Chiropractic Medical Library Stories & Articles

Replacing a ruptured spinal disc in the neck with an artificial disc leads to results that are at least as good, and often better, than spinal fusion surgery, a recent study found. The study, which was published in the journal Spine, was done by... ( Read more about Artificial Disc Therapy Outperforms Spinal Fusion Surgery)

What is the Atlas?

The atlas is the top vertebra of the cervical spine. When the atlas become misaligned, it can compress and irritate the nerves and thus cause problems throughout... ( Read more about Atlasorthogonal)

There's a good chance you or someone you care about has suffered with back pain that lasts a long time. Back pain is the second leading symptom seen by doctors in the United States. Now, one might think a powerful group of pain medicines can... ( Read more about Back Pain: Causes and Treatments)

The incapacitating hand and wrist condition that accounts for 60 percent of work-related injuries is often treated surgically, but need not be in many cases, according to an Illinois chiropractor.

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor... ( Read more about Carpal Tunnel Syndrome and Chiropractic Care)

Stress, and the tension in the spine, nervous system, back and neck that it breeds, is rising like a tide in America today along with the economic woes afflicting the nation – and chiropractors are well positioned to tackle the... ( Read more about Chiropractic Can Relieve Rising Economy-Related Stress)

A recent report studies the case of a man with type 2 diabetes who underwent chiropractic care for a month and saw his blood and urine glucose levels return to normal. The report, published in the Journal of Vertebral Subluxation Research... ( Read more about Chiropractic Normalizes Diabetic's Sugar Levels)

When the wear and tear of life start to “get on our nerves,” it’s exactly our nerves that may be getting impacted. Stress bears down on the nervous system, and that in turn can create problems with headaches, backache, neck... ( Read more about Chiropractic Stress Management May Boost Overall Health)

Physical therapy and chiropractic care can often relieve the lower-back pain associated with problems of the sacroiliac joint. Some 40 percent of lower-back pain stems from sacroiliac joint issues. This joint is one of two - one on the left and... ( Read more about Chiropractic Targets Back Pain Caused by Sacroiliac)

Dr. Stephen B. Diccianni, DC Doctors Fifth Avenue Chiropractic Many people think that Chiropractic is only for your back. This misconception is easily understood; after all, chiropractors do work primarily on your back. However, chiropractic is... ( Read more about Chiropractic is great for low back pain, however ...)

Chiropractic care of the spine may stimulate nerve pathways to an area of the brain important to learning, resulting in enormous benefits to children with learning disabilities and dyslexia, according to a recent study. "This review critically... ( Read more about Chiropractic's Effect on Learning Disorders and Dyslexia)

As a youngster, Angela Benvenuto had a diving accident which severely damaged her spine. Her vertebrae became compressed in several different places. "I was writhing in pain for years and it was my chiropractor who suggested yoga would be... ( Read more about Core Strengthening and Back Pain)

By: Paul E. Eckstein, D.P.M., FACFAS The best orthotics are custom tailored devices specifically crafted to meet the needs of a particular individual. These are generally superior to the over the counter items sold in drug stores, catalogs or... ( Read more about Foot Orthotics)

A new study finds that habitual snoring in women is strongly tied to body mass index—a marker of fatness-- and age. Overall, 7.6 percent of women snore. The frequency of snoring reaches its peak in women ages 50 to 59. Frequent snoring was... ( Read more about Health Wrap:Snoring, Fetuses and Pain)

So have you noticed a fashion trend lately? No, we’re not talking about shoes or hair styles; the discussion is on accessories--specifically, hand bags. They’re getting bigger and bigger. Is that causing women to suffer more aches and pains?... ( Read more about Heavy Hand Bags and Back Pain)

Watching students carrying their backpacks on a college campus can be a chiropractor's nightmare, for much damage is in process to young backs that will show up years later in multiple back problems. "A lot of people are wearing their backpacks... ( Read more about How to Wear Backpacks Well)

A recent study of middle-aged and elderly patients showed that damage to the cushioning cartilage in the knee can often lead to osteoarthritis. The cartilage is known as the meniscus. Actually, there are two menisci, one on the inside of the knee... ( Read more about Knee Cartilage Damage Raises Osteoarthritis Risk)

In the midst of the debate on healthcare, it may be interesting to note to what extent the Federal government is changing its bureaucratic mindset about what is good medicine and healthcare. The evidence: The National Institute of Health's... ( Read more about NIH Endorses Alternative Therapies for Back Pain)

The number of American children receiving chiropractic care is steadily increasing, recent surveys have showed.
     
Since 1991, according to survey data released by the American Chiropractic Association, the... ( Read more about Number of Children Getting Chiropractic Care Increases)

What are Hip Fractures?

Hip Fracture is a fracture or a crack or break in the proximal end of the femur near where the bone meets the hip. The term Hip fracture is used to describe... ( Read more about Precautions for the elderly: Hip Fracture)

Have you been to a practitioner besides your family physician? Whether chiropractic care, acupuncture, yoga or homeopathy, Complementary and Alternative Medicine (CAM) has become increasingly common in the United States, and 72% of adults use some... ( Read more about Rapid Rise in "Complementary" Medical Services)

A Review in The Lancet reveals the importance of healthy lifestyle choices to reduce stressors related to cardiovascular risk factors. Researchers from John Hopkins Hospital in Baltimore examined records between 1990 to 2006. They observed how... ( Read more about Reducing Stress Lowers Risk of Cardiovascular Problems)

A new review of medical literature in the highly regarded Cochrane Library surprisingly casts doubt on the value of supplements and calcium-fortified foods to build stronger bones in kids! The review shows that supplementing the diet with... ( Read more about Reports on Herbs for lower back pain)

The Spine Force machine is the only device capable of stimulating the deep muscles of the spine. A groundbreaking device called the Spine Force has the potential to transform how we care for the muscles and structures in the lower back. LPG... ( Read more about Spine Force Machine for Herniated Discs)

A long-sought simple test to identify Lou Gehrig’s disease in its earliest stages may be in the offing with the discovery of high levels of several proteins in the spinal fluid of the disorder’s victims, a recent study published in... ( Read more about Test for Lou Gehrig's Disease Investigated)

Chiropractors the world over see their profession supported and given solidity by three “legs,” much like a three-legged stool – all three of which are necessary for it to be stable.
    The 3 Legs of the Chiropractic "Stool")

Poor posture is at the root of chronic tension headaches. An article written by holistic care author Doug Fogel explains how having a tight neck, shoulders, and upper back contribute to chronic tension headaches. He says the tension is caused... ( Read more about The Cause of Chronic Tension Headaches)

What is Carpal Tunnel Syndrome?

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome also called repetitive strain syndrome results when a nerve that supplies that hand called the median nerve becomes... ( Read more about Understanding Carpal Tunnel Syndrome)

What is Sciatica?

The sciatic nerves are the longest nerves in the body. They start in the lower spine, pass behind the hip joint and go down the buttock, down the back of the leg... ( Read more about Understanding Sciatica)

What is a Slipped Disc?

One of the most common injuries to the spine is slipped or a herniated disk. This condition may be extremely painful and may damage surrounding muscle and... ( Read more about Understanding Slipped Disc | Symptoms, Causes, Treatments)

New studies demonstrate that waiting may be the best alternative to back surgery. Approximately 1.5 million back surgeries are performed worldwide. These surgeries are performed to address painful problems associated with slipped or misaligned... ( Read more about Waiting May Reduce Need for Back Surgery)

A recent report by health provider BUPA has found that people's worries are damaging their health by causing sleepless nights, loss of sex drive, and erratic eating habits. The 2007 Worry Report demonstrates that almost one in five people... ( Read more about Worried Sick? There Might Be Some Truth There)