Several recent studies have added to our knowledge of the biological benefits of chiropractic treatments. In 2010, researchers determined that chiropractic treatments can improve the body's response to pain and inflammation. The study involved 10 healthy participants and 10 who had lower back pain lasting at least 3 months.
Read MoreMany patients with chronic back pain wonder how to keep the pain from becoming worse or returning. Research suggests that exercise may be the best way to prevent back pain. The recent literature review involved an analysis of 20 studies testing various methods of preventing back pain such as exercise, stress management, ergonomic education, training in ergonomic lifting methods, lumbar-support back belts, shoe inserts, and programs to reduce lifting frequency at work.
Read MoreAccording to a recent study, patients treated with chiropractic adjustments experienced a 50% reduction in the number of cervicogenic headaches they experienced. Cervicogenic headaches are non-throbbing, steady headaches felt at the back of the head, with pain extending downwards through the neck and between the shoulder blades. Some patients also experience dizziness.
Read MoreIn 2008, more than 3 million Americans visited the emergency room because of headaches. A third of those people were found to have migraines and two thirds remained in the hospital overnight because of their head pain. If you or a loved one has migraines, you can take steps to avoid a trip to the emergency room.
Read MoreNew research has revealed that butterbur, a natural herbal supplement, may be better at preventing migraines than several commonly-prescribed non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (frequently called NSAIDs). Researchers analyzed 49 studies on migraine treatments performed from 1999 to 2009. They then rated the various treatments on their ability to prevent migraines.
Read MoreMany people with sciatica find the pain to be so debilitating that they are forced to miss work and social gatherings. Among patients with lower back pain, those with sciatica experience the highest level of disability.1 According to public health records in Norway, patients with sciatica are disabled for an average of 72 days a year. A recent study offers hope to patients suffering from sciatica pain.
Read MoreWeight loss is known to have substantial health benefits. A new study has confirmed that patients who lose weight may experience substantially reduced back pain and sciatica. Obese patients frequently report lower back pain and sciatica.
Read MoreMany people with migraine headaches rely heavily on pharmaceuticals to manage the pain. But migraine medication comes with a long list of side effects, including vomiting, dizziness, nausea, and even more headaches if the medication is overused. Fortunately, there are natural treatments available to relieve migraines without the negative effects of medication.
Read MoreAlthough many people with sciatica have found relief through spinal decompression surgery, also called microdiscectomy, the surgery may not be necessary for all sciatica patients.New research suggests that in some cases, chiropractic treatments may be just as effective for sciatica as surgery. A group of researchers completed a study to examine the comparative success of chiropractic and surgery for treating sciatica. The study involved 40 patients who had previously tried treating their sciatica with a variety of treatments including massage, acupuncture, and painkillers.
Read MoreIt's not uncommon for migraines to make you sensitive to light or leave jagged lines across your field of view. But some patients experience the visual symptoms of migraine without the headache.
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