Brain scans could reveal whether a patient will develop chronic back pain. In a recent study, brain scans taken early in the course of low-back pain predicted chronicity with 85% accuracy. This is the first time scientists can look at two patients with the same injury and predict who will suffer from chronic pain, neuroscientist Vania Apkarian told Science Now. Researchers took brain scans of 39 patients with moderate to severe back pain.
Read MoreKeeping a food journal may take an extra 10 minutes from your day but it could help you keep a healthy weight. A new study found that self-monitoring behaviors, preparing meals at home, and eating at regular intervals enabled women to maintain weight loss for at least 12 months. The study included 123 postmenopausal women who were overweight or obese who enrolled in a weight loss program.Tracking food increased weight loss by an average of 3.7%.
Read MoreFor many years, it has been known that chiropractic adjustments can treat a variety of conditions. Now, evidence is mounting that chiropractic care can also improve overall health.
Read MoreKnee pain is a common side effect of aging. Studies show that a growing number of middle-aged people are undergoing total knee-replacement surgery.
Read MoreMore than half of Americans report taking dietary supplements or multivitamins. Several recent studies have raised new questions about vitamins, and new information has added to the confusion surrounding which vitamins are best to take.
Read MoreMany women experience lower back pain while pregnant. In fact, studies show that more than half of pregnant women report back pain at some point during their pregnancy. A recent study found that for many women, pregnancy is the first time they have experienced back pain.
Read MoreChiropractic treatments have long been known to alleviate musculoskeletal pain. Now, researchers are beginning to examine additional ways that chiropractic care may improve overall health.
Read MoreAging frequently comes with new aches and pains. Statistics show that while older adults experience back pain more frequently than younger adults, they are less likely to seek medical care for the pain. However, they need not resign themselves to a life of pain.
Read MoreMany athletes utilize chiropractic treatments following an injury or a strenuous workout. New research suggests that athletes could also boost their athletic performance through chiropractic adjustments. The study involved 18 professional Brazilian judo athletes.
Read MoreLower back pain is incredibly common, and it can be very expensive to treat. According to one estimate, the direct and indirect costs of chronic back pain amount to $100 billion every year in the U.S.
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