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Interviews with over 1,600 parents revealed that nearly all considered symptoms of apnea (snoring and/or gasping) among their children to be a problem, but most failed to share these concerns with their child’s healthcare provider. Researcher Dr. Kurt Lushington writes, “While there does need to be more education for parents on symptoms of sleep-disordered breathing—particularly…
Read MoreEczema is a group of skin conditions that causes red, itchy rashes that affects up to 20% of infants and about 3% of adults and children. To help prevent an eczema flare-up, WebMD recommends the following: moisturize your skin frequently, avoid sudden changes in temperature and humidity, avoid sweating or getting too hot, manage stress,…
Read MoreA review of past studies suggests that stress associated with adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) can negatively affect the gut microbiota, which may explain one pathway by which ACEs can affect one’s long-term health. Examples of ACEs include abuse (physical, sexual, emotional); neglect (physical, emotional); witnessing domestic violence, substance abuse, or mental illness in the household;…
Read MoreFor patients with shoulder impingement syndrome, new research shows that adding manual therapy to exercise therapy can lead to greater improvements in muscle function and self-reported disability. This treatment approach is often utilized by doctors of chiropractic in the management of shoulder impingement syndrome. Complementary Therapies in Clinical Practice, April 2021
Read MorePast research has shown that exercise can protect against depression. An analysis of data from the 2014, 2016, and 2018 Korea National Health and Nutrition Examination Surveys showed that including two or more types of exercise into one’s physical fitness routine can offer even more protection from depressive symptoms. Scientific Reports, August 2021
Read MoreThe Mediterranean diet is an eating pattern focused on eating fruits, vegetables, nuts, fish, olive oil, and whole grains while avoiding red and processed meats, dairy, saturated fats, and refined sugars. The current research notes that greater adherence to the Mediterranean diet may reduce the risk for both depression and neurodegenerative disease. Nutrients, June 2021
Read MoreUsing data from the Nurses’ Health Study I and II, researchers report that a high intake of added sugar is associated with an increased risk for breast cancer, and a diet characterized by less added sugar and more servings of fruit and vegetables is linked to a lower risk for the disease. European Journal of…
Read MoreTinea cruris, otherwise known as jock itch, is a fungal infection that can cause a red and itchy rash in warm and moist areas of the body, such as the groin. To prevent jock itch, the Mayo Clinic recommends the following: keep your groin area dry after exercise or showering; wear clean clothes that don’t…
Read MoreNew research suggests that 5% of dementia cases occur in individuals under age 65 with 119 cases of early-onset dementia occurring for every 100,000 people globally. Researcher Dr. Stevie Hendriks adds, “We see that the first symptoms in young people are usually not the symptoms you would expect when you think of dementia… Instead of…
Read MoreAmong a group of 50 migraine patients, those treated with manual therapy once a week for four weeks experienced greater improvements in pain intensity, migraine disability, and quality of life than participants provided with a placebo/sham treatment. Doctors of chiropractic employ a variety of manual therapy techniques to treat patients with migraines and other types…
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