Posts by Dr. Youdeem
Young Females at Greater Risk of Stroke Than Young Males.
A review of 16 studies regarding stroke incidence in the younger adult population found that women under the age of 35 are 44% more likely to suffer an ischemic stroke than men in the same age group. While the review does not pinpoint a reason for the difference, the authors of the study note that…
Read MoreMyofascial Treatment Aids Microcirculation.
Impaired blood flow to the smallest blood vessels in the circulatory system is commonly observed in patients with musculoskeletal disorders and is associated with pain intensity, pain duration, and disability. With the aid of laser-doppler flowmetry and videofluoroscopic imaging, investigators observed that myofascial treatment—a therapy performed by doctors of chiropractic—results in an immediate improvement in…
Read MoreJust 10 Minutes of Daily Activity Can Save Lives.
Following a review of health data concerning nearly 5,000 middle-aged and older adults, researchers estimate that if each adult engaged in just ten minutes of exercise a day, it could prevent over 100,000 premature deaths each year. JAMA Internal Medicine, January 2022
Read MoreVitamin D May Help Reduce Autoimmune Disease Risk.
A study involving 26,000 adults found that those who took a daily supplement of 2,000 IU of vitamin D reduced their risk of developing an autoimmune disease by 22%. British Medical Journal, January 2022
Read MoreA Crowded ER Can Cost Lives.
An analysis of data concerning more than 5 million emergency room (ER) visits found that if delays in admission exceed five hours, an individual’s risk of death in the next 30 days increases by 8%. Emergency Medicine Journal, January 2022
Read MoreMost Kids Don’t Wear a Helmet When Sledding.
Questionnaires completed by nearly 2,000 parents revealed that while 73% of children always wear a helmet when downhill skiing or snowboarding, 70% of kids never wear a helmet when sledding, which can also result in a serious head injury. University of Michigan, January 2022
Read MoreAlzheimer’s Disease Management.
The Cleveland Clinic offers the following advice for caregivers of a loved one with Alzheimer’s disease: stay informed about the disease, learn about behavioral challenges such as agitation and depression, be alert for wandering, provide a stable and calm environment, help the loved one express their emotions, and make sure the loved one keeps a…
Read MoreTry Chiropractic First.
A recent study found that patients with spinal pain who see a doctor of chiropractic as their first treatment choice are less likely to fill an opioid prescription, receive a spinal injection, or see a specialist within the next six months than those who initially consult with a medical physician. Chiropractic & Manual Therapies, January…
Read MoreExercise is Good for Bone Health.
The National Institutes of Health reports that weight-bearing physical activities such as walking, hiking, jogging, climbing stairs, playing tennis, and dancing can lead to stronger and healthier bones, which can reduce one’s risk for osteoporosis. National Institutes of Health, January 2022
Read MoreSoft Drink Consumption During Pregnancy Linked to ADHD in Offspring.
Based on data from the Norwegian Mother, Father and Child Cohort Study and Medical Birth Registry of Norway, researchers report that daily maternal intake of sweetened carbonated beverages during pregnancy is linked to a small increase in attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) symptoms in offspring at eight years of age. European Journal of Nutrition, January 2022
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