Craig A. Johnston, PhD Am J Lifestyle Med. 2012;6(1):18-20. Story Source ABSTRACT AND INTRODUCTION Abstract Lifestyle interventions show considerable promise in improving levels of inflammation. This review discusses how these improvements in inflammation are consistent with a “small changes” approach. Introduction Managing inflammation has the potential to be a key component in warding off disease. This […]
Story Source: PracticeUpdate.com RESEARCH · September 22, 2014 TAKE-HOME MESSAGE This randomized clinical trial assessed the effects of various exercise modalities in obese adolescents. For 22 weeks, 304 participants underwent aerobic training, resistance training, combined aerobic and resistance training, or no exercise. Groups undergoing exercise showed a significantly greater decrease in percentage body fat compared […]
The Study: Predicting Response to Motor Control Exercises and Graded Activity for Low Back Pain Patients: Preplanned Secondary Analysis of a Randomized Controlled Trial The Facts: a. This article is from Physical Therapy which is the Journal of the American Physical Therapy Association. b. The authors cite evidence that “Current treatments for low back pain […]
Current Treatment Options in Neurology, 09/12/2014 Review Article Bega D, et al. – In this review, the authors aim to investigate the clinical evidence for complementary and alternative therapies in Parkinson’s disease. They suggest that it is vital that the science of holistic medicine reaches a point where all neutraceuticals are investigated with the same […]
J Manipulative Physiol Ther. 2014 Sep 5. pii: S0161-4754(14)00146-8. doi: 10.1016/j.jmpt.2014.08.005. [Epub ahead of print] Exploring Patient Satisfaction: A Secondary Analysis of a Randomized Clinical Trial of Spinal Manipulation, Home Exercise, and Medication for Acute and Subacute Neck Pain. Leininger BD Abstract OBJECTIVE: The purpose of this study was to assess satisfaction with specific aspects […]
Authors Fishman LM, Groessl EJ, Sherman KJ. Author information Journal Glob Adv Health Med. 2014 Sep;3(5):16-21. doi: 10.7453/gahmj.2013.064. Abstract BACKGROUND: Non-surgical techniques for treating scoliosis frequently focus on realigning the spine, typically by muscular relaxation or muscular or ligamentous stretching. However, such treatments, which include physical therapeutic, chiropractic, and bracing techniques, are inconsistently supported by […]
J Manipulative Physiol Ther. 2014 Sep 5. pii: S0161-4754(14)00146-8. doi: 10.1016/j.jmpt.2014.08.005. [Epub ahead of print] Exploring Patient Satisfaction: A Secondary Analysis of a Randomized Clinical Trial of Spinal Manipulation, Home Exercise, and Medication for Acute and Subacute Neck Pain. Leininger BD Abstract OBJECTIVE: The purpose of this study was to assess satisfaction with specific aspects […]
Physiother Theory Pract. 2014 Sep 29:1-8. [Epub ahead of print] Effectiveness of mobilization therapy and exercises in mechanical neck pain. Ganesh GS1, Mohanty P, Pattnaik M, Mishra C. Abstract Objectives: While studies have looked into the effects of Maitland mobilization on symptom relief, to date, no work has specifically looked at the effects of Mulligan […]
Mythbusters: Complementary and Alternative Treatments in Cancer Victoria Stern, MA DisclosuresSeptember 02, 2014 Over the past decade, complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) has grown into a multi-billion-dollar industry in the United States, with the use of CAM interventions becoming increasingly popular among cancer patients. Studies estimate that at least half of cancer patients use some type of […]
Michele Maiers, DC, MPH The Spine Journal Volume 14, Issue 9, 1 September 2014, Pages 1879–1889 Abstract Background context Neck pain, common among the elderly population, has considerable implications on health and quality of life. Evidence supports the use of spinal manipulative therapy (SMT) and exercise to treat neck pain; however, no studies to date […]
MedPageToday.com Published: Aug 21, 2014 By Salynn Boyles, Contributing Writer, MedPage Today Story Source Action Points Note that this analysis of the Women’s Health Initiative found a link between higher body mass index and new-onset atrial fibrillation. Be aware that regular exercise decreased the risk of atrial fibrillation, particularly among overweight and obese women. High-intensity […]
Low rate of surgery in juvenile idiopathic scoliosis treated with a complete and tailored conservative approach: end-growth results from a retrospective cohort Claudia Fusco Scoliosis 2014, 9:12 Abstract (provisional) Background context: The main distinctive aspect of Juvenile Idiopathic Scoliosis (JIS) with respect to Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis (AIS) is the high risk of severe deformity and […]
Gluteus Maximus Activation (More Glute & Less Hamstring) Posted on August 11, 2014 Story Source Research Review: Optimal Positioning for Gluteus Maximus Activation By Dr. Stefanie DiCarrado DPT, PT, NASM CPT & CES Edited by Dr. Brent Brookbush DPT, PT, MS, PES, CES, CSCS, ACSM H/FS Original Citation: Kan, S., Jeon, H., Kwon, O., Cynn, […]
August 06, 2014 JACC: Journal of the American College of Cardiology TAKE-HOME MESSAGE The associations between running and all-cause and cardiovascular (CV) mortality risk were examined in 55,137 adults between 18 and 100 years of age. Running was assessed via a medical history questionnaire (leisure-time activity). Mean follow-up time was 15 years. Compared with non-runners, […]
Fran Lowry August 06, 2013 Walking on a treadmill for 30 minutes a day 4 days a week over a 12-week period improved memory scores and neural efficiency in older people with mild cognitive impairment (MCI), according to new research. The finding suggests that exercise may protect against or delay conversion to Alzheimer’s disease in at-risk individuals. […]
Miriam E. Tucker August 04, 2014 Walking at alternating levels of intensity improves insulin sensitivity in people with type 2 diabetes, whereas walking at a continuous pace but expending the same amount of energy does not, a new study finds. The results were published online August 4, 2014 in Diabetologia by Kristian Karstoft, MD, of the Center of Inflammation and Metabolism, Rigshospitalet, […]
An analysis of population-based data Sam Norton PhD The Lancet Neurology, Volume 13, Issue 8, Pages 788 – 794, August 2014 Summary Background Recent estimates suggesting that over half of Alzheimer’s disease burden worldwide might be attributed to potentially modifiable risk factors do not take into account risk-factor non-independence. We aimed to provide specific estimates […]