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Chiropractic Beats Epidural Injections for Disc Herniations
FDA warns against the use of epidural injections The FDA issued a warning earlier this year about the use of epidural injections, stating that “Injecting corticosteroids into the epidural space of the spine has been a widespread practice for many decades; however, the effectiveness and safety of the drugs for this use have not been established, […]
Treatment for Infantile Colic in Augusta GA
What is infantile colic? It is fairly common for babies to go through periods when they appear abnormally irritable, fussy, or seem to cry for no reason. Some babies are fussier than others and may even be described as “colicky.” Colic can be defined as excessive crying or fussiness, usually in the late afternoon. It […]
Immediate Benefits of Chiropractic seen on MRI
In a recent study from the Journal of Manipulative and Physiological Therapeutics, Dr. Gregory Cramer, DC, PhD, of the National University of Health Sciences hypothesized that chiropractic adjustments increase gapping between the joints of the vertebrae, which breaks up adhesions and allows the joints to move freely. What does that mean? Better range of motion and improved […]
Treatment with a Neuropathy Specialist in Augusta GA
Neuropathy–also called peripheral neuropathy–refers to any condition that affects the normal activity of the nerves of the peripheral nervous system. The peripheral nervous system is the network of nerves that connects the central nervous system–the brain and spinal cord–to the rest of the body. The peripheral nervous system is made up of three types of […]
AMA Recommends Chiropractic Before Resorting to Surgery
The Journal of the American Medical Association and Chiropractic The Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA) recently published an article regarding back pain, with an intent to educate the public about its causes, symptoms and treatment options. Written by Dr. Dr. Denise M. Goodman, MD., Alison E. Burke, MA., and Dr. Edward H. Livingston, MD., the article suggests patients try […]
Treatment for Hip Pain in Augusta GA
Hip pain is common pain problem, and the causes of hip pain are varied, and include both chronic and acute conditions. Arthritis and Osteoarthritis or degenerative joint disease is one of the most common ailments to affect older individuals. Symptoms of osteoarthritis of the hip can vary. Your first sign may be a bit of […]
Study shows Improvement in Creative Thinking with Chiropractic
Thinking creatively is a state of mind that enables you to approach tasks, problems, and situations with openness to alternatives. It’s basically a way of looking at problems or situations from a fresh perspective that suggests unorthodox solutions. A recent pilot study showed that chiropractic adjustments positively affected creative thinking. The pilot study was published in the […]
Study shows Chiropractic can reverse Aging
In 2005, a landmark study published in the Journal of Vertebral Subluxation found evidence that chiropractic care can reduce oxidative stress in the body. Oxidative stress is essentially an imbalance between the production of free radicals and the ability of the body to counteract or detoxify their harmful effects through neutralization by antioxidants. Oxidative stress leads […]
Treatment for Bell’s Palsy in Augusta GA
What is Bell’s Palsy? Bell’s palsy is a temporary condition that causes certain muscles in your face to weaken or become paralyzed. With Bell’s palsy, it appears as if half of your face is droopy and you can only smile with one side of your […]
Studies Shows Chiropractic Boosts Immunity
There is a growing body of evidence that wellness care provided by doctors of chiropractic may reduce health care costs, improve health behaviors, and enhance patient perceived quality of life. Until recently, little was known about how chiropractic adjustments affected the chemistry of biological processes on a cellular level. Ronald Pero, Ph.D., chief of cancer […]
A Hidden Pandemic: Prescription Related Illness
While consistently proven yet kept silent from the public, the Journal of Evaluation in Clinical Practice recently publishing their findings on the pandemic of prescription related illness. Poignantly stated in the abstract is a powerful statement by its author, Dr. Hugh McGavock, MD: “Prescribed drugs are now a major cause of morbidity and mortality, particularly in the […]
Treatment for Dizziness and Vertigo in Augusta GA
Vertigo is a type of dizziness that can last for a short period of time (minutes) or can last for hours or even days. People who have vertigo may also have nausea and vomiting, and a loss of balance. Vertigo is usually caused by problems within the inner ear. The sensation of movement can be […]
A New Documentary on Healthcare is Released: ESCAPE FIRE
In light of all the recent changes in our American healthcare system, a new documentary on our broken healthcare could not come at a better time. ESCAPE FIRE: The Fight to Rescue American Healthcare is a 2012 feature-length documentary directed by Matthew Heineman and Susan Froemke, which premiered at the Sundance Film Festival. Since ESCAPE FIRE premiered at Sundance, […]
Study on Back Pain Shows Increase in Medical Interventions with No Better Outcomes
In a recent blog post, we had reported that back pain was identified by the World Health Organization (WHO) as the leading cause of disability worldwide. Through the eye-opening study commissioned by WHO, we learned that musculoskeletal conditions such as low back pain have a greater impact on the health of the world population (death […]
Heel Spurs and Plantar Fasciitis Treatment in Augusta GA
Anatomy of the Foot The plantar fascia is a thick, ligamentous connective tissue that runs from the heel bone to the ball of the foot. This strong and tight tissue helps maintain the arch of the foot. It is also one of the major transmitters of weight across the foot as you walk or run. […]
Treatment for Whiplash in Augusta GA
Whiplash is commonly associated with motor vehicle accidents, usually when the vehicle has been hit in the rear, but he injury can be caused by many other ways, including headbanging, bungee jumping and falls. What is whiplash? Whiplash, also called neck sprain or neck strain, is a soft tissue injury to the neck. Whiplash […]
Study Shows Chiropractic Lowers Blood Pressure
University of Chicago Medical Center Study A Chicago-area study of 50 individuals with a misaligned Atlas vertebra (located high in the neck) and high blood pressure showed that after a one-time specialized chiropractic adjustment, blood pressure decreased significantly. The decrease was equal to taking two blood-pressure drugs at once. The results are published in the […]
Treatments for Knee Pain in Augusta GA
The knee has been called the “middle child” of the lower extremities because much of its pain is actually caused by the siblings that surround it, namely the hip and ankle. Poor mobility or instability in either of these of these joints can result in mild to chronic pain in the corresponding knee. For example, Knee […]
Treatment for Infantile Colic in Augusta GA
Colic is a condition where there are repeated bouts of excessive crying in a baby who is otherwise healthy. The definition doctors use is: a baby crying for more than three hours a day, for more than three days a week, for at least three weeks. Despite the research done on colic there is no […]
Treatment for Thoracic Outlet Syndrome in Augusta GA
Causes of Thoracic Outlet Syndrome The most common cause of thoracic outlet syndrome is pressure on the nerves or blood vessels that go to the arms. Sometimes this pressure is caused by an extra first rib or an old fracture of the clavicle, which makes the space of the thoracic outlet narrower. Blood vessels and […]