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With the aid of the Cardiac Arrest Pursuit Trial with Unique Registry and Epidemiologic Surveillance database, researchers calculate that obstructive sleep apnea increases the risk for sudden cardiac arrest in individuals without coronary artery disease by 62%. Yonsei Medical Journal, January 2023
Read MoreAs temperatures drop, the more obvious signs of dehydration may be less apparent. The Baylor College of Medicine notes the following are signs of dehydration in cold weather: headache; cracked lips; dry skin and mouth; fatigue; dizziness and/or light headedness; difficulty concentrating; and less frequent urination and darker urine color. Baylor College of Medicine, December…
Read MoreUsing data from the UK Biobank study, researchers report that type 2 diabetes diagnosis before age 50 can double an individual’s risk for dementia. The research team notes that type 1 diabetics also have a similar increased risk for the degenerative neurological condition. Diabetic Medicine, February 2023
Read MoreIn this study, researchers observed that patients under treatment for osteoarthritis of the knee with co-occurring lumbar spinal stenosis experienced slower improvement with respect to knee pain than participants without a lumbar spine condition. The findings highlight the importance of examining the whole patient to identify issues outside the area of chief complaint that may…
Read MoreThe American Council on Exercise notes that concentration curls may be the best exercise for building the biceps as it isolates the bicep muscle more than other common exercises such as cable curls, barbell curls, chin-ups, EZ curls, incline curls, and preacher curls. To perform a concentration curl, sit with the upper arm pressed against…
Read MorePreeclampsia 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. Researchers report that participants in the Nulliparous Pregnancy Outcomes Study who closely adhered to the Mediterranean diet—an eating pattern rich in fruits, vegetables,…
Read MoreFor individuals with both asthma and obstructive sleep apnea, a recent study found that treatment with a continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) device led to patient-reported improvements in asthma symptoms in 51.5% of participants. Sleep Medicine, January 2023
Read MoreTo improve road safety, Safe Kids Worldwide recommends that teen drivers avoid the following dangerous driving habits: not wearing seat belts, texting while driving, riding with two or more teenage passengers, drinking and driving, driving at night, and speeding. Safe Kids Worldwide, November 2022
Read MoreGamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA) is responsible for inhibiting the excitability of brain cells and balancing the neuronal activity required for healthy brain function. With the aid of state-of-the-art neuroimaging, researchers observed that GABA levels are lower in children, which may help to explain why kids can learn new concepts faster than adults. Current Biology, November 2022
Read MoreA systematic review and meta-analysis of data from 119 studies concluded that a combination of active and/or passive non-pharmacological interventions— such as those provided by a doctor of chiropractic—is an effective approach for the management of non-specific chronic neck pain. Journal of Physical Therapy, October 2022
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