Health and Wellness

Health and Wellness tag:typepad.com,2003:weblog-1250480 %ISSUE_DATE%T09:25:32-07:00 Drug-free patient care, techniques and research. TypePad World Spine Care Holds First Health Conference in Botswana tag:mpamedia.com,2008:post-56563 2013-06-04T12:00:32-07:00 2013-06-04T12:00:07-07:00

International delegates came together as World Spine Care (WSC) held its first health conference in Mahalapye, Botswana in April. Founder Dr. Scott Haldeman, Clinical Director Dr. Geoff Outerbridge, Vice President Dr. Margareta Nordin, staff and supporters of WSC were joined by more than 105 delegates from among health professions and government organizations in a daylong conference that marked the first for the organization and perhaps the largest of its kind in the history of Botswana.

Morphine is arguably the greatest drug of all time, at least in the sense that it is so powerful in relieving pain. It works when nothing else will and is particularly useful for those at the end of their lives with terminal health problems such as metastatic cancer, who do not deserve to end their Earthly existence with so much suffering.

By Bruce H. Robinson, MD, FACS, MSOM (Hon) Morphine is arguably the greatest drug of all time, at least in the sense that it is so powerful in relieving pain. It works when nothing else will and is particularly useful for those at the end of their lives with terminal health problems such as metastatic cancer, who do not deserve to end their Earthly existence with so much suffering. Weight Training: Are Cheat Reps Worth It? tag:mpamedia.com,2008:post-56554 2013-07-01T12:00:32-07:00 2013-07-01T12:00:07-07:00

While resting between exercises at the gym recently, a young lifter asked me for a spot on a set of barbell bench presses. The bar was loaded with a moderately heavy amount of weight that at first glance appeared to be too heavy for his frame. He began his set and immediately began bouncing the bar off his chest. As he progressed in reps and began struggling with the weight, he arched his back, thrusting his pelvis up and pushing his head into the bench. I just had to shake my head as he got up looking immensely satisfied with his set.

By Linsay Way, DC While resting between exercises at the gym recently, a young lifter asked me for a spot on a set of barbell bench presses. The bar was loaded with a moderately heavy amount of weight that at first glance appeared to be too heavy for his frame. He began his set and immediately began bouncing the bar off his chest. As he progressed in reps and began struggling with the weight, he arched his back, thrusting his pelvis up and pushing his head into the bench. I just had to shake my head as he got up looking immensely satisfied with his set. Pre-Conception Wellness: What Do Your Patients Need to Know? tag:mpamedia.com,2008:post-56551 2013-07-01T12:00:32-07:00 2013-07-01T12:00:07-07:00

Deciding to have a baby is one of the most important decisions a woman will ever make. But how many women are really prepared for a healthy pregnancy? Lifestyle choices that expose them to chemicals, stress and poor nutrition may negatively effect their ability to become pregnant and/or prenatal outcomes.

By Claudia Anrig, DC Deciding to have a baby is one of the most important decisions a woman will ever make. But how many women are really prepared for a healthy pregnancy? Lifestyle choices that expose them to chemicals, stress and poor nutrition may negatively effect their ability to become pregnant and/or prenatal outcomes. Chiropractic Research: A Moral Issue tag:mpamedia.com,2008:post-56521 2013-06-01T12:00:32-07:00 2013-06-01T12:00:07-07:00

This year I've had the opportunity to go to three great chiropractic research conferences; the Association of Chiropractic Colleges / Research Agenda Conference (ACC-RAC), the Federation Internationale de Chiropratique du Sport(FICS) Congress and the World Federation of Chiropractic Congress. Seeing the wide range of both basic and clinical-science research made me proud to be a doctor of chiropractic.

By Stephen M. Perle, DC, MS This year I've had the opportunity to go to three great chiropractic research conferences; the Association of Chiropractic Colleges / Research Agenda Conference (ACC-RAC), the Federation Internationale de Chiropratique du Sport(FICS) Congress and the World Federation of Chiropractic Congress. Seeing the wide range of both basic and clinical-science research made me proud to be a doctor of chiropractic. Research Abstracts From the Journal of Manipulative and Physiological Therapeutics tag:mpamedia.com,2008:post-56489 2013-05-15T12:00:32-07:00 2013-05-15T12:00:07-07:00

Effect of Pain Relief on Lumbar Muscle Function and Activation; Effects of Thrust Amplitude and Duration of HVLA Spinal Manipulation; Immediate Effects of Upper Thoracic Manipulation on Cardiovascular Response. Medicine Presents: A Great Opportunity tag:mpamedia.com,2008:post-56487 2013-05-15T12:00:32-07:00 2013-05-15T12:00:07-07:00

The changing nature of health care presents both opportunities and challenges. While we tend to focus on our profession, we can sometimes forget the impact other health care professions can have on us. If you haven't kept up on them, you should know about some very interesting trends taking place in medicine that will present great opportunities for doctors of chiropractic in the near future.

By Donald M. Petersen Jr., BS, HCD(hc), FICC(h), Publisher The changing nature of health care presents both opportunities and challenges. While we tend to focus on our profession, we can sometimes forget the impact other health care professions can have on us. If you haven't kept up on them, you should know about some very interesting trends taking place in medicine that will present great opportunities for doctors of chiropractic in the near future. Correcting Kid Logic in Health Care and Research Design tag:mpamedia.com,2008:post-56484 2013-05-15T12:00:32-07:00 2013-05-15T12:00:07-07:00

A recent broadcast on public radio described a fascinating phenomenon known as kid logic. It recounted how a young boy who had frequently watched takeoffs from various airports finally had his first opportunity to actually board an aircraft and experience a takeoff as a live passenger.

By Anthony Rosner, PhD, LLD [Hon.], LLC A recent broadcast on public radio described a fascinating phenomenon known as kid logic. It recounted how a young boy who had frequently watched takeoffs from various airports finally had his first opportunity to actually board an aircraft and experience a takeoff as a live passenger. Medical Payola (Part 1) tag:mpamedia.com,2008:post-56472 2013-05-01T12:00:32-07:00 2013-05-01T12:00:07-07:00

In the 1960s, radio disc jockeys were bribed to play particular records in a scandal known as "payola." Fast forward 50 years to a recent Senate investigation that found extensive corruption with most medical physicians who were generously paid by Big Pharma to use or promote their brand-name drugs in a multi-million-dollar bribery scheme.

By J.C. Smith, MA, DC In the 1960s, radio disc jockeys were bribed to play particular records in a scandal known as "payola." Fast forward 50 years to a recent Senate investigation that found extensive corruption with most medical physicians who were generously paid by Big Pharma to use or promote their brand-name drugs in a multi-million-dollar bribery scheme. Research Abstracts From the Journal of Manipulative and Physiological Therapeutics tag:mpamedia.com,2008:post-56458 2013-04-15T12:00:32-07:00 2013-04-15T12:00:07-07:00

Research Abstracts From the Journal of Manipulative and Physiological Therapeutics. January 2013 Abstracts Volume 36, Issue 1.

Research Abstracts From the Journal of Manipulative and Physiological Therapeutics. January 2013 Abstracts Volume 36, Issue 1. Spending More, Feeling Worse tag:mpamedia.com,2008:post-56457 2013-04-15T12:00:32-07:00 2013-04-15T12:00:07-07:00

As the cost of health care continues to spiral beyond what the United States can afford, one has to wonder when it will stop being a political issue and start being an economic one. When will the cost of unnecessary, less-effective care be so great that politicians stop listening to the medical / drug /insurance / surgical-device lobbyists and start doing the math?

By Donald M. Petersen Jr., BS, HCD(hc), FICC(h), Publisher As the cost of health care continues to spiral beyond what the United States can afford, one has to wonder when it will stop being a political issue and start being an economic one. When will the cost of unnecessary, less-effective care be so great that politicians stop listening to the medical / drug /insurance / surgical-device lobbyists and start doing the math? First Contact: Bringing Chiropractic to Kenya tag:mpamedia.com,2008:post-56455 2013-04-15T12:00:32-07:00 2013-04-15T12:00:07-07:00

Warren Bruhl, DC, DICCP, has a vision of health and healing that transcends his pediatric / family chiropractic practice in Chicago. He is also a founding director of Dreamweaver International, a nonprofit charity providing education, medical and humanitarian services to Kenya and other impoverished nations.

Approximately one year from now, "manufacturers of drugs, devices, biologicals, or medical supplies covered by Medicare, Medicaid or the Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP)" will be required to report "certain payments or transfers of value" to medical physicians and hospitals. In addition, they will be required to report "certain physician ownership or investment interests." This information will then be made available to the general public, probably sometime in the last few months of 2014.

By Donald M. Petersen Jr., BS, HCD(hc), FICC(h), Publisher Approximately one year from now, "manufacturers of drugs, devices, biologicals, or medical supplies covered by Medicare, Medicaid or the Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP)" will be required to report "certain payments or transfers of value" to medical physicians and hospitals. In addition, they will be required to report "certain physician ownership or investment interests." This information will then be made available to the general public, probably sometime in the last few months of 2014. Looking Back: Christian Chiropractors Association Celebrates Its 60th Year tag:mpamedia.com,2008:post-56436 2013-04-01T12:00:32-07:00 2013-04-01T12:00:07-07:00

In 2013, the Christian Chiropractors Association (CCA) is celebrating 60 years of ministry to the chiropractic profession and the Christian community. Its roots can be traced back to 1951 and Palmer Chiropractic College. At that time, a student, Frank Torok, saw a need for some type of Christian witness on the growing campus and formed the Christian Student Fellowship Club. Little did he and the others who joined him realize how far their little Bible study group would reach in its impact on the world for Christ.

As we age, a number of conditions (e.g., mental confusion, visual loss) can rob people of their independence, but problems with physical mobility still rank at the top of the list. Only about 5 percent of the older adult (age 60 and older) population is considered to be at a high-fit or elite level. They do well with the "sports doctors" (DC, MD, PT). About 30 percent of the older population has already become physically frail and dependent. They do well with the PTs and home health care providers.

By Jeffrey Tucker, DC, DACRB As we age, a number of conditions (e.g., mental confusion, visual loss) can rob people of their independence, but problems with physical mobility still rank at the top of the list. Only about 5 percent of the older adult (age 60 and older) population is considered to be at a high-fit or elite level. They do well with the "sports doctors" (DC, MD, PT). About 30 percent of the older population has already become physically frail and dependent. They do well with the PTs and home health care providers. Drugs, Medicalization and Pharmacracy tag:mpamedia.com,2008:post-56423 2013-04-01T12:00:32-07:00 2013-04-01T12:00:07-07:00

The board of trustees of the American Psychiatric Association recently approved the fifth edition of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, known as DSM-V. The first edition, DSM-I, was published in 1952 and featured descriptions of 106 disorders. DSM-II, published in 1968, increased the number of disorders to 182. Things changed dramatically when DSM-III was published in 1980, describing 265 disorders in 494 pages. DSM-IV increased the number of disorders to over 300. DSM-V is scheduled to be released this spring and has been fraught with controversy.

By Christopher Kent, DC, Esq. The board of trustees of the American Psychiatric Association recently approved the fifth edition of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, known as DSM-V. The first edition, DSM-I, was published in 1952 and featured descriptions of 106 disorders. DSM-II, published in 1968, increased the number of disorders to 182. Things changed dramatically when DSM-III was published in 1980, describing 265 disorders in 494 pages. DSM-IV increased the number of disorders to over 300. DSM-V is scheduled to be released this spring and has been fraught with controversy. Statin Myotosis: A Not-So-Rare Cause of Muscle Pain tag:mpamedia.com,2008:post-56421 2013-04-01T12:00:32-07:00 2013-04-01T12:00:07-07:00

It is not uncommon for patients with muscle pain to end up in a chiropractic office, either by referral from another clinician or by self-referral. There are many conditions including trauma that are associated with inflammation of muscles. Even healthy people who overdo it with strenuous exercise can suffer temporary inflammatory changes in their muscles. Many conditions that seem to involve the muscle may be the result of other organ systems, e.g., claudication due to vascular disease.

By Deborah Pate, DC, DACBR It is not uncommon for patients with muscle pain to end up in a chiropractic office, either by referral from another clinician or by self-referral. There are many conditions including trauma that are associated with inflammation of muscles. Even healthy people who overdo it with strenuous exercise can suffer temporary inflammatory changes in their muscles. Many conditions that seem to involve the muscle may be the result of other organ systems, e.g., claudication due to vascular disease. MD Primary Care for LBP: End of the Road? tag:mpamedia.com,2008:post-56420 2013-04-01T12:00:32-07:00 2013-04-01T12:00:07-07:00

It's hard to say whether the amount of ink that has been spilled in this space measures up to the blood that has been spilled by unnecessary surgeries and other sequelae of the primary care in orthodox medicine that have fallen woefully short of resolving low back pain issues.

By Anthony Rosner, PhD, LLD [Hon.], LLC It's hard to say whether the amount of ink that has been spilled in this space measures up to the blood that has been spilled by unnecessary surgeries and other sequelae of the primary care in orthodox medicine that have fallen woefully short of resolving low back pain issues. Extended Preview of "Pain in America" to Air at NCLC in March tag:mpamedia.com,2008:post-56393 2013-02-18T12:00:32-07:00 2013-02-18T12:00:07-07:00

At the request of American Chiropractic Association (ACA) President, Dr. Keith Overland, a special extended preview of the forthcoming PBS documentary, "Pain in America: The Silver Tsunami," will premier in March at the ACA's National Chiropractic Legislative Conference (NCLC) and Educational Symposium.

A friend sent me an interesting study recently that you may never have seen. The researcher who conducted the study evaluated 50 cadavers "to determine whether any connection existed between minor curvatures of the spine, on the one hand, and diseased organs on the other."

By Donald M. Petersen Jr., BS, HCD(hc), FICC(h), Publisher A friend sent me an interesting study recently that you may never have seen. The researcher who conducted the study evaluated 50 cadavers "to determine whether any connection existed between minor curvatures of the spine, on the one hand, and diseased organs on the other." A Great Way to Drive Down Health Care Costs tag:mpamedia.com,2008:post-56388 2013-03-15T12:00:32-07:00 2013-03-15T12:00:07-07:00

A study published in the January 2013 issue of Health Affairs provides detailed insight into utilization and expenditure trends for chiropractic and other forms of complementary and alternative medicine.

By Peter W. Crownfield, Executive Editor A study published in the January 2013 issue of Health Affairs provides detailed insight into utilization and expenditure trends for chiropractic and other forms of complementary and alternative medicine. Advocacy and National Public Health Week: What You Can Do tag:mpamedia.com,2008:post-56387 2013-03-15T12:00:32-07:00 2013-03-15T12:00:07-07:00

National Public Health Week is celebrated by presidential proclamation and will be held this year from April 1-7. The website www.nphw.org has all the information needed to participate or view the events. The American Chiropractic Association has signed on as an official partner for NPHW.

By Lori Byrd, MS National Public Health Week is celebrated by presidential proclamation and will be held this year from April 1-7. The website www.nphw.org has all the information needed to participate or view the events. The American Chiropractic Association has signed on as an official partner for NPHW. Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm tag:mpamedia.com,2008:post-56385 2013-03-01T12:00:32-07:00 2013-03-01T12:00:07-07:00

An abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA) occurs when the aorta balloons outward or expands in size. AAAs usually occur in men over 60, but it can happen to virtually anyone at any age regardless of gender. Risk factors for AAA include high blood pressure, smoking, emphysema, obesity, high cholesterol, genetics and infection. Chiropractic physicians encounter many patients with potential symptoms of AAA including pain in the lower back, buttocks, groin and legs, and therefore should be aware of this connection.

By Nikolas Hedberg, DC, DABCI An abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA) occurs when the aorta balloons outward or expands in size. AAAs usually occur in men over 60, but it can happen to virtually anyone at any age regardless of gender. Risk factors for AAA include high blood pressure, smoking, emphysema, obesity, high cholesterol, genetics and infection. Chiropractic physicians encounter many patients with potential symptoms of AAA including pain in the lower back, buttocks, groin and legs, and therefore should be aware of this connection. News in Brief tag:mpamedia.com,2008:post-56384 2013-03-01T12:00:32-07:00 2013-03-01T12:00:07-07:00

A Radio Show for Dr. Mancini; WFC Congress Next Month; First Trailer From "Pain in America" Released; Pennsylvania Chiropractic Association Fighting Insurer Over New Program.

By Editorial Staff A Radio Show for Dr. Mancini; WFC Congress Next Month; First Trailer From "Pain in America" Released; Pennsylvania Chiropractic Association Fighting Insurer Over New Program. The Healthy Aging Practice (Part 1): Planning for the Health Care Shift tag:mpamedia.com,2008:post-56381 2013-03-01T12:00:32-07:00 2013-03-01T12:00:07-07:00

I have been in continuous private practice for more than 30 years, but I am still a student. I am happy to be a part of a profession that is ever-growing on a global scale. Corporations, governments, unions, insurance companies, and individuals want what we offer for pain management, injury risk management, and healthy aging innovations.

By Jeffrey Tucker, DC, DACRB I have been in continuous private practice for more than 30 years, but I am still a student. I am happy to be a part of a profession that is ever-growing on a global scale. Corporations, governments, unions, insurance companies, and individuals want what we offer for pain management, injury risk management, and healthy aging innovations. Eliminating Our "Never Events" tag:mpamedia.com,2008:post-56370 2013-02-15T12:00:32-07:00 2013-02-15T12:00:07-07:00

We have all heard the stories about surgeries gone wrong. Typically these include the wrong leg being amputated, removing the appendix or other body part from the wrong patient, or leaving a scalpel, gauze or other medical "material" inside a patient after sewing them up.

By Donald M. Petersen Jr., BS, HCD(hc), FICC(h), Publisher We have all heard the stories about surgeries gone wrong. Typically these include the wrong leg being amputated, removing the appendix or other body part from the wrong patient, or leaving a scalpel, gauze or other medical "material" inside a patient after sewing them up. Our Drug Problem: Fighting the Wrong Enemy tag:mpamedia.com,2008:post-56366 2013-02-15T12:00:32-07:00 2013-02-15T12:00:07-07:00

A recent article in Scientific American poses the question, "Is drug research trustworthy?" The author proceeds to describe how drug industry influence corrupts research: "The entanglements between researchers and pharmaceutical companies take many forms.

By Christopher Kent, DC, Esq. A recent article in Scientific American poses the question, "Is drug research trustworthy?" The author proceeds to describe how drug industry influence corrupts research: "The entanglements between researchers and pharmaceutical companies take many forms. Focusing on Lifelong Prevention and Wellness: APHA Annual Meeting tag:mpamedia.com,2008:post-56363 2013-02-15T12:00:32-07:00 2013-02-15T12:00:07-07:00

The Chiropractic Health Care (CHC) section of the American Public Health Association (APHA) met at the 140th APHA Annual Meeting and Exposition in San Francisco in late October 2012, and it was another triumph for chiropractic and its public health advocates. Billed as the most important public health event of the year in the United States, the final attendance was estimated at nearly 12,500 registrants.

By Rand Baird, DC, MPH, FICA, FICC The Chiropractic Health Care (CHC) section of the American Public Health Association (APHA) met at the 140th APHA Annual Meeting and Exposition in San Francisco in late October 2012, and it was another triumph for chiropractic and its public health advocates. Billed as the most important public health event of the year in the United States, the final attendance was estimated at nearly 12,500 registrants. Research Abstracts From the Journal of Manipulative and Physiological Therapeutics tag:mpamedia.com,2008:post-56346 2013-02-01T12:00:32-07:00 2013-02-01T12:00:07-07:00

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