Car Crash May Hasten Chronic Pain

Chronic widespread pain is pain that circulates above as well as below the waist, or in both sides of the body and lasts for at least three months. It can affect anyone, and doesn’t depend on age, sex and/or patient’s lifestyle.

Recent research conducted by a group of doctors from the University of Aberdeen, Scotland showed that more than 1 in 10 people have developed chronic widespread pain caused by a traumatic event taken place during 4 years following the accident.

Further studies revealed that 43% of all patients with chronic pain had experienced a traumatic accident, surgical operation or have had broken bones over the same period of time. This information proves that car accidents together with workplace fractures and other injures can be a significant indicator of future chronic widespread pain.

To support the study, Gareth Jones, PhD., University of Aberdeen, Scotland and his colleagues turned to the Epidemiology of Functional Disorders Study conducted in northwest England. 6,290 volunteers of various age, sex, working in diverse spheres were recruited from three general practices in Manchester and were given a questionnaire with part of the questions related to chronic widespread pain.

Four years later pain-free people were invited for a second questionnaire and were asked to answer the questions. Over 11% of people reported chronic widespread pain, and 38% of them mentioned at least one traumatic experience, such as car or work accident, fracture, surgery, childbirth (for women) or inpatient treatment.

Summarizing the evidence and the facts, Jones and his colleagues determined that traffic accidents still remained a major cause of new chronic widespread pain. Nevertheless, the current research may not be fully taken into account and requires deeper analysis and supportive evidence. Therefore, in future studies researchers will try to specify what aspects of car accidents can be responsible for chronic widespread pain.

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Little League Elbow

“Little League Elbow” is a throwing injury to the elbow commonly found among pre-teen and early-teenagers that play baseball or softball competitively. Injury occurs when the repetitive throwing creates an excessively strong pull on elbow tendons and ligaments. This can tear ligament and tendon away from the bone. Sometimes small fragments of bone are pulled away as well. The elbow can also become compressed, causing bones to rub together. Young athletes are particularly prone to this type of injury because their bones are immature. A child should stop throwing at the first sign of elbow pain, restricted range of elbow motion or locking of the elbow joint. Young pitchers are also advised against trying to throw a curve ball. The additional twisting motion used to make a pitch "break" is very hard on the immature elbow.

The age groups most affected are pre-high school players, anywhere from ages 10 to 15, with the peak incidence in the 12 to 14-year-old age group. Treatment and recovery depend on the severity of the injury. Recovery time ranges from 6 weeks to 3 months.

Symptoms:

 ELBOW IS SORE TO THE TOUCH AND MAY EXPERIENCE SWELLING

 SUDDEN ONSET OF PAIN & FEELS LIKE SOMETHING GIVING WAY IN THE ELBOW

 PAIN MAY BE ASSOCIATED WITH CATCHING, THROWING OVERHAND OR LOCKING OF THE ELBOW JOINT

Prevention
Prevention strategies include:
 Always warm up before pitching with light aerobic exercise, such as jogging or jumping jacks.
Always stretch your muscles slowly and gently before pitching.
Always follow the pitching rules of your baseball league and do not play in two leagues at the same time.
Limit your pitching to:
4-10 innings per week
80-100 pitches per game
30-40 pitches per practice
Learn and practice the mechanics of good pitching technique.
Do not throw curve balls and sliders until high school when the growth plate in your elbow is fused with the bone.
Treatment may include:
CHIROPRACTIC & PHYSICAL THERAPY

REST
Do not pitch or do any activities that cause elbow pain. Do not play sports, especially throwing sports, until the pain is gone.

COLD
Apply ice or a cold pack to the outside of the elbow for 15-20 minutes, 4 times a day, for several days. Wrap the ice or cold pack in a towel. Do not apply the ice directly to your skin.


Doctor Koenig can offer guidelines on exercise, conditioning techniques, nutrition, and general fitness. Of course, when treatment is needed, the chiropractor is fully equipped to manage nonsurgical treatment of typical sports injuries. Chiropractic care also works on correcting misaligned or out of place vertebrae and can remove the pressure placed on the nerve endings that line the surface of the joint and course through the space between the joints, reducing pain and improving flexibility and function. To see if chiropractic may be able to help you call (508) (746-5899) today for a complimentary consultation. Or log onto www.koenigchiro.com to book and appointment.

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What is Causing the Asthma Epidemic

What is causing the Asthma Epidemic?

written by:Doctor Josh Koenig

Recent studies have showed that asthma cases have enhanced almost 60% since the middle 1980s, and the number of deaths caused by asthma grew up to 5,000 per year in the United States alone. Many of us wonder what the primary reasons of such a dramatic peak are and what can be done to prevent even a larger outbreak. 

Luckily, modern medicine in combination with the newest chiropractic approaches can minimize and even eliminate the risk of getting asthma and its complications. We don’t know why it is developing at such an alarming rate, but we DO know how to learn to control it better.

If you are in your 30s and older, you may remember that in your youth years it was very rare to find a child with asthma. But nowadays the situation is completely different; asthma has become a constant companion of everyday life. Children are the most susceptible to asthma, although adults may suffer from occasional asthma attacks as well. 

There are several causes of asthma distribution. Among them are environmental, stress and nutrition factors.

It is no surprise that the ecological situation on the planet has dramatically changed for the 3 past decades. Air, water, soil pollution led to the decreased quality of vital nutrients that flow through our bodies and new contaminants have found their way into these systems. Moreover, our insulated houses and apartments don’t let in fresh air and let out the allergens and molds thriving in any basement. In addition, modern carpets are made with formaldehyde that evaporates in the air and this is what you end up breathing in. 

Modern commercials make you buy more cleaning products for literally every object in the house to keep it free from 99% of bacteria and viruses. But it comes with a price, as they don’t only kill all the germs; they kill the healthy flora in your house.  

Another major factor that contributes to asthma is a stress factor. Stress may induce or exacerbate asthma attacks. Moving to a new house, a change of lifestyle or a job, experiencing some negative emotions—all these can trigger asthma. 

Food manufacturers, especially in the United States, add a lot of preservatives, genetically modified additives, antibiotics and etc. in products to prolong their shelf life, to taste and look better. Poor food quality in combination with excessive vaccinations, unnecessary antibiotic intake and cesarean births lead to asthma outburst. 

Asthma is a chronic disease, and cannot completely cured. But it can be successfully controlled. With the help of your primary doctor, an asthma specialist and a chiropractor, you can find the right treatment program, medication and wellness adjustments. 

Recent research shows that chiropractic patients showed a significant improvement of major asthma symptoms. Your chiropractic doctor will start with a full body evaluation, check your overall neurological and physical conditions, adjust your diet and lifestyle and help reduce stress level. 

There are several tips that can help you keep your asthma under control:

• Choose a vegetarian-based diet. Animal products contain arachidonic acid that can cause inflammation.
• Eat fish and other products that include Omega-3 fats
• Include vitamin C in your diet, as it helps to reduce allergenic reactions
• Avoid food containing MSG (monosodium glutamate) and other sulfites
• Clean house air filters and have them checked every 3-4 months
• Cover your bed linen, pillows and mattresses with hypoallergenic dust bed covers
• Visit chiropractic doctor for alternative health and wellness program and physical activity adjustments
• Use relaxation techniques (tai chi, yoga, meditation, breathing exercises and etc.) and minimize time spent in front of TV, computer and etc.
• Use medication with precaution, as some of them (aspirin, NSAI, beta-blockers) can cause asthma to worsen

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Be Proactive!

Chiropractic for Preventative/Wellness Care
Article written by: Doctor Josh Koenig

It is common knowledge that any illness is easier to prevent than it is to cure. This is why chiropractic doctors have developed wellness or preventative care that is created to help healthy individuals to stay and look younger and minimize any possible occurrences of illness or impairment in the future. Even if you have already experienced any problems with your health, chiropractors can help you promote your health, maintain your body and mind in a great shape and prevent any acute or chronic pains from reappearing.

How Can I Benefit from Chiropractic Wellness Care?

A preventative chiropractic health management plan incorporates all the necessary adjustments and lifestyle changes according to your body needs. Usually the chiropractic wellness care will include the following practices:

• Increase quality of life
• Promote wellness
• Prevent diseases and illnesses
• Decrease the number of injuries and associated complications/pains
• Prolong life

More than Pain Relief

Chiropractic preventative care goes beyond the performance of chiropractic adjustments and pain relief. Your chiropractor will actively involve you into various effective health activities and behaviors that will help you reach your goal of pain-and-trouble-free life.

Chiropractic doctors will generally work out a special wellness program plan that will consider your current state of health, your lifestyle and habits, your needs and limitations.

Fix Small Problems Before They Become Big

How many times did you promise yourself to visit your doctor and ask about an annoying back pain or an everlasting afternoon headache? But modern life dictates its own schedule, where there is no time for small stuff like this. We wait until the pain gets almost impossible and there is no way to avoid an expensive trip to the doctor.

Chiropractic doctors on the other hand offer you a great opportunity to stay healthy and live a pain-free life by early detecting and correcting any neuromuscular and musculoskeletal disorders. By taking care of these risk factors you secure your future life from possible health problems and even disability. 

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Infertility and Chiropractic Care

Infertility and Chiropractic Care

written by: Dr. Josh Koenig, Chiropractor Plymouth Ma

Chiropractors are doctors who use various conservative methods of health problem management. It means that chiropractic rehabilitative and wellness care mainly consists of health maintenance of the spine and its related nerves, discs, joints, bones without the use of drugs or surgery. Moreover, any chiropractic health management plan will include physical, lifestyle, behavioral and emotional adjustments and changes that will definitely promote your health.

Is Chiropractic Care safe for Women with Infertility Issues?

Chiropractic wellness programs are specifically designed to maintain and promote healthy, pain-free life, enhance your body’s ability to work in a proper way and improve the functioning of the nervous system.

Chiropractic care is absolutely safe for women with infertility issues, as well as for healthy women who are or plan on becoming pregnant. Many chiropractors get additional training and advanced education in the prenatal and postpartum areas, and therefore can give you advice on the best natural approaches and methods to resolve the infertility problems.

The following designations indicate that your chiropractic doctor underwent a special training program:

• DACCP – Diplomate with ICPA (reflecting highest level of advanced training)
• CACCP – Certified with the ICPA (reflecting advanced training)
• Member of ICPA (reflecting special interest)
• Webster Certified (trained to specifically work with breech positions)

How does Chiropractic Care Benefit Women with Fertility Issues?

Sometimes a woman can experience several infertility issues, because her nervous system doesn’t work properly. Infertility can be caused by a number of reasons, such as stress, bad lifestyle routine, poor nutrition, and the major case is usually the nervous system malfunction.

Chiropractic doctors are primarily nervous system specialists, who can help you restore your fertility by clearing your nervous system from unnecessary interference, changing or adjusting your lifestyle habits and improving your overall wellness.

Is Chiropractic Care Expensive?

Chiropractic care is commonly known to be a cost-effective method to improve your well-being and health. Traditional medical care, such as IVF (In Vitro Fertilization) can cost between 10,000 to 20,000 dollars per attempt. Chiropractic care can potentially save you thousands of dollars and avoid or dramatically reduce the number of IVF attempts.

Talking with your Health Care Provider about Chiropractic Care

Chiropractic care programs become more and more popular around the world. As a lot of women choose chiropractic approaches over traditional ones, more and more health care providers look for specifically advanced trained chiropractors who can take care of their pregnant patients.

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The Myths of Chiropractic

The objective of the chiropractic is to reduce subluxation (or misalignment), in order to provide the patient with an increased range of motion, reduced nerve irritability, reduced muscle spasm, reduced pain and/or improved function. Chiropractors are highly trained and highly skilled in the practice of adjustment. Many people find relief in it every day.

Yet, as successful as chiropractic has become in the last several decades, there remains a lot of misinformation throughout the general public. Many people still do not understand what chiropractors do. And myths and misconceptions still abound.

Like most everything, that depends. You only have to continue going to the chiropractor as long as you wish to maintain the health of your neuromusculoskeletal system. Going to a chiropractor is much like exercising at a gym or eating a healthy diet: As long as you keep it up, you’ll reap the benefits.

It’s like going to the dentist. No one would doubt that routine dental care will help your teeth remain healthy for a long time. The same is true for chiropractic care. It can help you feel better, move with more freedom, and stay healthier throughout your lifetime. Of course you can enjoy the benefits of chiropractic care even if you simply go for a short time, but to truly enjoy the real benefits of chiropractic care a part you should make it a continuing part of your lifestyle.

A chiropractic college grants a D.C. or Doctorate of Chiropractic degree. The chiropractic and medical school curricula are extremely rigorous and virtually identical. In fact, chiropractors have more hours of classroom education than do their medical counterparts. As part of their education, chiropractic students also complete a residency working with real patients in a clinical setting, supervised by licensed doctors of chiropractic. Once chiropractic students graduate, they have to pass four sets of national board exams as well as state board exams in the states where they want to practice. Chiropractors are licensed as health care providers in every U.S. state and dozens of countries around the world. Just like medical doctors, chiropractors are professionals that are subject to the same type of testing procedures, licensing and monitoring by state and national peer-reviewed boards. Federal and state programs, such as Medicare, Medicaid, and Workers' Compensations programs cover chiropractic care.

The biggest difference between chiropractors and medical doctors is not in their level of education, but in their method of treatment. Chiropractors provide physical solutions -- adjustments, exercises, stretches, muscle therapy -- to help the body heal from conditions that are physical in origin, such as back pain, muscle spasms, headaches, and poor posture. Also unlike standard medical doctors, whom you usually visit only when you have a symptom to be treated, chiropractors can offer adjustments to improve spinal alignment and overall well-being before symptoms develop.

Article written by; http://www.chiropartners.com/MythsFactsFears and infographic by:Chiro Practice

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No Flu Shot?

Don’t get the Flu Shot! "...influenza vaccinations provide only modest protection for healthy young and middle-age adults, and little if any protection for those 65 and older, who are most likely to succumb to the illness or its complications. Moreover, the report’s authors concluded, federal vaccination recommendations, which have expanded in recent years, are based on inadequate evidence and poorly executed studies.

“We have overpromoted and overhyped this vaccine,” said Michael T. Osterholm, director of the Center for Infectious Disease Research and Policy, as well as its Center of Excellence for Influenza Research and Surveillance. “It does not protect as promoted. It’s all a sales job: it’s all public relations."
"...vaccines do not affect the number of people hospitalized and have minimal impact in seasons when vaccines and viruses are mismatched. (When the vaccine matches the circulating viruses, 33 adults need to be vaccinated to avoid one set of influenza symptoms; when there is only a partial match, 100 people must be vaccinated for the same effect.) It was also concluded that the vaccines appear to have no effect on hospital admissions, transmission or rates of complications."
Big pharma is thrilled that many people take the shots: "For vaccine manufacturers, it’s a bonanza: Influenza shots — given every year, unlike many other vaccines — are a multibillion-dollar global business."
As a number of group members have observed, hand washing provides the best protection: "Another option for those who want to reduce their risk of influenza and flulike infections may be simply this: Wash your hands more often. There is good evidence this works."

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