Many of us have experienced ongoing neck troubles at some point during our lives. Looking at human anatomy, it’s no wonder pain strikes us so often in this vulnerable area. While the neck structure gives us an amazing range of movement with which to see our environment, it also leaves us prone to injury of the muscles, ligaments, tendons and joints. But by making regular visits to the chiropractor, paying attention to posture and doing regular stretching and strengthening exercises, our necks can be pain-free.

Moderate and acute neck pain is one of the most frequent reasons for trips to primary care doctors, prompting millions of visits every year. For patients, it can be a difficult problem to navigate. In some cases the pain and stiffness crop up without explanation, and treatment options are varied.

A new study published this month in the Annals of Internal Medicine (an academic journal published by the American College of Physicians) finds chiropractic treatment and exercise more effective at relieving neck pain than pain medication. This is exciting and ground breaking research as it reinforces the use of conservative care… continue reading

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FORT PIERCE — Dr. Daniel Rukeyser of Vital Chiropractic Wellness Center says many Treasure Coast residents made a resolution to start 2012 with running as one of their fitness regimens. Rukeyser says if you make that resolution, remain healthy by following some basic running tips.

“Running, whether a 5-K, 10-K, marathon, half-marathon, or part of a triathlon requires some basic attention to detail to make sure you are safe and progress as a runner,” said Rukeyser. “There are many tips and books you may read, or you can consult your favorite running or fitness store for guidance. The bottom line is to have fun, stay fit, and become healthier for 2012.”

10 Tips from running experts include the following.

1. See the bigger picture

Don’t ignore the rest of your body. Running doesn’t just require strong legs and a good pair of lungs. To hold your body in the right running posture over the distance requires strong core stability. Mix some varied functional-movement workout sessions into your fitness regimen. A session should include press-ups, crunches, jump squats, burpees, reverse curls, split jumps and running on the spot with high knees. Check out… continue reading

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January 24, 2012 — Each year DCs and CAs from around the globe travel to Las Vegas for the largest chiropractic seminar in the world — Parker Seminars Las Vegas.

This past week, more than 5,300 Parker Seminar attendees flocked to the fresh and exciting line-up of courses designed to improve chiropractors, chiropractic assistants, and chiropractic students.

The seminar included innovative developmental tracks that provided guidance through specific challenges and promoted progress based on the length of time the attendee has been in the chiropractic profession.

Courses ranged from topics on “Positioning Yourself as a Community Expert” to improving your patient centered care delivery, and living the chiropractic philosophy lifestyle.  In addition, business topics were offered including “What Every Chiropractor Needs to Know about Asset Protection, Tax Reduction, and Estate Planning”.

“Attending Parker Seminars as a doctor of chiropractic for the first time has been truly awakening,” said Dr. Lee R. Hardin. “I came here with high expectations and I’m leaving with every one of them met. I also came here with the title of doctor of chiropractic and am leaving as a true chiropractor, empowered to teach chiropractic.”

Many of the classes offered continuing… continue reading

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While Nassau County has been mostly devoid of snowfall this winter, temperatures have dropped of late, leading weather-savvy residents to believe that the first snowfall of 2012 may be coming sooner rather than later.

And when that day comes, South Shore residents will be left with the grueling task of shoveling snow off their stoops, sidewalks and driveways. Determined to finish the task as quickly as possible, many people ignore proper shoveling techniques, leading to muscle strain and back pain. Fortunately, local chiropractors are offering tips on how to avoid discomfort while shoveling snow.

Richard Seibert, a Merrick chiropractor with a practice on Merrick Avenue, said that while most individuals tend to exercise their extremities, such as arms and legs, on a regular basis, they might forget to exercise their cores, especially their backs, which is the part of the body that becomes most affected while shoveling snow.

“So when you go to call on [little-used muscle groups], they may not be there to serve you,” said Seibert. “What happens is the vertebrae sub-block, they pinch nerve roots, can compress discs, and that leads to really painful low-back conditions.”

Another tip, said Dana Weissman Timmins, a Bellmore chiropractor with an office on Bedford Avenue., is to remember… continue reading

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Boyce Callahan is back — and he’s ready to get things movin’.

The Anniston native and chiropractor by day is due to digitally release his third album, Movin On, Jan. 24 and will begin touring with the band Jackson Station later this year.

Getting married, starting a family, receiving a doctorate in chiropractic medicine in 2008 from Life University in Georgia, and later practicing with his father would be enough for some to write off their dreams, but not Callahan, who also built his own studio and also took the time to train himself on music engineering via online classes through Berklee School of Music.

After two years in the doctor’s office (where he practices with his father, Boyce Callahan Jr.), he headed back into the studio and began work on his third effort, playing music that is best classified as “alternative or pop country,” with splashes of jazz, Americana, folk and rock. “I feel like there is a little something for everyone,” he says in an email. The husband and soon-to-be father of four talked with The Star about his melodic beginnings, hitting his creative stride, and the one secret he kept from his… continue reading

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I’d spent the September weekend playing two doubles tennis matches. When I went back to work on Monday, my left knee locked up and hurt when I got up from my desk.

Walking down stairs brought on the same symptoms.

The pain was mild and brief, but bothersome, nonetheless. I’d never had a sports injury in 35 years of playing tennis and had been proud of that fact.

I also enjoy the exercise and social networking benefits of tennis too much to live without it.

So when the knee stiffness remained after two weeks, I visited my primary care doctor, who looked at my knee and ordered an MRI.

My journey to find a diagnosis and an effective treatment for joint pain is one shared by millions of aging Americans.

So many people — many of them baby boomers like me — are developing problems with their knees, hips and shoulders that hospital systems all over Michigan are hosting frequent, free classes to teach people about their options.

An estimated 26.9 million Americans had osteoarthritis in 2005, up from 21 million in 1990, according to… continue reading

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(Reuters) – A year after back surgery almost entirely wiped out his 2011 campaign, pain-free Canadian Graham DeLaet made a near-perfect start to his 2012 season in Thursday’s opening round of the Sony Open in Hawaii.

The 29-year-old from Saskatchewan took advantage of surprisingly benign conditions at Waialae Country Club in Honolulu, firing a seven-under-par 63 to surge into a two-shot lead.

DeLaet, who competed in only four events last year, recorded six birdies, a chip-in for eagle and a lone bogey to set a sizzling pace in the PGA Tour’s first full-field event of the season.

“I’m just so excited to be back out,” a smiling DeLaet told reporters. “Just being in Hawaii, period, is a great way to start the year and to come out and fire a nice round in the opening round was great.”

South Korean KJ Choi, the 2008 Sony Open champion who has always enjoyed playing at Waialae, carded a 65 to finish level with Swede Carl Pettersson and American Kyle Reifers.

American world number five Steve Stricker, who clinched the PGA Tour’s season-opening… continue reading

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SALT LAKE CITY — It often starts small but can grow to the point of being a real pain in the back, keeping a person from normal function and enjoying everyday activity.

But back pain can be treated.

“Back and neck pain affects nearly everyone at some point in their lives,” said Dr. Scott Swasey, a specialist with Intermountain Medical Center’s Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Clinic.

Swasey said prompt and appropriate treatment may be key to avoiding chronic, long-term and debilitating pain.

“Once pain becomes chronic, it is difficult to diagnose,” he said, adding that he recommends people see a physician as soon as the pain “keeps a person from doing what they do every day.”

Swasey, along with Brad Dalton, a physical therapist with Intermountain WorkMed, will take questions from the general public about back pain and available treatment options during Saturday’s Deseret News/Intermountain Healthcare Hotline. From 10 a.m. until noon, anyone can call 800-925-8177 or post questions on the Deseret News’ Facebook page.

At Intermountain’s Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Clinic, treatment is offered in a multidisciplinary approach, involving… continue reading

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December 8, 2011 (CHICAGO) (WLS) — Surgery for most people is a last resort, but new minimally-invasive fixes are giving patients faster recovery with less pain and scarring.

Less invasive spine surgery, especially for damaged discs in the lower back, is becoming more common.

The definition of what this is, exactly, remains elusive, and there are few well-conducted studies to prove if one type is better than another. Specialists are taking steps to help clear up the confusion.

Whether it is a dull ache or a stabbing pain, it is estimated eight out of ten people will suffer from back trouble at some point.

In many cases conservative treatments such as over the counter pain relievers, massage or physical therapy will do the trick.

When it comes to the common problem of herniated discs, a small percentage of people may need a surgical fix. Craig O’Brien says he is one of them.

“My back was killing me,” says O’Brien.

O’Brien says for the past 20 years he tried everything and was scared to even consider surgery, but the pain in… continue reading

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USERS of smartphones and tablet computers are starting to get high-tech blues, as increasing numbers of the tech savvy are coming down with ailments from ”text neck” to ”text thumb injury”.

Health experts in Britain have warned that the strain injuries stemming from long periods spent staring at small screens and tapping at tiny keys can be debilitating. And the injuries are becoming more common as high-tech gadgets grow ever more popular.

More and more Britons use their smartphones – in effect tiny PCs – to access the internet rather than for phone calls.

According to a recent YouGov poll, 44 per cent of Britons use their mobile phone for activities other than making calls, for between 30 minutes and two hours a day.

”I had a patient who developed inflamed tendons in her thumb from using her smartphone and was unable to use her hand for weeks due to pain,” said Tim Hutchful from… continue reading

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