An estimated 60-80% of people will suffer from low-back pain at least once in their lifetime. However, the treatment of chronic lower back pain is complex, and the outcome remains unpredictable.
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This article's introduction sums up the state of whiplash treatment very well: "The 'whiplash' syndrome is a collection of symptoms produced as a result of soft-tissue injury of the cervical spine. The accumulated literature suggests that 43 percent of patients will suffer long-term symptoms following 'whiplash' injury.
Read MoreMany patients seeking chiropractic care complain of neck pain. However, there has been little research to determine which patients respond more favorably to this treatment.
Read MoreRadicular pain, or radiating pain, is caused by interference or pinching of the spinal nerves. This results in pain, tingling, or numbness in parts of your body far from the actual source of the problem. If your spine is injured, there are a number of things that can affect the nerves and cause pain. Injured ligaments and muscles can cause inflammation of the nerve root, which can disrupt the function of the nerve.
Read MoreTreatments for fibromyalgia include medications, exercise programs, psychological interventions, and alternative approaches. However, each of these strategies have their own limitations.
Read MoreBack pain and headache are common health complaints among workers in almost every industry, and are responsible for substantial suffering and disability, along with lost productivity. Two recent studies attempted to determine which risk factors are more likely to lead to musculoskeletal pain and headaches among workers. The first study examined office workers with a high degree of computer usage.
Read MoreChiropractic care may be more effective in preventing recurring episodes of low-back pain than traditional treatments. In a recent study, patients receiving chiropractic had lower rates of recurring disability than patients under the care of a physician or physical therapist.
Read MoreKnee osteoarthritis appears to be linked to a lifetime of stress placed on the knees. The first study to estimate the cumulative effects of various activities on the knees has linked housework - but not recreational sports - to the painful condition. The authors conclude that physical activity in the form of sports is safe, and does not increase the risk of developing knee arthritis.
Read MoreHave you noticed new aches and pains as you grow older? If so, you may subscribe to the common belief that back pain becomes more prevalent with age. While elderly people do face an increasing risk of many ailments, a recent literature review showed that back pain may not be one of them. The systematic literature search involved 12 studies of back pain conducted between 2000 and 2011.
Read MoreAging can cause a number of aches, pains, and other health issues. For many older adults, the care delivered by chiropractors can be a critical strategy for preventing or managing pain.
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