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Loss of bladder control is called urinary incontinence (UI). It is a common condition that becomes more prominent with age. Common causes include weakened and stretched pelvic muscles in women following childbirth; certain medications; being overweight or obese, which increases pressure on the bladder and related muscles; urinary tract infection; vascular disease; and diseases such…
Read MoreThoracic spinal manipulation may improve pulmonary function in stroke patients. In this study, researchers tested the pulmonary function of 36 stroke patients before and after they received either a thoracic spinal adjustment or a sham treatment. The participants in the thoracic manipulation group experienced significant improvements in forced vital capacity and forced expiratory volume at…
Read MoreLiving a sedentary lifestyle has put more than one-quarter of adults worldwide at risk for serious disease. Current guidelines call for at least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity physical activity or 75 minutes of vigorous-intensity physical activity per week. Based on an analysis of survey data, researchers report that nearly one-third of women and one-quarter of…
Read MoreIn this study, researchers found that consuming camu camu—a fruit native to the Amazon— improved glucose tolerance and insulin sensitivity and reduced blood endotoxins and metabolic inflammation in mice that were fed a high-sugar, high-fat diet. The findings suggest that camu camu phytochemicals may play a role in the fight against obesity and metabolic disease,…
Read MoreThree variants of the multidrug-resistant Staphylococcus epidermidis bacteria have been discovered in samples from 78 hospitals in ten countries. It is suspected that the superbug is spreading rapidly due to the high use of antibiotics in intensive care units, where patients are routinely prescribed strong drugs. Researcher Dr. Ben Howden adds, “This highlights that the…
Read MoreUsing data from 35 studies published between 2000 and 2017, researchers estimate that nearly one in four (23.7%) adults with autism spectrum disorder currently have depression while 27% suffer from an anxiety disorder. Psychological Medicine, September 2018
Read MoreDiabetics who maintain healthy vitamin D levels have a reduced risk for painful peripheral neuropathy. This suggests that strategies to improve vitamin D levels (getting more sun exposure, eating more vitamin D-rich foods, taking a supplement) should be incorporated into the diabetes management process. Diabetes Medicine, August 2018
Read MoreWork-related neck disorders are common among office workers. In a new study, researchers assessed the relationship between moderate work-related neck disorders and head posture, stiffness, and pain thresholds of the neck muscles in 16 office workers with work-related neck pain and 16 asymptomatic office workers. They discovered that female office workers with work-related neck pain…
Read MoreHere are fifteen reasons to consider taking up swimming a form of exercise: it’s a whole-body workout, it builds cardiovascular strength, it’s suitable for people of all ages and fitness levels, it’s a great skill to have, it’s beneficial for people with injuries, it’s good for people with disabilities, it can help those with asthma,…
Read MoreCommon medications taken during pregnancy to prevent epileptic seizures can increase the risk of language delays in children, but a new study that included data from over 100,000 participants suggests that taking a folic acid supplement can cut that risk by up to 66%. Researcher Dr. Elisabeth Synnove Nilsen Husebye writes, “These results are important…
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