tag:typepad.com,2003:weblog-1250480 2008-07-10T09:25:32-07:00 Opinion, research and treatment methods. TypePad tag:mpamedia.com,2008:post-54535 2010-03-12T12:00:32-07:00 2010-03-12T12:00:07-07:00

Our understanding of the biomechanics and neurology of the subluxation continues to evolve as more research is published which helps explain the nature of this lesion. Historically, the subluxation has been at the heart of the identity and purpose of the chiropractic profession. Contemporary models provide new insights into this elusive and sometimes mysterious problem which we attempt to find by various clinical means and correct by the application of high-velocity, low-amplitude thrusts. Let's review past models, but focus primarily on the latest evidence concerning the subluxation published in the recent scientific literature in order to improve our understanding, insight, and application of clinical interventions to improve patient outcomes with chiropractic care.

By Malik Slosberg, DC, MS Our understanding of the biomechanics and neurology of the subluxation continues to evolve as more research is published which helps explain the nature of this lesion. Historically, the subluxation has been at the heart of the identity and purpose of the chiropractic profession. Contemporary models provide new insights into this elusive and sometimes mysterious problem which we attempt to find by various clinical means and correct by the application of high-velocity, low-amplitude thrusts. Let's review past models, but focus primarily on the latest evidence concerning the subluxation published in the recent scientific literature in order to improve our understanding, insight, and application of clinical interventions to improve patient outcomes with chiropractic care. tag:mpamedia.com,2008:post-54536 2010-03-12T12:00:32-07:00 2010-03-12T12:00:07-07:00

It is well-known that metabolic changes in children, including insulin resistance, may be responsible for accelerated biological maturation, manifested as accelerated bone age. This may lead to hypertension and cardiovascular disease in the future. A recent study reports that advanced skeletal maturation should be considered an independent marker for the development of primary hypertension (PH) in children.

By Deborah Pate, DC, DACBR It is well-known that metabolic changes in children, including insulin resistance, may be responsible for accelerated biological maturation, manifested as accelerated bone age. This may lead to hypertension and cardiovascular disease in the future. A recent study reports that advanced skeletal maturation should be considered an independent marker for the development of primary hypertension (PH) in children. tag:mpamedia.com,2008:post-54497 2010-02-26T12:00:32-07:00 2010-02-26T12:00:07-07:00

Laboratory reference ranges are not synonymous with normal. Most physicians have the misconception that the reference range provided by the testing laboratory is the same as the normal range. Many chiropractors don't even order laboratory work-ups on their patients, despite the fact that in most states, chiropractors are licensed as primary care physicians. How can you be a primary care physician and not use laboratory analysis as one of your diagnostic tools?

By Daniel Hough, DC Laboratory reference ranges are not synonymous with normal. Most physicians have the misconception that the reference range provided by the testing laboratory is the same as the normal range. Many chiropractors don't even order laboratory work-ups on their patients, despite the fact that in most states, chiropractors are licensed as primary care physicians. How can you be a primary care physician and not use laboratory analysis as one of your diagnostic tools? tag:mpamedia.com,2008:post-54501 2010-02-26T12:00:32-07:00 2010-02-26T12:00:07-07:00

As I've said previously, most orthopedic tests for the shoulder cannot truly isolate a particular structure, since when we use tests that compress or stretch an area, adjacent structures also have to be compressed, stretched or contracted. While there is definite truth in this statement, most of us arrive at a diagnosis by using as many credible tests in the literature as possible. There is a test that, while not that specific in determining the exact lesion source, has the ability to determine whether the problem is located in a particular area, which can then be followed by other specific tests. The test is called the internal rotation resistance strength test (IRRST). This test, as discussed by Zaslav, helps to differentiate between an outlet impingement and a non-outlet impingement.

By Warren Hammer, MS, DC, DABCO As I've said previously, most orthopedic tests for the shoulder cannot truly isolate a particular structure, since when we use tests that compress or stretch an area, adjacent structures also have to be compressed, stretched or contracted. While there is definite truth in this statement, most of us arrive at a diagnosis by using as many credible tests in the literature as possible. There is a test that, while not that specific in determining the exact lesion source, has the ability to determine whether the problem is located in a particular area, which can then be followed by other specific tests. The test is called the internal rotation resistance strength test (IRRST). This test, as discussed by Zaslav, helps to differentiate between an outlet impingement and a non-outlet impingement. tag:mpamedia.com,2008:post-53584 2010-01-29T12:00:32-07:00 2010-01-29T12:00:07-07:00

Golf is a unique sport that is growing tremendously around the world. It can be played regardless of age, gender, or skill level (through “handicapping”). Between 1970 and 1990, the reported number of golfers in the United States alone more than doubled to 23 million. By the year 2000, there were more than 25 million golfers and 14,000 courses in the U.S. The World Golf Federation expects 55 million golfers by the year 2020.

By Shawn Thistle, DC, BKin (hons), CSCS Golf is a unique sport that is growing tremendously around the world. It can be played regardless of age, gender, or skill level (through “handicapping”). Between 1970 and 1990, the reported number of golfers in the United States alone more than doubled to 23 million. By the year 2000, there were more than 25 million golfers and 14,000 courses in the U.S. The World Golf Federation expects 55 million golfers by the year 2020. tag:mpamedia.com,2008:post-54389 2010-01-15T12:00:32-07:00 2010-01-15T12:00:07-07:00

The Palmer Center for Chiropractic Research is recruiting subjects with high blood pressure to participate in a clinical research study designed to evaluate the potential impact of chiropractic care on hypertension. The Chiropractic for Hypertension in Patients (CHiP) study, a collaborative investigation involving the Palmer Center, Mount Sinai Medical Center in Miami, Fla., and Trinity at Terrace Park Family Practice in Bettendorf, Iowa, is one of three research projects to emerge from a $2.8 million grant awarded to the Palmer Center in 2008 by the National Institutes of Health to create a multidisciplinary Developmental Center for Clinical and Translational Science in Chiropractic.

By Editorial Staff The Palmer Center for Chiropractic Research is recruiting subjects with high blood pressure to participate in a clinical research study designed to evaluate the potential impact of chiropractic care on hypertension. The Chiropractic for Hypertension in Patients (CHiP) study, a collaborative investigation involving the Palmer Center, Mount Sinai Medical Center in Miami, Fla., and Trinity at Terrace Park Family Practice in Bettendorf, Iowa, is one of three research projects to emerge from a $2.8 million grant awarded to the Palmer Center in 2008 by the National Institutes of Health to create a multidisciplinary Developmental Center for Clinical and Translational Science in Chiropractic. tag:mpamedia.com,2008:post-54392 2010-01-01T12:00:32-07:00 2010-01-01T12:00:07-07:00

Abilify is currently being marketed heavily as a drug to add to antidepressants already being taken. The advertisements claim that antidepressants don't work two-thirds of the time and that adding Abilfy to those medications will help relieve the symptoms of depression. Abilify is manufactured by Bristol-Myers-Squibb, whose 2008 sales of Abilify alone totaled $2.2 billion. In Bozeman, Mont., where I practice, CVS Pharmacy charges a whopping $484.99 for a 30-day supply of 15 mg tablets of Abilify.

By Daniel Hough, DC Abilify is currently being marketed heavily as a drug to add to antidepressants already being taken. The advertisements claim that antidepressants don't work two-thirds of the time and that adding Abilfy to those medications will help relieve the symptoms of depression. Abilify is manufactured by Bristol-Myers-Squibb, whose 2008 sales of Abilify alone totaled $2.2 billion. In Bozeman, Mont., where I practice, CVS Pharmacy charges a whopping $484.99 for a 30-day supply of 15 mg tablets of Abilify. tag:mpamedia.com,2008:post-54404 2010-01-01T12:00:32-07:00 2010-01-01T12:00:07-07:00

It often appears that when the author of a particular test states high accuracy for the test, other scientists down the line, using MRI or other tests, reach opposite conclusions regarding its validity. This is certainly true for shoulder labral tests. If you've read my previous few articles, you realize this is also probably true for muscle testing. Thus, no matter how logical and accurate any test seems, we must always question it. That is one reason why it pays to use a number of tests to reach any conclusion.

By Warren Hammer, MS, DC, DABCO It often appears that when the author of a particular test states high accuracy for the test, other scientists down the line, using MRI or other tests, reach opposite conclusions regarding its validity. This is certainly true for shoulder labral tests. If you've read my previous few articles, you realize this is also probably true for muscle testing. Thus, no matter how logical and accurate any test seems, we must always question it. That is one reason why it pays to use a number of tests to reach any conclusion.