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Chiropractic More Effective Than Drugs for Back Pain, Study Shows

April 3, 2013

Got an achy back? You're better off going to a chiropractor than popping another pain pill, suggests the results of a new study. The study, published in the medical journal Spine, shows that that chiropractic adjustments are more effective than a drug for easing back pain. To compare the efficacy of drugs and chiropractic, researchers tested the effects of spinal adjustments and a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug called diclofenac. They divided 38 patients with acute back pain into three treatment groups.

Physicians Often Unaware that Patients Use Alternative Care

April 2, 2013

According to new research, many cardiology patients make use of complementary medicines and therapies (CAM treatments). However, they rarely share this information with their doctor. The research was based on a survey of 116 cardiology patients at a Scotland outpatient clinic undertaken by Jenny Jones, PhD, and colleagues at the University of Stirling.

Video: Chiropractic Helps Kids with Chronic Conditions

April 1, 2013

New research suggests that more families are turning to chiropractic to help their children improve their health. A recent study from the journal Pediatrics surveyed 900 parents of children with various chronic conditions. In one group of parents, 71% of children had received some form of alternative therapy like chiropractic.

Is the Brain to Blame for Migraine?

April 1, 2013

According to a new study, people who have migraines may have structural differences in parts of the brain associated with pain. It is speculated these structural differences may make people more vulnerable to migraines. Using MRI scans, the researchers discovered that certain sections of the brain relating to pain processing had a thinner cortex, or outer layer, in people suffering from migraines.

Chiropractic Cures Vertigo Dizziness

March 29, 2013

Vertigo is dizziness caused by the inaccurate perception of motion resulting from dysfunction of the vestibular system. Often, it is associated with balance disorders, and causes difficulties standing or walking, along with nausea and other symptoms.

Congress May Expand Chiropractic Coverage for Veterans

March 28, 2013

New legislation has been introduced in Congress that could expand insurance coverage of chiropractic care for military personnel. The "Chiropractic Care Available to All Veterans Act" would require the Department of Veterans Affairs to include a chiropractor on staff at its major medical facilities by 2016. Another bill, "Chiropractic Health Parity for Military Beneficiaries Act," would extend coverage of chiropractic to military retirees, dependents, and survivors.

Case Study Highlights Chiropractic for ADHD

March 28, 2013

Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a common childhood condition with symptoms such as impulsivity, hyperactivity, inattentiveness, and distractibility. Treatment options are varied, including medication and complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) options.

Spine Surgery Complications: Patient Vs. Doctor Perspective

March 27, 2013

"How are you feeling?" It is a question that doctors ask in exam rooms every day. After surgery, patients are often asked to assess the success of the operation, and help alert their doctors if something is wrong.

MRI Unreliable For Diagnosing Sciatica

March 27, 2013

Sciatica is a relatively common medical condition, affecting an estimated 13-40% of people during their lifetime. The most common cause is a herniated disc.

Exercise for Kids May Strengthen Bones Later in Life

March 26, 2013

Previous research has shown the many benefits of daily exercise for kids, including fighting obesity, better sleep, and preventing stress. New research suggests another benefit of exercise in the growing years: Bone strength in old age. Findings from a study in Skane University Hospital in Malmo, Sweden, involved over 800 children who participated in at least 40 minutes of physical activity every day at school.