how debilitating it can be. She suffered five herniated discs, and two fractures a couple of years ago. “I went through all kinds of medical treatments. I was in so much pain to get up on the examination table I would scream.”
She came in in intractable pain, certainly, sounding like someone, if there was someone, who would benefit from opioid pain medicines…drugs in the morphine family.
These are drugs like fentanyl, percocet, oxycontin, and vicodin. They are powerful pain killers. But according to new research in the annals of internal medicine, the difference in pain relief between these medicines and placebo was not significantly different long term, believe it or not. (Read more about Back Pain)
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Slipped Disc
One of the most common injuries to the spine is slipped or a herniated disk. This condition may be extremely painful and may damage surrounding muscle and nerve systems. (Read more about Slipped Disc)
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Health Wrap: Reports on Snoring, Fetuses and Pain, Forgetfulness and Baseball
A new study finds that habitual snoring in women is strongly tied to body mass index—a marker of fatness-- and age.
Overall, 7.6 percent of women snore.
The frequency of snoring reaches its peak in women ages 50 to 59.
Frequent snoring was found to increase with alcohol dependence, smoking and physical inactivity.
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Work Stress and Metabolic Syndrome
It would make sense at first glance that workplace stress leads to heart disease--no surprise, right?
But the latest research shows chronic stress at work can also leads to diabetes--and that--raises eyebrows.
“Deadlines, they ask you questions all the time, is this done yet, is that done yet,” cries Esteban Chavez.
Do you ever feel like work just wants to make you scream?! (Read more about Work Stress and Metabolic Syndrome)
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holiday headaches
But that’s where the question lies: at what point does one really get life-protecting benefit from exercise--beyond the benefits of a better figure? (Read more about holiday headaches)
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Dr. Matt Bergtold
Olde Naples Chiropractic Health Center
689 Tamiami Trail N. Suite D
Naples,
FL
34102
Call (888) 245-3215
You have probably been experiencing pain in the lower back, buttock, or various parts of the leg and foot, and you don't know where to turn. Doctors believe this may be caused by general compression of nerve roots- an issue ameliorated with chiropractic services. Chiropractic services have one of the highest patient satisfaction rates among various specialties. Many chiropractors specialize in spinal adjustments only, but Dr. Matt Bergtold, DC of Olde Naples Chiropractic Health Center has extensive experience in caring for a wide range of neuro-musculoskeletal and general health issues. Located in Naples, Florida, his clinic has refined methods intended to address an array of disorders- diverse tools to provide the best care.
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Dr. Matt Bergtold
Olde Naples Chiropractic Health Center
689 Tamiami Trail N. Suite D
Naples,
FL
34102
Call (888) 245-3215
Back pain treatment requires an experienced doctor and a great staff. If you are looking for a quality place in Naples, Florida, Dr. Matthew R. Bergtold, DC of the Olde Naples Chiropractic Health Center would like to help you feel your best. Back pain can be a very complicated problem and if it goes untreated you may be doing yourself serious harm. Find out more about the many ways Dr. Bergtold can help you.
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Dr. Frank Shallenberger
Nevada Center for Alternative & Anti Aging Medicine
1231 Country Club Drive
Carson City,
NV
89703
Call 888-729-1761
You've heard the words- mammogram, osteoporosis, breast cancer- but you've always been healthy. However, the effects of breast cancer and bone loss are potentially devastating and screening has become more effective than ever. The Nevada Center of Alternative and Anti Aging Medicine in the Reno, Nevada area, offers a comprehensive approach to women's health care.
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Dr. Noam Sadovnik, D.C.
Dr. Sadovnik's Renewal Center
1085 Park Ave Suite 1E
NYC,
NY
10128
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It may be difficult to find the cause of carpal tunnel syndrome, but it sure is easy to feel the results. The nagging pain, decreased range of motion, and prickling numbness associated with CTS can make even the simplest tasks unbearable. If you need lasting relief from the pain in your wrist, see what Dr. Noam Sadovnik, DC can do for you. Call Sadovnik's Renewal Center in New York City when you have had enough of CTS.
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Dr. Southern California Spine Center
Southern California Spine Center
9095 Rio San Diego Dr. Suite 155
San Diego,
CA
92108
Call 619-916-3296
Finding good chiropractic services can be a real hassle sometimes because you never know who will deliver on the promise of pain relief. Dr. Michael Mountain at the Southern California Spine Center in San Diego takes your care seriously and wants to be there for you.
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Dr. Howard Goodman
Herniated Disc Center
15 Park Avenue (Btw 34-35th St)
New York,
New York
10016
Call (888) 292-7798
Don't let your muscles restrain your active lifestyle! If you are suffering from muscle conditions, there is effective treatment available. Dr. Howard Goodman, at the Herniated Disc Center in Manhattan, NYC, dispenses quality care for all muscle-related ailments.
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Dr. Anthony Fava, DC
Advanced Center for Injury & Wellness
392 Totowa Rd.
Totowa,
New Jersey
07512
Call 888-245-5617
If chronic back pain has taken control of your daily life in NJ, then there is effective treatment for you close by. At the Advanced Center for Injury & Wellness in Passaic County, New Jersey, Dr. Anthony Fava, DC uses the DRX9000 spinal decompression machine to provide back pain relief to those in need.
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ExtenTrac Certified Practices
ExtenTrac Certified Practices
51 East 42nd Street, Suite 402
New York,
NY
10017
Call 888-855-6488
Having low back pain can really play a role in your inability to carry out practical tasks. It can make each move you make an unbearable challenge, causing you to be less active than you were before. In order to change your life around and increase your level of activity, it is urgent that you receive back pain treatment that targets your specific needs. The certified doctors of ExtenTrac Certified Practices are just the qualified professionals to help get you back to your active self by offering revolutionary, non-invasive care designed to provide you with long-lasting pain relief.
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Dr. Steven Shoshany
New York Integrative Medical and Rehab
632 Broadway, Ste 303 (btw. Bleecker & Houston)
NYC,
NY
10012
Call (888) 435-7155
Finding a massage therapist who can effectively discuss your symptoms can be difficult. At New York Integrative Medical and Rehab, located in Manhattan, NY, Dr. Steven Shoshany, puts patient communication first to ensure massage therapy that can help you.
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Dr. Louis Miller
Advanced Pain Relief Center of South Florida
6133 Lake Worth Road
Lake Worth,
Florida
33463
Call (888) 245-0860
If you suffer from Autism and are looking for effective Autism Treatment in Palm Beach County, West Palm Beach, FL, turn to Dr. Louis Miller. Dr. Miller has dedicated his life to treating Autism with the most innovative techniques available in the world. He works with a loyal and caring staff at the Advanced Pain Relief Center, who will be sympathetic to your needs every step of the way in administering extraordinary personal care.
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ExtenTrac Certified Practices
ExtenTrac Certified Practices
51 East 42nd Street, Suite 402
New York,
NY
10017
Call 888-855-6488
Are you suffering from a herniated disc? Is the pain too much to bear? Well, you can find help at ExtenTrac Certified PRactices in Manhattan, NYC. There the doctors will offer you spinal decompression therapy that works and can give you the life you have been wanting for so long: a life without pain.
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Dr. Anthony Fava, DC
Advanced Center for Injury & Wellness
392 Totowa Rd.
Totowa,
New Jersey
07512
Call 888-245-5617
Effective rehab is available if a sports-related injury has sidelined you. Dr. Anthony Fava, DC provides quality treatment at the Advanced Center for Injury & Wellness, located in Passaic County, New Jersey.
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Dr. Roger W. Spencer, M.D.
MUA Center of Orlando
132 Benmore Drive
Winter Park,
FL
32792
Call 888-232-8152
Call (888)-281-4638 for Pain Management Results
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Howard Goodman
Herniated Disc Center
15 Park Avenue (Btw 34-35th St)
Manhattan,
NY
10016
Call (888) 292-7798
Struggling with neck or back pain? Midtown Manhattan's Dr. Howard Goodman provides relief with spinal decompression therapy. As a member of Spinalaid , Dr. Howard Goodman reinforces his practice with exclusive core stabilization and bracing protocols to prevent recurrence of pain after treatment.
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ExtenTrac Certified Practices
ExtenTrac Certified Practices
51 East 42nd Street, Suite 402
New York,
NY
10017
Call 888-855-6488
As a back pain sufferer, there is probably nothing you want more than to end your pain once and for all. The key to ending your condition is getting the proper care from a well-trained medical professional who can get you on the right road towards your recovery. The doctors of ExtenTrac Certified Practices in Manhattan, NYC are just the qualified candidates to turn to if you're looking for effective treatment that will bring you the back pain relief you've yearned for.
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Dr. Matt Bergtold
Olde Naples Chiropractic Health Center
689 Tamiami Trail N. Suite D
Naples,
FL
34102
Call (888) 245-3215
Are you frustrated by the failure of traditional medicine? Have past surgeries and drugs failed to free you from the symptoms of your bodily ailments? If this is the case and you live in or around Naples, Florida, then relief starts with a simple phone call to Dr. Matthew R. Bergtold and his experienced staff at the Olde Naples Chiropractic Health Center. Dr. Bergtold specializes in chiropractic care specializing in easing the pain of auto, work, and sports related injuries.
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Immune Recovery Foundation Dr.S. Edward Bradford
Immune Recovery Foundation, LLC
4646 N. Shallowford Rd
Atlanta,
GA
30338
Call 888-337-9370
Older men know the importance of regular prostate check-ups, because nothing is more important than catching prostate cancer early. However, for those that currently suffer from prostate cancer, they can go the trained professionals at The Immune Recovery Clinic of the Immune Recovery Foundation in North Carolina for great treatment.
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Dr. Matt Bergtold
Olde Naples Chiropractic Health Center
689 Tamiami Trail N. Suite D
Naples,
FL
34102
Call (888) 245-3215
Chiropractors practice in over 100 countries in a school of medicine that has evolved over a century. Any mechanical disorder of the spine and musculoskeletal system that affects the nervous system or decreases health can be treated by Chiropractors. If you need an experienced and board-certified Chiropractor, Dr. Matt Bergtold, DC of Naples, Florida should be your first option. He offers multiple treatments to thoroughly and effectively treat your problems. His extensive experience with the most cutting edge techniques promise the most refined and individualized care available.
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Dr. David Podell, DC
Waterfront Institute for Spine and Joint Rehabilation
115 River Rd, Bld 10
Edgewater,
NJ
07020
Call (888) 319-4510
Is back or neck pain forcing you to putt your active lifestyle on hold?You don't have to put up with the pain. There are effective back pain and neck pain treatments available at the Waterfront Institute in Bergen County, NJ, Dr. David Podell, DC has headed the chiropractic practice for years.
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