Specific Strength Training Relieves Chronic Neck Pain
Neck pain has become increasingly prevalent over the past two decades and is now second only to back pain, the most common musculoskeletal disorder and most common cause of disability in working Americans. Women are more likely to suffer from neck pain than are men, especially those who engage in repetitive tasks such as working at a computer keyboard. Previous studies have not proven whether or not exercise alone can treat neck pain. . However, a recent study in Arthritis Care and Research found that specific strength training exercises led to significant prolonged relief of neck muscle pain while general fitness training resulted in only minor pain reduction. (Read more about Specific Strength Training Relieves Chronic Neck Pain)
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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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The Cause of Chronic Tension Headaches
Poor posture is at the root of chronic tension headaches.
An article written by holistic care author Doug Fogel explains how having a tight neck, shoulders, and upper back contribute to chronic tension headaches. He says the tension is caused by poor posture and/or accident-related trauma. Conventional treatments like pain medication have little effect on long term relief. The only way to relieve symptoms is to treat the cause of the tension and address instances of poor posture. (Read more about The Cause of Chronic Tension Headaches)
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An Alternative to Back Surgery Is Waiting
Though back surgery may provide relief, studies reveal waiting may be best alternative.
Several studies show that although back surgery may be effective for those suffering from a slipped or misaligned disk, it may not be necessary. Around 1.5 million back surgeries are performed worldwide to relieve spinal nerve pressure that causes sciatica. This condition is extremely painful and can affect daily activities and overall quality of life for those afflicted. However, researchers say that 75% of these cases will improve over time without medical attention. (Read more about An Alternative to Back Surgery Is Waiting)
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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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Heavy Hand Bags and Back Pain
So have you noticed a fashion trend lately?
No, we’re not talking about shoes or hair styles; the discussion is on accessories--specifically, hand bags.
They’re getting bigger and bigger.
Is that causing women to suffer more aches and pains?
When we’re talking fashion, usually we’re talking about high heels and how they’re bad for the feet and the posture; but this is a lot like the issue of backpacks--what you’re carrying in your dior could be putting too much strain on your back and spine.
Still, it’s not hard to find folks who are sore from all that schlepping.
“My shoulder hurts a lot at the end of the day,” says Rosa.
Celia adds, “All the time, right now my left shoulder is killing me, I think over stuffing the bags, you don’t know if you should bring two small ones or one large one and no matter how you work it you put to much in them.” (Read more about Heavy Hand Bags and Back Pain)
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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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Health Wrap - Reports on Calcium, Lawn Moving Accidents, Herbs for lower back pain
A new review of medical literature in the highly regarded Cochrane Library surprisingly casts doubt on the value of supplements and calcium-fortified foods to build stronger bones in kids!
The review shows that supplementing the diet with calcium in healthy children has little benefit for bone health.
They say in the long run, bone mass didn’t improve much.
Pediatricians and parents are concerned with calcium intake because they want to ensure that boys and girls achieve peak bone strength in childhood, a time when kids build bone at an accelerated pace. (Read more about Health Wrap - Reports on Calcium, Lawn Moving Accidents, Herbs for lower back pain)
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Dr. Jonathan Donath
Westchester Spinal Decompression Center
1241 Mamaroneck Ave
White Plains,
NY
10605
Call 914-908-5562
Herniated Discs can vary in their level of pain and loss of functionality depending on many factors, including location, size, and severity. Turn to a doctor with the education and experience to treat a wide range of Herniated Disc problems at Westchester Spinal Decompression Center in White Plains, New York. Dr. Jonathan Donath, DC, MS, is an expert in the field of chiropractic care and natural healing and will work with you to build that treatment plan that best suits your individual needs.
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MedWell, L.L.C.
MedWell, L.L.C. Sports Medicine & Physical Therapy
33 Central Ave
Midland Park,
NJ
07432
Call (888) 820-2250
Why suffer from chronic back pain any longer? The staff at MedWell, L.L.C. Sports Medicine and Physical Therapy Center in Midland Park, Bergen County, New Jersey, are committed to providing quick pain relief to all of their patients in NJ. They know how debilitating back pain can be, and do not want you to suffer any longer. MedWell, L.L.C. takes a multi-disciplinary approach to treating back pain. They integrate chiropractic with physical therapy to achieve optimal results.
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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
Don't let back pain get the best of you. If you live in or around Bergen County and are suffering from back problems, Dr. David Podell, DC of the Waterfront Institute would like to help you. Dr. Podell and his associates genuinely care about the well-being of all of their patients and do everything in their power to help you lead a pain-free life. The Waterfront Institute is equipped with the latest technology in Chiropractic care. State-of-the-art Non Surgical Spinal Decompression therapy has helped many people recover without surgery or other invasive procedures.
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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. Anthony Fava, DC
Advanced Center for Injury & Wellness
392 Totowa Rd.
Totowa,
New Jersey
07512
Call 888-245-5617
Chiropractors vary in their effectiveness to help patients towards a pain-free lifestyle, procedures, and the effectiveness of the treatment. Some chiropractors, however, rise from the crop and stand out from the rest. Dr. Anthony Fava, D.C., of the Advanced Center for Injury and Wellness Care leads the group with a mission to help you. His talent, skill and knowledge of cutting-edge Chiropractic technology helps him treat his patients with the utmost care expected from an excellent doctor.
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Dr. Noam Sadovnik, D.C.
Dr. Sadovnik's Renewal Center
1085 Park Ave Suite 1E
NYC,
NY
10128
Call (888) 766-1479
When suffering from pain caused by disc herniation, it is quite difficult to simply get from place to place and perform the simplest tasks. If you have this particular problem as well, then it is essential that you take the right course of action by receiving quality treatment. Dr. Noam Sadovnik at Renewal Center in Manhattan, NYC also understands how difficult living with a disc disorder can be, which is why he is committed to providing you with exceptional non-invasive care that will help relieve you from the chronic pain caused by a disc herniation.
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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 (888) 803-8703
Are you trying to find ways to stop the pain in your back from continuing in the San Diego area? Do you feel like the pain will never end? There is hope for long time sufferers, and it comes in the form of spinal decompression. Dr. Michael Mountain at Southern California Spine Center offers this therapy which is painless, non-invasive and non-surgical.
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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
Is Lower Back Pain becoming more than just a minor inconvenience? Is it so painful at times that you find yourself unable to live the active life that you deserve? Specializing in Auto, Work and Sports Injuries, Dr. Matthew R. Bergtold at the Olde Naples Chiropractic Health Center has the chiropractic expertise that can alleviate your individual lower back care needs. Located in Naples, Florida, Dr. Bergtold and his entire staff work as a team in order to treat your Lower Back Pain effectively.
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Dr. Anthony Fava, DC
Advanced Center for Injury & Wellness
392 Totowa Rd.
Totowa,
New Jersey
07512
Call 888-245-5617
The shortcomings of traditional medicine has left many suffering from spinal disorders disenfranchised with surgical and drug treatments in successfully treating spinal disorders. If this sounds familiar, or you are simply looking for safe and effective natural care, Dr. Anthony Fava, DC is an expert in chiropractic healing and Spinal Decompression. He operates out of the Advanced Center for Injury & Wellness alongside a team of certified experts who will work with you every step of the way in order to ease the source of your disorder while increasing your functionality.
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Dr. Anthony Fava, DC
Advanced Center for Injury & Wellness
392 Totowa Rd.
Totowa,
New Jersey
07512
Call 888-245-5617
The Advanced Center for Injury and Wellness Care focuses on administering Chiropractic Care with Physical Therapy. Their primary office is located in Totowa, New Jersey with a second center in Wayne, New Jersey. Both locations are full of a clinically skilled staff, consisting of Chiropractors, Physical Therapists and Massage Therapists that is ready to help you. They are extensively trained in the latest technological advances and attend continuous educational seminars to improve their knowledge and clinical skills.
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Dr. Jonathan Donath
Westchester Spinal Decompression Center
1241 Mamaroneck Ave
White Plains,
NY
10605
Call 914-908-5562
If you are suffering from Back Pain and looking for an alternative to the shortcomings of traditional medicine, or are simply looking for safe and effective natural care in Eastchester, Westchester, NY, turn to Dr. Jonathan Donath. Dr. Donath operates alongside a team of certified experts out of the state of the art Westchester Spinal Decompression Center which houses the most advanced spinal decompression units and other noninvasive treatment machines. They will work with you throughout your entire treatment process in order to give you the personal care that you deserve.
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Dr. Noam Sadovnik, D.C.
Dr. Sadovnik's Renewal Center
1085 Park Ave Suite 1E
NYC,
NY
10128
Call (888) 766-1479
If you've been feeling unusually tired and out of shape, then you're probably not consuming the right nutrients. Dr. Noam Sadovnik at Renewal Center in Manhattan can get you on the right road towards optimal health by developing a nutritional plan that is just right for you. As a nutritionist doctor and a former personal trainer he has the equipment and the knowledge to ensure that you are on your way to a renewed sense of vitality and wellness.
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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
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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Dr. David Podell, DC
Waterfront Institute for Spine and Joint Rehabilation
115 River Rd, Bld 10
Edgewater,
NJ
7020
Call (888) 319-4510
Can't do the things you enjoy because of a herniated disc? The right treatment with Dr. David Podell, DC at SpinalAid Center of Bergen County, NJ can get rid of your back pain and get you back on track. He believes in using state-of-the-art chiropractic techniques and equipment to quickly eliminate your pain and restore you to optimal health.
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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
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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Looking for degenerative arthritis treatment? Put yourself in the hands of an experienced chiropractic like Dr. Larry Goldfarb. He offers state-of-the-art spinal decompression therapy at a Spinal Aid Center of America in Morristown, New Jersey.
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Dr. Michael Mulvaney, DC
Spinal Correction Center of Richmond
8536 Patterson Ave.
Richmond,
Virginia
23229
Call 888-804-5326
When you hear words like spinal decompression therapy, all sorts of distorted images can come to mind. It may have been perpetuated by the myth that those who undergo spinal manipulation are at a high risk of injury. In general, proper chiropractic treatment of your body's lumbar, or lower back region involves very little risk with significant rewards. Dr. Michael Mulvaney, DC is a licensed chiropractor serving the Chester, Virginia clientele at his office at the Spinal Correction Center of Richmond.
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Dr. Steven Shoshany
New York Integrative Medical and Rehab
632 Broadway, Ste 303 (btw. Bleecker & Houston)
New York City,
NY
10014
Call (888) 435-7155
New York Integrative Medical and Rehab offers Spinal Disc Decompression Therapy for spinal problems in Manhattan, New York City, NYC and NY. At New York Integrative patients can receive state-of-the-art treatments, combined with advanced spinal correction and exercise and lifestyle advice. Chiropractors here use chiropractic techniques that are non-surgical and non-invasive to ensure long-term results for clients.
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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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MedWell, L.L.C.
MedWell, L.L.C. Sports Medicine & Physical Therapy
33 Central Ave
Midland Park,
NJ
07432
Call (888) 820-2250
Why suffer from chronic back pain any longer? The staff at MedWell, L.L.C. Sports Medicine and Physical Therapy Center in Bergen County, New Jersey, are committed to providing quick pain relief to all of their patients in NJ. They know how debilitating back pain can be, and do not want you to suffer any longer. MedWell, L.L.C. takes a multi-disciplinary approach to treating back pain. They integrate chiropractic with physical therapy to achieve optimal results.
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