tag:typepad.com,2003:weblog-1250480 %ISSUE_DATE%T09:25:32-07:00 News, opinion, products, and techniques for alternative health care of children. TypePad tag:mpamedia.com,2008:post-56485 2013-05-15T12:00:32-07:00 2013-05-15T12:00:07-07:00

Are some of your pregnant patients taking Wellbutrin? If so, it could be a danger to them and their baby. This drug is extremely popular, but it has a serious history. Wellbutrin promised to make patients "happy, horny and skinny," plus they might even quit smoking. GlaxoSmithKline's sales department promised physicians the pills would sell. But then came the side effects, including strokes and much more.

By Shawn Steel, JD Are some of your pregnant patients taking Wellbutrin? If so, it could be a danger to them and their baby. This drug is extremely popular, but it has a serious history. Wellbutrin promised to make patients "happy, horny and skinny," plus they might even quit smoking. GlaxoSmithKline's sales department promised physicians the pills would sell. But then came the side effects, including strokes and much more. tag:mpamedia.com,2008:post-56479 2013-05-15T12:00:32-07:00 2013-05-15T12:00:07-07:00

Barbara Loe Fisher has been a diligent advocate for providing parents with the information necessary to make informed decisions regarding the usage of vaccinations for their children. Her lifetime work has paved the way to bring discussion to the safety and efficacy of so many chemicals that have become mainstream in today's pediatric population. With many parents becoming concerned about the possible safety issues for their children, this interview provides resources to assist them in determining what is right for their family.

By Claudia Anrig, DC Barbara Loe Fisher has been a diligent advocate for providing parents with the information necessary to make informed decisions regarding the usage of vaccinations for their children. Her lifetime work has paved the way to bring discussion to the safety and efficacy of so many chemicals that have become mainstream in today's pediatric population. With many parents becoming concerned about the possible safety issues for their children, this interview provides resources to assist them in determining what is right for their family. tag:mpamedia.com,2008:post-56425 2013-04-01T12:00:32-07:00 2013-04-01T12:00:07-07:00

I have always been a fan of specific upper-cervical chiropractic care. I attended Pacific States Chiropractic College, which later became Life West, and the two co-founders of the college were National Upper Cervical Chiropractic Association (NUCCA) practitioners.

By Claudia Anrig, DC I have always been a fan of specific upper-cervical chiropractic care. I attended Pacific States Chiropractic College, which later became Life West, and the two co-founders of the college were National Upper Cervical Chiropractic Association (NUCCA) practitioners. tag:mpamedia.com,2008:post-56340 2013-02-01T12:00:32-07:00 2013-02-01T12:00:07-07:00

In his 1967 text, The Science, Art and Philosophy of Sacro Occipital Technique, Major Bertrand De Jarnette made the following statement: "The only true subluxation you ever see must be in a child prior to the age of seven years. If this subluxation goes uncorrected, it becomes a primary source of stimulus through life, but the tombs of distortion, which form from one traumatic experience to the other, soon bury this primary subluxation under that 'tomb of distortions.' ... The subluxation that all of us worry about occurred some time between birth and the seventh year of life, and the remedy would of course be careful chiropractic care from birth through the seventh year of life."

By Claudia Anrig, DC In his 1967 text, The Science, Art and Philosophy of Sacro Occipital Technique, Major Bertrand De Jarnette made the following statement: "The only true subluxation you ever see must be in a child prior to the age of seven years. If this subluxation goes uncorrected, it becomes a primary source of stimulus through life, but the tombs of distortion, which form from one traumatic experience to the other, soon bury this primary subluxation under that 'tomb of distortions.' ... The subluxation that all of us worry about occurred some time between birth and the seventh year of life, and the remedy would of course be careful chiropractic care from birth through the seventh year of life." tag:mpamedia.com,2008:post-56302 2013-01-01T12:00:32-07:00 2013-01-01T12:00:07-07:00

The patient is a pleasant, but anxious 14-year-old female with a history of an opposing player kicking her left side, causing pain at the groin / hip region, during a water polo tournament 10 months ago. Her symptoms started almost immediately: sharp pain in her groin with some progression of radiation into her left backside. To date, her pain subsides only to worsen with increased activity (e.g., moderate interference in activities related to training for the sport: "eggbeater" kicks). The patient's pain level is rated as a 6/10 on a scale of 1-10, with 10 being severe pain. The quality of the pain is aching.

By Nancy Martin-Molina, DC, QME, MBA, CCSP The patient is a pleasant, but anxious 14-year-old female with a history of an opposing player kicking her left side, causing pain at the groin / hip region, during a water polo tournament 10 months ago. Her symptoms started almost immediately: sharp pain in her groin with some progression of radiation into her left backside. To date, her pain subsides only to worsen with increased activity (e.g., moderate interference in activities related to training for the sport: "eggbeater" kicks). The patient's pain level is rated as a 6/10 on a scale of 1-10, with 10 being severe pain. The quality of the pain is aching. tag:mpamedia.com,2008:post-56272 2012-12-16T12:00:32-07:00 2012-12-16T12:00:07-07:00

The developer of this technique was Hugh B. Logan, DC, who first presented his new technique, called Universal Health - Basic Technique, in 1931. Within a few years, it was simply called Logan Basic Technique; "basic" because it deals with the sacrum or base of the spine.

By Claudia Anrig, DC The developer of this technique was Hugh B. Logan, DC, who first presented his new technique, called Universal Health - Basic Technique, in 1931. Within a few years, it was simply called Logan Basic Technique; "basic" because it deals with the sacrum or base of the spine. tag:mpamedia.com,2008:post-56178 2012-10-21T12:00:32-07:00 2012-10-21T12:00:07-07:00

For more than 100 years, chiropractors have been treating adolescents with idiopathic scoliosis. Both myself and my colleagues, current and former, have realized and reported within the profession remarkable and often dramatic positive results. But only recently has the viability of chiropractic treatment for scoliosis been documented through research and reported in the indexed medical literature.

By Mark Studin, DC, FASBE(C), DAAPM, DAAMLP For more than 100 years, chiropractors have been treating adolescents with idiopathic scoliosis. Both myself and my colleagues, current and former, have realized and reported within the profession remarkable and often dramatic positive results. But only recently has the viability of chiropractic treatment for scoliosis been documented through research and reported in the indexed medical literature. tag:mpamedia.com,2008:post-56082 2012-08-26T12:00:32-07:00 2012-08-26T12:00:07-07:00

In early June the Pop Warner youth football league announced a new concussion awareness initiative in response to the growing number of concussions suffered by players each year. It also follows closely the recent suicide of former NFL player Junior Seau, who suffered from post-concussion syndrome, and the bounty scandal involving the NFL's New Orleans Saints, who allegedly rewarded players for taking opposing players out of the game.

By K. Jeffrey Miller, DC, DABCO In early June the Pop Warner youth football league announced a new concussion awareness initiative in response to the growing number of concussions suffered by players each year. It also follows closely the recent suicide of former NFL player Junior Seau, who suffered from post-concussion syndrome, and the bounty scandal involving the NFL's New Orleans Saints, who allegedly rewarded players for taking opposing players out of the game. tag:mpamedia.com,2008:post-56058 2012-08-12T12:00:32-07:00 2012-08-12T12:00:07-07:00

If a 14-year-old came to you with a swollen ankle or sore knee, what would you do? Would you be out of line to assume it was due to a sports injury or a twisted ankle from a misplaced step? Would you treat it with a little ice, rest; maybe an adjustment or a brace? What if the pain seemed better, but came back a second time and then a third? What would you do when you realized this "injury" was something more?

By Van Merkle, DC, CCN, DCBCN, DABCI If a 14-year-old came to you with a swollen ankle or sore knee, what would you do? Would you be out of line to assume it was due to a sports injury or a twisted ankle from a misplaced step? Would you treat it with a little ice, rest; maybe an adjustment or a brace? What if the pain seemed better, but came back a second time and then a third? What would you do when you realized this "injury" was something more? tag:mpamedia.com,2008:post-56029 2012-07-29T12:00:32-07:00 2012-07-29T12:00:07-07:00

We know the process of cooking vegetables destroys valuable micronutrients by altering their shape and chemical composition; but is it possible to eat enough raw vegetables to get the nutrition your body needs? That's where juicing can be valuable, particularly for developing children. Here's just some of the information on juicing you can share with parents.

By Claudia Anrig, DC We know the process of cooking vegetables destroys valuable micronutrients by altering their shape and chemical composition; but is it possible to eat enough raw vegetables to get the nutrition your body needs? That's where juicing can be valuable, particularly for developing children. Here's just some of the information on juicing you can share with parents. tag:mpamedia.com,2008:post-55988 2012-07-15T12:00:32-07:00 2012-07-15T12:00:07-07:00

A trampoline fracture is a transverse fracture of the proximal tibial metaphysis occurring in children while jumping on a trampoline (or inflatable castle). This fracture was first described by Richard Boyer, et al., in 1986. The fracture occurs when a second, usually heavier individual causes the jumping surface to recoil upward as the unsuspecting victim is descending. The combined excessive load is thought to produce the characteristic fracture, which is most often seen in children 2 to 5 years of age. This fracture has also been observed when a child is jumping on a bunk-bed mattress and another child pushes up on the mattress from the bunk below.

By Deborah Pate, DC, DACBR A trampoline fracture is a transverse fracture of the proximal tibial metaphysis occurring in children while jumping on a trampoline (or inflatable castle). This fracture was first described by Richard Boyer, et al., in 1986. The fracture occurs when a second, usually heavier individual causes the jumping surface to recoil upward as the unsuspecting victim is descending. The combined excessive load is thought to produce the characteristic fracture, which is most often seen in children 2 to 5 years of age. This fracture has also been observed when a child is jumping on a bunk-bed mattress and another child pushes up on the mattress from the bunk below. tag:mpamedia.com,2008:post-55928 2012-06-03T12:00:32-07:00 2012-06-03T12:00:07-07:00

One of the most common causes of knee pain in active adolescents is the condition known as Osgood-Schlatter. While frequently termed a "disease," it is actually a benign and self-limiting inflammation of the growing apophysis. Osgood-Schlatter is caused by biomechanical factors and will usually respond rapidly to appropriate conservative care.

By Mark Charrette, DC One of the most common causes of knee pain in active adolescents is the condition known as Osgood-Schlatter. While frequently termed a "disease," it is actually a benign and self-limiting inflammation of the growing apophysis. Osgood-Schlatter is caused by biomechanical factors and will usually respond rapidly to appropriate conservative care. tag:mpamedia.com,2008:post-55791 2012-03-12T12:00:32-07:00 2012-03-12T12:00:07-07:00

Patients often have questions for their chiropractor if they notice something unusual about their child's feet or the way the child walks or runs. For many years, the most common pediatric foot problem seen in doctors' offices has been in-toeing, especially whenever the child is observed running. Let's briefly discuss several of the more common pediatric foot conditions that result in the feet turning inwards, as well as how these conditions can (and should) be managed by chiropractors, since specialized bracing and surgery are only rarely necessary.

By Mark Charrette, DC Patients often have questions for their chiropractor if they notice something unusual about their child's feet or the way the child walks or runs. For many years, the most common pediatric foot problem seen in doctors' offices has been in-toeing, especially whenever the child is observed running. Let's briefly discuss several of the more common pediatric foot conditions that result in the feet turning inwards, as well as how these conditions can (and should) be managed by chiropractors, since specialized bracing and surgery are only rarely necessary. tag:mpamedia.com,2008:post-55755 2012-02-12T12:00:32-07:00 2012-02-12T12:00:07-07:00

Anything that suggest the slightest thing is wrong with a child will cause concern in a parent. A fever, for example, is one of the primary reasons parents will call their child's pediatrician. Yet the truth is, what many of us have been told is a "low-grade fever" is a natural body temperature for some children. Much of what parents have believed for years is just not true.

By Claudia Anrig, DC Anything that suggest the slightest thing is wrong with a child will cause concern in a parent. A fever, for example, is one of the primary reasons parents will call their child's pediatrician. Yet the truth is, what many of us have been told is a "low-grade fever" is a natural body temperature for some children. Much of what parents have believed for years is just not true. tag:mpamedia.com,2008:post-55751 2012-02-12T12:00:32-07:00 2012-02-12T12:00:07-07:00

There are several normal anatomical differences between the adult and the pediatric cervical spine. This is a brief review of the main radiographic features that one should be aware of in order to avoid confusing normal differences with pathologic findings.

By Deborah Pate, DC, DACBR There are several normal anatomical differences between the adult and the pediatric cervical spine. This is a brief review of the main radiographic features that one should be aware of in order to avoid confusing normal differences with pathologic findings. tag:mpamedia.com,2008:post-55671 2011-12-01T12:00:32-07:00 2011-12-01T12:00:07-07:00

Lorraine Golden, DC, founded Kentuckiana Children's Center in 1957 to provide chiropractic care to children with special needs regardless of their ability to pay. Over 50 years later, KCC is still a beacon of hope for many children thanks to the leadership and commitment of Jean Elizabeth Grabowski.

Lorraine Golden, DC, founded Kentuckiana Children's Center in 1957 to provide chiropractic care to children with special needs regardless of their ability to pay. Over 50 years later, KCC is still a beacon of hope for many children thanks to the leadership and commitment of Jean Elizabeth Grabowski. tag:mpamedia.com,2008:post-55638 2011-12-02T12:00:32-07:00 2011-12-02T12:00:07-07:00

This is a retrospective, single-case study of a pediatric patient presenting to a chiropractic practice with extremity dysfunction and related pain. The approach to chiropractic care was based upon the level of training in chiropractic colleges as it relates to extremity management.

By Nancy Martin-Molina, DC, QME, MBA, CCSP This is a retrospective, single-case study of a pediatric patient presenting to a chiropractic practice with extremity dysfunction and related pain. The approach to chiropractic care was based upon the level of training in chiropractic colleges as it relates to extremity management. tag:mpamedia.com,2008:post-55619 2011-11-04T12:00:32-07:00 2011-11-04T12:00:07-07:00

Just weeks before World Spine Day (Oct. 16), Straighten Up, the spinal health initiative launched in 2004, announced that its three latest activity modules, "Upper Body Series," Doorway Stretch" and "Bed Backs," had been finalized following Delphi review and subsequent minor revisions.

By Editorial Staff Just weeks before World Spine Day (Oct. 16), Straighten Up, the spinal health initiative launched in 2004, announced that its three latest activity modules, "Upper Body Series," Doorway Stretch" and "Bed Backs," had been finalized following Delphi review and subsequent minor revisions. tag:mpamedia.com,2008:post-55606 2011-11-04T12:00:32-07:00 2011-11-04T12:00:07-07:00

I would like to start this article by welcoming Dr. Brian Kelly and congratulating him as the new president of Life Chiropractic College West. Dr. Kelly, for those who haven't had the pleasure of meeting you yet, can you share some of your experiences from your tenure as president of New Zealand College of Chiropractic (NZCC)?

By Claudia Anrig, DC I would like to start this article by welcoming Dr. Brian Kelly and congratulating him as the new president of Life Chiropractic College West. Dr. Kelly, for those who haven't had the pleasure of meeting you yet, can you share some of your experiences from your tenure as president of New Zealand College of Chiropractic (NZCC)? tag:mpamedia.com,2008:post-55595 2011-10-21T12:00:32-07:00 2011-10-21T12:00:07-07:00

High-profile athletes including Lance Armstrong, Serena Williams, the Mexican national soccer team, David Beckham, Sergio Garcia, Kevin Garnett and numerous athletes at the Beijing Games have had elastic therapeutic taping applied for therapeutic and preventative purposes. However, this use of taping in sports is merely the tip of the iceberg as to how it can be integrated into chiropractic treatment.

By Kenzo Kase, DC High-profile athletes including Lance Armstrong, Serena Williams, the Mexican national soccer team, David Beckham, Sergio Garcia, Kevin Garnett and numerous athletes at the Beijing Games have had elastic therapeutic taping applied for therapeutic and preventative purposes. However, this use of taping in sports is merely the tip of the iceberg as to how it can be integrated into chiropractic treatment. tag:mpamedia.com,2008:post-55577 2011-10-07T12:00:32-07:00 2011-10-07T12:00:07-07:00

Although most chiropractors treat patients who have scoliosis, few truly understand the forces that lock up these abnormal curves. This can make treating a scoliosis curvature feel like trying to treat a spine cast in bronze. The good news is it is not that rigid. The key to reshaping the spine toward a more normal, balanced position is to first understand the pathway it took to get so twisted.

By Brett Diaz, DC Although most chiropractors treat patients who have scoliosis, few truly understand the forces that lock up these abnormal curves. This can make treating a scoliosis curvature feel like trying to treat a spine cast in bronze. The good news is it is not that rigid. The key to reshaping the spine toward a more normal, balanced position is to first understand the pathway it took to get so twisted. tag:mpamedia.com,2008:post-55543 2011-09-01T12:00:32-07:00 2011-09-01T12:00:07-07:00

Joel Alcantara, DC, has joined the research team at Life Chiropractic College West as the newly appointed Chair of Pediatric Research. Dr. Alcantara is one of the rising stars in chiropractic pediatric research. He received his Bachelor of Science degree in Chemistry at the University of Calgary and graduated from Palmer College of Chiropractic West in 1995.

Joel Alcantara, DC, has joined the research team at Life Chiropractic College West as the newly appointed Chair of Pediatric Research. Dr. Alcantara is one of the rising stars in chiropractic pediatric research. He received his Bachelor of Science degree in Chemistry at the University of Calgary and graduated from Palmer College of Chiropractic West in 1995. tag:mpamedia.com,2008:post-55369 2011-06-03T12:00:32-07:00 2011-06-03T12:00:07-07:00

The elbow fracture is one of the most common fractures in children. Assessing the elbow for fracture can be difficult because of the changing anatomy of the growing skeleton and the subtlety of some of these fractures. It's important to be aware of the radiographic signs of fracture in the elbow, along with knowing the appearance and fusion of the ossification centers in the pediatric patient, to avoid confusing an ossification center with a fracture fragment. Of course, alignment and radiographic positioning are also extremely important in making a diagnostic assessment.

By Deborah Pate, DC, DACBR The elbow fracture is one of the most common fractures in children. Assessing the elbow for fracture can be difficult because of the changing anatomy of the growing skeleton and the subtlety of some of these fractures. It's important to be aware of the radiographic signs of fracture in the elbow, along with knowing the appearance and fusion of the ossification centers in the pediatric patient, to avoid confusing an ossification center with a fracture fragment. Of course, alignment and radiographic positioning are also extremely important in making a diagnostic assessment. tag:mpamedia.com,2008:post-55367 2011-06-03T12:00:32-07:00 2011-06-03T12:00:07-07:00

Any parent with a newborn to first or second grader knows that car seats are a part of family life. However, many parents may think that if they use the child restraint system required by law, their children will automatically be safe. But how safe are they? As their chiropractor, you can provide parents with the proper information and advice.

By Claudia Anrig, DC Any parent with a newborn to first or second grader knows that car seats are a part of family life. However, many parents may think that if they use the child restraint system required by law, their children will automatically be safe. But how safe are they? As their chiropractor, you can provide parents with the proper information and advice. tag:mpamedia.com,2008:post-55311 2011-05-06T12:00:32-07:00 2011-05-06T12:00:07-07:00

The patient is a 14-year-old girl with a recent diagnosis of scoliosis received on medical referral. She reports her actual pain onset started at menarche around 11-12 years of age, worsening in the past 6-9 months, during which time she underwent a growth spurt. Written parental consent is obtained and an initial evaluation is provided with radiographic spinal record review performed. She hand-carried her medical radiograph report, dated six months prior.

By Nancy Martin-Molina, DC, QME, MBA, CCSP The patient is a 14-year-old girl with a recent diagnosis of scoliosis received on medical referral. She reports her actual pain onset started at menarche around 11-12 years of age, worsening in the past 6-9 months, during which time she underwent a growth spurt. Written parental consent is obtained and an initial evaluation is provided with radiographic spinal record review performed. She hand-carried her medical radiograph report, dated six months prior. tag:mpamedia.com,2008:post-55251 2011-04-09T12:00:32-07:00 2011-04-09T12:00:07-07:00

With an increase in available diagnostics and the number of medications available to treat every possible disease increasing exponentially, it shouldn't be any surprise that the number of prescriptions being written for both adults and children has risen dramatically over the past several years. In addition, poor lifestyle choices have led to growing childhood obesity, further complicated by type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure and high cholesterol.

By Claudia Anrig, DC With an increase in available diagnostics and the number of medications available to treat every possible disease increasing exponentially, it shouldn't be any surprise that the number of prescriptions being written for both adults and children has risen dramatically over the past several years. In addition, poor lifestyle choices have led to growing childhood obesity, further complicated by type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure and high cholesterol. tag:mpamedia.com,2008:post-55108 2011-01-15T12:00:32-07:00 2011-01-15T12:00:07-07:00

Over the past 15 years, the population of children with neurodevelopmental disorders has grown; one of the leaders in recognizing this is Dr. Monika Buerger, who has dedicated the majority of her professional career to the pursuit of understanding this disorder and integrating chiropractic with other disciplines in an effort to better serve patients. Further, Dr. Buerger has just completed two chapters, Sensory Processing Disorders and Neurodevelopmental Disorders, for the second edition of the Pediatric Chiropractic textbook due to be released spring 2011.

By Claudia Anrig, DC Over the past 15 years, the population of children with neurodevelopmental disorders has grown; one of the leaders in recognizing this is Dr. Monika Buerger, who has dedicated the majority of her professional career to the pursuit of understanding this disorder and integrating chiropractic with other disciplines in an effort to better serve patients. Further, Dr. Buerger has just completed two chapters, Sensory Processing Disorders and Neurodevelopmental Disorders, for the second edition of the Pediatric Chiropractic textbook due to be released spring 2011. tag:mpamedia.com,2008:post-55050 2010-12-02T12:00:32-07:00 2010-12-02T12:00:07-07:00

If you have a specialty pediatric practice or treat children in addition to adults, mark your calendars now: The pediatric councils of the American Chiropractic Association and the International Chiropractors Association will hold their first-ever joint conference on Dec. 9-11, 2011 at the Turtle Bay Resort in Oahu, Hawaii. As of press time, the event planning committee is working on finalizing the program, and a call for papers is also in the works to encourage platform and poster presentations.

By Editorial Staff If you have a specialty pediatric practice or treat children in addition to adults, mark your calendars now: The pediatric councils of the American Chiropractic Association and the International Chiropractors Association will hold their first-ever joint conference on Dec. 9-11, 2011 at the Turtle Bay Resort in Oahu, Hawaii. As of press time, the event planning committee is working on finalizing the program, and a call for papers is also in the works to encourage platform and poster presentations. tag:mpamedia.com,2008:post-54992 2010-11-04T12:00:32-07:00 2010-11-04T12:00:07-07:00

Like so many others, my children are active in sports. After several seasons, both have graduated from the recreation level (American Youth Soccer Organization - AYSO) to "club soccer." They are two of an estimated 18 million soccer players in the U.S. They began in the AYSO, which has more than 50,000 teams. Once they were good enough (and tough enough), they were invited to join a club team. There are an estimated 8,200 soccer clubs in the U.S. Our club has 28 teams and plays year-round in leagues and tournaments. This is in addition to the recreational teams in the club.

By Donald M. Petersen Jr., BS, HCD(hc), FICC(h), Publisher Like so many others, my children are active in sports. After several seasons, both have graduated from the recreation level (American Youth Soccer Organization - AYSO) to "club soccer." They are two of an estimated 18 million soccer players in the U.S. They began in the AYSO, which has more than 50,000 teams. Once they were good enough (and tough enough), they were invited to join a club team. There are an estimated 8,200 soccer clubs in the U.S. Our club has 28 teams and plays year-round in leagues and tournaments. This is in addition to the recreational teams in the club. tag:mpamedia.com,2008:post-54981 2010-10-25T12:00:32-07:00 2010-10-25T12:00:07-07:00

The pediatric councils of the International Chiropractors Association and the American Chiropractic Association have announced that they will team up for a joint pediatrics conference in 2011. The conference will be held Dec. 9-11, 2011, at the Turtle Bay Resort on the North Shore of Oahu, Hawaii. This event marks be the first time that specialty councils of the two organizations have collaborated on a single conference for the chiropractic profession. It will be a historic occasion and one that bodes well for the future of chiropractic pediatric continuing education.

The pediatric councils of the International Chiropractors Association and the American Chiropractic Association have announced that they will team up for a joint pediatrics conference in 2011. The conference will be held Dec. 9-11, 2011, at the Turtle Bay Resort on the North Shore of Oahu, Hawaii. This event marks be the first time that specialty councils of the two organizations have collaborated on a single conference for the chiropractic profession. It will be a historic occasion and one that bodes well for the future of chiropractic pediatric continuing education.