Quitting Smoking Could Stop Alzheimer’s Progression
Past research suggests that smoking can increase the risk for Alzheimer’s by up to 40%. A recent study found that smokers with mild-cognitive impairment who quit smoking may be able to slow or stop progression to Alzheimer’s. CNS Neuroscience & Therapeutics, May 2022
Read MoreNeck Pain and Migraines
A systematic review found that migraine headache patients are three times more likely than individuals without a history of headache to have neck pain (77% vs. 23.5%). Past research suggests that addressing cervical spine issues in patients with migraines—with chiropractic care, for example—may reduce headache frequency and intensity. Cephalagia, February 2022
Read MoreAerobic Exercise May Reduce Cardiovascular Risks in Chronic Kidney Disease Patients
Among a group of 48 chronic kidney disease (CKD) patients, those who participated in a twelve-week aerobic exercise intervention experienced an improvement in both blood vessel function and blood pressure reactivity. The findings suggest that engaging in an aerobic exercise training program may reduce the risk for cardiovascular disease in CKD patients, which is the…
Read MoreMediterranean Diet May Reduce Preeclampsia Risk
Preeclampsia is marked by a sudden increase in blood pressure, protein in the urine, or other problems during pregnancy, which can cause serious health problems for mothers and babies if left untreated. In a study that included over 8,500 expectant mothers, researchers identified an association between greater adherence to the Mediterranean diet and up to…
Read MoreSteroid Medications Pose Dangers for Those with Sickle Cell
A review of data on more than 5,100 patients with sickle cell disease found that patients given oral corticosteroids were more likely to be hospitalized for a vaso-occlusive episode, a condition that can cause intense pain and irreversible organ damage. Research leader Dr. Ondine Walter adds, “Vaso-occlusive events and related hospitalization appear to follow corticosteroid…
Read MoreDriver’s Education Improves Driver Safety
An analysis of data on motor vehicle crashes among 130,000 drivers under the age of 24 found that those who are required to take driver’s education classes before obtaining a driver’s license are 27% less likely to be involved in a collision in their first two months on the road. Additionally, the researchers report that…
Read MoreMental Health Disorders May Contribute to Dementia Risk
A systematic review of data from ten studies identified the following mental disorders that may elevate an individual’s risk for dementia: anxiety disorder, bipolar disorder, depression, late-life depression, post-traumatic stress disorder, schizophrenia, and sleep disorder. Journal of Affective Disorders, June 2022
Read MoreSpinal Mobilization & Postural Exercises Reduce Headaches
Among a group of 72 cervicogenic headache patients, researchers observed that a four-week intervention that included posture corrective exercises and spinal mobilization therapy led to significant improvements in headache intensity, neck pain, and neck disability. Furthermore, the patients continued to report such benefits at a follow-up visit four weeks after the conclusion of care. Doctors…
Read MoreLifting Weights May Help Manage Hot Flashes and Night Sweats
For postmenopausal women who frequently experience moderate-to-severe vasomotor symptoms like hot flashes and night sweats, researchers report that engaging in resistance training three times a week for 15 weeks may result in significant improvements on menopause-specific health-related quality of life assessments. Climacteric, June 2022
Read MorePoor Diet Increases Diabetes Risk
Following an analysis of data from three studies that included nearly 36,000 health professionals, researchers report that, irrespective of genetic risk, a lower quality diet is associated with a 30% increased risk of type 2 diabetes. PLOS Medicine, April 2022
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