November, 2022

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Use Common Sense When Shopping Classifieds

Planet Chiropractic

Every week we hear about this particular scam. Over the years, we’ve developed a respect for the people who run this racket. They keep doing it. Year after year. And in spite of our warnings, doctors keep falling for it. Consider yourself warned. The typical scenrio: Doctor recieves an inquiry. Perhaps asking if it is […] The post Use Common Sense When Shopping Classifieds appeared first on Planet Chiropractic.

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How to Use a Healthcare Support Staff QA Checklist to Identify Opportunity and Celebrate Success in Your Practice

MedicalGPS

We’ve all heard the timeless adage: “You’ll never get a second chance to make a great first impression.“ In healthcare, this is true perhaps more than in any other environment. Experts say it takes on average only 7 seconds for an individual to form their opinion of you. So, what do your patients experience when they arrive at your practice? You can use our Quality Assurance Observation Checklist and the guidance in the video below to quantitatively and easily observe the front-line suppor

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Guide: Zone 2 (Base) Training & Your Health

First Principles of Movement

Walking your dog, hiking, and brisk walking, as well as slow jogs, swims, and cycling, are your best foundation for both health and performance. This is called Zone 2 (Z2) Training and helps you reduce insulin resistance, recover from prolonged or intense training, and minimize injury risk. Access the full article. The post Guide: Zone 2 (Base) Training & Your Health appeared first on First Principles of Movement.

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We Need to Workout How Much Exercise Affects Each Blood-Based Brain Measure for Concussions 

Sports Medicine Research

Physical exertion may alter some blood-based brain measures that investigators hope can help clinicians objectively diagnose a concussion. The post We Need to Workout How Much Exercise Affects Each Blood-Based Brain Measure for Concussions appeared first on Sports Medicine Research.

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Good for the Bones

Springs Chiropractic

To Your Health October, 2022 (Vol. 16, Issue 10) By Editorial Staff Bone health is important at any age, but particularly when we’re older. Fragile, brittle bones can lead to fractures that reduce mobility and independence, and in some cases (i.e., the hip) can prove fatal. Fortunately, it appears the seeds of bone health can be planted when we’re younger, especially if we participate in certain types of physical activities.

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Quarter of former Olympians suffer from osteoarthritis

ScienceDaily: Back and Neck Pain

Competing at elite level in sport is linked with an increased risk of developing osteoarthritis and joint pain in later life, a study suggests. One in four retired Olympians reported a diagnosis of osteoarthritis, the form of arthritis that causes changes in the joint and can lead to discomfort, pain and disability, the research found.

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5 Signs You May Have Sciatica and How Chiropractic Can Help

Northgate Chiropractic Clinic

Sciatica affects up to 40% of people, but its commonality doesn’t make it any less painful. If you suffer from sciatica, you don’t have to turn to expensive and addictive pain medications. Chiropractic introduces a safe and successful way to.

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Missing Therapeutic Exercises After an Ankle Sprain May Lead to a Bad Year

Sports Medicine Research

Performing therapeutic exercise after an ankle sprain reduces the chance of a knee, hip, or lumbar spine injury over the subsequent year. The post Missing Therapeutic Exercises After an Ankle Sprain May Lead to a Bad Year appeared first on Sports Medicine Research.

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2022 International Consensus on Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation and Emergency Cardiovascular Care Science With Treatment Recommendations: Summary From the Basic Life Support; Advanced Life Support; Pediatric Life Support; Neonatal Life Support; Education, Implementation, and Teams; and First Aid Task Forces

Sports Medicine Research

2022 International Consensus on Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation and Emergency Cardiovascular Care Science With Treatment Recommendations: Summary From the Basic Life Support; Advanced Life Support; Pediatric Life Support; Neonatal Life Support; Education, Implementation, and Teams; and First Aid Task Forces The post 2022 International Consensus on Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation and Emergency Cardiovascular Care Science With Treatment Recommendations: Summary From the Basic Life Support; Advanced Li

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Interassociation Consensus Statement on Sports Nutrition Models for the Provision of Nutrition Services From Registered Dietitian Nutritionists in Collegiate Athletics

Sports Medicine Research

Interassociation Consensus Statement on Sports Nutrition Models for the Provision of Nutrition Services From Registered Dietitian Nutritionists in Collegiate Athletics The post Interassociation Consensus Statement on Sports Nutrition Models for the Provision of Nutrition Services From Registered Dietitian Nutritionists in Collegiate Athletics appeared first on Sports Medicine Research.

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OPTIKNEE 2022: consensus recommendations to optimise knee health after traumatic knee injury to prevent osteoarthritis

Sports Medicine Research

OPTIKNEE 2022: consensus recommendations to optimise knee health after traumatic knee injury to prevent osteoarthritis The post OPTIKNEE 2022: consensus recommendations to optimise knee health after traumatic knee injury to prevent osteoarthritis appeared first on Sports Medicine Research.

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Coffee – How Many Cups?

Springs Chiropractic

To Your Health October, 2022 (Vol. 16, Issue 10) By Editorial Staff For many readers, the simple answer may be, “As many cups as it takes to wake up and make it through the day!” But in this case, we’re referring to the amount of coffee that increases longevity relative to drinking less. After all, coffee isn’t just a wake-up beverage; it also contains multiple compounds (nearly 100 biologically active components, in fact) that promote health.

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What Your Chiropractor Knows – That Your Medical Doctor Doesn’t

Springs Chiropractic

To Your Health October, 2022 (Vol. 16, Issue 10) By Donald M. Petersen Jr., BS, HCD(hc), FICC(h) An interesting study recently published in The Spine Journal examined what is important to patients as they seek care for their low back pain. 1 The study included 419 patients who were surveyed, with each asked to rate (from 0 to 4) the importance of: “improvement in level of pain, improvement in ability to perform daily tasks, explanation of what is causing your problem, thorough physical

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Reminder: Monitor A Patient’s Mental Wellbeing After a Concussion

Sports Medicine Research

High school students who reported a sport- and recreation-related concussion in the past 12 months were more likely to report depressive symptoms and suicidal ideation than those who did not. Students who reported multiple concussions in the past 12 months were about twice as likely to report attempting suicide than those who reported a single concussion.

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Sex-Specific Predictors For Prolonged Concussion Recovery

Sports Medicine Research

Middle school and high school athletes who reported more concussion symptoms and sleep issues, as well as post-traumatic amnesia, had a greater chance of a prolonged recovery than peers without these concerns. Furthermore, depressive symptoms may help identify males at risk for a prolonged recovery. The post Sex-Specific Predictors For Prolonged Concussion Recovery appeared first on Sports Medicine Research.

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