Posts by Dr. Youdeem
Cervical Spinal Manipulation Benefits TMD.
Past research has shown that patients with temporomandibular disorder (TMD) often have cervical complaints, suggesting that the conditions may be connected. In this study, 50 TMD patients received either cervical spinal manipulation or a sham manipulation once a week for four weeks. The researchers observed that the participants in the cervical spinal manipulation group exhibited…
Read MoreTraining for a Marathon Can Turn Back Aging Clock.
Among a group of 138 first-time marathon runners, researchers observed that after six months of training, participants experienced a 3- to 4-point drop in systolic and diastolic blood pressure, as well as a 9% improvement in aortic function. The research team estimates that training for a marathon reversed the effects of aging on the cardiovascular…
Read MoreA Strategy to Promote Healthier Eating in Kids.
Watching cooking shows may be the key ingredient to getting children to eat healthier foods. In this study, researchers asked 125 10- to 12-year-olds to watch a public television cooking program designed for children and then provided snacks after the viewing. The research team observed that kids who watched a cooking show featuring healthy food…
Read MoreSmog Could Be Bad for Bones.
In a study involving 3,700 adults living in various parts of India, researchers found that participants who lived in areas with higher fine particulate matter air pollution tended to have lower bone mass. Researcher Dr. Otavio Ranzani writes, “This study contributes to the limited and inconclusive literature on air pollution and bone health… Inhalation of…
Read MoreBrush Hair with Care.
National Women’s Health Resource Center notes that incorrectly brushing your hair can result in strand damage, which can lead to splits and tangles. The organization recommends the following tips to properly brush your hair: find a brush that is right for your hair type, brush your hair gently each day, brush your hair down from…
Read MoreTeens Who Self-Harm at Greater Risk for Early Death.
A recent study that monitored the status of 9,173 children and teens who had presented to the emergency room after nonfatal self-harm revealed this group has a significantly higher risk for suicide, accidental death, or death from other causes over the following two years than the general pediatric population. Based on the finding, the study’s…
Read MoreEffects of Spinal Manipulation.
Getting adjusted may improve the reflexes. In a recent study, researchers applied spinal manipulative therapy to the cervical and upper thoracic spine of eleven healthy volunteers, and using electromyography, they detected improved muscle reflex responses in all the neck muscles, most back muscles, and some extremity muscles. Journal of Manipulative and Physiological Therapeutics, December 2019
Read MoreJudo May Help Children with Autism
Among a group of 14 children and teens with autism spectrum disorder, researchers observed that engaging in a 45-minute judo lesson once a week for eight weeks led to improvements in the participants’ comfort with social interactions and physical contact. Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders, December 2019
Read MoreGreen Tea May Benefit the Heart.
An analysis of data concerning more than 100,000 middle aged and older adults in China suggests that drinking green tea at least three times a week is associated with a reduced risk for heart attack or stroke over the next seven years. Researcher Dr. Whitney Linsenmeyer notes, “Green tea is calorie-free and antioxidant-rich… It’s a…
Read MoreMetabolic Syndrome May Raise Odds of Recurring Blood Clots
Metabolic syndrome is a cluster of conditions—obesity, high blood pressure, problematic cholesterol, impaired metabolic function, and excessive waist circumference—that occur together and increase the risk of heart disease, stroke, and type 2 diabetes. An analysis of data concerning over 151,000 deep vein thrombosis (DVT) patients revealed that those with metabolic syndrome had a 37% increased…
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