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Gut Microbes May Play a Role in AS

— Genes associated with ankylosing spondylitis act at least in part through effects on the gut microbiome. by Diana Swift, Contributing Writer, MedPage Today December 4, 2014 Patients with ankylosing spondylitis (AS) had a more diverse intestinal microbiota and a greater abundance of intestinal microbes, some of which are linked to severe intestinal inflammation, according […]

Dosing of lumbar spinal manipulative therapy and its association with escalated spine care: A cohort study of insurance claims

PLoS One. 2024 Jan 5;19(1):e0283252. doi: 10.1371/journal.pone.0283252. eCollection 2024. Brian R Anderson 1, James M Whedon 2, Patricia M Herman 3 PMID: 38181030 PMCID: PMC10769084 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0283252 Abstract Objective: The objective of this study was to evaluate the relationship between three distinct spinal manipulative therapy dose groups and escalated spine care by analyzing insurance claims […]

Effects of Cervical Mobilization on Balance and Gait Parameters in Individuals With Stroke: A Randomized Controlled Trial

Percept Mot Skills. 2024 Jan 3:315125231226039. doi: 10.1177/00315125231226039. Online ahead of print. Aziz Dengiz Abstract Stroke is a significant health problem that may result in long-term functional deficits. Balance and walking problems are among the most common post-stroke deficits, and they may negatively affect quality of life. Our aim in this study was to investigate […]

Prenatal Acetaminophen Use Linked to Poorer Early Language Development

Primary Care News · January 08, 2024 Prenatal Acetaminophen Use Linked to Poorer Early Language Development Third-trimester use linked to poorer language outcomes among male children FRIDAY, Jan. 5, 2024 (HealthDay News) — Prenatal acetaminophen use during pregnancy is associated with poorer early language development, especially among male offspring, according to a study published online […]

Oily Fish Consumption Can Lower CVD Risk in Individuals With Family History

January 04, 2024 Significant interaction seen for biomarkers of low EPA/DHA intake, family history of CVD in relation to long-term CVD risk WEDNESDAY, Jan. 3, 2024 (HealthDay News) — There is a significant interaction between biomarkers of low eicosapentaenoic/docosahexaenoic acids (EPA/DHA) intake and a family history of cardiovascular disease (CVD) in relation to long-term CVD […]

Spinal Cord Stimulation Questioned for Chronic Pain

— Independent studies suggested no benefit, but industry-funded critics cast doubt on the findings by Judy George, Deputy Managing Editor, MedPage Today December 18, 2023 Independent studies suggested that spinal cord stimulation improved chronic pain no more than placebo, but industry-funded critics cast doubt on these findings, researchers said. Recently published papers “found evidence of […]

Spinal manipulation and electrical dry needling as an adjunct to conventional physical therapy in patients with lumbar spinal stenosis: a multi-center randomized clinical trial

Spine J. 2023 Dec 14:S1529-9430(23)03563-5. doi: 10.1016/j.spinee.2023.12.002. Online ahead of print. Ian Young Abstract Background context: Nonoperative management of lumbar spinal stenosis (LSS) includes activity modification, medication, injections, and physical therapy. Conventional physical therapy includes a multimodal approach of exercise, manual therapy, and electro-thermal modalities. There is a paucity of evidence supporting the use of […]

Management of chronic pain associated with temporomandibular disorders: a clinical practice guideline

BMJ. 2023 Dec 15:383:e076227. doi: 10.1136/bmj-2023-076227. Jason W Busse Abstract Clinical question: What is the comparative effectiveness of available therapies for chronic pain associated with temporomandibular disorders (TMD)? Current practice: TMD are the second most common musculoskeletal chronic pain disorder after low back pain, affecting 6-9% of adults globally. TMD are associated with pain affecting […]

Association Between Tomato Consumption and BP in an Older Population at High Cardiovascular Risk

December 06, 2023 European Journal of Preventive Cardiology TAKE-HOME MESSAGE In this exploratory analysis of the PREDIMED trial involving 7056 participants with hypertension, higher consumption of tomato and tomato-based products was associated with improved blood pressure control. Compared with minimal consumption (<44 grams/day), intake of more than 110 grams/day (approximately 4 oz) of tomato was […]

Meta analysis of ovulation induction effect and pregnancy outcome of acupuncture & moxibustion combined with clomiphene in patients with polycystic ovary syndrome

Front Endocrinol (Lausanne). 2023 Nov 20:14:1261016. doi: 10.3389/fendo.2023.1261016. eCollection 2023. Meta analysis of ovulation induction effect and pregnancy outcome of acupuncture & moxibustion combined with clomiphene in patients with polycystic ovary syndrome Lijie Yang Abstract Objective: Using Mesh Meta Analysis to evaluate the efficacy of Acupuncture & Moxibustion, Clomiphene, Acupuncture & Moxibustion combined with Clomiphene […]

The Role of Systemic Steroids in Sciatica Due to Herniated Lumbar Disc

A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis Vale, João MDa; Rocha, Eduardo MDb; Lemos, Carolina MD, PhDc,d; Valente, Cristina PhDe,f; Andrade, Renato BSce,f,g; Espregueira-Mendes, João MD, PhDe,f,h,i,,j; Rodrigues-Pinto, Ricardo MD, PhD, FEBOTa,c,k Spine 48(23):p E391-E400, December 1, 2023. | DOI: 10.1097/BRS.0000000000004801 Abstract Study Design. Systematic review and meta-analysis. Objective. Evaluate the role of systemic steroids in treating […]

Want to Reduce Knee OA Risk? Weight Work May Help

— History of strength training tied to reduced incidence later in life by John Gever, Contributing Writer, MedPage Today October 23, 2023 People who engaged in weight lifting and other forms of strength training were less likely to develop knee pain and be diagnosed with osteoarthritis (OA) as they approached their senior years, a new […]

For Tension Headache, Combo Rx Tops Acetaminophen

December 1, 2014 Alisa G. Woods, PhD Pain relief is better with a triple combination medication that includes acetaminophen than with acetaminophen by itself, researchers found, suggesting a new therapeutic option. A triple combination medication for tension headache that includes acetaminophen is more effective for pain relief than acetaminophen by itself, an international group of […]

Risks and Benefits of Testosterone Replacement Therapy

December 01, 2014 The New England Journal of Medicine TAKE-HOME MESSAGE The authors of this commentary summarize the relevant issues surrounding testosterone replacement, addressing in particular the controversial issue of routine use of testosterone replacement therapy in men with mildly depressed serum testosterone. In an interactive clinical case discussion, experts weigh in on both risks […]

Spinal manipulation combined with exercise therapy could be more effective than exercise therapy alone for shoulder pain and disability: A systematic review and meta-analysis

International Journal of Osteopathic Medicine Volume 50, December 2023, 100688 International Journal of Osteopathic Medicine Francisco Fleury Uchoa Santos-Júnior Highlights • For pain intensity, spinal manipulation combined with shoulder exercises may be beneficial in two to six weeks. • The association of spinal manipulation and shoulder exercises could also improve disability within 6 weeks of […]

Healthy Diet May Alleviate Symptoms in Multiple Sclerosis

Those with a healthier diet had lower disability scores WEDNESDAY, Oct. 18, 2023 (HealthDay News) — A prudent pattern diet that focuses on vegetables, legumes, and fruits may play a role in symptom management in patients with multiple sclerosis (MS), according to study results presented at MSMilan, the joint meeting of the European Committee for […]

FDA approves $12,000 cancer treatment that uses SOUND waves to disintegrate tumors – as a painless alternative to radiation and chemotherapy

The technique, called histotripsy, generates exploding bubbles to kill tumors Minneapolis-based HistoSonics, founded in 2009, pioneered the treatment By CAITLIN TILLEY, HEALTH REPORTER FOR DAILYMAIL.COM PUBLISHED: 16:47 EDT, 17 October 2023 | UPDATED: 17:39 EDT, 17 October 2023 A promising cancer treatment that blasts tumors using soundwaves has been approved in the US. A machine […]

Phase 3 trial finds amitriptyline helps relieve IBS symptoms

Published October 17, 2023 | Originally published on MedicalXpress Breaking News-and-Events A cheap and widely available prescription drug can improve symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome in patients seen in GP surgeries, new research presented today at UEG Week 2023 has found. Amitriptyline, which is commonly used at low doses for a range of health concerns, […]

Cannabis Use Disorder Tied to Incident Cardiovascular Disease Events

October 14, 2023 Higher risk for incident events seen over seven years of follow-up THURSDAY, Oct. 12, 2023 (HealthDay News) — Adults with cannabis use disorder (CUD) have a higher risk for incident adverse cardiovascular disease (CVD) events when compared with matched adults without CUD, according to a study published online Sept. 27 in Addiction. […]

The association between cervical degenerative MRI findings and self-reported neck pain, disability and headache: a cross-sectional exploratory study

Rikke K. Jensen, Kristina B. Dissing, Tue S. Jensen, Stine H. Clausen & Bodil Arnbak Chiropractic & Manual Therapies volume 31, Article number: 45 (2023) Abstract Background Neck pain and headache are highly prevalent conditions and leading causes of disability worldwide. Although MRI is widely used in the management of these conditions, there is uncertainty […]