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An analysis of data from the Women from the Objective Physical Activity and Cardiovascular Health concerning 5,638 older women found that sitting for eleven or more hours during the day can elevate the risk for cardiovascular disease over the next five years by up to 34%. Circulation, February 2019
Read MoreBased on MRI scans of the brains of over 12,000 middle age and older adults, researchers have identified an association between higher amounts of body fat and reduced volume of gray matter in certain areas of the brain. Though researchers are unsure of the nature of this relationship, they say it’s possible that unhealthy nutrition…
Read MoreQuestionnaires completed by 9,299 seniors revealed that those with musculoskeletal (MSK) pain were more likely to be socially isolated than their peers without MSK pain. British Journal of Pain, May 2019
Read MoreAmong a group of 43 patients with cervical radiculopathy, those treated with thoracic spinal manipulation experienced improvements in pain, function, cervical range of motion, and deep neck flexor endurance that were not experienced by participants who received a sham treatment. Doctors of chiropractic often utilize spinal manipulation in the management of patients with cervical radiculopathy.…
Read MoreFollowing their analysis of data from 76 published studies, researchers report that women who exercise during pregnancy have a reduced risk for excessive gestational weight gain, gestational diabetes, and symptoms of postpartum depression. Medicine and Science in Sports and Exercise, June 2019
Read MoreResearchers tracked the health of over 6,500 Americans for about 20 years and found that people who said they never had breakfast had an 87% higher risk of death from heart-related causes than those who always ate breakfast. Journal of the American College of Cardiology, April 2019
Read MoreThe Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has slapped a tough new warning label on prescription medications such as Zolpidem, Eszopiclone, and Zaleplon. The move was in response to 66 cases of patients engaging in dangerous behaviors due to daytime drowsiness the day after use, of which a third resulted in fatalities related to carbon monoxide…
Read MoreA worldwide poll conducted last year revealed that about 55% of Americans said they felt stressed the day before, compared to just 35% in other countries, and nearly 45% of Americans felt worry the day before, compared to 39% worldwide. Gallup, April 2019
Read MoreBleeding gums can be a sign of many conditions, from plaque buildup to gum disease. To treat bleeding gums, MedlinePlus recommends the following: visit your dentist every six months; follow your dentist’s homecare instructions; brush and floss your teeth twice daily; avoid using mouthwashes that contain alcohol; and follow a balanced, healthy diet. MedlinePlus, April…
Read MoreExaminations of 73 children and adolescents with a history of concussion found that 90% had impairments in at least three of five assessment categories: posture, myofascial impairment, joint mobility, muscle strength, and joint proprioception. The study findings reveal a high prevalence of cervical spine impairments in children and teens with a history of mild-traumatic brain…
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