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Exercise and Low Back Pain
Exercise is an important factor in the rehabilitation and maintenance of spinal health, but not without the health-giving force of manipulation.
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MRI and Low Back Pain
Routine MRI's of the lower spine are commonly reporting serious abnormalities of which the patients have no symptoms or history.
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The Economic Costs of Lower Back Pain
The overall costs of lower back pain in our society are staggering. The bill in the US is 90 billion dollars per year. Chiropractic could greatly reduce these costs, if only given a chance.
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Yoga Anatomy: Lumbar Spine
Keeping undue pressure off your lower back can come from unexpected places. How to avoid lower back pain and injury for yogis (and everyone else).
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Central Lumbar Disc Herniation
Most cases of disc herniation generally require conservative management but disc entry into the spinal canal needs immediate treatment to decompress the affected nerves.
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7 Myths About Low Back Pain
7 common myths about lower back pain.
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Another Chiropractic Triumph
Yet another study has found that chiropractic care is superior to physiotherapy for lower back pain. How many more are needed?
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Chiropractic, the Drug-free Alternative for Low Back Pain
For those suffering from chronic low back pain, chiropractic is a safe, drug-free alternative.
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Confusion Reigns Down Under
New Australian clinical guidelines for treatment of spinal and musculoskeletal pain is discussed and various inconsistencies are pointed out.
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Do Low Back Belts Actually Help?
Lumbar support belts are proven as failing to prevent back pain or back pain disability in a study of 9000 WalMart workers.
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Does Proper Lifting Prevent Low Back Injuries?
The scientific literature is rife with studies that fail to show that teaching proper lifting does not prevent lower back injuries at work. One recent study is examined.
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Finally…A Little Respect
A confirming study showing that chiropractic care does not cost insurance companies more money because people use chiropractic instead, not in addition, to medicine.
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Lifting Safely. What Does That Mean?
A list of factors that should be considered when lifting heavy objects.
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Structure vs. Function
The primary success that chiropractors have treating spinal pain is that they believe function governs structure.
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The Confusing World of Low Back Pain Research
The article examines the 10 top questions in the field of lower back pain as asked at a major conference on the subject.
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Want Less Back Pain? Stop Being Afraid of It
Fear of pain or reinjury can impede recovery from low back pain and often results in the case becoming chronic.
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Primer on Low Back Pain
Low back pain is a common, sometimes debilitating ailment. Anatomy, and common causes of lumbar pain are reviewed.
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Preventing Back Pain
A back strain can cause severe pain, obstructing an individual's ability to perform normal activities. These tips and exercises may help to prevent a back strain.
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Yoga Anatomy: Thoracic Spine
In common poses from twists to back-bends and shoulder-stands, yogis ask a lot of their upper backs. What you need to know about maintaining safety on the mat.
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Even Science Has Its Spin Doctors!
A study looking at the NSAID Vioxx and lower back pain proves little, but you can bet it will be spun to death in order to get physicians on track.
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Learn About The Spine: Part 2: Back Pain Series
Part 2 of the Back Pain Series teaches you about the relationship of the spine to chronic back pain in the human body. Being aware of body mechanics and lifestyle choices can help reduce back injuries and prevent or help you manage chronic back pain.
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Should Back Pain Sufferers Avoid Medical Care?
The treatment and diagnostic costs of lower back pain in the industrialized world are staggering. Something dramatic needs to be done to fix the problem. Applying chiropractic as the industry "gate-keeper" is the most sensible and cost-saving measure available.
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The Anatomy of Back Pain
The causes of back pain can be complex and difficult to diagnose because the back is composed of many complex structural components.
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Testing, Testing, 1-2-3...
The MRI, Lumbar Puncture, and Evoked Potentials are 3 tests commonly used during the diagnostic process for multiple sclerosis.
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I Am Your Back. Treat Me Right.
A brief description of the human back and the proper way to maintain its health.
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Meningitis Diagnosis and Treatment
Meningitis is caused by bacteria or viruses. Correct diagnosis is necessary to determine the cause, and treatment depends on the severity of the case.
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Stretches for the Pregnant Office Worker
To prepare for having a baby, ongoing health and fitness is essential. If you spend a great deal of your workday at the desk, here are some stretches just for you!
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Chiropractic and Sciatica
A brief overview of sciatica and leg pain from a chiropractic viewpoint.
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How to Pick The Best Chair for Your Office
Your home office chair, where you spend hours a day, affects your focus, productivity and health. Follow these tips for selecting this piece of office furniture wisely
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NPH Misdiagnosed as Alzheimer's
NPH-caused dementia is often reversible. Since NPH symptoms resemble Alzheimer's and Parkinson's diseases, most cases go unreported or mischaracterized and untreated.
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Yoga Anatomy: Spine Safety
Protecting the safety of your back is essential for a safe yoga practice for years to come. Overview of spinal anatomy and some potentially dangerous yoga poses.
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Yoga for Arthritis: Lower Back
Osteoarthritis in the lumbar region can result in stiffness and pain. These yoga poses help to relieve the symptoms of arthritis in the lower back.
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Does Running Hurt your back? Injure your discs?NO!
does running hurt your back? Does runniing hurt you spine? NO! Here is the proof!
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The Politics and Deception of Low Back Pain
The prejudice that the chiropractic profession has faced from organized medicine is sometimes so blatant as to be beyond belief.
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Weight Lifting and Spinal Health
An interesting physical study of the spinal health and bone density of the world's strongest man.
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Lower back ache?
Learn to avoid a major cause of lower-back ache by simple stretching!
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Meningitis Basics
The following meningitis articles explain the basics about symptoms, diagnosis, complications, meningitis types, and treatments.
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Mind/Body Bicycling
Applying the lessons of Mind/Body Fitness to Bicycling to get the most out of your ride. Safety and alignment start with a properly fitted bicycle.
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Viral Meningitis
Viral meningitis, although less serious than bacterial meningitis, is still a threat to people of all ages. Learn ways to prevent this neurological illness.
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Chiseled abs! (part 1 of 2)
Getting the abdominal training right. Find out what works and what doesn't!
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TCM and Lower Back Pain
Lower back pain affects most people at some time in their lives so it's not suprising that so many types of treatment are available. As a TCM practitioner in Australia for 8 years and a sufferer of back pain myself, I found TCM to be an extremely effective form of treatment. This article discusses some common causes of lower back pain and their treatment from a TCM point of view.
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The Intervertebral Disc
A discussion of the intervertebral disc revealing some anatomical features that predispose them to injury and breakdown.
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A Patient's Guide to the Neuropathic Diseases - Self-Help!
Now that you have been diagnosed with a neuropathic disease - what are your options and what defense willl be mounted ti defend against further encroachment by the disease. And what procedures are to be followed to restore your health to its former state, and to maintain it once achieved.
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MY BABY HAD MENINGITIS
A personal account of when our second child was struck with meningitis at eight weeks old. We were lucky.
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PTC Treatment Options 2, The Spinal Tap Experience
Spinal Taps are sometimes used in the treatment of Pseudo Tumor Cerebri.
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An introduction to PTC
An introduction to Pseudo-tumor cerebri. General information.
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Before You Buy A Chair
Having trouble with your back, and the reason for that is your sitting job! A good chair is vital for proper posture. It helps ward off chronic strain on your neck, back and shoulders.
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Neuropathic Pain: New Insights, New Interventions - Part II
We continue from last week with the identification and the mechanics for the various types of neuropathic pain. The actual mechanisms for pain detction are described in minute detail.
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Sciatica
Sciatica can be unbearable.
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