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Worried Sick? There Might Be Some Truth There Story

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 Story

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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Power Plate Technology Can Aid Physical Therapy Story

Power Plate Technology Can Aid Physical Therapy

For physical therapists who treat patients suffering from back pain and weakened core muscles, the Power Plate is a beneficial piece of technology. The machine vibrates to stimulate reflexive muscle contractions 25-50 times per second. The Power Plate increases blood circulation to core spinal and abdominal muscles that have weakened over time due to sedentary lifestyle habits.

For people who are lacking in their level of fitness, the Power Plate is designed to ease the difficult transition from an inactive to an healthy lifestyle. While it remains unclear whether this vibration technology can replace other forms of exercise, some physicians believe it can greatly complement any exercise or physical therapy regimen. (Read more about Power Plate Technology Can Aid Physical Therapy)

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For Arthritis, Prevention is Better than the Cure Story

For Arthritis, Prevention is Better than the Cure

A new study, published in the Journal Arthritis Research and Therapy, has shown exercise beneficial in reducing or preventing the pain of osteoarthritis.

This study followed two groups of women, both of whom were previously free of joint pain, one aged 48-55 years, one aged 72-79 years. Questioners determined the amount of physical activity and timing of the onset of symptoms which suggested osteoarthritis, like stiff or painful joints. The physical activity was categorized as none, low (1h hour and 15 minutes of activity), moderate (21/2 hours weekly), and high, (over 21/2 hours weekly). (Read more about For Arthritis, Prevention is Better than the Cure)

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Spine Force Machine for Herniated Discs Story

Spine Force Machine for Herniated Discs

The Spine Force machine is the only device capable of stimulating the deep muscles of the spine.

A groundbreaking device called the Spine Force has the potential to transform how we care for the muscles and structures in the lower back. LPG
Systems is a France based company that has developed this machine to stimulate the deep connective tissue within the spine that can break down with sedentary lifestyle habits. With the advent of the Spine Force, health practitioners who specialize in treating spinal diseases and disorders may now have a resource to ensure that patients don't have recurring spinal problems. (Read more about Spine Force Machine for Herniated Discs)

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ACL Injuries with NFL Players | Orthopedics Story

ACL Injuries with NFL Players | Orthopedics

If you're at all a sports fan, or an athlete yourself, you've probably heard of the anterior cruciate ligament.

It's commonly injured.

Now a new study shows what happens to NFL players who are sidelined by their acl's, and it's not good news for players or fans and the owners.

Now, a ligament is a strong piece of connective tissue that connects bone to bone across a joint. The anterior cruciate ligament crosses with the posterior cruciate ligament in the center of the knee.

They control the backward and forward motion of the knee. The ACL in particular restrains excessive forward motion of the knee as well as the inward twisting or rotation of the knee.

In fact, the ACL is frequently injured in severe twisting injuries of the knee or with a sudden stop.

This new research in the American Journal of Sports Medicine looking specifically at ACL injuries in NFL players found those who suffer one of these injuries will likely never be the same player again.

Essentially, total yards and touchdowns were markedly diminished when they returned after surgery. (Read more about ACL Injuries with NFL Players | Orthopedics)

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Slipped Disc Story

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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Sports Injuries and Children Story

Sports Injuries and Children

Summer is now here, and it’s an opportunity for kids who are involved in one, two, maybe three sports to get a bit of rest. But a lot of kids go year round in their athletics now; it’s one reason for the rise in sports injuries in kids.

More than three and a half million kids under the age of 14 receive medical care for sports injuries each year.

But overuse injuries are responsible for nearly half of all sports injuries in middle and high school students. And experts are saying the problem is getting out of hand.

Jessica Godfrey of the eagles soccer team was forcibly grounded because of an injury earlier this season. “I was trying to get the ball and this really big girl hit my foot and it hurt really bad,” says Jessica. (Read more about Sports Injuries and Children)

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Hip Fracture Story

Hip Fracture

1 in 4 people will ultimately die from complications caused by a hip fracture. Each year in the United States, there are 350,000 hip fractures. (Read more about Hip Fracture)

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ARTIFICIAL DISC TREATS LOWER BACK PAIN Story

ARTIFICIAL DISC TREATS LOWER BACK PAIN

Jumping off rooftops, running through burning buildings, crashing cars, it's all in a day's work for Jeff Gibson. "I did Batman movies, Robocop, Conspiracy Theory, War of the Worlds."

Some would call Hollywood stuntman, Jeff Gibson, a dare-devil adrenaline machine. In addition to performing life-threatening stunts as a livelihood, Jeff also skydives, races cars and scuba-dives. But, it wasn't on the movie set or on the race track that sparked Jeff's battle with excruciating back pain. It was a simple house chore. (Read more about ARTIFICIAL DISC TREATS LOWER BACK PAIN)

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Physical Therapy, Bergen County, NJ

 MedWell, L.L.C.

MedWell, L.L.C.

MedWell, L.L.C. Sports Medicine & Physical Therapy
33 Central Ave
Midland Park, NJ 07432
Call (888) 820-2250

If you cannot enjoy the things you used to because of throbbing, aching, or soreness that is brought on by chronic back pain, let MedWell, L.L.C. Pain Relief and Physical Therapy Center in Midland Park, Bergen County , New Jersey, and their expert team of licensed physical therapists make it their mission to provide you with the proper treatment and fast results.

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Back Ache Austin, Texas

 Austin Chiropractic Center

Austin Chiropractic Center

Austin Chiropractic Center
6800 West Gate Blvd, Ste 117
Austin, Texas 78745
Call 512-371-6936

Suffering from back aches is making you miserable and you have nowhere else to turn. Other treatment methods have failed and you have started to lose all hope. The Austin Chiropractic Center of Austin, Texas have the knowledgeable staff and the team to get rid of the back ache that has been bothering you for so long.

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Low Back Pain Bergen County, NJ

Dr. David Podell, DC

Dr. David Podell, DC

Waterfront Institute for Spine and Joint Rehabilation
115 River Rd, Bld 10
Edgewater, NJ 07020
Call (888) 319-4510

At Waterfront Institute for Spine and Joint Rehabilitation in Bergen County, NJ, Dr. David Podell, DC offers patients quality low back pain treatment.

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Physical Therapy/Occupational Therapy/Speech Therapy Westchester, New York

 Lawrence Hospital Center - Rehab Therapy

Lawrence Hospital Center - Rehab Therapy

Lawrence Hospital Center
55 Palmer Avenue
Bronxville, NY 10708
Call (888) 245-5611

The day’s orders at the Rehabilitation Services Unit of the Lawrence Hospital Center are simple: High Tech, High Touch. Employ the latest in both technology and techniques, but never forget that you are treating PEOPLE. People who have individual wants, needs and tolerances, people who have gone through a lot and chances are, have a ways to go before they are, what they were, just a short time ago.

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Chiropractic Bergen County, New Jersey

Dr. David Podell, DC

Dr. David Podell, DC

Waterfront Institute for Spine and Joint Rehabilation
115 River Rd, Bld 10
Edgewater, NJ 07020
Call (888) 319-4510

If your back hurts so much it keeps you from functioning, Chiropractic help is your best treatment option. Neck Pain and Back Pain are serious health issues that can affect your spine, shoulders, and back, and even trigger migraines. If your back pain is chronic, it's time to seek professional, chiropractic help. Dr. David Podell, DC, employs safe and effective techniques to ease your back and neck pain. As director of the Waterfront Institute for Spine and Joint Rehabilitation in Bergen County, New Jersey, Dr. Podell and his staff offer comprehensive treatment for the most painful back conditions. Under his care, your health and safety is his top priority.

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Muscle Pain Austin, Texas

 Austin Chiropractic Center

Austin Chiropractic Center

Austin Chiropractic Center
6800 West Gate Blvd, Ste 117
Austin, Texas 78745
Call 512-371-6936

If certain areas of your body are becoming too troublesome, then it is time to do something about it. The people at the Austin Chiropractic Center in Austin, Texas are trained in helping people get through their muscle pain.

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Chiropractic Alternatives Austin, Texas

 Austin Chiropractic Center

Austin Chiropractic Center

Austin Chiropractic Center
6800 West Gate Blvd, Ste 117
Austin, TX 78745
Call 512-371-6936

Get the treatment you deserve from the Austin Chiropractic Center, in Austin, Texas, who offers a multi-disciplinary approach to treatment, including chiropractic techniques, and a wide variety of alternatives. At Austin Chiropractic Center, patient care is the primary concern.

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Chiropractor Bergen County, New Jersey

Dr. David Podell, DC

Dr. David Podell, DC

Waterfront Institute for Spine and Joint Rehabilation
115 River Rd, Bld 10
Edgewater, NJ 07020
Call (888) 319-4510

Back pain is a common problem. Did you know that four out of five people in the United States will experience lower back pain at least once during their lives? Lower back pain is so common; it's one of the main reasons why people miss work. If your back and neck pain is severe, and massage, exercise and medication is little help, you should make an appointment with a Chiropractor like Dr. David Podell at the Waterfront Institute in Bergen County, NJ.

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Neck Pain Austin, TX

 Austin Chiropractic Center

Austin Chiropractic Center

Austin Chiropractic Center
6800 West Gate Blvd, Ste 117
Austin, TX 78745
Call 512-371-6936

Relive your neck pain with the multidisciplinary therapy offered as Austin Chiropractic Center. This team of doctors, physical therapist, nurses, all...

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Neck Pain Relief Austin, Texas

 Austin Chiropractic Center

Austin Chiropractic Center

Austin Chiropractic Center
6800 West Gate Blvd, Ste 117
Austin, Texas 78745
Call 512-371-6936

Neck pain can impair everything you do; you don't realize how valuable it is. The professionals at the Austin Chiropractic Center in Austin, Texas understand how much of an important asset the neck is to the rest of your body. So you should heavily consider their services for the neck pain relief you need and deserve.

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Chiropractic Services San Diego

Dr. Southern California Spine Center

Dr. Southern California Spine Center

Southern California Spine Center
9095 Rio San Diego Dr. Suite 155
San Diego, CA 92108
Call (888) 803-8703

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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Spinal Disc Decompression Austin, Texas

 Austin Chiropractic Center

Austin Chiropractic Center

Austin Chiropractic Center
6800 West Gate Blvd, Ste 117
Austin, Texas 78745
Call 512-371-6936

You want a safe, noninvasive alternative to traditional medicine to ease your back pain. Turn to the team of professionals in Austin, Texas where more and more patients are relying on their effective care. At the Austin Chiropractic Center, Dr. Cynthia Vaughn, along with her entire team of licensed professional, will assist you every step of the way throughout your Spinal Disc Decompression in order to give you effective treatment with long term results.

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Integrative Medicine Manhattan, NYC

Dr. Michael Neely, D.O.

Dr. Michael Neely, D.O.

NY SportsMed & Physical Therapy
1841 Broadway #900 (at Columbus Circle)
New York City, NY 10013
Call (888) 897-8770

Dr. Neely and his talented therapists at NY SportsMed & Physical Therapy offer minimally invasive treatments for musculoskeletal ailments. They combine the practices of Physiatry, or physical medicine and rehabilitation, with Osteopathic Medicine. This holistic approach to medicine focuses on treating the patient as a whole, not just treating their symptoms. The goal at NY SportsMed & Physical Therapy is to help the patient resume their daily activities as soon as possible. Upon visiting them at their convenient location in New York City, you will notice the beautiful view of Central Park right from their office windows.

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Spinal Decompression Austin, Texas

 Austin Chiropractic Center

Austin Chiropractic Center

Austin Chiropractic Center
6800 West Gate Blvd, Ste 117
Austin, Texas 78745
Call 512-371-6936

If you're burdened with a chronic back problem and are looking for treatment options, you've probably heard about spinal decompression, even if you don't know much about it. In Austin Texas, Dr. James Edwards, DC and Dr. Cynthia Vaughn, DC at Austin Chiropractic Center offer spinal decompression technology.

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Austin Spinal Decompression

 Austin Chiropractic Center

Austin Chiropractic Center

Austin Chiropractic Center
6800 West Gate Blvd, Ste 117
Austin, Texas 78745
Call 512-371-6936

It's quite hard to get on with your day when persistent back pain always gets in the way. If you tried a number of ineffective treatments, then it's time for you to try one that is sure to give you the effective results you're looking for. Spinal decompression is a revolutionary procedure that is changing the lives of many back pain sufferers for the better. Dr. Cynthia Vaughn, DC at Austin Chiropractic Center in Austin can perform decompression therapy with the aid of groundbreaking technology as to offer you the benefit of pain relief and the chance to live each day with much more ease and comfort.

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DRX 9000 San Diego

 Southern California Spine Center

Southern California Spine Center

Southern California Spine Center
9095 Rio San Diego Dr. Suite 155
San Diego, CA 92108
Call (888) 803-8703

Are you seeking to heal back or spinal pain without surgical procedures? The Southern California Spine Center in San Diego, uses the DRX 9000 for spinal decompression therapy for gentle, non-intrusive healing.

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Physical Therapy/ Sports Medicine Manhattan

Dr. Michael Neely, D.O.

Dr. Michael Neely, D.O.

NY SportsMed & Physical Therapy
1841 Broadway #900 (at Columbus Circle)
New York City, NY 10013
Call (888) 897-8770

If you've been hurt in an accident or suffer from a sports injury, the professionals at NY SportsMed in Manhattan, NYC can help you resume your activities or return to work as soon as possible. Being an athlete himself, Dr. Michael Neely at NY SportsMed understands the specific concerns of sports patients, and their desire to get back in the game. Dr. Neely and his therapists, including Luke Bongiorno, P.T. take a holistic approach to sports medicine and physical therapy, combining Physiatry with Osteopathic Medicine, and treating the patient as whole. When you visit the offices of NY SportsMed, you'll admire their beautiful view due to prime location right next to Central Park.

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Back Pain Relief Bergen County, NJ

Dr. Anthony Fava, DC

Dr. Anthony Fava, DC

Advanced Center for Injury & Wellness
392 Totowa Rd.
Totowa, New Jersey 07512
Call 888-245-5617

Can you no longer sit, sleep, or do work because of back pain? Don't let your pain progress further. The Advanced Center for Injury & Wellness in Wayne, NJ can offer you back pain relief today. The clinic consists of an experienced and knowledgeable team of licensed professionals, many of whom are board certified.

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Massage Therapy Austin, Texas

 Austin Chiropractic Center

Austin Chiropractic Center

Austin Chiropractic Center
6800 West Gate Blvd, Ste 117
Austin, Texas 78745
Call 512-371-6936

Suffering from back pain does not end on its own. Numerous types of treatments can fail and prove very frustrating. There is a place that can help: The Austin Chiropractic Center in Austin, Texas can provide pain relief through massage therapy to help you return to the activities you loved to do. The specialists there can help you feel good as new and know how to directly address your specific problem.

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Chiropractor Bergen County

Dr. David Podell, DC

Dr. David Podell, DC

Waterfront Institute for Spine and Joint Rehabilation
115 River Rd, Bld 10
Edgewater, NJ 07020
Call (888) 319-4510

Dr. Podell employs safe and effective techniques to ease your back and neck pain. As the director of the Waterfront Institute for Spine and Joint Rehabilitation in Bergen County, New Jersey, Dr. Podell and his staff offer comprehensive treatment for the most painful back conditions. Under his care, your health and s

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