BMJ Open Diabetes Res Care. 2018; 6(1): e000569. Published online 2018 Oct 23. doi: [10.1136/bmjdrc-2018-000569] PMCID: PMC6203062 PMID: 30397493 Ingrid Heuch Abstract Objective The purpose of this study was to examine the risk of diabetes associated with the presence or absence of chronic low back pain, considering both cross-sectional and cohort data. Research design and […]
By Steven Reinberg HealthDay Reporter TUESDAY, Oct. 16, 2018 (HealthDay News) — Stimulating a specific set of nerves that are nestled along the spine may deliver relief to those who suffer from chronic back pain and cut the need for opioid painkillers, new research suggests. The therapy, which targets the root ganglion nerves, is more […]
Written by Sherry McAllister, DC | October 12, 2018 Four new studies indicate that the U.S. healthcare system is progressing toward a patient-centered, comprehensive and collaborative care model. This care model incorporates chiropractic care as a drug-free approach to managing spinal disorders and general health concerns. The studies also reflect the continued shift in the […]
October 8, 2018 LOS ANGELES — Results presented at the North American Spine Society Annual Meeting showed a small subgroup of patients with acute sciatica secondary to lumbar disc herniation may significantly benefit from chiropractic spinal manipulation therapy. Paul B. Bishop , MD, PhD, DC, and colleagues randomly assigned 40 patients with acute sciatica secondary […]
Conway, Rebecca, MSc Spine: October 15, 2018 – Volume 43 – Issue 20 – p E1232-E1237 doi: 10.1097/BRS.0000000000002701 Study Design. Cross-sectional case-control study. Objective. To compare isolated lumbar extension strength between healthy asymptomatic participants and participants with chronic low back pain (CLBP), while controlling for previous lumbar spine surgery. Summary of Background Data. Deconditioning of […]
Published by John Elflein, Oct 2, 2018 Back pain is one of the most common health complaints among adults in the United States. Such pain can be caused by strained muscles or ligaments, excess weight, poor posture, psychological problems, or every day activities. A Statista survey from 2017 found that 29 percent of U.S. adults with back problems believed […]
By Mary Elizabeth Dallas HealthDay Reporter MONDAY, Oct. 1, 2018 (HealthDay News) — New research pinpoints three genes responsible for skeletal development that appear to be connected to chronic back pain. The study authors said their findings could shed new light on the biological factors involved in the development of the condition and lead to […]
Journal of Bone and Mineral Metabolism September 2018, Volume 36, Issue 5, pp 605–608 Abstract Loin pain is frequently not associated with any urinary abnormality. Musculoskeletal abnormalities are not uncommon as alternative cause of flank pain. Osteomalacia of the ribs was infrequently encountered as the cause of flank pain. Vitamin D deficiency has been reported […]
Published Sunday 23 September 2018 As far as health is concerned, video games tend to receive bad press. However, in the case of chronic low back pain, they may make a positive difference to people’s lives. Over the years, the debate surrounding video games and their impact on psychological and physical health has often reached […]
The Spine Journal Volume 18, Issue 9, September 2018, Pages 1632-1636 The Spine Journal R. Kirk OwensII MD Abstract Background Context Although lumbar disc herniation (LDH) classically presents with lower extremity radiculopathy, there are patients who have substantial associated back pain. Purpose The present study aims to determine if patients with LDH with substantial back […]
The Spine Journal Volume 18, Issue 9, September 2018, Pages 1715-1721 The Spine Journal Review Article Background Low back pain (LBP) is a highly prevalent condition and it is associated with significant disability and work absenteeism worldwide. A variety of environmental and individual characteristics have been reported to increase the risk of LBP. To our knowledge, […]
Journal of Physiological and Manipulative Therapeutics September 2018 Volume 41, Issue 7, Pages 561–570 Michèle Annen, MChiroMed Abstract Objective The aim of this study was to determine if there was a difference in outcomes in patients with nonspecific low back pain, both with and without Modic changes (MCs), who received chiropractic care. Methods This prospective […]
JMPT July–August, 2018Volume 41, Issue 6, Pages 445–455 Patricia M. Herman, ND, PhD Abstract Objectives Chronic low back pain (CLBP) and chronic neck pain (CNP) are the most common types of chronic pain, and chiropractic spinal manipulation is a common nonpharmacologic treatment. This study presents the characteristics of a large United States sample of chiropractic […]
Hashem, Lukas E., BSc Spine: September 1, 2018 – Volume 43 – Issue 17 – p 1218-1224 doi: 10.1097/BRS.0000000000002582 Study Design. Retrospective analysis wherein 103 patients were considered, and 76 patients were included: 49 were classified as chronic non-specific low back pain (CNSLBP) (Study group) and 27 had identifiable cases of specific chronic low back pain (LBP) (Control […]
SPINE. Publish Ahead of Print():, AUG 2018 DOI: 10.1097/BRS.0000000000002840 , PMID: 30095796 Issn Print: 0362-2436 Publication Date: 2018/08/07 Tej Azad; Daniel Vail; Jason Bentley; Summer Han; Paola Suarez; Kunal Varshneya; Vaishali Mittal; Anand Veeravagu; Manisha Desai; Jay Bhattacharya; John Ratliff Abstract Study Design. Retrospective longitudinal cohort analysis of patients diagnosed in 2010, with continuous enrollment […]
Clinical Rehabilitation Juan Francisco Lisón Abstract Objective: To investigate the effects that wearing unstable shoes has on disability, trunk muscle activity, and lumbar spine range of motion (ROM) in patients with chronic lower back pain (CLBP). Design: Randomized controlled trial. Setting: Orthopedic Surgery Service. Participants: We randomized 40 adults with nonspecific CLBP either to an […]
Clinical Spine Surgery. Publish Ahead of Print():, JUN 2018 DOI: 10.1097/BSD.0000000000000681 , PMID: 29939845 Issn Print: 2380-0186 Publication Date: 2018/06/22 Tereza Andrasinova Abstract Study Design: This was an observational cross-sectional study. Objective: The purpose of this study was to evaluate whether the degree of stenosis on magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) relates to the severity of […]
Brazilian Journal of Physical Therapy Available online 28 June 2018 Soares Oliveira Highlights • Gender, marital status, BMI, and duration of pain do not influence the prognosis of patients with chronic LBP. • Age has little influence on the clinical improvement of patients with chronic LBP after four weeks of treatment. • Physical therapists can […]
World Neurosurgery Publication History Published online: May 09, 2018 Accepted: April 30, 2018 Received: February 5, 2018 Highlights Cervical myelopathy patients sometimes have nonspecific low back pain (msLBP). Awareness of postoperative changes in msLBP may be helpful in consultation. MsLBP was improved in approximately 50% of patients after cervical myelopathy surgery. MsLBP symptoms fluctuated in […]
Acta Reumatol Port. 2018 Jul 18. [Epub ahead of print] Costa T, Linhares D, Ribeiro da Silva M, Neves N. Abstract BACKGROUND: Low back pain associated with lumbar disc herniation is common in the general population, with evident repercussion in quality of life and a significant economic burden. Patients refractory to conservative treatment seek additional […]