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Tree Bark Found to Improve Osteoarthritis Symptoms Story

Tree Bark Found to Improve Osteoarthritis Symptoms

Osteoarthritis of the knee affects millions and is one of the five leading causes of disability among the elderly. A recent study published in the journal Nutrition Research reveals Pycnogenol, an antioxidant plant extract from the bark of the French maritime pine tree, improved physical function by 52 percent in cases of patients suffering from osteoarthritis. The condition develops due to the gradual loss of cartilage elasticity that leads to it hardening and beginning to crack. As a result, the cartilege is more prone to damage and erosion by use or injury and often leads to pain, swelling, a decrease in joint motion, stiffness, or the formation of bone spurs. Current treatments include regular exercise and pain relievers such as NSAIDS and COX-2 inhibitor pills to relieve pain and stiffness. In severe cases, cortisone shots can decrease inflammation in the joint and extreme cases include joint replacement operations. (Read more about Tree Bark Found to Improve Osteoarthritis Symptoms)

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Worried Sick? There Might Be Some Truth There Story

Worried Sick? There Might Be Some Truth There

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 constantly worry about numerous things, and more than half feel they worry more now than five years ago. Half of the people surveyed this year, which is 6% more than in 2006, claimed they were more worried about their health and their family's health than about other concerning issues such as climate change or terrorist attacks. The survey finds that almost three quarters of people worry, but around 19% admit to worrying all the time or about a number of things. (Read more about Worried Sick? There Might Be Some Truth There)

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Physiotherapy Shows Benefits Following Knee Replacement Surgery Story

Physiotherapy Shows Benefits Following Knee Replacement Surgery

According to a recent study published on bmj.com, physiotherapy can improve the daily lives of osteoarthritis patients who have undergone knee replacement surgery. Osteoarthritis is the most common type of disability found in oler people, so total knee replacement surgery is a routinely performed procedure. Since some patients continue to experience problems with everyday tasks shortly after surgery, researchers reviewed data to determine if short term physiotherapy is an effective solution. (Read more about Physiotherapy Shows Benefits Following Knee Replacement Surgery)

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Reducing Stress Lowers Risk of Cardiovascular Problems Story

Reducing Stress Lowers Risk of Cardiovascular Problems

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 stress affects the sympathetic nervous system, impacts physiology, and the effect it has on the cardiovascular system. Lead author, Daniel Brotman, claims "Acute physical stressors such as sugery, trauma, and intense physical exertion are well known triggers of cardiovascular events. Emotional stressors are increasingly recognized as precipitants of such events." (Read more about Reducing Stress Lowers Risk of Cardiovascular Problems)

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Spinal Decompression for Lower Back Pain Story

Spinal Decompression for Lower Back Pain

Spinal Decompression provides an alternative to surgery in many cases of lower back pain caused by herniated discs.

A herniated disc is a condition of the disc. The disc a jelly-like material between two bones in your spine. There is a middle section called a nucleus and an outer band called an annulus. As we age the outer band, or the annulus, which is a collagen based tissue, begins to break down. The nucleus, which is in the middle, migrates outside and puts pressure on the spinal nerve causing either pain or dysfunction. (Read more about Spinal Decompression for Lower Back Pain)

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HEALTHWRAP SECOND HAND SMOKERS

According to new research out of the American Heart Association, exposure to secondhand smoke results in a disproportionate rise in markers that increase the risk of cardiovascular disease.

Rather than relying on participants’ self-reporting of exposure to secondhand smoke, researchers measured the level of cotinine in the participants’ blood. (Read more about HEALTHWRAP SECOND HAND SMOKERS)

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FDA Drug Approval Conflicts of Interest Story

FDA Drug Approval Conflicts of Interest

Here in America, the medications which your doctor prescribes, and which your pharmacist dispenses are carefully studied: going through not one, not two, but three phases of clinical trials usually at multiple medical centers.

The process involves typically thousands of patients over a course of years.

The food and drug administration often decides to approve a medication based on the recommendation of an advisory committee composed of outside scientific experts.

But according to new research in the Journal of the American Medical Association, after all the careful data collection, that near-final step of approval is frequently put into the hands of those with close ties or a financial investment in the company making the drug, and in the opinion of some, de-legitimizing the entire drug approval process. (Read more about FDA Drug Approval Conflicts of Interest)

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Health Wrap: Reports on Snoring, Fetuses and Pain, Forgetfulness and Baseball Story

Health Wrap: Reports on Snoring, Fetuses and Pain, Forgetfulness and Baseball

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 found to increase with alcohol dependence, smoking and physical inactivity.
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ACUPUNCTURE FOR KNEE OSTEOARTHRITIS Story

ACUPUNCTURE FOR KNEE OSTEOARTHRITIS

If you’ve tried all the pain medicines, the heat packs, and you still have aching knees, there’s new evidence that acupuncture might help with your osteoarthritis.
Osteoarthritis is the most common form of joint disease, and the most common location for osteoarthritis is, in fact, the knee. And with our aging baby boomers, more and more of us are going to have to deal with this problem, which is hardly insignificant. (Read more about ACUPUNCTURE FOR KNEE OSTEOARTHRITIS)

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Hip Fracture Story

Hip Fracture

1 in 4 people will ultimately die from complications caused by a hip fracture. Each year in the United States, there are 350,000 hip fractures. (Read more about Hip Fracture)

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Back Pain Treatment Fairfield, CT

Dr. Associates in Family Chiropractic & Natural Health Care, P.C.

Dr. Associates in Family Chiropractic & Natural Health Care, P.C.

Associates in Family Chiropractic & Natural Health Care, P.C.
156 East Avenue
Norwalk, CT 06851
Call (203) 242-0165

Is constant back pain making day-to-day activities a nightmare? Are you tired of having to rely on painkillers just to get through the work day? If chronic or acute back condition is causing you constant pain and discomfort, its time to get real treatment. Associates in Family Chiropractic offer the best conservative, non-surgical treatments to those suffering in the Fairfield, CT area. At the practice Dr. Risa Sloves, DC and Dr. Mark Joachim, DC work together to offer patents comprehensive chiropractic services.

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Scoliosis Fairfield County, CT

Dr. Associates in Family Chiropractic & Natural Health Care, P.C.

Dr. Associates in Family Chiropractic & Natural Health Care, P.C.

Associates in Family Chiropractic & Natural Health Care, P.C.
156 East Avenue
Norwalk, CT 06851
Call (203) 242-0165

The effects of scoliosis can leave sufferers ashamed and in pain if left untreated. Seek expert relief from a specialist. Located in Scoliosis Fairfield County, CT at Associates in Family Chiropractic, Dr. Risa Sloves, DC has been providing treatment for scoliosis for sixteen years.

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Neck Pain Ossining, New York

 ExtenTrac Certified Practices

ExtenTrac Certified Practices

ExtenTrac Certified Practices
Serving
Westchester County Area, NY 10605
Call 212-697-3500

Neck pain can be a result of Muscle strains, Worn joints, Disc disorders, or injuries. Neck pain can also be a result of poor posture, narrowed disk space, or pinched nerves. It doesn't matter how or what happened that caused the neck pain, the important thing is something should be done to end your neck pain. In Ossining, New York, one of the most effective choices is a non-surgical treatment by the name of ExtenTrac.

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Carpal Tunnel Syndrome White Plains New York

Dr. Jonathan Donath

Dr. Jonathan Donath

Joint Effort Chiropractic
1241 Mamaroneck Ave
White Plains, NY 10605
Call 914-908-5562

Severe pain induced by carpal tunnel syndrome can truly complicate your everyday life. It can present numerous challenges that you never encountered prior to your condition. For instance, simply walking or standing up can feel like an intolerable chore, making it hard for you to fulfill everyday demands and lead a normal life. However, with individualized chiropractic care provided by Dr. Jonathan Donath, DC, MS at Joint Effort Chiropractic in White Plains, New York, you can be sure that your journey towards recovery is a pleasant and effective one.

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Severe Pain Management Orlando, Florida

Dr. Matt Mountain

Dr. Matt Mountain

MUA Pain Management Center of Orlando
132 Benmore Drive
Winter Park, FL 32792
Call 888-232-8152

Severe pain requires serious pain management. Manipulation Under Anesthesia (MUA) Pain Management Center of Orlando is made up of medical professionals committed to not only relieving pain but also riding suffers of their causes. Dr. Matthew T. Mountain, DC, the Medical Director of MUA, serves the Orlando, Florida area with advanced techniques and state of the art technology.

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Relief from Back Pain Chiropractic Doctor Bergen County, New Jersey

Dr. David Podell, DC

Dr. David Podell, DC

Waterfront Institute for Spine and Joint Rehabilitation
115 River Rd, Bld 10
Edgewater, NJ 07020
Call (888) 319-4510

Are you suffering from back pain? Is sitting, walking or running painful for you? If you can't find relief, you should consider seeing Dr. David Podell, DC of the Waterfront Institute. The office is located in Bergen County and has provided all of their patients with quality care. Many patients visit Dr. Podell and feel better within just a few visits.

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Chronic Lower Back Pain Orlando, FL

Dr. Matt Mountain

Dr. Matt Mountain

MUA Pain Management Center of Orlando
132 Benmore Drive
Winter Park, FL 32792
Call 888-232-8152

Chronic Lower Back Pain can be extremely painful and very limiting. However, an alternative to the shortcomings of traditional medicine exists at the MUA Pain Management Center of Orlando, in Orlando, FL, where Dr. Matthew T. Mountain, DC, uses the Wellness Approach to give each and every patient a complete range of care. Dr. Mountain works alongside a team of certified professionals every step of the way to most effectively treat your Chronic Lower Back Pain.

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Spinal Decompression in Austin TX

 Austin Chiropractic Center

Austin Chiropractic Center

Austin Chiropractic Center
6800 West Gate Blvd, Ste 117
Austin, Texas 78745
Call 512-371-6936

If chronic back pain or any other conditions alike is the cause for your decrease of satisfaction in life, contact the Austin Chiropractic Center in Austin, Texas and ask if their spinal decompression treatment is a suitable option to help your pain go away

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Pain Management Orlando, FL

Dr. Matt Mountain

Dr. Matt Mountain

MUA Pain Management Center of Orlando
132 Benmore Drive
Winter Park, FL 32792
Call 888-232-8152

If you are experiencing aches and discomforts that are limiting your life on any level, you need to seek help from experienced professionals who are experienced and skilled in Pain Management. If you live in or around Orlando, FL, Dr. Matthew T. Mountain, DC, is the professional more and more satisfied patients have put their faith in for safe and effective pain management. He operates alongside a friendly staff at the MUA Pain Management Center of Orlando and will be sure to give you personalized care every step of the way throughout your treatment.

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Fibromyalgia Jupiter, Palm Beach County

Dr. Louis Miller

Dr. Louis Miller

Advanced Pain Relief Center of South Florida
6133 Lake Worth Road
Lake Worth, FL 33463
Call (888) 245-0860

Have you been living with muscle or joint pain and want it to stop? Are you feeling low in energy and can't sleep? You sound like you have the symptoms of Fibromyalgia which can ruin your daily life. Dr. Louis Miller, based in Jupiter, Palm Beach County is a professional and licensed nutritionist who can help to treat the pain using his holistic therapy methods.

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Dr. Jonathan Donath

Dr. Jonathan Donath

Dr. Jonathan Donath

Westchester Spinal Decompression Center
1241 Mamaroneck Ave
White Plains, NY 10605
Call 914-908-5562

If you have back pain, getting out of bed in the morning may be difficult for you. You may have heard that chiropractic doctors can help, but you're not sure where to look in the New York area. Dr. Jonathan Donath at Full Circle Family Care in White Plains, New York offers a full range of services to those suffering from conditions such as back pain or Fibromyalgia. These largely non invasive techniques have enabled many patients to live without back pain.

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Physical Therapy San Diego

 South Coast Spine Center

South Coast Spine Center

South Coast Spine Center
180 Otay Lakes Road, Suite 200
Bonita, CA 91902
Call 619-342-1270

Are you seeking rehabilitation or physical therapy for an injury? The South Coast Spine Center in San Diego, CA offers a complete spinal rehabilitation and physical therapy program like no other in the area. The program combines high tech equipment with effective and proven methods.

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Severe Neck Pain Treatment Orlando, Florida

Dr. Matt Mountain

Dr. Matt Mountain

MUA Pain Management Center of Orlando
132 Benmore Drive
Winter Park, FL 32792
Call 888-232-8152

If you are among the growing number of Americans that suffer from Severe Neck Pain and are looking for an alternative to the shortcomings of traditional care, it is important that you turn to a professional with years of experience and the most innovative noninvasive technology. In Orlando, Florida, Dr. Matthew T. Mountain, DC, has helped a growing number of individuals ease their pain while increasing their functionality with effective severe neck pain treatment. He operates alongside a talented staff at the MUA Pain Management Center of Orlando and will work with you every step of the way in order to give you the personal care that you deserve.

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Chiropractor San Diego

 South Coast Spine Center

South Coast Spine Center

South Coast Spine Center
180 Otay Lakes Road, Suite 200
San Diego, CA 91902
Call 619-342-1270

Are you seeking a chiropractor who values giving individualized attention to each patient? As a full-time clinician at the South Coast Spine Center in San Diego, Dr. Bruce Bell, DC, QME treats patients with respect, spending time with each individual to choose the most effective treatment plan.

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Chronic Neck Pain Deltona, FL

Dr. Matt Mountain

Dr. Matt Mountain

MUA Pain Management Center of Orlando
132 Benmore Drive
Winter Park, FL 32792
Call 888-232-8152

Chronic neck pain isn't just a stiff neck. It involves pain and discomfort that can impact your lifestyle and obstruct your daily routine. At the MUA Pain Management Center of Orlando, located in Deltona, FL, Dr. Matthew T. Mountain, DC uses his years of training to provide effective treatment for chronic neck pain.

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MUA Chiropractor Orlando, FL

Dr. Matt Mountain

Dr. Matt Mountain

MUA Pain Management Center of Orlando
132 Benmore Drive
Winter Park, FL 32792
Call 888-232-8152

An individual's health can greatly affect their quality of life and lifestyle. As the body ages and activities take their toll on the muscles, tendons, ligaments and bones of the body, pain serves as an indicator that something is wrong. Pain is commonly treated by chiropractors, massage therapists, Acupuncturists and so forth. At the MUA Pain Management Center of Orlando, Dr. Matthew T. Mountain, DC treats pain using Manipulation Under Anesthesia (MUA) and develops comprehensive treatment plans to correct the conditions causing pain.

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Dolor Crónico de Espalda Midtown Manhattan

Dr. Howard Goodman, DC

Dr. Howard Goodman, DC

Herniated Disc Center
15 Park Avenue (Btw 34-35th St)
New York City, NY 10016
Call (888) 292-7798

Para el dolor crónico de espalda, su respuesta es Spine Force. El Dr. Howard Goodman en New York City le proporciona alivio a su dolor crónico con un cuidado quiropráctico especializado. El Dr. Goodman ofrece en su práctica una estabilización central exclusiva y altos protocolos de revitalización para asegurar que los pacientes permanezcan saludables después del tratamiento.

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Lumbar Pain/ Lumbar Decompression San Diego

 South Coast Spine Center

South Coast Spine Center

South Coast Spine Center
180 Otay Lakes Road, Suite 200
Bonita, CA 91902
Call 619-342-1270

Have you suffered from lumbar pain for far too long? The South Coast Spine Center in San Diego, CA has helped hundreds get relief from lower back pain with decompression therapy. The center provides effective yet noninvasive treatment options for back pain utilizing state of the art medical equipment.

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Back Pain Rosedale, Westchester NY

Dr. Jonathan Donath

Dr. Jonathan Donath

Westchester Spinal Decompression Center
1241 Mamaroneck Ave
White Plains, NY 10605
Call 914-908-5562

Back Pain affects millions of people every year, but don't let it stop you from living your life. At the Westchester Spinal Decompression Center located in Rosedale, Westchester, NY, Dr. Jonathan Donath, DC treats his patients using advanced and effective techniques.

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Alternative Medicine Fairfield, CT

 Associates in Family Chiropractic & Natural Health Care, P.C.

Associates in Family Chiropractic & Natural Health Care, P.C.

Associates in Family Chiropractic & Natural Health Care, P.C.
156 East Avenue
Norwalk, CT 06851
Call (203) 242-0165

Are you tired of having to rely on over-the-counter drugs to fight pain and sickness? At Associates in Family Chiropractic & Natural Health Care they believe that there is a better way to fight then a subscription to chemical pharmaceuticals. By combining chiropractic care, alternative medicine and the best natural treatments, Dr. Risa Sloves and her husband, Dr. Mark Joachim offer those in the Fairfield, Ct area with an natural option to keep healthy. If you or your loved ones are searching for quality alternative care, contact Family Chiropractic today.

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