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References for chiropractic Articles

References for TOPIC ARTICLE: Chiropractic Care of Headache Pain

  1. Sjosten N, Nabi H, Westerlund H et al: Influence of retirement and work stress on headache prevalence: a longitudinal modelling study from the GAZEL Cohort Study. Cephalgia 2011; Jan 10 [epub ahead of print]
  2. Bronfort G, Assendelft W, Evans R, Haas M, Bouter L: Efficacy of spinal manipulation for chronic headache: a systematic review. J of Manipulative and Physiological Therapeutics 2001; 24(7):457-466
  3. Haas M, Groupp E, Aickin M, et al: Dose response for chiropractic care of chronic cervicogenic headache and associated neck pain: a randomized pilot study. J of Manipul and Physiol Therap 2004; 27(9):547-553
  4. Gudavalli MR, Cox JM, Baker JA, Cramer GD, Patwardhan AG: Intervertebral Disc Pressure Changes During The Flexion-Distraction Procedure for Low Back Pain, Proceedings of the International Society for the Study of the Lumbar Spine, Singapore 1997

References for TOPIC ARTICLE: Chiropractic Relief of Low Back Pain

  1. Sakai, T; Sairyo, K; Suzue, N; Kosaka, H; Yasui, N: Incidence And Etiology Of Lumbar Spondylolysis: Review Of The Literature. Journal of Orthopaedic Science 2010;15(3):281-288
  2. McHardy A, Pollard H, Luo K: Golf-related lower back injuries: an epidemiological survey. J Chiropr Med 2007; 6(1):20-26
  3. Frymoyer JD. Back pain and sciatica. N Engl J Med 1988;318:291-300.
  4. Chou R et al: Interventional therapies, surgery, and interdisciplinary rehabilitation for low back pain: an evidence-based clinical practice guideline from the American Pain Society. Spine 2009; 34 (10)
  5. Bigos SJ et al: Acute Low Back Problems in Adults. Clinical Practice Guideline No 14, Agency for Health Care Policy and Research Publication No. 95-0642, Public Health Service, U.S. Dept of Health and Human Services, December, 1994
  6. Shekelle PG,Adams AH, Chassin MR, Hurwitz EL, Brook RH. Spinal manipulation for back pain Ann Intern Med 1992; 117: 590-598
  7. National Board of Chiropractic Examiners, 2010 Report, Practice Analysis of Chiropractic 2010, page 134.
  8. Gudavalli MR, Cox JM, Baker JA, Cramer GD, Patwardhan AG: Intervertebral Disc Pressure Changes During The Flexion-Distraction Procedure for Low Back Pain, Proceedings of the International Society for the Study of the Lumbar Spine, Singapore 1997
  9. Gudavalli, MR, Cambron, JA, et al. A randomized clinical trial and subgroup analysis to compare flexion-distraction with active exercise for chronic low back pain. European Spine Journal 2006; 15(6):1072-82
  10. Cambron JA, Gudavalli M, McGregor M, et al: Amount of health care and self care following a randomized clinical trial comparing flexion-distraction with exercise program for chronic low back pain. Chiropractic and Osteopathy 2006;14:19
  11. Cambron JA, Gudavalli MR, Hedeker D: et al: One year follow up of a randomized clinical trial comparing flexion distraction with an exercise program for chronic low back pain. J Altern Complementary Med 2006:Sept.:12(7):659-68

References for TOPIC ARTICLE: Chiropractic for Low Back Pain During Pregnancy

  1. Ostgaard HC, Andersson GB, Karlsson K: Prevalence of back pain in pregnancy. Spine 1991;16:549 - 552.
  2. Kristiansson P, Svardsudd K, VonSchoultz B: Back pain during pregnancy: a prospective study. Spine 1996;21:702 - 709.
  3. Fast A, Shapiro D, Ducommun EJ, Friedmann LW, Bouklas T, Floman Y: Low back pain in pregnancy. Spine 1987;12:368 - 371.
  4. Albert H, Godskesen M, Westergaard J: Prognosis in four syndromes of pregnancy-related pelvic pain. Acta Obstet Gynecol Scand 2001;80:505 - 510.
  5. Ostgaard HC, Andersson GB: Previous back pain and risk of developing back pain in future pregnancy. Spine 1991;16:432 - 436.
  6. Wang SM, Dezinno P, Maranets I, Berman MR, Caldwell-Andrews AA, Kain: Low back pain during pregnancy: prevalence, risk factors, and outcomes. Obstet Gynecol 2004; 104(1):65-70
  7. Skaggs CD, Prather H, Gross G, George JW, Thompson PA, Nelson DM: Back and pelvic pain in an underserved United States pregnant population: a preliminary descriptive survey. J Manipulative Physiol Ther. 2007;30(2):130 - 134.
  8. Wang SM, DeZinno P, Fermo L: Complementary and alternative medicine for low-back pain in pregnancy: a cross sectional survey. J Altern Complement Med. 2005;11(3):459 - 464
  9. Stuber K: The safety of chiropractic during pregnancy: a pilot email survey of chiropractors' opinions. Clin Chiropr 2007;10(1):24 - 35.
  10. Lisi AJ: Chiropractic spinal manipulation for low back pain of pregnancy: a retrospective case series. J of Midwifery Women's Health 2006; 51(1):e7-10
  11. Kruse R, Gudavalli S, Cambron J: Chiropractic Treatment of a Pregnant Patient with Lumbar Radiculopathy. Journal of Chiropractic Medicine 2007; 6(4):153-158
  12. Quaresma C, Silva C, Secca MF, ONeill J, Branco: Back pain during pregnancy: a longitudinal study. Acta Rheumatol Port 2010; 35(3):346-51

References for SPINE ARTICLE: "A Pain in the Neck!"- Non-Surgical Care Is Better

  1. DeLuigi AJ, Fitzpatrick KF: Physical Examination in Radiculopathy. Phys Medicine and Rehabilitation Clinics of North America 2011;22(1):7-40 
  2. Hancock, Koes B, Ostelo R, Peul W: Diagnostic accuracy of the clinical examination in identifying the level of herniation in patients with sciatica. Spine. POST ACCEPTANCE, 8 January 2011; Spine, Jan 8 [epub ahead of print]
  3. Olivero et al: Results of halter cervical traction for the treatment of cervical radiculopathy: retrospective study of 81 patients. Neurosurg Focus 2002;12(2)
  4. Cleland JA; Whitman JM; Fritz JM; Palmer JA. Manual physical therapy, cervical traction, and strengthening exercises in patients with cervical radiculopathy: A case series. Journal Of Orthopaedic & Sports Physical Therapy 2005;35 (12):802-811
  5. Heckmann JG: Herniated cervical intervertebral discs with radiculopathy: an outcome study of conservatively or surgically treated patients. J Spinal Disorders 1999; 12(5)
  6. Rowland LP: Surgical treatment of cervical spondylotic myelopathy: time for a controlled trial. Neurology 42
  7. Nikolaidis I, Fouyas IP, Sandercock PAG, Statham PF: Surgery for cervical radiculopathy or myelopathy. Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews (1). 2010. p.NIL_1734-NIL_1785
  8. Henderson FC, et al: Stretch associated injury in cervical spondylotic myelopathy: new concept and review. Neurosurgery 2005;56(5)
  9. King JT: Multimodal assessment after surgery for cervical spondylotic myelopathy. J of Neurosurgery – Spine 2005;2(5):526-34
  10. Muhle C et al: In vivo changes in the neuroforaminal size at flexion extension and axial rotation of the cervical spine in healthy persons examined using kinematic magnetic resonance imaging. Spine 2001;26:E287-93
  11. Gudavalli MR, Cox JM, Baker JA, Cramer GD, Patwardhan AG: Intervertebral disc pressure changes during the flexion-distraction procedures for low back pain. Presented at and in the proceedings of the International Society for the Study of the Lumbar Spine Meeting, June 1997, Singapore.
  12. Gudavalli S, Kruse RA. Foraminal stenosis with radiculopathy from a cervical disc herniation in a 33 year old man treated with flexion distraction decompression manipulation. J Manipulative Physiological Therapeutics 2008;31(5):376-80
  13. Kruse RA, Gregerson D: Cervical Spinal stenosis resulting in radiculopathy treated with flexion-distraction manipulation: A case study. J of  the Neuromusculoskeletal System 2002;10(4):141-7
  14. Kruse RA, Schliesser J, DeBono VF: Klippel-Feil syndrome with radiculopathy. Chiropractic management utilizing flexion-distraction technique: a case report. J of Neuromusculoskeletal System 8(4):124
  15. Schliesser JS, Kruse RA, Fleming Fallon L: Cervical radiculopathy treated with chiropractic flexion distraction manipulation: a retrospective study in a private practice setting: J Manipulative Physiological Therapeutics 2003; 26(9)
  16. Kruse RA, Imbarlina F, DeBono VF: Treatment of cervical radiculopathy with flexion distraction. J Manipulative Physiological Therapeutics 2001;24(3):206-209

References for FEATURE EXERCISE: Abdominal Exercises to Prevent Back Pain

  1. Rodacki C, Felix Rodacki AL, Ugrinowitsch C, Zielinski D, da Costa RB: Spinal unloading after abdominal exercises. Clinical Biomechanics 2008;23 (1):8-14
  2. Franca F, Burke T, Hanada E, Marques AP: Segmental stabilization and muscular strengthening in chronic low back pain: a comparative study. Clinics (Sao Paulo) 2010; 65(10):1013-7

References for FEATURE NUTRITION: A Multivitamin for Me? Really? YES!

  1. Bailey RL, Gahche JJ, Lentino CV, Dwyer JT, Engel JS, Thomas PR, Betz JM, Sempos CT, Picciano MF: Dietary supplement use in the United States, 2003-2006. J Nutr. 2011 Feb;141(2):261-6. Epub 2010 Dec 22.
  2. Radimer K, Bindewald B, Hughes J, Ervin B, Swanson C, Picciano MF: Dietary supplement use by US adults: data from the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey, 1999-2000. Am J Epidemiol. 2004 Aug 15;160(4):339-49.
  3. Mullie P, Clarys P, Hulens M, Vansant G: Socioeconomic, health, and dietary determinants of multivitamin supplements use in Belgium. Int J Public Health. 2010 Nov 3. [Epub ahead of print]
  4. Block G, Jensen CD, Norkus EP, Dalvi TB, Wong LG, McManus JF, Hudes M: Usage patterns, health, and nutritional status of long-term multiple dietary supplement users: a cross-sectional study. Nutr J. 2007 Oct 24;6:30.
  5. Hasan S, Bilal N, Naqvi S, Ashraf GM, Suhail N, Sharma S, Banu N: Multivitamin-Mineral and Vitamins (E + C) Supplementation Modulate Chronic Unpredictable Stress-Induced Oxidative Damage in Brain and Heart of Mice. Biol Trace Elem Res. 2010 Jul 16. [Epub ahead of print]
  6. Haskell CF, Robertson B, Jones E, Forster J, Jones R, Wilde A, Maggini S, Kennedy DO: Effects of a multi-vitamin/mineral supplement on cognitive function and fatigue during extended multi-tasking. Hum Psychopharmacol. 2010 Aug;25(6):448-61.
  7. Barringer TA: Effect of a multivitamin and mineral supplement on infection and quality of life. Annals of Internal Medicine 2003;138(5)
  8. Delmi M, Rapin et al:Dietary supplementation in elderly patients with fractured neck of the femur. LANCET 1990;335, April 28, 1990
  9. Bendich A: Potential health economic benefits of vitamin supplementation. West J Med 1997;166:306-312
  10. Brough L, Rees GA, Crawford MA, Morton RH, Dorman EK: Effect of multiple-micronutrient supplementation on maternal nutrient status, infant birth weight and gestational age at birth in a low-income, multi-ethnic population. Br J Nutr. 2010 Aug;104(3):437-45. Epub 2010 Apr 23.

References for FEATURE EXERCISE: "Fatty" Neck Muscles? Yes! Tone them up.

  1. Gogia P, Sabbahi M: EMG analysis of neck muscle fatigue in patients with osteoarthritis of the cervical spine. Spine 1994; 19(5):502-6
  2. Hallgren R, Greenman P, Rechtien J: Atrophy of suboccipital muscles in patients with chronic pain: a pilot study. J Am Osteopath Assoc 1994; 94(12):1032-8
  3. Parkkola R, Rytokoski U, Kormano M: Magnetic resonance imaging of the discs and trunk muscles in patients with chronic low back pain and healthy control subjects. Spine 1993; 18(7):830-6
  4. Alaranta H, Tallroth K, Soukka A, Heliovaara M: Fat content of lumbar extensor muscles and low back disability: a radiographic and clinical comparison. J Spinal Disorders 1993; 6(2):137-40
  5. Flicker P, Fleckenstein J, Ferry K, Payne J, Ward C, Mayer T, Parkey R, Peshock R: Lumbar muscle usage in chronic low back pain. Magnetic resonance image evaluation. Spine 1993; 18(5):582-6
  6. Cecchi F, Molino-Lova R, Paperini A, Boni R, et al: Predictors of short- and long-term outcome in patients with chronic non-specific neck pain undergoing an exercise-based rehabilitation program: a prospective cohort study with 1-year follow-up. Intern Emerg Med 2010 Dec 14. [Epub ahead of print]
  7. Sihawong R, Janwantanakul P, Sitthipornvorakul E, Pensri P: Exercise Therapy for Office Workers With Nonspecific Neck Pain: A Systematic Review. 2011; 34(1): 62-71
  8. Hurwitz E, Carraggee E, van der Velde G et al: Treatment of Neck Pain: Noninvasive Interventions: Results of the Bone and Joint Decade 2000–2010 Task Force on Neck Pain and Its Associated Disorders. 2009; 32(2 Suppl):S141-S175
  9. Ylinen J, Takala E, Nykanen M, Hakkinen A, Malkia E, Pohiolainen T, Karppi S, Kautiainen H, Airaksinen O: Active neck muscle training in the treatment of chronic neck pain in women: a randomized controlled trial. JAMA 2003;289(19):2509-16.
  10. Mellin G, Harkapaa K, Vanharanta H, Hupli M, Heinonen R, Jarvikoski A: Outcome of a multimodal treatment including intensive physical training of patients with chronic low back pain. Spine 1993; 18(7):825-9

References for FEATURE ARTICLE: Want to Work? Have Low Back Pain? Try Non-Surgical Care.

  1. Cifuentes M, Willetts J, Wasiak R: Health Maintenance Care in Work-Related Low Back Pain and Its Association With Disability Recurrence. J Occup Environ Med. 2011 Mar 14. [Epub ahead of print]
  2. Nguyen T, Randolph D, Talmage  J, Succop P, Travis R: Long-term Outcomes of Lumbar Fusion Among Workers’ Compensation Subjects: A Historical Cohort Study. Spine 2011;36(4):320–331
  3. Senna MK, Machaly S: Does Maintained Spinal Manipulation Therapy For Chronic Non-Specific Low Back Pain Result In Better Long Term Outcome? Spine (Phila Pa 1976). 2011 Jan 17. [Epub ahead of print]
  4. Bishop PB, Quon JA, Fisher CG, Dvorak MF: The Chiropractic Hospital-based Interventions Research Outcomes (CHIRO) study: a randomized controlled trial on the effectiveness of clinical practice guidelines in the medical and chiropractic management of patients with acute mechanical low back pain. Spine J. 2010 Dec;10(12):1055-64.
  5. Degenais S, Gay R, Tricco A, Freeman M, Mayer J:NASS Contemporary Concepts in Spine Care: Spinal Manipulation Therapy For Acute Low Back Pain. Spine Journal 2010;10(10):918-940
  6. Gudavalli MR, Cox JM, Baker JA, Cramer GD, Patwardhan AG: Intervertebral disc pressure changes during the flexion-distraction procedures for low back pain. Presented at and in the proceedings of the International Society for the Study of the Lumbar Spine Meeting, June 1997, Singapore.
  7. Gudavalli R IN Cox JM: Low Back Pain: Mechanism, Diagnosis, Treatment, 6th edition, Lippincott Williams and Wilkins, 1999

References for SPINE ARTICLE: Non-Surgical Chiropractic Care of the Older Low Back Pain Spine

  1. Ploumis A, Liu H, Mehbod A, Transfeld E, Winter R: A Correlations of Radiographic and Functional Measurements in Adult Degenerative Scoliosis. Spine 2009; 34(15):1581-1584
  2. Ploumis A, Transfledt EE, Denis F: Degenerative lumbar scoliosis associated with spinal stenosis. Spine Journal 2007; 7(4):428-436
  3. Killinger LZ: Chiropractic and geriatrics: a review of the training, role, and scope of chiropractic in caring for aging patients. Clin Geriatr Med 2004;20(2):223-35.
  4. Gudavalli MR, Cox JM, Baker JA, Cramer GD, Patwardhan AG: Intervertebral disc pressure changes during the flexion-distraction procedures for low back pain. Presented at and in the proceedings of the International Society for the Study of the Lumbar Spine Meeting, June 1997, Singapore.
  5. Gudavalli R IN Cox JM: Low Back Pain: Mechanism, Diagnosis, Treatment, 6th edition, Lippincott Williams and Wilkins, 1999
  6. Han G; Cho M; Nam G; Moo, T; Kim J; Kim S; Hong S; Cho B: The Effects On Muscle Strength And Visual Analog Scale Pain Of Aquatic Therapy For Individuals With Low Back Pain. Journal Of Physical Therapy Science 2011;23(1):57-60
  7. Lim ECW, Poh RLC, Low AY, Wong WP:  Effects of Pilates-Based Exercises on Pain and Disability in Individuals With Persistent Nonspecific Low Back Pain: A Systematic  Review With Meta-analysis. Journal Of Orthopaedic & Sports Physical Therapy 2011;41(2):70-79

References for FEATURE NUTRITION: Are you fat enough?

  1. Nowak JZ: Anti-inflammatory pro-resolving derivatives of omega-3 and omega-6 polyunsaturated fatty acids. Postepy Hig Med Dosw (Online). 2010 Mar 17;64:115-32. [Article in Polish]
  2. Hall MN, Campos H, Li H, Sesso HD, Stampfer MJ, Willett WC, Ma J: Blood levels of long-chain polyunsaturated fatty acids, aspirin, and the risk of colorectal cancer. Cancer Epidemiol Biomarkers Prev. 2007;16(2):314-21.
  3. Daniel CR, McCullough ML, Patel RC, Jacobs EJ, Flanders WD, Thun MJ, Calle EE: Dietary intake of omega-6 and omega-3 fatty acids and risk of colorectal cancer in a prospective cohort of U.S. men and women. Cancer Epidemiol Biomarkers Prev. 2009 Feb;18(2):516-25
  4. Aronson WJ, Glaspy JA, Reddy ST, Reese D, Heber D, Bagga D: Modulation of omega-3/omega-6 polyunsaturated ratios with dietary fish oils in men with prostate cancer. Urology. 2001;58(2):283-288
  5. Misra A, Sharma R, Gulati S, et al with The National Dietary Guidelines Consensus Group: Consensus Dietary Guidelines for Healthy Living and Prevention of Obesity, the Metabolic Syndrome, Diabetes, and Related Disorders in Asian Indians. Diabetes Technol Ther. 2011 Apr 13. [Epub ahead of print]
  6. Calder PC, Dangour AD, Diekman C, Eilander A, et al. Essential fats for future health. Proceedings of the 9th Unilever Nutrition Symposium, 26-27 May 2010. Eur J Clin Nutr. 2010 Dec;64 Suppl 4:S1-13.
  7. Kruger MC, Horrobin DF (September 1997). Calcium metabolism, osteoporosis and essential fatty acids: a review. Progress in Lipid Research 1997;36 (2-3): 131–51.
  8. Cortina MS, Bazan HE. Docosahexaenoic acid, protectins and dry eye. Curr Opin Clin Nutr Metab Care. 2011 Mar;14(2):132-7.
  9. McCusker MM, Grant-Kels JM. Healing fats of the skin: the structural and immunologic roles of the omega-6 and omega-3 fatty acids. Clin Dermatol. 2010 Jul-Aug;28(4):440-51.
  10. Logan A: "Omega-3 fatty acids and major depression: a primer for the mental health professional". Lipids in Health and Disease 2004; 3 (1): 25.
  11. Rees A, Austin M, Parker G: Role of omega 3 fatty acids as a treatment for depression in the perinatal period. Australian and New Zealand J of Psychiatry 2005;39(4):274-280
  12. Huss M, Völp A, Stauss-Grabo M: Supplementation of polyunsaturated fatty acids, magnesium and zinc in children seeking medical advice for attention-deficit/hyperactivity problems - an observational cohort study. Lipids Health Dis. 2010 Sep 24;9:105
  13. Simopoulos AP: Evolutionary Aspects of Diet: The Omega-6/Omega-3 Ratio and the Brain. Mol Neurobiol. 2011 Jan 29. [Epub ahead of print]
  14. Goldberg RJ, Katz J. A meta-analysis of the analgesic effects of omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acid supplementation for inflammatory joint pain. Pain. 2007 Feb 28; [Epub ahead of print]
  15. Farina E, Kiel D, Roubenoff R, Schaefer E, Cupples L, Tucker K: Protective effects of fish intake and interactive effects of long-chain polyunsaturated fatty acid intakes on hip bone mineral density in older adults: the Framingham Osteoporosis Study. American Journal of Clinical Nutrition 2011;93(5):1142-1151
References for FEATURE ARTICLE: "I didn't do anything and I have the worst back pain ever!"
  1. Nyiendo J, Haas M, Goodwin P: Patient characteristics, practice activities, and one-month outcomes for chronic, recurrent low-back pain treated by chiropractors and family medicine physicians: a practice-based feasibility study. J Manipulative Physiol Ther 2000;23(4):239-45.
  2. Nyiendo J, Haas M, Goldberg B, Sexton G: Pain, disability, and satisfaction outcomes and predictors of outcomes: a practice-based study of chronic low back pain patients attending primary care and chiropractic physicians. J Manipulative Physiol Ther 2001;24(7):433-9.  
  3. Haas M, Goldberg B, Aickin M, Ganger B, Attwood M: A practice-based study of patients with acute and chronic low back pain attending primary care and chiropractic physicians: two-week to 48-month follow-up. J Manipulative Physiol Ther. 2004;27(3):160-9.
  4. Cifuentes, M; Willetts, J; Wasiak, R. Health Maintenance Care in Work-Related Low Back Pain and Its Association With Disability Recurrence. Journal Of Occupational And Environmental Medicine 2011;53 (4):396-404
  5. Takahashi K: Nerve root pressure in lumbar disc herniation. Spine 1999; 24(19):2003  

References for EXERCISE ARTICLE: "Stand Up Straight" Posture is Important.

  1. Bonetti F, Curti S, Mattioli S, Mugnai R, Vanti C, Violante FS, Pillastrini P:  Effectiveness of a 'Global Postural Reeducation' program for persistent Low Back Pain: a non-randomized controlled trial. BMC Musculoskeletal Disorders 2010; 11:NIL_1-NIL_12
  2. Claeys K, Brumagne S, Dankaerts W, Kiers H, Janssens L: Decreased variability in postural control strategies in young people with non-specific low back pain is associated with altered proprioceptive reweighting. European Journal of Applied Physiology 2011; 111 (1): 115-123 (JAN 2011)
  3. Capson AC, Nashed J, Mclean L: The role of lumbopelvic posture in pelvic floor muscle activation in continent women. Journal of Electromyography And Kinesiology 21(1): 166-177 (FEB 2011)

References for NUTRITION: Arthritis and Back Pain Relief

  1. Guehring T,  Omlor G,  Lorenz H,  Engelleiter K,  Richter W, Carstens C, Kroeber M: Disc Distraction Shows Evidence of Regenerative Potential in Degenerated Intervertebral Discs as Evaluated by Protein Expression, Magnetic Resonance Imaging, and Messenger Ribonucleic Acid Expression Analysis. Spine 2006; 31(15):1658-1665
  2. Hochberg MC, Clegg DO: Potential effects of chondroitin sulfate on joint swelling: a GAIT report. Arthritis Rheum 2009 Feb;60(2):524-33
  3. Welburn M: Shotgun approach may quell arthritis, rheumatism, and back pain. Arthritis Research. 1994 Sept. 15-22

References to SPINE: DISC DEGENERATION IN NECK AND LOW BACK CO-EXIST

  1. Pearce: J of Orthop Res 5(2)
  2. Okada E, Matsumoto M, Fujiwara H, Toyama Y: Disc Degeneration Of Cervical Spine On MRI In Patients With Lumbar Disc Herniation: Comparison Study With Asymptomatic Volunteers. European Spine Journal 2011;20(4):585-591
 Reference for SPINE: Degenerative Disc Disease Alters Motion, Causes Pain
  1. Li WS, Wang SB, Xia Q, Passias P, Kozanek M, Wood K, Li GA: Lumbar Facet Joint Motion in Patients with Degenerative Disc Disease at Affected and Adjacent Levels An In Vivo Biomechanical Study. Spine 2011; 36 (10):E629-E637

Reference for EXERCISE: Exercise Like a Cheerleader!

 

Greenstein J, Bishop BN, Edward JS, Topp RV: The Effects Of A Closed-Chain, Eccentric Training Program On Hamstring Injuries Of A Professional Football Cheerleading Team. Journal Of Manipulative And Physiological Therapeutics 2011;34(3):195-200 

References for FEATURE: Ashburn Chiropractic for Migraine Relief

  1. Chaibi A; Tuchin PJ; Russell MB:  Manual Therapies For Migraine: A Systematic Review. Journal Of Headache And Pain 2011;12(2):127-133
  2. Bronfort G,  Assendelft W, Evans R.  Haas M, Bouter L:  Efficacy of spinal manipulation for chronic headache: A systematic review. J of Manipulative and Physiological Therapeutics 2001;24(7):457-466
  3. Bryans R, Descarreaux M, Duranleau M, Marcoux H, Potter B, Ruegg R, Shaw L, Watkin R, White E:Evidence-Based Guidelines for the Chiropractic Treatment of Adults With Headache. J of Manipulative and Physiological Therapeutics  2011;34(5):274-289

References for SPINE: Ashburn Relief for Chronic Pain May Lead to Brain Regeneration

  1. Healey EL, Burden AM, McEwan IM, Fowler NE:  Diurnal Variation In Stature: Do Those With Chronic Low-Back Pain Differ From Asymptomatic Controls? Clinical Biomechanics 2011;26(4):331-336
  2. Sengul YS, Algun C, Arda MN, Ozer E, Angin S:  Health Locus of Control Beliefs and Postural Control in Chronic Low Back Pain Patients. Journal Of Neurological Sciences-Turkish 2011;28(2):222-235
  3. Yahia A, Jribi S, Ghroubi S, Elleuch M, Baklouti S, Elleuch MH: Evaluation of the posture and muscular strength of the Trunk and inferior members of patients with chronic lumbar pain. Joint Bone Spine 78 (3). MAY 2011. p.291-297
  4. Seminowicz DA,  Wideman TH,  Naso L,  Hatami-Khoroushahi Z,  Fallatah S,  Ware MA,  Jarzem P,  Bushnell MC,  Shir Y,  Ouellet JA,  Stone LS: Treatment of Chronic Low Back Pain in Humans Reverses Abnormal Brain Anatomy and Function. Journal Of Neuroscience 2011;31(20):7540-7550
  5. Cox, JM. Low Back Pain: Mechanism, Diagnosis, Treatment. 6th edition. Philadephia: Lippincott, Williams & Wilkins, 1999, pgs. 284-291
  6. Schliesser JS, Kruse RA, Fleming Fallon L: Cervical radiculopathy treated with chiropractic flexion distraction manipulation: a retrospective study in a private practice setting. Journal of Manipulative and Physiological Therapeutics 2003; 26(9):592-596

References for NUTRITION: Stop the Yo-Yo! The Benefits of Weight Loss

  1. Cereda E, Malavazos AE, Caccialanza R, Rondanelli M, Fatati G, Barichella M: Weight cycling is associated with body weight excess and abdominal fat accumulation: A cross-sectional study. Clin Nutr. 2011 Jul 15. [Epub ahead of print]
  2. Siervo M, Arnold R, Wells JC, Tagliabue A, Colantuoni A, Albanese E, Brayne C, Stephan BC: Intentional weight loss in overweight and obese individuals and cognitive function: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Obes Rev. 2011 Jul 18. doi: 10.1111/j.1467-789X.2011.00903.x. [Epub ahead of print]
  3. Kotowski SE, Davis KG: Influence of weight loss on musculoskeletal pain: Potential short-term relevance. Work. 2010;36(3):295-304.
  4. Roffey DM, Ashdown LC, Dornan HD, Creech MJ, Dagenais S, Dent RM, Wai EK: Pilot evaluation of a multidisciplinary, medically supervised, nonsurgical weight loss program on the severity of low back pain in obese adults. Spine J. 2011 Mar;11(3):197-204.
  5. Urquhart DM, Berry P, Wluka AE, Strauss BJ, Wang YY, Proietto J, Jones G, Dixon JB, Cicuttini FM:  2011 Young Investigator Award Winner: Increased Fat Mass Is Associated With High Levels of Low Back Pain Intensity and Disability. Spine 2011;36(16):1320-1325

Reference for EXERCISE: Don’t Be Afraid To Move If You Have Back Pain!

  1. Dawson AP,  Schluter PJ,  Hodges PW,  Stewart S,  Turner C: Fear Of Movement, Passive Coping, Manual Handling, And Severe Or Radiating Pain Increase The Likelihood Of Sick Leave Due To Low Back Pain.  Pain 2011;152(7):1517-1524

References for CHIROPRACTIC TOPIC: Ashburn Back Pain

  1. Breuer, B; Cruciani, R; Portenoy, RK:  Pain Management by Primary Care Physicians, Pain Physicians, Chiropractors, and Acupuncturists: A National Survey. Southern Medical Journal 2010;103(8):738-747
  2. Cox, JM, Feller JA, Cox JA: Distraction Chiropractic Adjusting: Clinical Application, Treatment Algorithms, and Clinical Outcomes of 1000 Cases Studied. Topics in Clinical Chiropractic 1996; (3)3:45-59, 79-81

References for CHIROPRACTIC TOPIC: Ashburn CHIROPRACTIC

  1. Deyo RA, Tsui-Wu YJ. Descriptive epidemiology of low-back pain and its related medical care in the United States. Spine (Phila Pa 1976). 1987 Apr;12(3):264-8.
  2. Davis, MA; Sirovich, BE; Weeks, WB. Utilization and Expenditures on Chiropractic Care in the United States from 1997 to 2006. Health Services Research 2010;45 (3):748-761
  3. Shekelle PG,Adams AH, Chassin MR, Hurwitz EL, Brook RH. Spinal manipulation for back pain. Ann Intern Med 1992; 117: 590-598
  4. Liliedahl RL, Finch M, Axene DV, Goertz C: Cost of Care for Common Back Pain Conditions Initiated With Chiropractic Doctor vs Medical Doctor/Doctor of Osteopathy as First Physician: Experience of One Tennessee-Based General Health Insurer. Journal of Manipulative and Physiological Therapeutics 2010; 33(9): 640-643 (November 2010)
  5. National Board of Chiropractic Examiners, 2010 Report, Practice Analysis of Chiropractic 2010, page 134.
  6. Atlas S, Keller RB, Wu YA, Deyo RA, Singer DE: Long Term Outcomes Of Surgical And Non Surgical Management Of Sciatica Secondary To Lumbar Disc Herniation: 10 Year Results From The Maine Lumbar Spine Study. Spine 2005;30(8)
  7. Atlas SJ, Keller RB, Su YA, Deyo RA, Singer DE. Long Term Outcomes Of Surgical And Nonsurgical Management Of Lumbar Spinal Stenosis:  8 To 10 Year Results From The Maine Lumbar Spine Study. Spine 2005;30(8)
  8. Phelan SP, Knox DG, Hubka MJ, Ainbinder DA: An Evaluation Of Medical And Chiropractic Provider Utilization And Costs: Treating Injured Workers In North Carolina. Journal of Manipulative and Physiological Therapeutics 2004; 27(7):442-448

References for CHIROPRACTIC TOPIC: ARM PAIN RELIEF

  1. Schliesser JS, Kruse RA, Fleming Fallon L: Cervical radiculopathy treated with chiropractic flexion distraction manipulation: a retrospective study in a private practice setting. J of Manipulative and Physiological Therapeutics 2003; 26(9):592-596
  3. Kruse RA, Gregerson D: Cervical Spinal stenosis resulting in radiculopathy treated with flexion-distraction manipulation: A case study. J of  the Neuromusculoskeletal System  2002;10(4):141-7 
References for SPINE: Blame It on Mom! Back Pain’s in the Genes
  1. Hyun SJ, Park BG, Rhim SC, Bae CW, Lee JK, Roh SW, Jeon SR: A Haplotype at the COL9A2 Gene Locus Contributes to the Genetic Risk for Lumbar Spinal Stenosis in the Korean Population. Spine 2011;36(16):1273-1278
  2. Campbell AC, Briggs AM, O'Sullivan PB, Smith AJ, Burnett AF, Moss P, Straker LM: An Exploration of the Relationship Between Back Muscle Endurance and Familial, Physical, Lifestyle, and Psychosocial Factors in Adolescents and Young Adults. Journal Of Orthopaedic & Sports Physical Therapy 2011;41(7):486-495 
  3. Muraki S, Akune T, Oka H, En-yo Y, Yoshida M, Saika A, Suzuki T, Yoshida H, Ishibashi H, Tokimura F, Yamamoto S, Nakamura K, Kawaguchi H, Yoshimura N:  Health-Related Quality of Life in Subjects With Low Back Pain and Knee Pain in a Population-Based Cohort Study of Japanese Men The Research on Osteoarthritis Against Disability Study. Spine 2011;36(16):1312-1319
  5. Lin CWC, Haas M, Maher CG, Machado LAC, van Tulder MW:  Cost-Effectiveness Of Guideline-Endorsed Treatments For Low Back Pain: A Systematic Review. European Spine Journal 2011;20(7):1024-1038
References for FEATURE: No Adverse Effects for FBSS Patients to Cox Technic, Just Pain Relief 
  1. Hamilton DK, Smith JS, Sansur CA, Glassman SD, Ames CP, Berven SH, Polly DW Jr, Perra JH, Knapp DR, Boachie-Adjei O, McCarthy RE, Shaffrey CI:  Rates of New Neurological Deficit Associated With Spine Surgery Based on 108,419 Procedures. Spine 2011;36(15):1218-1228    
  2. Kruse RA, Cambron J: Chiropractic management of postsurgical lumbar spine pain: a retrospective study of 32 cases. J of Manipulative and Physiological Therapeutics 2011; Jul-Aug;34(6):408-12.
  3. Lin CWC, Haas M, Maher CG, Machado LAC, van Tulder MW:  Cost-Effectiveness Of Guideline-Endorsed Treatments For Low Back Pain: A Systematic Review. European Spine Journal 2011;20(7):1024-1038

References for EXERCISE: Where are the Erector Spinae? Chiropractic & Exercise are Good for Them!

  1. Cox JM, Feller JA, Cox JA: Distraction Chiropractic Adjusting: Clinical Application, Treatment Algorithms, and Clinical Outcomes of 1000 Cases Studied. Topics in Clinical Chiropractic 1996; (3)3:45-59, 79-81

References for NUTRITION: The Prune & Pomegranate: Great “P” Fruits!

  1. Posadino AM, Cossu A, Piga A, Madrau MA, Del Caro A, Colombino M, Paglietti B, Rubino S, Iaccarino C, Crosio C, Sanna B, Pintus G: Prune melanoidins protect against oxidative stress and endothelial cell death. Front Biosci (Elite Ed) 2011;3:1034-41 (June 1, 2011)
  2. Jabeen Q, Aslam N: The Pharmacological Activities Of Prunes: The Dried Plums.  Journal Of Medicinal Plants Research 2011;5(9):1508-1511
  3. Faria A, Calhau C: The bioactivity of pomegranate: impact on health and disease. Crit Rev Food Sci Nutr 2011;51(7):626-34 (Aug 2011)

References for FEATURE: Ashburn’s Chiropractic Relieves Chronic Low Back Pain

  1. Quinones JVM, Aso J, Consolini F, Arregui R: Long-Term Outcomes Of Lumbar Microdiscectomy In A Working Class Sample. Neurocirugia 2011;22(3):235-244
  2. Senna MK, Machaly SA: Does Maintained Spinal Manipulation Therapy for Chronic Nonspecific Low Back Pain Result in Better Long-Term Outcome? Spine 2011;36(18):1427-1437
  3. Seay JF, Van Emmerik REA, Hamill J: Low Back Pain Status Affects Pelvis-Trunk Coordination And Variability During Walking And Running. Clinical Biomechanics 2011;26(6):572-578
Reference for SPINE: Auto Accident? No worry! Poulin Chiropractic of Herndon and Ashburn’s Chiropractic Can Help!
  1. Cheung I, McCartt AT: Declines in fatal crashes of older drivers: changes in crash risk and survivability. Accid Anal Prev. 2011 May;43(3):666-74. Epub 2010 Nov 18.
  2. Masten S, Foss R, Marshall S: Graduated driver licensing and fatal crashes involving 16- to 19-year old drivers. JAMA 2011; 306(10):1098-1103
  3. Ooi SS, Wong SV, Yeap JS, Umar R: Relationship Between Cervical Spine Injury and Helmet Use in Motorcycle Road Crashes. Asia-Pacific Journal Of Public Health 2011;23(4):608-619

References for NUTRITION: Broccoli: The Super Vegetable

  1. http://www.newworldencyclopedia.org/entry/Carotenoid   sourced on 9/22/11
  2. Ambrosone CB, Tang L. Cruciferous vegetable intake and cancer prevention: role of nutrigenetics. Cancer Prev Res (Phila Pa). 2009 Apr;2(4):298-300. 2009
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  6. Vasanthi HR, Mukherjee S, Das DK: Potential health benefits of broccoli- a chemico-biological overview. Mini Rev Med Chem. 2009 Jun;9(6):749-59  

References for EXERCISE: Don’t Be Lazy! You Don’t Want Chronic Pain in Your Lower Back or Neck/Shoulders

References for FEATURE: Watch Out, Ashburn Men Who Do Too Much!

  1. Sorensen IG,  Jacobsen P,  Gyntelberg F,  Suadicani P: Occupational and Other Predictors of Herniated Lumbar Disc Disease-A 33-Year Follow-up in The Copenhagen Male Study. Spine 2011 36(19):1541-1546
  2. O'Connell GD, Jacobs NT, Sen S, Vresilovic EJ, Elliott DM: Axial Creep Loading And Unloaded Recovery Of The Human Intervertebral Disc And The Effect Of Degeneration. Journal Of The Mechanical Behavior Of Biomedical Materials 2011;4(7):933-942
  3. Malandrino A, Noailly J, Lacroix D: The Effect of Sustained Compression on Oxygen Metabolic Transport in the Intervertebral Disc Decreases with Degenerative Changes. PLOS Computational Biology 2011;7(8):NIL_57-NIL_68
  4. Vo N, Wang D, Sowa G, Witt W, Ngo K, Coelho P, Bedison R, Byer B, Studer R, Lee J, Di YP, Kang J:  Differential Effects of Nicotine and Tobacco Smoke Condensate on Human Annulus Fibrosus Cell Metabolism. Journal Of Orthopaedic Research 2011;29(10):1585-1591
  5. Walter  BA, Korecki  CL, Purmessur  D, Roughley  PJ, Michalek  AJ, Iatridis  JC: Complex Loading Affects Intervertebral Disc Mechanics And Biology. Osteoarthritis And Cartilage 2011;19(8):1011-1018
  6. Lundberg  M, Frennered  K, Hagg  O, Styf  J: The Impact of Fear-Avoidance Model Variables on Disability in Patients With Specific or Nonspecific Chronic Low Back Pain. Spine 2011;36(19):1547-1553

References for NUTRITION: The Pumpkin:  Not Just For Pie! Eat the Seeds! Try the Oil!

  1. http://urbanext.illinois.edu/pumpkins/facts.cfm
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  5. Ejike CE, Ezeanyika LU: Inhibition of the experimental induction of benign prostatic hyperplasia: a possible role for fluted pumpkin (Telfairia occidentalis Hook f.) seeds. Urol Int. 2011;87(2):218-24. Epub 2011 Jun 28.
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References for SPINE: Kids’ Spinal Health: Care Tips

  1. Samartzis D, Karppinen J, Mok F, Fong DYT, Luk KDK, Cheung KMC: A Population-Based Study of Juvenile Disc Degeneration and Its Association with Overweight and Obesity, Low Back Pain, and Diminished Functional Status. Journal Of Bone And Joint Surgery-American Volume 2011; 93A (7):662-670  (APR 6 2011)           
  2. Okada E, Matsumoto M, Fujiwara H, Toyama Y: Disc degeneration of cervical spine on MRI in patients with lumbar disc herniation: comparison study with asymptomatic volunteers. European Spine Journal 2011; 20(4):585-591  (APR 2011)

 References for EXERCISE: Exercise is Beneficial for Leg Pain Relief

  1. Huber J, Lisinski P, Samborski W, Wytrazek M: The Effect Of Early Isometric Exercises On Clinical And Neurophysiological Parameters In Patients With Sciatica: An Interventional Randomized Single-Blinded Study. Isokinetics And Exercise Science 2011;19(3):207-214
  2. Parmenter BJ, Raymond J, Dinnen P, Singh MAF: A Systematic Review Of Randomized Controlled Trials: Walking Versus Alternative Exercise Prescription As Treatment For Intermittent Claudication.  Atherosclerosis 2011;218(1):1-12
  3. Bressel E, Dolny DG, Gibbons M: Trunk Muscle Activity during Exercises Performed on Land and in Water. Medicine And Science In Sports And Exercise 2011;43(10):1927-1932

References for NUTRITION: Tryptophan: A Sleepy Amino Acid

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References for FEATURE: No MRI for Chronic Low Back Pain. Really?

  1. Chou D, Samartzis D, Bellabarba C, Patel A, Luk K, Kisser J, Skelly A: Degenerative Magnetic Resonance Imaging Changes in Patients With Chronic Low Back Pain: A Systematic Review. Study Design. Systematic review. Spine: 2011;36:S43-S53
  2. Roudsari B, Jarvik JG:  Lumbar Spine MRI for Low Back Pain: Indications and Yield.  American Journal Of Roentgenology 2010;195(3):550-559
  3. van Tulder M, Becker A, Bekkering T, Breen A, del Real MTG, Hutchinson A, Koes B, Laerum E, Malmivaara A: Chapter 3 - European guidelines for the management of acute nonspecific low back pain in primary care. European Spine Journal 15 (SUPPL). MAR 2006. p.S169-S191
  4. Williams CM, Maher CG, Hancock MJ, McAuley JH, McLachlan AJ, Britt H, Fahridin S, Harrison C, Latimer J: Low Back Pain and Best Practice Care A Survey of General Practice Physicians. Archives Of Internal Medicine 170 (3). FEB 8 2010. p.271-277
  6. Breuer B, Cruciani R, Portenoy RK: Pain Management by Primary Care Physicians, Pain Physicians, Chiropractors, and Acupuncturists: A National Survey. Southern Medical Journal 103 (8). AUG 2010. p.738-747
References for FEATURE: Chiropractic Improves Neck Pain for Veterans and Civilians Alike
  1. Dunn AS, Green BN, Formolo LR, Chicoine DR: Chiropractic Management For Veterans With Neck Pain: A Retrospective Study Of Clinical Outcomes. Journal Of Manipulative And Physiological Therapeutics 2011;34(8 SP ISS):533-538
  2. Manison A: Chiropractic management using Cox cervical flexion-distraction technique for a disk herniation with left foraminal narrowing in a 64-year-old man. J of Chiropractic Medicine 2011; 10(4):316-321

References for SPINE: Ashburn Chiropractic Benefits Degenerative Disc Disease

  1. Jackson AR, Huang CYC, Brown MD, Gu WY:3D Finite Element Analysis of Nutrient Distributions and Cell Viability in the Intervertebral Disc: Effects of Deformation and Degeneration. Journal Of Biomechanical Engineering-Transactions Of The ASME 2011;133(9):NIL_39-NIL_45
  2. Takatalo J, Karppinen J, Niinimäki J, Taimela S, Näyhä S, Mutanen P, Sequeiros R, Kyllönen E, Tervonen O:  Does Lumbar Disc Degeneration on Magnetic Resonance Imaging Associate With Low Back Symptom Severity in Young Finnish Adults? Spine 2011;36(25):2180–2189

References for NUTRITION: Ashburn Chiropractic Nutrition Tip for Osteoporosis: Flaxseed  Oil

  1. Casey T R, Bamforth CW; Silicon in beer and brewing. Journal of the Science of Food and Agriculture 2010; 90: 784–788. doi: 10.1002/jsfa.3884
  2. Kim Y, Ilich JZ: Implications Of Dietary Alpha-Linolenic Acid In Bone Health. Nutrition 2011;27(11-12):1101-1107 

References for EXERCISE: Ashburn Chiropractor Encourages Exercise to Prolong Pain Relief

  1. Gerin CG; Smith K; Hill S; Hil, A; Madueke IC: Motor Activity Affects Dopaminergic and Noradrenergic Systems of the Dorsal Horn of the Rat Lumbar Spinal Cord. Synapse 2011;65(12):1282-1288

References for CHIROPRACTIC TOPIC: Back Pain During Pregnancy

  1. http://www.americanpregnancy.org/pregnancyhealth/foodstoavoid.html
  2. Kristiansson P, Svardsudd K, VonScholultz B: Back pain during pregnancy: a prospective study. Spine 1996;21:702-709.
  3. Fast A, Shapior D, Ducommun EI,  Friedmann LW, Bouklas T, Floman Y: Low back pain in pregnancy. Spine 1987;12:368-371.
  4. Stuber K: The safety of chiropractic during pregnancy: a pilot email survey of chiropractors' opinions. Clin Chiropr 2007;10(1):24-35.
  5. Lisi AJ: Chiropractic spinal manipulation for low back pain of pregnancy: a retrospective case series. J of Midwifery Women's Health 2006k51(1):e7-10.
  6. Kruse R, Gudavalli S, Cambron J: Chiropractic Treatment of a Pregnant Patient with Lumbar Radiculopathy. Journal of Chiropractic Medicine 2007;6(4):153-158.

References for FEATURE: Ashburn Chiropractic Helps Knee Pain Related To Low Back Pain

  1. Alexopoulos EC, Tanagra D, Detorakis I, Gatsi P, Goroyia A, Michalopoulou M; Jelastopulu E: Knee and low back complaints in professional hospital nurses: Occurrence, chronicity, care seeking and absenteeism. Work - A Journal Of Prevention Assessment & Rehabilitation 2011;38(4):329-335

Reference for NUTRITION: Ashburn Chiropractic Osteoporosis Help:  Calcium Supplement

  1. Zhao, YC; Cao, R; Ma, DJ; Zhang, HW; Lappe, J; Recker, RR; Xiao, GG. Efficacy of calcium supplementation for human bone health by mass spectrometry profiling and cathepsin K measurement in plasma samples. Journal Of Bone And Mineral Metabolism 2011;29 (5): 552-560
Reference for SPINE: Ashburn chiropractic Treatment for Scoliosis with Spinal Stenosis in Older Folks
  1. Fu, KMG; Rhagavan, P; Shaffrey, CI; Chernavvsky, DR; Smith, JS; Krauss, WE: Prevalence, Severity, and Impact of Foraminal and Canal Stenosis Among Adults With Degenerative Scoliosis. Neurosurgery 2011;69(6):1181-1187
Reference for EXERCISE: Tai Chi: Exercise Option for Low Back Pain Relief
  1. Hall AM, Maher CG, Lam P, Ferreira M, Latimer J: Tai Chi Exercise for Treatment of Pain and Disability in People With Persistent Low Back Pain: A Randomized Controlled Trial. ARTHRITIS CARE & RESEARCH 2011;63 (11):1576-1583
References for NUTRITION: Dark Chocolate from Your Ashburn Chiropractor
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  6. Cocoa Flavanols improve vascular and blood pressure measures for coronary artery disease patients. Science Daily, July, 6, 2010. http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2010/07/100706093233.htm, accessed February 2, 2012
 References for SPINE: Epidural Spinal Injections – Good or Bad? 100% Relief Isn’t the Realistic Goal.

 

  1. Iversen T, Solberg TK, Romner B, Wilsgaard T, Twisk J, Anke A, Nygaard O, Hasvold T, Ingebrigtsen T: Effect Of Caudal Epidural Steroid Or Saline Injection In Chronic Lumbar Radiculopathy: Multicentre Blinded, Randomised Controlled Trial. British Medical Journal 2011;343:Nil_30-Nil_44
  2. Nguyen C, Benichou M, Revel M, Poiraudeau S, Rannou F: Association of Accelerated Switch From Vertebral End-Plate Modic I to Modic 0 Signal Changes With Clinical Benefit of Intradiscal Corticosteroid Injection for Chronic Low Back Pain. Arthritis And Rheumatism 2011;63(9):2828-2831
  3. Manchikanti L, Singh V, Cash K, Pampati V, Damron, Boswell M: A Randomized Controlled, Double-Blind Trial of Fluoroscopic Caudal Epidural Injections in the Treatment of Lumbar Disc Herniation and Radiculitis. Spine 2011;36(23):1897–1905
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  7. Delport EG et al: Treatment of lumbar spinal stenosis with epidural steroid injections: a retrospective outcome study. Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation 2004; 85(3):479-84 

 

References for NUTRITION: Ashburn Nutrition Update: Calcium Make Protect You from Kidney Stones!
  1. Curhan: A prospective study of dietary calcium and other nutrients and the risk of symptomatic kidney stones. New England Journal of Medicine 1993:328
  2. Oz M, Roizen M: Features at News Sentinel. January 16, 2012. Fort Wayne, IN: 2F, 6F; also online at http://www.realage.com/blogs/doctor-oz-roizen/do-calcium-pills-cause-kidney-stones?click=main_sr

References for FEATURE: Don’t Let Your Pillow Hurt Your Neck!

  1. Gordon, SJ; Grimmer-Somers, K. Your Pillow May Not Guarantee a Good Night's Sleep or Symptom-Free Waking. Physiotherapy Canada 2011;63 (2):183-190
References for SPINE: Ashburn Chiropractic Relief for the Pinched Nerve
  3. Pelletier J:,Fromy B, Morel G, Roquelaure Y, Saumet JL, Sigaudo-Roussel D: Chronic sciatic nerve injury impairs the local cutaneous neurovascular interaction in rats. Pain 2012 (Jan);153 (1):149-157
  4. Oikawa Y, Ohtori S, Koshi  T, et al: Lumbar Disc Degeneration Induces Persistent Groin Pain. Spine 2012(Jan);37(2):114–118

References for EXERCISE: Yoga Trumps Book for Chronic Lower Back Pain Relief; chiropractic Care at Poulin Chiropractic of Herndon and Ashburn Trumps Them Both!

  1. Sherman KJ, Cherkin DC, Wellman RD, Cook AJ, Hawkes RJ, Delaney K, Deyo RA: A Randomized Trial Comparing Yoga, Stretching, and a Self-care Book for Chronic Low Back Pain. Archives Of Internal Medicine 2011;171(22):2019-2026
  2. Williams K, Abildso C, Steinberg L, Doyle E, Epstein B, Smith D, Hobbs G, Gross R, Kelley G, Cooper L: Evaluation of the effectiveness and efficacy of Iyengar yoga therapy on chronic low back pain. Spine (Phila Pa 1976). 2009 Sep 1;34(19):2066-76.
  3. Haaz S, Bartlett SJ: Yoga for arthritis: a scoping review. Rheum Dis Clin North Am. 2011 Feb;37(1):33-46. Epub 2010 Dec 3
 
 

References for SPINE: Sleepless in Ashburn? Chiropractic Addresses Spinal Degeneration’s Connection

  1. Li H, Liang CZ, Shen CC, Li Y, Chen QX: Decreased sleep duration: A risk of progression of degenerative lumbar scoliosis. Medical Hypotheses 2012; 78(2):244-246

References for EXERCISE: Chronic Lower Back Pain Loves Exercise!

  1. Kell RT, Risi AD, Barden JM:  The Response Of Persons With Chronic Nonspecific Low Back Pain To Three Different Volumes Of Periodized Musculoskeletal Rehabilitation. Journal Of Strength And Conditioning Research 2011;25(4):1052-1064
  2. Stephan A, Goebel S, Schmidtbleicher D:  Effects of Machine-Based Strength Training in the Therapy of Chronic Back Pain. Deutsche Zeitschrift Fur Sportmedizin 2011;62(3):69-74
 
 

References for FEATURE: Do I have to see my chiropractor forever?

 
 
 

References for NUTRITION: chiropractic Nutrition Encounter: Mediterranean Food for Life

  1. Apostolopoulou M, Michalakis K, Miras A, Hatzitolios A, Savopoulos C. Nutrition in the primary and secondary prevention of stroke. Maturitas. 2012 Mar 9. [Epub ahead of print]
  2. Lazarou C, Panagiotakos D, Matalas AL. The role of diet in prevention and management of type 2 diabetes: implications for public health. Crit Rev Food Sci Nutr. 2012 May;52(5):382-9.
  3. Domínguez LJ, Bes-Rastrollo M, de la Fuente-Arrillaga C, Toledo E, Beunza JJ, et al. Similar prediction of decreased total mortality, diabetes incidence or cardiovascular events using relative- and absolute-component Mediterranean diet score: The SUN cohort. Nutr Metab Cardiovasc Dis. 2012 Mar 6. [Epub ahead of print]
  4. Alcalay RN, Gu Y, Mejia-Santana H, et al. The association between Mediterranean diet adherence and Parkinson's disease. Mov Disord. 2012 Feb 7. doi: 10.1002/mds.24918. [Epub ahead of print]
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Reference for FEATURE:  Choose Ashburn Non-Surgical Care for Your Disc Herniation and Return to Work Faster
  1. Earhart JS, Roberts D, Roc G, Gryzlo S, Hsu W: Effects of Lumbar Disk Herniation on the Careers of Professional Baseball Players. Orthopedics 2012; 35(1):43-49
 
References for NUTRITION: Chiropractic Nutrition Tip - Magnesium: Good for Nerve Regeneration, Stopping Inflammation, & Heart Health
  2. Ishimi Y: [Nutrition and bone health. Magnesium and bone]. Clin Calcium 2010 May;20(5):762-7.
  3. Reffelmann T, Ittermann T, Dörr M, Völzke H, Reinthaler M, Petersmann A, Felix SB. Low serum magnesium concentrations predict cardiovascular and all-cause mortality. Atherosclerosis. 2011 Jun 12. [Epub ahead of print]
  4. Pan HC, Sheu ML, Su HL, Chen YJ, Chen CJ, Yang DY, Chiu WT, Cheng FC: Magnesium Supplement Promotes Sciatic Nerve Regeneration And Down-Regulates Inflammatory Response. Magnesium Research 2011;24(2):54-70
  5. Larsson SC, Orsini N, Wolk A. Dietary magnesium intake and risk of stroke: a meta-analysis of prospective studies. Am J Clin Nutr. 2012 Feb;95(2):362-6. Epub 2011 Dec 28.

References for SPINE: Ashburn Neck Disc Herniations and Spinal Cord Damage May Heal with No Surgery

  1. Matsumoto M, Okada E, Watanabe K, Hosogane N, Tsuji T, Ishii K, Nakamura M, Chiba K, Toyama Y: Spontaneous Regression of Soft Disc Herniation in Patients With Cervical Myelopathy. Neurosurgery Quarterly 2012;22(1):7-11
  

Reference for EXERCISE: Chiropractic and Exercise Relieve Neck Pain; Both Better than Medication

  1. Bronfort G, Evans R, Anderson AV, Svendsen KH, Bracha Y, Grimm RH. Spinal manipulation, medication, or home exercise with advice for acute and subacute neck pain. A randomized trial. Ann Intern Med 2012;156 (1 Pt 1):1-10. 
References for FEATURE: Ashburn Neck Pain Relief: chiropractic or Medical Is Better?
  1. Bronfort G, Evans R, Anderson AV, Svendsen KH, Bracha Y, Grimm RH: Spinal manipulation, medication, or home exercise with advice for acute and subacute neck pain. A randomized trial.    Ann Intern Med 2012;156 (1 Pt 1):1-10
  2. Matsumoto M, Okada E, Watanabe K, et al: Spontaneous Regression of Soft Disc Herniation in Patients With Cervical Myelopathy. Neurosurgery Quarterly 2012; 22 (1):7-11
References for FEATURE:  Ashburn Pain Relief is Possible for Free Fragment Irritation
  1. Melrose J,  Shu C, Young C,  et al: Mechanical Destabilization Induced by Controlled Annular Incision of the Intervertebral Disc Dysregulates Metalloproteinase Expression and Induces Disc Degeneration. Spine 2012; 37(1):18–25
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References for EXERCISE: Don’t Fear Moving with Ashburn Back Pain – Prepare for It!

  1. Camacho-Soto A, Sowa GA, Perera S, Weiner DK. Fear Avoidance Beliefs Predict Disability in Older Adults With Chronic Low Back Pain. PM R. 2012 Apr 18. [Epub ahead of print]
  2. Sions JM, Hicks GE. Fear-avoidance beliefs are associated with disability in older American adults with low back pain. Phys Ther. 2011 Apr;91(4):525-34. Epub 2011 Feb 24.

Reference for NUTRITION:  chiropractic Nutrition:  Vitamin D Needed for Coronary Health, Too

  1. Lim S, Shin H, Kim MJ et al:  Vitamin D Inadequacy Is Associated with Significant Coronary Artery Stenosis in a Community-Based Elderly Cohort: The Korean Longitudinal Study on Health and Aging. Journal Of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism 2012;97(1):169-178

References for NUTRITION: 75% of all U.S. Adults – including us in Ashburn – are Low in Vitamin D! Are you?
  1. Binkley N, Ramamurthy R, Krueger D:  Low Vitamin D Status: Definition, Prevalence, Consequences, And Correction.  Rheum Dis Clin North Am 2012;38(1):45-59
  2. Marwaha RK, Tandon N, Garg MK, Kanwar R, Narang A, Sastry A, Saberwal A, Bandra K: Vitamin D Status In Healthy Indians Aged 50 Years And Above. J Assoc Physicians India 2011;59:706-9
  3. Karaplis AC, Chouha F, Djandji M, Sampalis JS, Hanley DA:  Vitamin D Status and Response to Daily 400 IU Vitamin D-3 and Weekly Alendronate 70 mg in Men and Women with Osteoporosis. Annals Of Pharmacotherapy 2011;45(5):561-568
  4. Stein EM, Shane E: Vitamin D In Organ Transplantation. Osteoporosis International 2011;22(7):2107-2118
  5. Narula N, Marshall JK: Management of inflammatory bowel disease with vitamin D: Beyond bone health. Journal Of Crohns & Colitis 2012;6(4):397-404
  6. Waikakul S: Serum 25-Hydroxy-Calciferol Level And Failed Back Surgery Syndrome. J Orthop Surg (Hong Kong) 2012;20(1):18-22
  7. Souberbielle JC, Courbebaisse M, Cormier C, Pierrot-Deseilligny C, Viard JP, Jean G, Cavalier E: When Should We Measure Vitamin D Concentration In Clinical Practice? Scand J Clin Lab Invest Suppl 2012;243:129-35
  8. Carnes J, Quinn S, Nelson M, Jones G, Winzenberg T: Intermittent High-Dose Vitamin D Corrects Vitamin D Deficiency In Adolescents: A Pilot Study. European Journal Of Clinical Nutrition 2012;66(4):530-532
   References for SPINE:  Predictors for Successful Neck Pain Relief with Chiropractic Spinal Manipulation
  1. Orief, T; Orz, Y; Attia, W; Almusrea, K: Spontaneous Resorption of Sequestrated Intervertebral Disc Herniation. World Neurosurgery 2012;77 (1):146-152
  2. Ssavedra-Hemandez, M; Castro-Sanchez, AM; Fernandez-de-las-Penas, C; Cleland, JA; Ortega-Santiago, R; Arroyo-Morales, M: Predictors For Identifying Patients With Mechanical Neck Pain Who Are Likely To Achieve Short-Term Success With Manipulative Interventions Directed At The Cervical And Thoracic Spine. Journal Of Manipulative And Physiological Therapeutics 2011;34 (3):144-152

References for EXERCISE: “I Don’t Wanna Exercise…” Poulin Chiropractic of Herndon and Ashburn Says “Exercise, Ashburn!”

  1. Davarian S, Maroufi N, Ebrahimi I, Farahmand F, Parnianpour M: Trunk muscles strength and endurance in chronic low back pain patients with and without clinical instability. J Back Musculoskelet Rehabil. 2012 Jan 1;25(2):123-9
  2. Kaya DO, Ergun N, Hayran M: Effects of different segmental spinal stabilization exercise protocols on postural stability in asymptomatic subjects: Randomized controlled trial. J Back Musculoskelet Rehabil. 2012 Jan 1;25(2):109-16
  3. Paolucci T, Morone G, Iosa M, Fusco A, Alcuri R, Matano A, Bureca I, Saraceni VM, Paolucci S: Psychological features and outcomes of the Back School treatment in patients with chronic non-specific low back pain. A randomized controlled study. European Journal Of Physical And  Rehabilitation MEDICINE 2012;48(2):245-253 
References for FEATURE: [[chiropracticword]] Exam: MRI and X-rays Aren’t Always Needed
  1. Andersen JC: Is immediate imaging important in managing low back pain? J Athl Train. 2011 Jan-Feb;46(1):99-102.
  2. Divrik Gökçe S, Gökçe E, Cokun M: Radiology Residents' Awareness about Ionizing Radiation Doses in Imaging Studies and Their Cancer Risk during Radiological Examinations. Korean J Radiol. 2012 Mar;13(2):202-9. Epub 2012 Mar 7.
  3. Cox JM. Low Back Pain: Mechanism, Diagnosis, Treatment, 7th edition, Lippincott Williams & Wilkins Publishing Co. 2012
References: SPINE: Lovely High Heels and Stilettos Are Not So Lovely for Your Back!
  1. Mika A, Oleksy L, Mika P, Marchewka A, Clark BC: The effect of walking in high- and low-heeled shoes on erector spinae activity and pelvis kinematics during gait. Am J Phys Med Rehabil. 2012;91(5):425-34.
  2. Russell B: The effect of high-heeled shoes on lumbar lordosis: a narrative review and discussion of the disconnect between Internet content and peer-reviewed literature. Journal of Chiropractic Medicine 2010; 9(4):166-173
  3. Mika A, Oleksy L, Mikolajczyk E, Marchewka A, Mika P: Changes Of Bioelectrical Activity In Cervical Paraspinal Muscle During Gait In Low And High Heel Shoes. ACTA Of Bioengineering And Biomechanics 2011;13(1):27-33
  4. Alkjær T, Raffalt P, Petersen NC, Simonsen EB: Movement Behavior of High-Heeled Walking: How Does the Nervous System Control the Ankle Joint during an Unstable Walking Condition? PLoS One. 2012;7(5):e37390. Epub 2012 May 16.
 
References: FEATURE: “When Should I Seek Ashburn chiropractic Care for My Back Pain?”
  1. Costa LD, Maher CG, Hancock MJ, McAuley JH, Herbert RD, Costa LO: The prognosis of acute and persistent low-back pain: a meta-analysis. CMAJ. 2012;184(11):E613-24. [Epub ahead of print May 14, 2012]
  2. Hayden, JA; Dunn, KM; van der Windt, DA; Shaw, WS. What is the prognosis of back pain? BEST PRACTICE & RESEARCH IN CLINICAL RHEUMATOLOGY 2012;24 (2):167-179.
  3. Breuer, B; Cruciani, R; Portenoy, RK. Pain Management by Primary Care Physicians, Pain Physicians, Chiropractors, and Acupuncturists: A National Survey. SOUTHERN MEDICAL JOURNAL 2012;103 (8):738-747.
  4. Pearce: J of Orthopedic Research 5(2).

References for NUTRITION: Water Improves Ashburn Lower Back Pain Treatment Outcomes

References for EXERCISE: Your Ashburn Chiropractor Worries About Your Spinal Discs When You Run or Jog!

  1. Kingsley MI, D'Silva LA, Jennings C, Humphries B, Dalbo VJ, Scanlan AT. Moderate-Intensity Running Causes Intervertebral Disc Compression in Young Adults. Med Sci Sports Exerc. 2012 May 29. 
References for FEATURE: Back Surgery Leave You with Back Pain? Ashburn Chiropractic May Help!
  1. Kruse RA, Cambron JA. Cox decompression chiropractic manipulation of a patient with postsurgical lumbar fusion: a case report. J Chiropr Med. 2011 Dec;10(4):255-260.
  2. Manison A: Chiropractic management using Cox cervical flexion-distraction technique for a disk herniation with left foraminal narrowing in a 64-year-old man. J of Chiro Med 2011; 10(4):316-321.

  3. Kruse R, Cambron J: Chiropractic Management of Postsurgical Lumbar Spine Pain: A Retrospective Study of 32 Cases. J of Manipulative and Physiological Therapeutics 2011; 34(6):408-412. 

Reference for SPINE: How Long Does Back Pain Last?

  1. Itz CJ, Geurts JW, van Kleef M, Nelemans P: Clinical course of non-specific low back pain: A systematic review of prospective cohort studies set in primary care. Eur J Pain 2012; May 28. doi: 10.1002/j.1532-2149.2012.00170.x
References for NUTRITION: Ashburn Osteoporosis Care: Nutrition, Activity, Good Lifestyle Choices
  1. Ohta H. Aim of the Guidelines for the Prevention and Treatment of Osteoporosis (2011 edition). Prevention of osteoporosis. Clin Calcium. 2012 Jun;22(6):825-31.
  2. Lee BH, Moon SH, Kim HJ, Lee HM, Kim TH. Osteoporotic profiles in elderly patients with symptomatic lumbar spinal canal stenosis. Indian J Orthop. 2012 May;46(3):279-84.
  3. Rudäng R, Darelid A, Nilsson M, Nilsson S, Mellström D, Ohlsson C, Lorentzon M. Smoking is associated with impaired bone mass development in young adult men: A five year longitudinal study. J Bone Miner Res. 2012 October;27(10):2189-2197.
  4. Rabenda V, Nicolet D, Beaudart C, Bruyère O, Reginster JY. Relationship between use of antidepressants and risk of fractures: a meta-analysis. Osteoporosis Int. 2012 May 26. [epub ahead of publication]

References for NUTRITION: chiropractic Nutrition Tip for Osteoporosis: Eat Dried Plums for your Bones!

  1. Smith BJ. Dried Plum Improves Bone Density and Microarchitecture by Up-Regulating Osteoblast Activity and Down-Regulating Osteoclast Differentiation. II International Symposium On Human Health Effects Of Fruits And Vegetables: Favhealth 2007:841 2009:441-447.
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  3. Shirin Hooshmand S, Chai R,  Saadat M,  Payton K et al. Comparative effects of dried plum and dried apple on bone in postmenopausal women. British Journal of Nutrition, September 2011; 106(6): 923-930.
  4. Halloran BP, Wronski TJ, VonHerzen DC, Chu V, Xia X, Pingel JE, Williams AA, Smith BJ. Dietary dried plum increases bone mass in adult and aged male mice. J Nutr. 2010 Oct;140(10):1781-7. Epub 2010 Aug 25.
  5. Rendina E, Lim YF, Marlow D, Wang Y, Clarke SL, Kuvibidila S, Lucas EA, Smith BJ. Dietary supplementation with dried plum prevents ovariectomy-induced bone loss while modulating the immune response in C57BL/6J mice. J Nutr Biochem. 2012 Jan;23(1):60-8. Epub 2011 Mar 16.

Reference for EXERCISE: chiropractic Exercise Tip: 15 minutes of exercise a day keeps back pain away!

  1. Moore C, Holland J, Shaib F, Ceridan E, Schonard C, Marasa M: Prevention of Low Back Pain in Sedentary Healthy Workers: A Pilot Study. American Journal Of The Medical Sciences 2012;344(2):90-95.

References for FEATURE: See Your Ashburn Chiropractor Sooner Than Later For Back Pain

  1. Friedman BW, Mulvey L, Davitt M, Choi H, Esses D, Bijur PE, Gallagher EJ. Predicting 7-day and 3-month functional outcomes after an ED visit for acute nontraumatic low back pain. Am J Emerg Med. 2012 May 23.
  2. Itz CJ, Geurts JW, van Kleef M, Nelemans P. Clinical course of non-specific low back pain: A systematic review of prospective cohort studies set in primary care. Eur J Pain. 2012 May 28. doi: 10.1002/j.1532-2149.2012.00170.x.

References for SPINE: Your Spine Is Electric! Keep It From Degenerating with Ashburn Chiropractic Care

  1. Karajan, N. Multiphasic Intervertebral Disc Mechanics. Archives Of Computational Methods In Engineering 19 (2). JUN 2012. p.261-339
  2. Millecamps, M; Tajerian, M; Naso, L; Sage, EH; Stone, LS. Lumbar intervertebral disc degeneration associated with axial and radiating low back pain in ageing SPARC-null mice. Pain 153 (6). JUN 2012. p.1167-1179
  3. Mydlarz D. Degenerative disc disease, active component, U.S. Armed Forces, 2001-2011. MSMR. 2012 May;19(5):6-9.
  4. Dimitriadis, A; Smith, F; Mavrogenis, AF; Pope, MH;Papagelopoulos, PJ; Karantanas, A; Hadjipavlou, A; Katonis, P. Effect of two sitting postures on lumbar sagittal alignment and intervertebral discs in runners. Radiologia Medica 117 (4). JUN 2012. p.654-668 

References for NUTRITION: “An Apple A Day…” Makes Your Ashburn Chiropractor Happy! | Poulin Chiropractic of Herndon and Ashburn

  1. Peng C, Chan H, Huang Y, Yu H, Chen Z: Apple Polyphenols Extend the Mean Lifespan of Drosophila melanogaster. Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry 2011;59 (5), 2097-2106
  2. Palermo V, Mattivi F, Silvestri R, La Regina G, Falcone C, Mazzoni C. Apple can act as anti-aging on yeast cells. Oxid Med Cell Longev. 2012;2012:491759. Epub 2012 Aug 30.
  3. Thilakarathna SH, Wang Y, Rupasinghe V, Ghanam K: Apple peel flavonoid- and triterpene-enriched extracts differentially affect cholesterol homeostasis in hamsters. J of Functional Food 2012; 4(4):963-971
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References for EXERCISE: Simple Ashburn Chiropractic Neck Exercises

  1. Durall CJ. Therapeutic exercise for athletes with nonspecific neck pain: a current concepts review. Sports Health. 2012 Jul;4(4):293-301.
  2. Andersen CH, Andersen LL, Gram B, Pedersen MT, Mortensen OS, Zebis MK, Sjøgaard G. Influence of frequency and duration of strength training for effective management of neck and shoulder pain: a randomised controlled trial. Br J Sports Med. 2012 Nov;46(14):1004-10. doi: 10.1136/bjsports-2011-090813. Epub 2012 Jun 29.
  3. Kay TM, Gross A, Goldsmith CH, Rutherford S, Voth S, Hoving JL, Brønfort G, Santaguida PL. Exercises for mechanical neck disorders.  Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2012 Aug 15;8:CD004250. Review.
  4. [No authors listed] Spinal manipulation and exercise trump drugs for neck pain. Harv Womens Health Watch. 2012 Apr;19(8):6-7
  5. Bronfort G, Evans R, Anderson AV, Svendsen D, Bracha Y, Grimm: Spinal Manipulation, Medication, or Home Exercise With Advice for Acute and Subacute Neck PainA Randomized Trial. Annals of Internal Medicine. 2012 Jan;156(1_Part_1):1-10.
References for NUTRITION: 5 Tips for a Healthy Thanksgiving from Your Ashburn Chiropractor
  1. “Breathing exercises that aid digestion.” http://www.breathing.com/articles/digestion.htm
  2. Sugawara J, Tarumi T, Tanaka H. Effect of mirthful laughter on vascular function. Am J Cardiol. 2010 Sep 15;106(6):856-9.
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  9. http://www.whfoods.com/genpage.php?tname=foodspice&dbid=125 turkey
 
References for FEATURE: Complementary Alternative Medicine like Chiropractic for Spine Pain Better and Less Expensive
  2. Phelan SP AR, Knox DG, Hubka MJ, Ainbinder DA  An Evaluation Of Medical And Chiropractic Provider Utilization And Costs:  Treating Injured Workers In North Carolina. J Manipulative and Physiol Thera. 2004;27(7):442-448.
  3. Shekelle PG, Adams AH, Chassin MR, Hurwitz EL, Brook RH. Spinal Manipulation for Low‐Back Pain. Ann Intern Med 1992; 117:590‐598.
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References for SPINE: Use Ashburn Chiropractic Care to Combat Gravity’s Bad Effects on Back Pain
  1. Hoy, D; Bain, C; Williams, G; March, L; Brooks, P; Blyth, F; Woolf, A; Vos, T; Buchbinder, R.A systematic review of the global prevalence of low back pain. Arthritis And Rheumatism 64 (6). JUN 2012. p. 2028-2037
  2. Belavý, Daniel L. BPhty, PhD; Armbrecht, Gabriele MD, PhD; Felsenberg, Dieter MD, PhD. Incomplete Recovery of Lumbar Intervertebral Discs 2 Years After 60-Day Bed Rest. Spine 37(14). 15 June 2012. p.  1245–1251
 

References for EXERCISE: Chiropractic and Exercise are Great for Mid-Pregnancy Back Pain

  1. George, JW; Skaggs, CD; Thompson, PA; Nelson, DM; Gavard, JA; Gross, GA: A Randomized Controlled Trial Comparing A Multimodal Intervention And Standard Obstetrics Care For Low Back And Pelvic Pain In Pregnancy. Am J Obstet Gynecol 2012; Oct 23. pii: S0002-9378(12)01969-2. doi: 10.1016/j.ajog.2012.10.869. [Epub ahead of print]
  2. Kruse RA, Gudavalli S, Cambron J: Chiropractic Treatment of a Pregnant Patient with Lumbar Radiculopathy. Journal of Chiropractic Medicine 2007; 6(4):153-158 

References for NUTRITION: Eat some Pecans for their Vitamin E and Prevent Bone Loss

  1. Naina, Mohamed I; Borhanuddin, B; Shuid, AN; Mohd, Fozi NF: Vitamin e and bone structural changes: an evidence-based review. Evid Based Complement Alternat Med. 2012;2012:250584. doi: 10.1155/2012/250584. Epub 2012 Oct 17.
  2. Muhammad N, Luke DA, Shuid AN, Mohamed N, Soelaiman IN. Two different isomers of vitamin e prevent bone loss in postmenopausal osteoporosis rat model. Evid Based Complement Alternat Med. 2012;2012:161527. doi: 10.1155/2012/161527. Epub 2012 Oct 15.
  3. http://www.fitnessmagazine.com/recipes/healthy-eating/superfoods/healthy-holiday-superfoods/?page=8

  

References for FEATURE: Trust Your Ashburn Chiropractor, A Highly Trained Diagnostician

  1. Alcantara, J; Alcantara, JD; Alcantara, J. The Chiropractic Care of Patients With Cancer: A Systematic Review of the Literature. Integrative Cancer Therapies 11 (4). Dec 2012. p. 304-312
  2. Savage, RL; Star, K; Hill, R. Severe muscle symptoms with lipid-lowering agents may be confused with neurogenic claudication associated with spinal canal stenosis. International Journal Of Risk & Safety In Medicine 24 (4). 2012. p. 215-219
  3. Puta, C; Schulz, B; Schoeler, S; Magerl, W; Gabriel, B. Enhanced sensitivity to punctate painful stimuli in female patients with chronic low back pain. BMC Neurology 12. Sep 21 2012. p. NIL_1-NIL_8  

References for SPINE: Your Spine Deserves Non-Surgical Ashburn Chiropractic Care Over Back Surgery

  1. Froholdt, A; Reikeraas, O; Holm, I; Keller, A; Brox, JI. No difference in 9-year outcome in CLBP patients randomized to lumbar fusion versus cognitive intervention and exercises. European Spine Journal 2012; 21(12):2531-2538; DEC 2012
  2. Gamache FW. The value of "another" opinion for spinal surgery: A prospective 14-month study of one surgeon's experience. Surg Neurol Int 2012;3(Suppl 5):S350-4.
 
References for NUTRITION: Poulin Chiropractic of Herndon and Ashburn Supports Ashburn Cancer Patients
  1. Eisenberg D, Buring J, Hrbek A, Davis R, Connelly M, Cherkin D, Levy D, Cunningham M, O'Connor B, and Post D. A Model of Integrative Care for Low-Back Pain. The Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine. April 2012, 18(4): 354-362. doi:10.1089/acm.2011.0408.
  2. Kyrø C, Skeie G, Loft S, Overvad K, Christensen J, Tjønneland A, Olsen A. Adherence to a healthy Nordic food index is associated with a lower incidence of colorectal cancer in women: The Diet, Cancer and Health cohort study. Br J Nutr. 2012 Jul 3:1-8. [Epub ahead of print]
  3. Han X, Li J, Brasky TM, Xun P, Stevens J, White E, Gammon MD, He K. Antioxidant intake and pancreatic cancer risk: The Vitamins and Lifestyle (VITAL) Study. Cancer. 2012 Dec 21. doi: 10.1002/cncr.27936. [Epub ahead of print]
  4. Mori H, Okada Y, Tanaka Y. [Mutual interaction between vitamin D and lifestyle-related diseases in women]. J UOEH. 2012 Dec 1;34(4):323-9. [Article in Japanese]
  5. Anderson JG, Taylor AG. Use of complementary therapies for cancer symptom management: results of the 2007 National Health Interview Survey. J Altern Complement Med. 2012 Mar;18(3):235-41. doi: 10.1089/acm.2011.0022. 

References for EXERCISE: Exercise Is Better than Fusion & Helps Spine Related Pain

  1. Froholdt A, Reikeraas O, Holm I, Keller A, Brox JI. No difference in 9-year outcome in CLBP patients randomized to lumbar fusion versus cognitive intervention and exercises. European Spine Journal , 21 (12):2531-2538; DEC 2012
  2. Hagen KB, Dagfinrud H, Moe RH, Osteras N, Kjeken I, Grotle M, Smedslund G. Exercise therapy for bone and muscle health: an overview of systematic reviews. BMC Med. 2012 Dec 19;10(1):167. [Epub ahead of print]
References for FEATURE: Choose Your Ashburn Chiropractor: Avoid Back Surgery, Get Relief
  1. Cecchi F, Negrini S, Pasquini G, Paperini A, Conti AA, Chiti M, Zaina F, MacchiC, Molino-Lova R. Predictors of functional outcome in patients with chronic low back pain undergoing back school, individual physiotherapy or spinal manipulation. Eur J Phys Rehabil Med. 2012 May 8. [Epub ahead of print]
  2. Keeney BJ, Fulton-Kehoe D, Turner JA, Wickizer TM, Chan KC, Franklin GM. Early Predictors of Lumbar Spine Surgery after Occupational Back Injury: Results from a Prospective Study of Workers in Washington State. Spine (Phila Pa 1976). 2012 Dec 12. [Epub ahead of print]

References for NUTRITION: A Chiropractic Ashburn Osteoporosis Update: Build Your Bones! Up Your Vitamin D!

  1. Pekkinen M, Viljakainen H, Saarnio E, Lamberg-Allardt C, Mäkitie O. Vitamin D is a major determinant of bone mineral density at school age. PLoS One. 2012;7(7):e40090. Epub 2012 Jul
  2. Rikkonen T, Sirola J, Salovaara K, Tuppurainen M, Jurvelin JS, Honkanen R, Kröger H. Muscle Strength and Body Composition Are Clinical Indicators of Osteoporosis. Calcif Tissue Int. 2012 August; 91(2):131-138.
  3. Tenne M, McGuigan F, Besjakov J, Gerdhem P, Akesson K. Degenerative changes at the lumbar spine-implications for bone mineral density measurement in elderly women. Osteoporos Int. 2012 Jun 26.
  4. Ohta H. [Aim of the Guidelines for the Prevention and Treatment of Osteoporosis (2011 edition) . Prevention of osteoporosis]. Clin Calcium. 2012 Jun;22(6):825-31.
  5. Rudäng R, Darelid A, Nilsson M, Nilsson S, Mellström D, Ohlsson C, Lorentzon M. Smoking is associated with impaired bone mass development in young adult men: A five year longitudinal study. J Bone Miner Res. October 2012;27(10):2189-2197. doi: 10.1002/jbmr.1674.
  6. Colombini A, Lanteri P, Lombardi G, Grasso D, Recordati C, Lovi A, Banfi G, Bassani R, Brayda-Bruno M. Metabolic effects of vitamin D active metabolites in monolayer and micromass cultures of nucleus pulposus and annulus fibrosus cells isolated from human intervertebral disc. International Journal Of Biochemistry & Cell Biology 2012;44(6):1019-1030
  7. Zafeiris CP, Lyritis GP, Papaioannou NA, Gratsias PE, Galanos A, Chatziioannou SN, Pneumaticos SG. Hypovitaminosis D as a risk factor of subsequent vertebral fractures after kyphoplasty. Spine Journal 2012; 12(4):304-312
  8. Kruse RA, Cambron JA. Link Between Hypovitaminosis D And A Diminished Sense Of Smell Was Noted In 2 Individuals. J Chiropr Med. 2011 Dec;10(4):310-315.
  9. Rizzoli R, Cooper C, Reginster JY, Abrahamsen B, Adachi JD, Brandi ML, Bruyère O. Antidepressant medications and osteoporosis. Bone. September 2012; 51(3):606-613
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References for EXERCISE:  Ashburn Chiropractic Exercise Tip: Add Some Weight Training, Reduce Back Pain

  1. Gsiorowski A: The Role Of Weight Training In Treating Farmers With Lumbar Discopathy. Ann Agric Environ Med 2012;19(4):817-20

References for FEATURE: The Mind & The Spine. The Spine & The Mind.

  1. Seminowicz, DA; Wideman, TH; Naso, L; Hatami-Khoroushahi, Z; Fallatah, S; Ware, MA; Jarzem, P; Bushnell, MC; Shir, Y; Ouellet, JA; Stone, LS. Effective Treatment of Chronic Low Back Pain in Humans Reverses Abnormal Brain Anatomy and Function. JOURNAL OF NEUROSCIENCE 31 (20). MAY 18 2011. p.7540-7550
  2. Melloh, M; Elfering, A; Presland, CE; Roder, C; Hendrick, P; Darlow, B; Theis, JC. Predicting the transition from acute to persistent low back pain. OCCUPATIONAL MEDICINE-OXFORD 61 (2). MAR 2011. p.127-131
  3. Williams, LJ; Bjerkeset, O; Langhammer, A; Berk, M; Pasco, JA; Henry, MJ; Schei, B; Forsmo, S.  The association between depressive and anxiety symptoms and bone mineral density in the general population: The HUNT Study. JOURNAL OF AFFECTIVE DISORDERS 131 (1-3). JUN 2011. p.164-171
  4. Alsaadi, SM; McAuley, JH; Hush, JM; Maher, CG. Prevalence of sleep disturbance in patients with low back pain. EUROPEAN SPINE JOURNAL 20 (5). MAY 2011. p.737-743
  5. Dawson, AP; Schluter, PJ; Hodges, PW; Stewart, S; Turner, C. Fear of movement, passive coping, manual handling, and severe or radiating pain increase the likelihood of sick leave due to low back pain.  PAIN 152 (7). JUL 2011. p.1517-1524

References for SPINE: Ashburn Chiropractor Encourages Good Posture

  1. Pavlovic A, Nichols DL, Sanborn CF, Dimarco NM: Relationship of thoracic kyphosis and lumbar lordosis to bone mineral density in women. Osteoporos Int. 2013 Feb 12. [Epub ahead of print]
  2. Lion A, Haumont T, Gauchard G, Wiener-Vacher S, Lascombes P, Perrin P: Visuo-Oculomotor Deficiency at Early-Stage Idiopathic Scoliosis in Adolescent Girls.  Spine: 01 February 2013 - Volume 38 - Issue 3 - p 238–244
  3. Takahashi Y, Yasuhara T, Kumamoto S, Yoneda K, Tanoue T, Nakahara M, Inoue T, Hijikata Y, Lee T, Borlongan CV, Ogawa K, Nishida K: Laterality of cervical disc herniation. EUROPEAN SPINE JOURNAL, 22 (1):178-182; JAN 2013
  4. Kamitani K, Michikawa T, Iwasawa S, Eto N, Tanaka T, Takebayashi T, Nishiwaki Y: Spinal Posture in the Sagittal Plane Is Associated With Future Dependence in Activities of Daily Living: A Community-Based Cohort Study of Older Adults in Japan. J Gerontol A Biol Sci Med Sci. 2013 Jan 28. [Epub ahead of print]

Reference for SPINE: Back Pain? Wobbly Gait? Ashburn Chiropractic Helps!

  1. Ruhe A, Fejer R, Walker B: Pain relief is associated with decreasing postural sway in patients with non-specific low back pain. BMC MUSCULOSKELETAL DISORDERS 13. MAR 21 2012. p.NIL_1-NIL_12

  

References for EXERCISE: Get a (Better) Grip with Ashburn Chiropractic Spinal Manipulation!

  1. Botelho MB, Andrade BB. Effect of cervical spine manipulative therapy on judo athletes' grip strength. J Manipulative Physiol Ther. 2012 Jan;35(1):38-44. doi: 10.1016/j.jmpt.2011.09.005. Epub 2011 Nov 10.
  2. http://healthyliving.azcentral.com/hand-grip-strengtheners-11400.html

References for NUTRITION: Listen to Your Ashburn Chiropractor: Up Your Vitamin D!

  1. http://www.whfoods.com/genpage.php?tname=nutrient&dbid=110
  2. Di Rosa M, Malaguarnera L, Nicolosi A, Sanfilippo C, Mazzarino C, Pavone P, Berretta M, Cosentino S, Cacopardo B, Pinzone MR, Nunnari G. Vitamin D3: an ever green molecule. Front Biosci (Schol Ed). 2013 Jan 1;S5:247-260.
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References for FEATURE: Stressed Out? Try Ashburn Chiropractic Care!

  1. http://www.newstrackindia.com/newsdetails/2012/04/29/44-Financial-stress-may-cause-heart-attack-back-pain-and-migraines.html
  2. AP/AOL  Poll, April 2008, http://hosted.ap.org/specials/interactives/wdc/debt_stress/index.html
  3. Ellegaard H, Pedersen BD. Stress is dominant in patients with depression and chronic low back pain. A qualitative study of psychotherapeutic interventions for patients with non-specific low back pain of 3-12 months' duration. BMC Musculoskelet Disord. 2012 Sep 6;13:166. doi: 10.1186/1471-2474-13-166.
  4. Pillai AG, de Jong D, Kanatsou S, Krugers H, Knapman A, Heinzmann JM, HolsboerF,Landgraf R, Joëls M, Touma C: Dendritic morphology of hippocampal and amygdalar neurons in adolescent mice is resilient to genetic differences in stress reactivity. PLoS One. 2012;7(6):e38971. Epub 2012 Jun 12.

  

References for NUTRITION: GERD Drugs and Osteoporosis: Try Ashburn Chiropractic Nutrition & Food Advice

  1. Ozdil K, Kahraman R, Sahin A, Calhan T, Gozden EH, Akyuz U, Erer B, Sokmen MH. Bone density in proton pump inhibitors users: a prospective study. Rheumatol Int. 2013 Mar 2. [Epub ahead of print]
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References for SPINE: Listen Up, Ashburn Osteoporotic MEN! (Yes, Men!) 
  1. Ahmed LA, Center JR, Bjørnerem A, Bluic D, Joakimsen RM, Jørgensen L, Meyer HE, Nguyen ND, Nguyen TV, Omsland TK, Størmer J, Tell GS, van Geel TA, Eisman JA, Emaus N. Progressively increasing fracture risk with advancing age following initial incident fragility fracture. The Tromsø Study. J Bone Miner Res. 2013 Apr 9. doi: 10.1002/jbmr.1952. [Epub ahead of print]
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References for EXERCISE: Doesn’t Matter What You Do – Just DO!

  1. Marshall PW, Kennedy S, Brooks C, Lonsdale C. Pilates exercise or stationary cycling for chronic non-specific low back pain: Does it matter? A randomized controlled trial with 6-month follow-up. Spine (Phila Pa 1976). 2013 Apr 23. [Epub ahead of print]

 

References for NUTRITION: Green Tea: Healthy & Tasty!

  1. http://www.umm.edu/altmed/articles/green-tea-000255.htm
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  3. http://nccam.nih.gov/health/greentea
  4. http://coffeetea.about.com/od/Tea-Glossary/f/What-Is-Maccha.htm
  5. http://coffeetea.about.com/od/advancedtea/ig/Japanese-Green-Tea-Images/Matcha-Green-Tea.htm
  6. Green Tea Honeysuckle Cake, http://www.myrecipes.com/recipe/green-tea-honeysuckle-cake-50400000127093/
  7. Green Tea Ice Cream, http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/emeril-lagasse/green-tea-ice-cream-recipe/index.html
  8. GreenTea and Honeydew Granita,  http://www.health.com/health/recipe/0,,10000001662952,00.html (image credit: Getty Images from the health.com site.)

References for FEATURE: JAMA Lists Chiropractic as Beneficial for Back Pain Relief!

  1. Goodman DM, Burke AE, Livingston EH: Low Back Pain. JAMA Patient Page, April 24, 2013.  JAMA. 2013;309(16):1738. doi:10.1001/jama.2013.3046.
  2. Summaries for Patients: Diagnosis and Treatment of Low Back Pain: Recommendations from the American College of Physicians/American Pain Society. Annals of Internal Med 2007;147(7):I-45

References: SPINE: Seeing Your Ashburn Chiropractor Reduces Your Chance of Back Surgery

  1. Keeney, Benjamin J. PhD; Fulton-Kehoe, Deborah PhD, MPH; Turner, Judith A. PhD; Wickizer, Thomas M. PhD; Chan, Kwun Chuen Gary PhD; Franklin, Gary M. MD, MPH: Early Predictors of Lumbar Spine Surgery After Occupational Back Injury: Results From a Prospective Study of Workers in Washington State. Spine  15 May 2013; 38(11):953-964
References: FEATURE: 3 Ways To Prevent Back Pain

 

  1. Salathé CR, Melloh M, Kälin W, Semmer NK, Roth M, Müller U, Elfering A: Comparison of pain-resilient working individuals to population-based case controls with/without momentary low back pain. Eur J Pain. 2013 May 3. doi: 10.1002/j.1532-2149.2013.00319.x.

References for NUTRITION: Your Ashburn Nutrition Tip: Get your Vitamin C for Potential Myelination!

  1. Gess B, Röhr D, Young P. Ascorbic Acid and Sodium-dependent Vitamin C Transporters in the Peripheral Nervous System: from basic science to clinical trials. Antioxid Redox Signal. 2013 May 5.

References for EXERCISE: Core Exercise for Ashburn Back Pain is Effective

 

  1. Inani, SB; Selkar, SP:  Effect Of Core Stabilization Exercises Versus Conventional Exercises On Pain And Functional Status In Patients With Non-Specific Low Back Pain: A Randomized Clinical Trial. J Back Musculoskelet Rehabil 2013;26(1):37-43 

References for SPINE: Ashburn Chiropractic Care May Relax Your Restless Legs

  1. Zwartbol RT, Jellema K, Boiten J, Rijsman R: Acute exacerbation of restless legs due to cervical spinal cord ischaemia. BMJ Case Rep. 2013 Jan 22;2013. pii: bcr2012007930. 
  2. NINDS: Restless Legs Syndrome Fact Sheet. http://www.ninds.nih.gov/disorders/restless_legs/detail_restless_legs.htm
  3. Lavigne GJ, Montplaisir JY: Restless legs syndrome and sleep bruxism: prevalence and association among Canadians. Sleep. 1994 Dec;17(8):739-43.
  4. Picchietti D, Allen RP, Walters AS, Davidson JE, Myers A, Ferini-Strambi L: Restless legs syndrome: prevalence and impact in children and adolescents--the Peds REST study. Pediatrics. 2007 Aug;120(2):253-66.
  5. Allen RP, Walters AS, Montplaisir J, Hening W, Myers A, Bell TJ, Ferini-Strambi L: Restless legs syndrome prevalence and impact: REST general population study. Arch Intern Med. 2005 Jun 13;165(11):1286-92.
  6. Image from http://www.greenhealthspot.com/2008/02/a-trick-for-res.html

References for Ashburn Chiropractic Care for Age-Related Sarcopenia

  1. Roubenoff R: Sarcopenia and its implications for the elderly. Eur J Clin Nutr. 2000 Jun;54 Suppl 3:S40-7.
  2. http://www.webmd.com/healthy-aging/sarcopenia-with-aging
  3. Samu S, Juha S, Toni R, Risto H, Heikki K, Sirola J. Relationship between postmenopausal osteoporosis and the components of clinical sarcopenia. Maturitas. 2013 Apr 27. pii: 

References for NUTRITION: Ashburn Chiropractic Nutrition Tip: Strawberries and Blueberries Protect Your Heart!

  1. picture and Blueberry Strawberry Smoothie Recipe, http://www.mygourmetconnection.com/recipes/breakfast-brunch/blueberry-strawberry-smoothie.php
  2. http://www.digitaljournal.com/article/348895
  3. Cassidy A, Mukamal KJ, Liu L, Franz M, Eliassen AH, Rimm EB. High anthocyanin intake is associated with a reduced risk of myocardial infarction in young and middle-aged women. Circulation. 2013 Jan 15;127(2):188-96. doi: 10.1161/CIRCULATIONAHA.112.122408.

References for SPINE: Chiropractic for Teens and Musculoskeletal Pain: Back Pain, Neck Pain

  1. Jussila L, Paananen M, Näyhä S, Taimela S, Tammelin T, Auvinen J, Karppinen J. Psychosocial and lifestyle correlates of musculoskeletal pain patterns in adolescence: A 2-year follow-up study. Eur J Pain. 2013 Jul 12. doi: 10.1002/j.1532-2149.2013.00353.x. [Epub ahead of print]
  2. Ndetan H, Evans MW Jr, Hawk C, Walker C. Chiropractic or osteopathic manipulation for children in the United States: an analysis of data from the 2007 National Health Interview Survey. J Altern Complement Med. 2012 Apr;18(4):347-53. doi: 10.1089/acm.2011.0268. Epub 2012 Mar 2.
  3. Marchand AM. Chiropractic care of children from birth to adolescence and classification of reported conditions: an internet cross-sectional survey of 956 European chiropractors. J Manipulative Physiol Ther. 2012 Jun;35(5):372-80. doi: 10.1016/j.jmpt.2012.04.008. Epub 2012 May 22.

References for FEATURE: Chiropractic & Medicare for Back Pain Treatment

  1. Balthazard P, De Goumoens P, Rivier G, Demeulenaere P, Bellabeni P, Dériaz O. Manual therapy followed by specific active exercises versus a placebo followed by specific active exercises on the improvement of functional disability in patients with chronic non specific low back pain: a randomized controlled trial. BMC Musculoskelet Disord. 2012 Aug 28;13(1):162.
  2. Peterson CK, Bolton J, Humphreys BK. Predictors of outcome in neck pain patients undergoing chiropractic care: comparison of acute and chronic patients. Chiropr Man Therap. 2012 Aug 24;20(1):27.
  3. Graves JM, Fulton-Kehoe D: Factors Associated With Early Magnetic Resonance Imaging Utilization for Acute Occupational Low Back Pain: A Population-Based Study From Washington State Workers' Compensation. Spine 2012; 01 September 2012, 37(19):1708–1718
  4. Muyor JM, López-Miñarro PA, Casimiro AJ. Effect of stretching program in an industrial workplace on hamstring flexibility and sagittal spinal posture of adult women workers: A randomized controlled trial. J Back Musculoskelet Rehabil. 2012 Jan 1;25(3):161-9.
  5. Javadian Y, Behtash H, Akbari M, Taghipour-Darzi M, Zekavat H. The effects of stabilizing exercises on pain and disability of patients withlumbar segmental instability. J Back Musculoskelet Rehabil. 2012 Jan 1;25(3):149-55.
  6. Whedon, JM; Song, Y; Davis, MA: Trends In The Use And Cost Of Chiropractic Spinal Manipulation Under Medicare Part B. Spine J 2013
  7. Boos: The diagnostic accuracy of MRI, work perception, and psychosocial factors in identifying symptomatic disc herniation. Spine 1995;20(24):2613-25

References for EXERCISE:   “Ommm…” Leads to “Ahhh…” : Yoga with Chiropractic Care

  1. Saper RB, Boah AR, Keosaian J, Cerrada C, Weinberg J, Sherman KJ. Comparing Once- versus Twice-Weekly Yoga Classes for Chronic Low Back Pain in Predominantly Low Income Minorities: A Randomized Dosing Trial. Evid Based Complement Alternat Med. 2013;2013:658030. doi: 10.1155/2013/658030. Epub 2013 Jun 26.
  2. Ross A, Friedmann E, Bevans M, Thomas S. National survey of yoga practitioners: Mental and physical health benefits. Complement Ther Med. 2013 Aug;21(4):313-23. doi: 10.1016/j.ctim.2013.04.001. Epub 2013 May 2.
References for SPINE: Tennis Serves May be Tough on Back Pain

 

  1. Campbell A, O'Sullivan P, Straker L, Elliott B, Reid M. Back Pain in Tennis Players: A Link with Lumbar Serve Kinematics and Range of Motion. Med Sci Sports Exerc. 2013 Jul 19. [Epub ahead of print]

References for Nutrition: Chiropractic Nutrition Tip: K1 and K2 for You!

  1. Medline Plus. “Vitamin K.” February 8, 2011. Web. accessed 7/29/13
  2. Ehrlich SD (University of Maryland Medical Center): “Vitamin K.” June 21, 2011. Web. accessed 7/29/13
  3. Geleijnse JM et al: “Dietary Intake of Menaquinone Is Associated with a Reduced Risk of Coronary Heart Disease: The Rotterdam Study.” J. Nutr. 134 (11) 3100–3105.
  4. Brown S: Vitamin K: the overlooked bone builder and heart protector. Better Bones: The way nature intended. July 7, 2012. Web. accessed 7/29/13
  5. Higdon J, Drake VJ, Booth SL, Costakos DT. “Vitamin K.” The University of Oregon Linus Paulding Institute Micronutrient Information Center, December 19, 2011. Web. Accessed 7/29/13  

References for FEATURE: Lower Back Pain Patient Expectations Met at Poulin Chiropractic of Herndon and Ashburn

  1. Dima A, Lewith GT, Little P, Moss-Morris R, Foster NE, Bishop FL: Identifying Patients' Beliefs About Treatments For Chronic Low Back Pain In Primary Care: A Focus Group Study. Br J Gen Pract 2013;63(612):490-8
  2. Cox, JM, Feller JA, Cox JA: Distraction Chiropractic Adjusting: Clinical Application, Treatment Algorithms, and Clinical Outcomes of 1000 Cases Studied. Topics in Clinical Chiropractic 1996; (3)3:45-59, 79-81

References for SPINE: Chiropractic helps Ashburn Pregnancy-Related Pains

  1. Kruse R, Gudavalli S, Cambron J: Chiropractic treatment of a pregnant patient with lumbar radiculopathy.  J Chiropr Med. 2007 Fall; 6(4): 153–158.
  2. editors: Heartburn and indigestion. BabyMed.com. sourced on 8/23/13
  3. Peterson, C: A Case Study Of Chiropractic Management Of Pregnancy-Related Heartburn With Postulated Fetal Epigenome Implications. Explore-The Journal Of Science And Healing 2012;8(5):304-308
  4. Yuen T, Wells K, Benoit S, Yohanathan S, Capelletti L, Stuber K: Therapeutic interventions employed by Greater Toronto Area chiropractors on pregnant patients: results of a cross-sectional online survey. J Can Chiropr Assoc. 2013 June; 57(2): 132–142.
  5. Sadr, S; Pourkiani-Allah-Abad, N; Stuber, KJ:  The Treatment Experience Of Patients With Low Back Pain During Pregnancy And Their Chiropractors: A Qualitative Study. Chiropr Man Therap 2012;20(1):32

References for EXERCISE: Ashburn Chiropractic Women Patients: Tend to your Hamstrings!

  1. Schulze A, Böhme D, Weiss C, Schmittner MD. [Active Muscle Extension Testing of the Hamstrings: Reference Values and Impacting Factors.] Sportverletz Sportschaden. 2013 Jun 19. [Epub ahead of print]
  2. Bedard, RJ; Kim, KM; Grindstaff, TL; Hart, JM: Increased Active Hamstring Stiffness After Exercise In Women With A History Of Low Back Pain. J Sport Rehabil 2013;22(1):47-52
  3. Cipriani DJ, Terry ME, Haines MA, Tabibnia AP, Lyssanova O. Effect of stretch frequency and sex on the rate of gain and rate of loss in muscle flexibility during a hamstring-stretching program: a randomized single-blind longitudinal study. J Strength Cond Res. 2012 Aug;26(8):2119-29. doi: 10.1519/JSC.0b013e31823b862a.

References for NUTRITION: Ashburn Chiropractic Nutrition and Blood Pressure Tips

  1. Editors. “Take Action: How to Reduce Your Intake.” The Nutrition Source: Harvard School of Public Health. Sourced on 8/29/13 http://www.hsph.harvard.edu/nutritionsource/take-action-on-salt/
  2. Editors. “Salt and Sodium: The Facts.” The Nutrition Source:  Harvard School of Public Health. Sourced on 8/29/13. http://www.hsph.harvard.edu/nutritionsource/salt-and-sodium/
  3. Editors. “Health Risks & Disease.” Harvard Nutrition Source. Sourced 8/29/13  http://www.hsph.harvard.edu/nutritionsource/sodium-health-risks-and-disease/
  4. Chugh G, Asghar M, Patki G, Bohat R, Jafri F, Allam F, Dao AT, Mowrey C, Alkadhi K, Salim S. A high-salt diet further impairs age-associated declines in cognitive, behavioral, and cardiovascular functions in male Fischer brown Norway rats. J Nutr. 2013 Sep;143(9):1406-13. doi: 10.3945/jn.113.177980. Epub 2013 Jul 17.
  5. Mangum K, Partna L, Vavrek D. Spinal manipulation for the treatment of hypertension: a systematic qualitative literature review. J Manipulative Physiol Ther. 2012 Mar-Apr;35(3):235-43. doi: 10.1016/j.jmpt.2012.01.005. Epub 2012 Feb 17.
  6. Hawk C, Ndetan H, Evans MW Jr. Potential role of complementary and alternative health care providers in chronic disease prevention and health promotion: an analysis of National Health Interview Survey data. Prev Med. 2012 Jan;54(1):18-22. doi: 10.1016/j.ypmed.2011.07.002. Epub 2011 Jul 13.
  7. “Sauteed Chicken with Spinach, Garlic and Pine Nuts.” WholeLiving.com. sourced on 8/29/13. http://www.wholeliving.com/178485/sauteed-chicken-spinach-garlic-and-pine-nuts
  8. “Top 10 Foods Highest in Potassium.”  HealthAliciousNess.com sourced on 8/29/13 http://www.healthaliciousness.com/articles/food-sources-of-potassium.php

References for FEATURE: Ashburn Chiropractic Cares for Work-Related Back Injury AND Prevention

  1. Sherrod C, Johnson D, Chester B: Safety, tolerability and effectiveness of an ergonomic intervention with chiropractic care for knowledge workers with upper-extremity musculoskeletal disorders: A prospective case series. Work. 2013 Sep 4.
  2. Robstad Andersen G, Westgaard RH: Perceived occupational exposures of home care workers and the association to general tension, shoulder-neck and low back pain. Work. 2013 Sep 4.
  3. Melino NL, James C, Snodgrass SJ: The effect of load in a floor-to-bench lift during the WorkHab Functional Capacity Evaluation. Work. 2013 Sep 4. [Epub ahead of print]
  4. Hubley-Kozey C, Moreside JM, Quirk DA: Trunk neuromuscular pattern alterations during a controlled functional task in a low back injured group deemed ready to resume regular activities. Work. 2013 Sep 4.
  5. Costigan PA, Morin EL, Reid SA: Shouldering the load: A review of Joan Stevenson's work on occupational lifting and design evaluation of load carriage equipment. Work. 2013 Sep 4. [Epub ahead of print]
  6. Melloh M, Elfering A, Stanton TR, Käser A, Salathé CR, Barz T, Röder C, Theis JC: Who is likely to develop persistent low back pain? A longitudinal analysis of prognostic occupational factors. Work. 2013 Sep 4. [Epub ahead of print]

References for SPINE:  New Hips and Worn-out Knees May Make a Short Leg!

  1. Fujimaki H, Inaba Y, Kobayashi N, Tezuka T, Hirata Y, Saito T: Leg Length Discrepancy And Lower Limb Alignment After Total Hip Arthroplasty In Unilateral Hip Osteoarthritis Patients. J Orthop Sci 2013 [Epub ahead of print]
  2. Noll DR. Leg length discrepancy and osteoarthritic knee pain in the elderly: an observational study. J Am Osteopath Assoc. 2013 Sep;113(9):670-8. doi: 10.7556/jaoa.2013.033.

References for SPINE:  Ashburn Chiropractic Relieves Neck Pain and Arm Pain

  1. Peterson CK: Outcomes From Magnetic Resonance Imaging–Confirmed Symptomatic Cervical Disk Herniation Patients Treated With High-Velocity, Low-Amplitude Spinal Manipulative Therapy: A Prospective Cohort Study With 3-Month Follow-Up. JMPT October, 2013 36(8)

References for FEATURE: Football and Disc Herniation: A Chiropractor’s Worry

  1. Gray B, Buchowski J, Bumpass D, Lehman R, Mall N, Matava M: Disc Herniations in the National Football League. Spine 2013: 15 October 2013; 38(22):1934–1938

References for EXERCISE: Your Ashburn Family Chiropractor: Here for You, Here for Your Kids

  1. Gray B, Buchowski J, Bumpass D, Lehman R, Mall N, Matava M: Disc Herniations in the National Football League. Spine 2013: 15 October 2013; 38(22):1934–1938
  2. Ahsan MK, Matin T, Ali MI, Ali MY, Awwal MA, Sakeb N: Relationship between Physical Work Load and Lumbar Disc Herniation. Mymensingh Med J 2013;22(3):533-40
  3. Sollerhed AC, Andersson I, Ejlertsson G: Recurrent Pain And Discomfort In Relation To Fitness And Physical Activity Among Young School Children. Eur J Sport Sci 2013;13(5):591-8
  4. Kdra A, Czaprowski D: Epidemiology Of Back Pain In Children And Youth Aged 10-19 From The Area Of The Southeast Of Poland. Biomed Res Int 2013;2013:506823. doi: 10.1155/2013/506823. Epub 2013 Jul 31.

References: NUTRITION: Ashburn Chiropractic, Osteoporosis, and Calcium

  1. Hong H, Kim EK, Lee JS. Effects of calcium intake, milk and dairy product intake, and blood vitamin D level on osteoporosis risk in Korean adults: analysis of the 2008 and 2009 Korea National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey. Nutr Res Pract. 2013 Oct;7(5):409-17. 

References for FEATURE: Ashburn Chiropractor Shares Epidural Steroid Injection Statistics

  1. Balagué F, Piguet V, Dudler J. Steroids for LBP - from rationale to inconvenient truth. Swiss Med Wkly. 2012 Apr 11;142:0. doi: 10.4414/smw.2012.13566.
  3. Radcliff, K; Hilibrand, A; Lurie, JD; Tosteson, TD; Delasotta, L; Rihn, J; Zhao, WY: The Impact of Epidural Steroid Injections on the Outcomes of Patients Treated for Lumbar Disc Herniation A Subgroup Analysis of the SPORT Trial Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery-American volume 94a (15). Aug 1 2012. P.1353-1358
References for SPINE: Ashburn Neck Pain and Sleep Apnea – Snoring! – Related
  1. Phillips B: Women and Sleep Apnea. National Sleep Foundation, 10/31/13 http://www.sleepfoundation.org/article/ask-the-expert/women-and-sleep-apnea
  3. Khan A, Than KD, Chen KS, Wang AC, La Marca F, Park P. Sleep apnea and cervical spine pathology. Eur Spine J. 2013 Oct 9.

References for NUTRITION: Ashburn Chiropractic Nutrition News: Calcium Reduce Carotid Atherosclerosis

  1. Lewis JR, Zhu K, Thompson PL, Prince RL. The Effects of 3 Years of Calcium Supplementation on Common Carotid Artery Intimal Medial Thickness and Carotid Atherosclerosis in Older Women: An Ancillary Study of the CAIFOS Randomized Controlled Trial. J Bone Miner Res. 2013 Oct 23.
  2. Curhan: A prospective study of dietary calcium and other nutrients and the risk of symptomatic kidney stones. NEJM 1993:328

References for EXERCISE: Ashburn Chiropractic Care of Muscle Weakness

  1. Wall BT, Dirks ML, Snijders T, Senden JM, Dolmans J, van Loon LJ. Substantial skeletal muscle loss occurs during only 5 days of disuse. Acta Physiol (Oxf). 2013 Oct 30.

References for SPINE: Ashburn Chiropractic Care of Coccyx Pain (aka Tailbone Pain)

  1. Woon J, Maigne J, Perumal V, Stringer M: Magnetic Resonance Imaging Morphology and Morphometry of the Coccyx in Coccydynia. Spine: 01 November 2013 - Volume 38 - Issue 23 - p E1437–E1445
  2. Grgi V. Coccygodynia: etiology, pathogenesis, clinical characteristics, diagnosis and therapy. [Article in Croatian] Lijec Vjesn. 2012 Jan-Feb;134(1-2):49-55.

References for FEATURE: Back pain Affects Many; Sitting Makes it Worse!

  1. Rehman R, Khan R, Surti A, Khan H. An ounce of discretion is worth a pound of wit - ergonomics is a healthy choice. PLoS One. 2013 Oct 18;8(10)
  2. Teraguchi M, Yoshimura N, Hashizume H, Muraki S, Yamada H, Minamide A, Oka H, Ishimoto Y, Nagata K, Kagotani R, Takiguchi N, Akune T, Kawaguchi H, Nakamura K, Yoshida M. Prevalence and distribution of intervertebral disc degeneration over the entire spine in a population-based cohort: The Wakayama Spine Study. Osteoarthritis Cartilage. 2013 Nov 13. pii: S1063-4584(13)01002-9. doi: 10.1016/j.joca.2013.10.019. [Epub ahead of print]
  3. Kovacs FM, Arana E, Royuela A, Estremera A, Amengual G, Asenjo B, Sarasíbar H, Galarraga I, Alonso A, Casillas C, Muriel A, Martínez C, Abraira V. Disc degeneration and chronic low back pain: an association which becomes nonsignificant when endplate changes and disc contour are taken into account. Neuroradiology. 2013 Nov 5. [Epub ahead of print]

References for FEATURE: Ashburn Obesity: Risky for Back Pain or Not?

 

  1. Matsudaira K, Kawaguchi M, Isomura T, Arisaka M, Fujii T, Takeshita K, Kitagawa T, Miyoshi K, Konishi H. Identification of Risk Factors for New-Onset Sciatica in Japanese Workers: Findings from the Japan Epidemiological Research of Occupation-Related Back Pain (JOB) Study. Spine (Phila Pa 1976). 2013 Sep 12. [Epub ahead of print]
  2. Brooks C, Siegler JC, Cheema BS, Marshall PW. No relationship between body mass index and changes in pain and disability after exercise rehabilitation for patients with mild to moderate chronic low back pain. Spine (Phila Pa 1976). 2013 Dec 1;38(25):2190-5

References for FEATURE: Ashburn Chiropractic Neck Pain Care: Relief! 

 

  1. Freppel S, Bisdorff A, Colnat-Coulbois S, Ceyte H, Cian C, Gauchard G, Auque J, Perrin P. Visuo-proprioceptive interactions in degenerative cervical spine diseases requiring surgery. Neuroscience. 2013 Oct 10.
  2. Fehlings MG, Barry S, Kopjar B, Tim Yoon S, Arnold P, Massicotte EM, Vaccaro A, Brodke DS, Shaffrey C, Smith JS, Woodard E, Banco RJ, Chapman J, Janssen M, Bono C, Sasso R, Dekutoski M, Gokaslan ZL. Anterior vs Posterior Surgical Approaches to Treat Cervical Spondylotic Myelopathy: Outcomes of the Prospective Multicenter AOSpine North America CSM Study in 264 Patients. Spine (Phila Pa 1976). 2013 Oct 7. 

References for FEATURE:  What You (and your Ashburn Chiropractor) SAY Affects Other’s Expectations. Be Positive!

  1. McCluskey S, Brooks J, King N, Burton K. Are the treatment expectations of 'significant others' psychosocial obstacles to work participation for those with persistent low back pain? Work. 2013 Nov 27. [Epub ahead of print]

References for SPINE: Ashburn Chiropractic. Healthy Disc. Regenerate. Stand Up Straight. Better Gait!

  1. de Groot MH, van der Jagt-Willems HC, van Campen JP, Lems WF, Beijnen JH, Lamoth CJ: A flexed posture in elderly patients is associated with impairments in postural control during walking. Gait Posture. 2013 Oct 22. pii: S0966-6362(13)00649-8. doi: 10.1016/j.gaitpost.2013.10.015. [Epub ahead of print]
  2. Sivan SS, Roberts S, Urban JP, Menage J, Bramhill J, Campbell D, Franklin VJ, Lydon F, Merkher Y, Maroudas A, Tighe BJ. Injectable hydrogels with high fixed charge density and swelling pressure for nucleus pulposus repair: biomimetic glycosaminoglycan analogues. Acta Biomater. 2013 Nov 20. pii: S1742-7061(13)00566-7. doi:10.1016/j.actbio.2013.11.010. [Epub ahead of print]
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References for EXERCISE: Don’t Complain! Do your Ashburn Lower Back Exercise!

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References for NUTRITION: “I need SUN!” Maybe its Vitamin D is what you are craving!

  1. Milaneschi Y, Hoogendijk W, Lips P, Heijboer AC, Schoevers R, van Hemert AM, Beekman AT, Smit JH, Penninx BW. The association between low vitamin D and depressive disorders. Mol Psychiatry. 2013 Apr 9. doi: 10.1038/mp.2013.36. [Epub ahead of print]
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References for FEATURE: Ashburn Golfers with Back Pain: Help is Here!

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References for SPINE: Chiropractic Care for Ashburn Neuropathic Pain

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References for NUTRITION: Ashburn Nutrition Tip: Anti-Inflammatory Properties of Curcumin and Turmeric

  1. Conrozier T, Mathieu P, Bonjean M, Marc JF, Renevier JL, Balblanc JC. A Complex of Three Natural Anti-inflammatory Agents Provides Relief of Osteoarthritis Pain. Altern Ther Health Med. 2014 Jan;20 Suppl 1:32-7.
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References for EXERCISE: Ashburn Exercise Benefits Chronic Lower Back Pain

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References for FEATURE:  Ashburn Chiropractic Spinal Manipulation Reduces Pain

  1. Beattie PF, Butts R, Donley JW, Liuzzo DM. The Within-Session Change in Low Back Pain Intensity Following Spinal Manipulative Therapy is Related to Differences in Diffusion of Water in the Intervertebral Discs of the Upper Lumbar Spine and L5-S1. J Orthop Sports Phys Ther. 2013 Nov 21. [Epub ahead of print]
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References for SPINE: Ashburn Neck Manipulation Good: Tinnitus to Brain Function!
  1. Cherian K, Cherian N, Cook C, Kaltenbach JA. Improving tinnitus with mechanical treatment of the cervical spine and jaw. J Am Acad Audiol. 2013 Jul-Aug;24(7):544-55.
  2. Daligadu J, Haavik H, Yielder PC, Baarbe J, Murphy B. Alterations in Cortical and Cerebellar Motor Processing in Subclinical Neck Pain Patients Following Spinal Manipulation. J Manipulative Physiol Ther.  2013 Sep 12.
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  4. Gudavalli MR, Potluri T, Carandang G, Havey RM, Voronov LI, Cox JM, Rowell RM, Kruse RA, Joachim GC, Patwardhan AG, Henderson CN, Goertz C. Intradiscal Pressure Changes during Manual Cervical Distraction: A Cadaveric Study. Evidence-Based Complementary and Alternative Medicine, Volume 2013 (2013), Article ID 954134, 10 pages, http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2013/954134

References for NUTRITION: Chondroitin Sulfate: Good for the Disc and MS!

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References for EXERCISE: Stabilization Exercise Is Good for Back Pain Control

  1. Hosseinifar M, Akbari M, Behtash H, Amiri M, Sarrafzadeh J: The Effects of Stabilization and Mckenzie Exercises on Transverse Abdominis and Multifidus Muscle Thickness, Pain, and Disability: A Randomized Controlled Trial in NonSpecific Chronic Low Back Pain. J Phys Ther Sci 2013;25(12):1541-5
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References for DIABETES

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References for COPD
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References for FEATURE: Ashburn Chiropractic and Menopause

  1. Sapre S, Thakur R. Lifestyle and dietary factors determine age at natural menopause. J Midlife Health. 2014 Jan;5(1):3-5.
  2. Goto V, Frange C, Andersen ML, Júnior JM, Tufik S, Hachul H. Chiropractic intervention in the treatment of postmenopausal climacteric symptoms and insomnia: A review. Maturitas. 2014 Feb 19. pii: S0378-5122(14)00055-3. doi: 10.1016/j.maturitas.2014.02.004. [Epub ahead of print]
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References for SPINE: Disc Disease is Systemic! Chiropractic Helps.

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References for NUTRITION:  Ashburn Chiropractic, Fibromyalgia and Vitamin D

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References for EXERCISE: Beware of Ashburn Trampolines!

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References for FEATURE: Blood Serum Tests May Point to How Ashburn Spinal Manipulation Reduces Pain 

  1. Molina-Ortega F, Lomas-Vega R, Hita-Contreras F, Plaza Manzano G, Achalandabaso A, Ramos-Morcillo AJ, Martínez-Amat A. Immediate effects of spinal manipulation on nitric oxide, substance P and pain perception. Man Ther. 2014 Mar 5. pii: S1356-689X(14)00029-0. doi:10.1016/j.math.2014.02.007. [Epub ahead of print]

References for SPINE: Ashburn Chiropractic Care for Hip Pain

  1. Radcliff KE, Kepler CK, Hellman M, Restrepo C, Jung KA, Vaccaro AR, Albert TJ, Parvizi J. Does spinal alignment influence acetabular orientation: a study of spinopelvic variables and sagittal acetabular version. Orthop Surg. 2014 Feb;6(1):15-22. doi: 10.1111/os.12090

References for NUTRITION: Take Your Vitamin D! Prevent Osteoporosis and More

  1. Leyssens C, Verlinden L, Verstuyf A. The future of vitamin D analogs. Front Physiol. 2014 Apr 3;5:122. eCollection 2014
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References for EXERCISE: Ashburn Exercise Tip: Stretch Hamstrings!

  1. Hasebe K, Sairyo K, Hada Y, Dezawa A, Okubo Y, Kaneoka K, Nakamura Y. Spino-pelvic-rhythm with forward trunk bending in normal subjects without low back pain. Eur J Orthop Surg Traumatol. 2013 Oct 12. [Epub ahead of print]
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References for FEATURE: Ashburn Chiropractor says “Get Those ZZZs!” for Back Pain Relief.

 

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References for SPINE: Chiropractic Advice for Sitting: Chairs & Breaks Help!

 

  1. George E, Rosenkranz RR, Kolt GS. Chronic disease and sitting time in middle-aged Australian males: findings from the 45 and Up Study. International Journal of Behavioral Nutrition and Physical Activity 2013, 10:20 doi:10.1186/1479-5868-10-20
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References for NUTRITION: Don’t be Blue! Eat Blueberries!
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References for EXERCISE: Ashburn Chiropractic Advice: Take a walk

  1. More People Walk to Better Health. August 2012. Centers for Disease Control. Sourced 6/6/14. http://www.cdc.gov/vitalsigns/Walking/
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References for CONDITION: CAUDA EQUINA SYNDROME

  1. Aly T, Aboranamadan M: Efficacy of delayed decompression of lumbar disk herniation causing cauda equina syndrome. Orthopedics 2014 Feb 1; 37(2):e153-6
References for FEATURE: Returning to Work after Back Pain with Ashburn Chiropractic
  1. Wynne-Jones G(1), Cowen J, Jordan JL, Uthman O, Main CJ, Glozier N, van der Windt D. Absence from work and return to work in people with back pain: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Occup Environ Med. 2014 Jun;71(6):448-56. doi: 10.1136/oemed-2013-101571. Epub2013 Nov 1.
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References for SPINE: Ashburn Chiropractic for Kids Who Sit Too Much

  1. Kratenová J, Zejglicová K, Malý M, Filipová V. Prevalence and risk factors of poor posture in school children in the Czech Republic. J Sch Health. 2007 Mar;77(3):131-7
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References for NUTRITION: Poulin Chiropractic of Herndon and Ashburn Presents Vitamin K for Osteoporosis and Prostate Cancer Prevention

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References for EXERCISE: Ashburn Exercise for Brain Power!

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References for FEATURE: Chiropractic for Headache Pain Relief Also Improves Range of Motion

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References for SPINE: Have a Humpback? Osteoporosis? Chiropractic Helps.

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References for NUTRITION: Raspberries Help Control Obesity

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References for EXERCISE: Exercise and Some Ashburn Chiropractic for Spinal Stenosis

  1. Cambron JA, Schneider M, Dexheimer JM, Iannelli G, Chang M, Terhorst L, Cramer GD. A Pilot Randomized Controlled Trial of Flexion-Distraction Dosage for Chiropractic Treatment of Lumbar Spinal Stenosis. J Manipulative Physiol Ther. 2014 Aug 6. pii: S0161-4754(14)00115-8. doi: 10.1016/j.jmpt.2014.05.005. [Epub ahead of print]
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References for Chiropractic Healing via Decompression of Nerves

  1. Quan X, Guo K, Wang Y, Huang L, Chen B, Ye Z, Luo Z: Mechanical compression insults induce nanoscale changes of membrane-skeleton arrangement which could cause apoptosis and necrosis in dorsal root ganglion neurons. Biosci Biotechnol Biochem. 2014 Jul 14:1-9. [Epub ahead of print]
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References for SPINE: Help for Disc Degeneration and Irritated Nerves

  1. Miyagi M, Millecamps M, Danco D, Ohtori S, Takahashi K, Stone L: ISSLS Prize Winner: Increased Innervation and Sensory Nervous System Plasticity in a Mouse Model of Low Back Pain Due to Intervertebral Disc Degeneration. Spine: 01 August 2014 - Volume 39 - Issue 17 - p 1345–1354 doi:  10.1097/BRS.0000000000000334
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References for NUTRITION: Osteoporosis Risks and Nutrition Tips

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References for EXERCISE: Exercise the Connectors of the Spine: Multifidus and Erector Spinae

  1. Abboud J, Nougarou F, Pagé I, Cantin V, Massicotte D, Descarreaux M. Trunk motor variability in patients with non-specific chronic low back pain. Eur J Appl Physiol. 2014 Aug 31.
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References for FEATURE: Consider Ashburn Chiropractic Care Before Disc Replacement or Fusion

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References for SPINE: Sleep: The Dark Path to Healing and Back and Neck Pain Relief

  1. Jones JM:  In U.S., 40% Get Less Than Recommended Amount of Sleep. Hours of sleep similar to recent decades, but much lower than in 1942. December 19, 2013. Sourced on 9/12/14. http://www.gallup.com/poll/166553/less-recommended-amount-sleep.aspx
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References for NUTRITION: Darn the Disc! Glycosaminoglycan helps.

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References for EXERCISE: Exercise and Chiropractic Care After Back Surgery

 

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References for FEATURE: Want a Pill for Low Back Pain Relief? NSAIDs – and Chiropractic - are Effective.

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References for SPINE: Be Grateful for Your Spine even one with Ankylosing Spondylitis

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References for NUTRITION: Eat to Build Bone Mass and Prevent Osteoporosis

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References for EXERCISE: Kids to Great-Grandparents Need an Exercise Plan to Prevent Pain

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References for SPINE: Don’t Fall! Fall Prevention Tips from Your Ashburn

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References for HEALTHY NEWS - NOVEMBER 2014:

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References for HEALTHY NEWS – DECEMBER 2014

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References for NUTRITION: Add Olive Oil to the Ashburn Holiday Dinner!

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References for EXERCISE: Exercise for the Ashburn Holidays!

  1. Rainville J, Hartigan C, Martinez E, Limke J, Jouve C, Finno M. Exercise as a treatment for chronic low back pain. Spine J. 2004 Jan-Feb;4(1):106-15.

References for SPINE:  Ashburn Chiropractic Solution for Spinal Stenosis Pain Relief

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References for NUTRITION: Chiropractic and Natural Pain Relievers for Back Pain Relief

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References for EXERCISE: Neck Pain Relief Combination: Chiropractic and Meditation
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References for FEATURE: Let There Be Light…plus Chiropractic for Back Pain Relief!

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References for NUTRITION: Chiropractic Nutrition Advice: “We all need Vitamin D!”

  1. Holick MF. Sunlight, ultraviolet radiation, vitamin D and skin cancer: how much sunlight do we need? Adv Exp Med Biol. 2014;810:1-16.
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References for EXERCISE: Poulin Chiropractic of Herndon and Ashburn Offers Top Exercises for Back Pain Relief

  1. Grgi V. [Exercise program for chronic low back pain based on common clinical characteristics of patients]. Lijec Vjesn. 2014 May-Jun;136(5-6):156-66.
  2. Rainville J, Hartigan C, Martinez E, Limke J, Jouve C, Finno M. Exercise as a treatment for chronic low back pain. Spine J. 2004 Jan-Feb;4(1):106-15.

References for SPINE: Consistent Application of Chiropractic Protocols Delivers Consistent Results

  1. Gudavalli MR, Vining RD, Salsbury SA2 Corber LG, Long CR, Patwardhan AG, Goertz CM. Clinician proficiency in delivering manual treatment for neck pain within specified force ranges. Spine J. 2014 Oct 22. pii: S1529-9430(14)01609-X. doi: 10.1016/j.spinee.2014.10.016. [Epub ahead of print]

References for HEALTHY NEWS - January 2015 Newsletter:

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  2. Gudavalli MR, Vining RD, Salsbury SA, Corber LG, Long CR, Patwardhan AG, Goertz CM. Clinician proficiency in delivering manual treatment for neck pain within specified force ranges. Spine J. 2014 Oct 22. pii: S1529-9430(14)01609-X. doi: 10.1016/j.spinee.2014.10.016. [Epub ahead of print]
  3. Harinarayan CV. Vitamin D and diabetes mellitus. Hormones (Athens). 2014 Apr-Jun;13(2):163-81.
  4. Lubelski D, Thompson NR, Bansal S, Mroz TE, Mazanec DJ, Benzel EC, Khalaf T. Depression as a predictor of worse quality of life outcomes following nonoperative treatment for lumbar stenosis. J Neurosurg Spine. 2014 Dec 19:1-6. [Epub ahead of print]
  5. Sung YB, Lee JH, Park YH. Effects of Thoracic Mobilization and Manipulation on Function and Mental State in Chronic Lower Back Pain. J Phys Ther Sci. 2014 Nov;26(11):1711-1714. Epub 2014 Nov 13.

References for FEATURE: Chiropractic Works, Helps, Grows

  1. National Board of Chiropractic Examiners, Practice Analysis, 2010. http://www.nbce.org/links/publications/practiceanalysis/
  2. Clarke TC, Black LI, Stussman BJ, Barnes PM, Nahin RL. Trends in the use of complementary health approaches among adults: United States, 2002–2012. National health statistics reports; no 79. Hyattsville, MD: National Center for Health Statistics. 2015. (240KB PDF)
  3. Black LI, Clarke TC, Barnes PM, Stussman BJ, Nahin RL. Use of complementary health approaches among children aged 4-17 years in the United States: National Health Interview Survey, 2007-2012. National health statistics reports; no 78. Hyattsville, MD: National Center for Health Statistics. 2015. (229KB PDF)
  4. Clijsters M, Fronzoni F, Jenkins H. Chiropractic treatment approaches for spinal musculoskeletal conditions: a cross-sectional survey. Chiropr Man Therap. 2014 Oct 1;22(1):33. doi: 10.1186/s12998-014-0033-8. eCollection 2014.
  5. Wong JJ, Di Loreto L, Kara A, Yu K, Mattia A, Soave D, Weyman K, Kopansky-Giles D. Assessing the change in attitudes, knowledge, and perspectives of medical students towards chiropractic after an educational intervention. J Chiropr Educ. 2014 Oct;28(2):112-22. doi: 10.7899/JCE-14-16. Epub 2014 Sep 19. 

References: Healthy News from Poulin Chiropractic of Herndon and Ashburn - February 2015

  1. Clarke TC, Black LI, Stussman BJ, Barnes PM, Nahin RL. Trends in the use of complementary health approaches among adults: United States, 2002-2012. National health statistics reports; no 79. Hyattsville, MD: National Center for Health Statistics. 2015. (240KB PDF)
  2. Black LI, Clarke TC, Barnes PM, Stussman BJ, Nahin RL. Use of complementary health approaches among children aged 4-17 years in the United States: National Health Interview Survey, 2007-2012. National health statistics reports; no 78. Hyattsville, MD: National Center for Health Statistics. 2015. (229KB PDF)
  3. Gliedt JA1, Hawk C2, Anderson M2, Ahmad K3, Bunn D3, Cambron J4, Gleberzon B5, Hart J6, Kizhakkeveettil A7, Perle SM8, Ramcharan M9, Sullivan S10, Zhang L11. Chiropractic identity, role and future: a survey of North American chiropractic students. Chiropr Man Therap. 2015 Feb 2;23(1):4. doi: 10.1186/s12998-014-0048-1. eCollection 2015.
  4. Wong JJ, Di Loreto L, Kara A, Yu K, Mattia A, Soave D, Weyman K, Kopansky-Giles D. Assessing the change in attitudes, knowledge, and perspectives of medical students towards chiropractic after an educational intervention. J Chiropr Educ. 2014 Oct;28(2):112-22. doi: 10.7899/JCE-14-16. Epub 2014 Sep 19.
  5. Eaves ER, Sherman KJ, Ritenbaugh C, Hsu C, Nichter M, Turner JA, Cherkin DC. A qualitative study of changes in expectations over time among patients with chronic low back pain seeking four CAM therapies. BMC Complement Altern Med. 2015 Feb 5;15(1):12. [Epub ahead of print]

References for SPINE: Pregnancy- Related Osteoporosis Affects the Spine

  1. Raffaetà G, Mazzantini M, Menconi A, Bottai V, Falossi F, Celauro I, Guido G: Osteoporosis With Vertebral Fractures Associated With Pregnancy: Two Case Reports. Clin Cases Miner Bone Metab 2014;11(2):136-8
  2. Zarattini G, Buffoli P, Isabelli G, Marchese M: Pregnancy-Associated Osteoporosis With Seven Vertebral Compression Fractures, A Case Treated With Strontium Ranelate. Clin Cases Miner Bone Metab 2014;11(2):139-41

References for EXERCISE: Need More Muscle Function & Strength? Less Fatigue? Choose Chiropractic!

  1. Niazi IK, Türker KS, Flavel S, Kinget M, Duehr J & Haavik H. Changes in H-reflex and V waves following spinal manipulation. Experimental Brain Research. (2015) In press. DOI: 10.1007/s00221-014-4193-5  URL link: http://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s00221-014-4193-5 

References for NUTRITION: Deprived  Discs? Feed, Water and Move Them Back to Health!

  1. Purmessur D, Cornejo MC, Cho SK, Roughley PJ, Linhardt RJ, Hecht AC, Iatridis JC. Intact Glycosaminoglycans from intervertebral disc-derived notochordal cell conditioned media inhibits neurite growth while maintaining neuronal cell viability. Spine J. 2015 Feb 5. pii: S1529-9430(15)00101-1. doi: 10.1016/j.spinee.2015.02.003. [Epub ahead of print]
  2. Percope de Andrade MA, Campos TV, Abreu-E-Silva GM. Supplementary Methods in the Nonsurgical Treatment of Osteoarthritis. Arthroscopy. 2015 Jan 26. pii: S0749-8063(14)00939-6. doi: 10.1016/j.arthro.2014.11.021. [Epub ahead of print]
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References for FEATURE: Ashburn Chiropractic for Vertigo and Dizziness

  1. Park J, Lee C, You N, Kim S, Cho K. Cervicogenic Vertigo Treated by C1 Transverse Foramen Decompression : A Case Report. Korean Journal of Spine. 2014;11(3):209-211. doi:10.14245/kjs.2014.11.3.209.
  2. Strunk RG, Hawk C. Effects of chiropractic care on dizziness, neck pain, and balance: a single-group, preexperimental, feasibility study. Journal of Chiropractic Medicine. 2009;8(4):156-164. doi:10.1016/j.jcm.2009.08.002.
  3. Yacovino DA1. Cervical vertigo: myths, facts, and scientific evidence. Neurologia. 2012 Sep 13. pii: S0213-4853(12)00211-3. doi: 10.1016/j.nrl.2012.06.013. [Epub ahead of print] 
Reference for MARCH 2015 HEALTHY NEWS
  1. Choi J, Lee S, Hwangbo G. Influences of spinal decompression therapy and general traction therapy on the pain, disability, and straight leg raising of patients with intervertebral disc herniation. J Phys Ther Sci. 2015 Feb;27(2):481-3. doi: 10.1589/jpts.27.481. Epub 2015 Feb 17.
  2. Bailey R, Fakhouri T, Park Y, et al. Multivitamin-Mineral Use Is Associated with Reduced Risk of Cardiovascular Disease Mortality among Women in the United States. J. Nutr. 2015 145: 572-578; first published online January 7, 2015. doi:10.3945/jn.114.204743
  3. Müller R, Ertelt T, Blickhan R. Low back pain affects trunk as well as lower limb movements during walking and running. J Biomech. 2015 Feb 7. pii: S0021-9290(15)00058-5. doi: 10.1016/j.jbiomech.2015.01.042.
  4. Yang HS, Lee YS, Jin SA. Effect of evidence-based trunk stability exercises on the thickness of the trunk muscles. J Phys Ther Sci. 2015 Feb;27(2):473-5. doi: 10.1589/jpts.27.473. Epub 2015 Feb 17.
  5. Roach SM, Juan JG, Suprak DN, Lyda M, Bies AJ, Boydston CR. Passive hip range of motion is reduced in active subjects with chronic low back pain compared to controls. Int J Sports Phys Ther. 2015 Feb;10(1):13-20. 

References for EXERCISE: Strengthen Your Trunk with Chiropractic and Exercise!

  1. Yang HS, Lee YS, Jin SA: Effect Of Evidence-Based Trunk Stability Exercises On The Thickness Of The Trunk Muscles. J Phys Ther Sci 2015;27(2):473-5

References for NUTRITION: Vitamin C Benefits: Daily, Pre- and Post-Surgically

  1. Uchio R, Hirose Y, Murosaki S, Yamamoto Y, Ishigami A. High dietary intake of vitamin C suppresses age-related thymic atrophy and contributes to the maintenance of immune cells in vitamin C-deficient senescence marker protein-30 knockout mice. Br J Nutr. 2015 Feb 28;113(4):603-9. doi: 10.1017/S0007114514003857. Epub 2015 Jan 22.
  2. Chen S, Roffey DM, Dion CA, Arab A, Wai EK. Effect of Perioperative Vitamin C Supplementation on Postoperative Pain and the Incidence of Chronic Regional Pain Syndrome: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis. Clin J Pain. 2015 Feb 4. [Epub ahead of print] 

References for APRIL 2015 HEALTHY NEWS:

  1. Niazi IK, Türker KS, Flavel S, Kinget M, Duehr J, Haavik H: Changes in H-reflex and V waves following spinal manipulation. Experimental Brain Research 2015
  2. Kendall JC, Hartvigsen J, French SD, Azari MF. Is there a role for neck manipulation in elderly falls prevention? - An overview. J Can Chiropr Assoc. 2015 Mar;59(1):53-63.
  3. de Zoete A1, Ostelo R, Knol DL, Algra PR, Wilmink JT, van Tulder MW. Diagnostic Accuracy of Lumbosacral Spine MRI Scan Reading by Chiropractors, Chiropractic Radiologists, and Medical Radiologists. Spine (Phila Pa 1976). 2015 Mar 21. [Epub ahead of print]
  4. Kim W, Jin YS, Lee CS, Bin SI, Lee SY, Choi KH: Influence Of Knee Pain And Low Back Pain On The Quality Of Life In Adults Over Age Fifty. PM R 2015 [Epub Ahead Of Print]
  5. Di Monaco M, Castiglioni C, Di Monaco R, Tappero R: Prevalence And Burden Of Vertebral Fractures In Older Men And Women With Hip Fracture: A Cross-Sectional Study. Geriatr Gerontol Int 2015 [Epub Ahead Of Print] 

References for FEATURE: Acetaminophen Not Effective for Low Back Pain; Chiropractic Is!

  1. Moore RA, Derry S, Wiffen PJ, Straube S, Aldington DJ. Overview review: Comparative efficacy of oral ibuprofen and paracetamol (acetaminophen) across acute and chronic pain conditions. Eur J Pain. 2014 Dec 22. doi: 10.1002/ejp.649. [Epub ahead of print]
  2. Machado GC, Maher CG, Ferreira PH, Pinheiro MB, Lin CW, Day RO, McLachlan AJ, Ferreira ML. Efficacy and safety of paracetamol for spinal pain and osteoarthritis: systematic review and meta-analysis of randomised placebo controlled trials. BMJ. 2015 Mar 31;350:h1225. doi: 10.1136/bmj.h1225.
  3. Williams CM, Maher CG, Latimer J, McLachlan AJ, Hancock MJ, Day RO, Lin CW. Efficacy of paracetamol for acute low-back pain: a double-blind, randomised controlled trial. Lancet. 2014 Nov 1;384(9954):1586-96. doi: 10.1016/S0140-6736(14)60805-9. Epub 2014 Jul 23.
  4. Moore A: Up To 4000 Mg Of Paracetamol A Day Is Ineffective For Acute Low Back Pain. Evid Based Med 2015 [Epub Ahead Of Print]

References for SPINE: Ashburn Chiropractic Scoliosis Screening

  1. Richards BS, Vitale M: AAOS-SRS-POSNA-AAP Position Statement: Screening for Idiopathic Scoliosis in Adolescents. http://www.aaos.org/about/papers/position/1122.asp . sourced on 4/14/15.
  2. Yawn BP, Yawn RA, Hodge D, et al: A population-based study of school scoliosis screening. JAMA1999;282:1427–1432.
  3. Rowe DE, Feise RJ, Crowther ER, et al. Chiropractic manipulation in Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis: a pilot study. Chiropractic & Osteopathy. 2006;14:15. doi:10.1186/1746-1340-14-15. http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC1560145/
  4. Burton MS. Diagnosis and treatment of adolescent idiopathic scoliosis. Pediatr Ann. 2013 Nov 1;42(11):224-8. 

References for NUTRITION: Your Brain and Your Bones Need Vitamin D! Prevent Dementia and Osteoporosis

  1. Holick, MF. Vitamin D: A D-Lightful Solution for Health. JOURNAL OF INVESTIGATIVE MEDICINE 59 (6). AUG 2011. p.872-880
  2. Meehan M, Penckofer S: The Role of Vitamin D in the Aging Adult. J Aging Gerontol 2014;2(2):60-71
  3. Moon Y, Moon WJ, Kwon H, Lee JM, Han SH. Vitamin d deficiency disrupts neuronal integrity in cognitively impaired patients. J Alzheimers Dis. 2015 Jan 1;45(4):1089-96. doi: 10.3233/JAD-143063.
  4. Halil M, Cemal Kizilarslanoglu M, Emin Kuyumcu M, Yesil Y, Cruz Jentoft AJ. Cognitive aspects of frailty: mechanisms behind the link between frailty and cognitive impairment. J Nutr Health Aging. 2015 Mar;19(3):276-83. doi: 10.1007/s12603-014-0535-z.
  5. Yamaguchi K. [Cognitive Function and Calcium. The link between dementia and bone and calcium metabolism disorders]. Clin Calcium. 2015;25(2):189-94. doi: CliCa1502189194
  6. Chaves M1, Toral A, Bisonni A, Rojas JI, Fernández C, Basallo MJ, Matusevich D, Cristiano E, Golimstok A. [Treatment with vitamin D and slowing of progression to severe stage of Alzheimer's disease.] Vertex. 2014 Mar;XXV(114):85-91.
  7. Brincat M, Gambin J, Brincat M, Calleja-Agius J. The role of vitamin D in osteoporosis. Maturitas. 2015 Jan 13. pii: S0378-5122(14)00408-3. doi: 10.1016/j.maturitas.2014.12.018. [Epub ahead of print]

References for EXERCISE: Prevent Back Pain in Kids with DAILY Exercise

  1. Bekiesiska-Figatowska M. MRI - what important findings can it show in children with back pain? Dev Period Med. 2014;18(2):187-93.
  2. Hill JJ, Keating JL. Daily Exercises and Education for Preventing Low Back Pain in Children: A Cluster Randomized Controlled Trial. Phys Ther. 2014 Dec 11. [Epub ahead of print]
  3. Silva MR, Badaró AF, Dall'Agnol MM. Low back pain in adolescent and associated factors: A cross sectional study with schoolchildren. [Article in English, Portuguese]  Braz J Phys Ther. 2014 Sep-Oct;18(5):402-9. Epub 2014 Oct 10.

References for FEATURE: Ashburn Chiropractic Exam for Back Pain

  1. Belavy DL, Adams M, Brisby H, Cagnie B, Danneels L, Fairbank J, Hargens AR, Judex S, Scheuring RA, Sovelius R, Urban J, Van Dieën JH, Wilke HJ: Disc Herniations In Astronauts: What Causes Them, And What Does It Tell Us About Herniation On Earth? Eur Spine J 2015 [Epub Ahead Of Print]
  2. Mostofi K, Karimi Khouzani R: Reliability of the Path of the Sciatic Nerve, Congruence between Patients' History and Medical Imaging Evidence of Disc Herniation and Its Role in Surgical Decision Making. Asian Spine J 2015;9(2):200-4
  3. Della-Giustina D: Evaluation and Treatment of Acute Back Pain in the Emergency Department. Emerg Med Clin North Am 2015;33(2):311-326
  4. Boos N, Rieder R, Schade V, Spratt KF, Semmer N, Aebi M. 1995 Volvo Award in clinical sciences. The diagnostic accuracy of magnetic resonance imaging, work perception, and psychosocial factors in identifying symptomatic disc herniations. Spine (Phila Pa 1976). 1995 Dec 15;20(24):2613-25.
  5. Hancock, Mark; Koes, Bart; Ostelo, Raymond; Peul, Wilco. Diagnostic accuracy of the clinical examination in identifying the level of herniation in patients with sciatica. Spine 2011 May 15;36(11):E712-9. doi: 10.1097/BRS.0b013e3181ee7f78. http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/21224761

References for SPINE: Spinal Connections to Feet and Ankles affect Balance and Gait

  1. Boiwka AV, Bajwa NS, Toy JO, Eubanks J, Ahn NU: Lumbar Degenerative Disc Disease and Tibiotalar Joint Arthritis: A 710-Specimen Postmortem Study. Am J Orthop (Belle Mead NJ) 2015;44(4):E100-E105
  2. Frost LR, Bijman M, Strzalkowski ND, Bent LR, Brown SH: Deficits In Foot Skin Sensation Are Related To Alterations In Balance Control In Chronic Low Back Patients Experiencing Clinical Signs Of Lumbar Nerve Root Impingement. Gait Posture 2015 [Epub ahead of print] 

References for SPINE: Osteoporosis and Diabetes Linked

 Roy B. Biomolecular basis of the role of diabetes mellitus in osteoporosis and bone fractures. World J Diabetes. 2013 Aug 15;4(4):101-13. doi: 10.4239/wjd.v4.i4.101.

  1. Crandall CJ, Hovey KM, Cauley JA, Andrews CA, Curtis JR, Wactawski-Wende J, Wright NC, Li W, LeBoff MS. Wrist Fracture and Risk of Subsequent Fracture: Findings from the Women's Health Initiative Study. J Bone Miner Res. 2015 May 19. doi: 10.1002/jbmr.2559. [Epub ahead of print]
  2. Schacter GI, Leslie WD. Spine-Hip Thickness Difference Measured by Dual-Energy X-ray Absorptiometry Is Associated With Diabetes Mellitus in Women and Men. J Clin Densitom. 2015 May 8. pii: S1094-6950(15)00020-7. doi: 10.1016/j.jocd.2015.03.001. [Epub ahead of print]

 References NUTRITION: Ashburn Chiropractic and Vitamin D’s Role in Back Pain

  1.  Sedighi M, Haghnegahdar A. Role of vitamin D3 in treatment of lumbar disc herniation--pain and sensory aspects: study protocol for a randomized controlled trial. Trials. 2014 Sep 25;15:373. doi: 10.1186/1745-6215-15-373.
  2. Lodh M, Goswami B, Mahajan RD, Sen D, Jajodia N, Roy A: Assessment of Vitamin D status In Patients of Chronic Low Back Pain of Unknown Etiology. Indian J Clin Biochem 2015;30(2):174-9
  3. Hanaei S, Abdollahzade S, Khoshnevisan A, Kepler CK, Rezaei N. Genetic aspects of intervertebral disc degeneration. Rev Neurosci. 2015 May 21. pii: /j/revneuro.ahead-of-print/revneuro-2014-0077/revneuro-2014-0077.xml. doi: 10.1515/revneuro-2014-0077. [Epub ahead of print]
  4. Gendelman O, Itzhaki D, Makarov S, Bennun M, Amital H. A randomized double-blind placebo-controlled study adding high dose vitamin D to analgesic regimens in patients with musculoskeletal pain. Lupus. 2015 Apr;24(4-5):483-9. doi: 10.1177/0961203314558676.

References for EXERCISE: Walk for Relief: Back Pain and Peripheral Artery Disease 

  1. Lyu X, Li S, Peng S, Cai H, Liu G, Ran X: Intensive Walking Exercise for Lower Extremity Peripheral Arterial Disease: a Systematic Review and Meta-analysis. J Diabetes 2015 [Epub ahead of print]
  2. McDermott MM, Guralnik JM, Criqui MH, Ferrucci L, Liu K, Spring B, Tian L, Domanchuk K, Kibbe M, Zhao L, Lloyd Jones D, Liao Y, Gao Y, Rejeski WJ. Unsupervised exercise and mobility loss in peripheral artery disease: a randomized controlled trial. J Am Heart Assoc. 2015 May 20;4(5). pii: e001659. doi: 10.1161/JAHA.114.001659.
  3. Cheng Yy, Kao Cl, Ma Hi, Hung Ch, Wang Ct, Liu Dh, Chen Py, Tsai Kl: Sirt1-Related Inhibition Of Pro-Inflammatory Responses And Oxidative Stress Are Involved In The Mechanism Of Nonspecific Low Back Pain Relief After Exercise Through Modulation Of Toll-Like Receptor 4. J biochem 2015 [Epub ahead of print]

References for Healthy Spine News June 2015

  1. Vialle E. Second opinion in spine surgery: a Brazillian perspective. Eur J Surg Traumatol 2015 May 7
  2. Schneider MJ, Evans R, Haas M, Leach M, Hawk C, Long C, Cramer GD, Walters O, Vihstadt C, Terhorst L: US Chiropractors' Attitudes, Skills And Use Of Evidence-Based Practice: A Cross-Sectional National Survey. Chiropr Man Therap 2015;23:16
  3. Blanchette MA, Rivard M, Dionne CE, Cassidy JD: Chiropractors' Characteristics Associated With Physician Referrals: Results From a Survey of Canadian Doctors of Chiropractic. J Manipulative Physiol Ther 2014 [Epub ahead of print]
  4. El-Hajj Fuleihan G, Bouillon R, Clarke B, Chakhtoura M, Cooper C, McClung M, Singh RJ: Serum 25-Hydroxyvitamin D Levels: Variability, Knowledge Gaps, and the Concept of a Desirable Range. J Bone Miner Res 2015 [Epub ahead of print]
  5. Rannisto S, Okuloff A, Uitti J, Paananen M, Rannisto PH, Malmivaara A, Karppinen J: Leg-length discrepancy is associated with low back pain among those who must stand while working. BMC Musculoskelet Disord 2015;16(1):110
  6. Prasarn ML, Kostantinos V, Coyne E, Wright J, Rechtine GR: Does Lumbar Paraspinal Muscle Fatty Degeneration Correlate With Aerobic Index And Oswestry Disability Index? Surg Neurol Int 2015;6(Suppl 4):S240-3

References for FEATURE: Thinking of Back Surgery? Think Twice or Three Times!

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  4. Weber: Spine Update: the natural history of disc herniation and the influence of intervention. Spine 19(19)
  5. Chou, R et al: Interventional Therapies, Surgery, and Interdisciplinary Rehabilitation for Low Back Pain An Evidence-Based Clinical Practice Guideline From the American Pain Society.  SPINE 34 (10). MAY 1 2009.
  6. Choi J, Hwangbo G, Park J, Lee S. Effects of Manual Therapy Using Joint Mobilization and Flexion-distraction Techniques on Chronic Low Back Pain and Disc Heights. J Phys Ther Sci. 2014 Aug;26(8):1259-62. doi: 10.1589/jpts.26.1259. Epub 2014 Aug 30.

Reference for SPINE: A Short Leg May Lead to Back Pain

  1. Rannisto S, Okuloff A, Uitti J, Paananen M, Rannisto PH, Malmivaara A, Karppinen J: Leg-length discrepancy is associated with low back pain among those who must stand while working. BMC Musculoskelet Disord 2015;16(1):110

References for NUTRITION: B Vitamins & Bone Health

  1. Dai Z, Koh WP: B-Vitamins and Bone Health-A Review of the Current Evidence. Nutrients 2015;7(5):3322-3346
  2. Clarke M1, Ward M, Dickey W, Hoey L, Molloy AM, Waldron L, Varghese A, McCann A, Blayney JK, McNulty H. B-vitamin status in relation to bone mineral density in treated celiac disease patients. Scand J Gastroenterol. 2015 Aug;50(8):975-84. doi: 10.3109/00365521.2015.1015603. Epub 2015 Apr 10.
  3. Clemens TL. Vitamin B12 deficiency and bone health. N Engl J Med. 2014 Sep 4;371(10):963-4. doi: 10.1056/NEJMcibr1407247.
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References for EXERCISE: Weak Spine Muscles, Painful Spines

  1. Lee HI, Lee ST, Kim M, Ryu JS. Sex differences in predicting chronic of low back pain after acute trauma using lumbar muscle area. Am J Phys Med Rehabil 2014 Aug 13
  2. Suehiro T, et al. Individuals with chronic low back pain demonstrate delayed onset of the back muscle activity during prone hip extension. J Electromyogr Kinesiol 2015 May 2
  3. Langevin HM et al. Reduced thoracolumbar fascia shear strain in human chronic low back pain. BMC Musculoskeletal Disorders 2011, 12: 203
  4. Teichtahl et al. Physical inactivity is associated with narrower lumbar intervertebral discs, high fat content of paraspinal muscles and low back pain and disability. Arthritis Research & Therapy (2015) 17:114 DOI 10.1186/s13075-015-0629-y
  5. Elliott J, Courtney D,  Rademaker A, Pinto D, Sterling M, Parrish T: The Rapid and Progressive Degeneration of the Cervical Multifidus in Whiplash: An MRI Study of Fatty Infiltration. Spine: 15 June 2015; 40(12): E694–E700 doi: 10.1097/BRS.0000000000000891
  6. Koppenhaver SL, Fritz JM, Hebert JJ, Kawchuk GN, Childs JD, Parent EC, Gill NW, Teyhen DS. Association between changes in abdominal and lumbar multifidus muscle thickness and clinical improvement after spinal manipulation. J Orthop Sports Phys Ther. 2011 Jun;41(6):389-99. doi: 10.2519/jospt.2011.3632. Epub 2011 Apr 6.
  7. Wong AY, et al. Do participants with low back pain who respond to spinal manipulative therapy differ biomechanically from non-responders, untreated or asymptomatic controls? Spine 2015 May 27.
  8. Yang HS et al. Effect of evidence based trunk muscle stability exercises on the thickness of the trunk muscles. J Phys Ther Sci 2015 Feb:27(2):473-5
  9. Deckers K et al. Chronic low back pain: restoration of dynamic stability. Neuromodulation 2015 Feb 13 

Reference for FEATURE: 98% of Us Have Disc Degeneration in the Neck in our 20’s

  1. Nakashima H, Yukawa Y, Suda K, Yamagata M, Ueta T, Kato F. Cervical Disc Protrusion Correlates With the Severity of Cervical Disc Degeneration: A Cross-Sectional Study of 1211 Relatively Healthy Volunteers. Spine: 01 July 2015; 40(13):E774–E779 doi: 10.1097/BRS.0000000000000953

References for SPINE: Scoliosis: New Predictor of Curve Progression

  1. Pialasse JP, Simoneau M. Effect of bracing or surgical treatments on balance control in idiopathic scoliosis: three case studies. J Can Chiropr Assoc. 2014 Jun;58(2):131-40.
  2. Sitoula P, Verma K, Holmes L, et al.  Prediction of Curve Progression in Idiopathic Scoliosis: Validation of the Sanders Skeletal Maturity Staging System. Spine: 01 July 2015 - Volume 40 - Issue 13 - p 1006–1013doi: 10.1097/BRS.0000000000000952
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References for Healthy News - July 2015:

  1. Wong AY, Parent EC, Dhillon SS, Prasad N, Kawchuk GN: Do Participants With Low Back Pain Who Respond To Spinal Manipulative Therapy Differ Biomechanically From Non-Responders, Untreated Or Asymptomatic Controls? Spine 2015; May 27, 2015
  2. Burke A, Nahin RL, Stussman BJ. Limited Health Knowledge as a Reason for Non-Use of Four Common Complementary Health Practices. Reddy H, ed. PLoS ONE. 2015;10(6):e0129336. doi:10.1371/journal.pone.0129336.
  3. Teichtahl AJ, Urquhart DM, Wang Y, et al. Physical inactivity is associated with narrower lumbar intervertebral discs, high fat content of paraspinal muscles and low back pain and disability. Arthritis Research & Therapy. 2015;17(1):114. doi:10.1186/s13075-015-0629-y.
  4. Burns JW, Gerhart JI, Bruehl S, Post KM, Smith DA, Porter LS, Schuster E, Buvanendran A, Fras AM, Keefe FJ:Anger Arousal and Behavioral Anger Regulation in Everyday Life Among People With Chronic Low Back Pain: Relationships With Spouse Responses and Negative Affect. Health Psychol 2015 [Epub ahead of print]
  5. Rauma PH, Pasco JA, Berk M, Stuart AL, Koivumaa-Honkanen H, Honkanen RJ, Hodge JM, Williams LJ: The association between major depressive disorder, use of antidepressants and bone mineral density (BMD) in men. J Musculoskelet Neuronal Interact 2015;15(2):177-85

References for NUTRITION: Relieving Curcumin for Ashburn Neuropathy!

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References for EXERCISE: Chiropractic & Muscle: Use It or Lose It!

  1. Andreas Vigelsoe, PhD et al. Six weeks’ aerobic retraining after two weeks’ immobilization restores leg lean mass and aerobic capacity but does not fully rehabilitate leg strenght in young and older men. Journal of Rehabilitation Medicine, June 2015 DOI: 10.2340/16501977-1961
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  3. Dallas ME: Muscle Strength Fades After Just Two Weeks of Inactivity Study shows it takes much longer to regain lost power. HealthDay News. July 8, 2015.
  4. Wong AY, Parent EC, Dhillon SS, Prasad N, Kawchuk GN. Do participants with low back pain who respond to spinal manipulative therapy differ biomechanically from non-responders, untreated or asymptomatic controls? Spine (Phila Pa 1976). 2015 May 27. [Epub ahead of print]

References for SPINE: Neck Pain and Migraine: Chiropractic Help

  1. Chaibi A, Tuchin PJ, Russell MB. Manual therapies for migraine: a systematic review. J Headache Pain. 2011 Apr;12(2):127-33. doi: 10.1007/s10194-011-0296-6. Epub 2011 Feb 5.
  2. Bodes-Pardo, Gema et al. Manual Treatment for Cervicogenic Headache and Active Trigger Point in the Sternocleidomastoid Muscle: A Pilot Randomized Clinical Trial. J Manipulative Physiol Ther. 2013 Sep;36(7):403-11. doi: 10.1016/j.jmpt.2013.05.022. Epub 2013 Jul 8.
  3. Ohlsen BA. Combination of acupuncture and spinal manipulative therapy: management of a 32-year-old patient with chronic tension-type headache and migraine. J Chiropr Med. 2012 Sep;11(3):192-201. doi: 10.1016/j.jcm.2012.02.003.
  4. Carvalho GF, Chaves TC, Gonçalves MC, Florencio LL, Braz CA, Dach F, Fernández de Las Peñas C, Bevilaqua-Grossi D. Comparison between neck pain disability and cervical range of motion in patients with episodic and chronic migraine: a cross-sectional study. J Manipulative Physiol Ther. 2014 Nov-Dec;37(9):641-6. doi: 10.1016/j.jmpt.2014.09.002. Epub 2014 Oct 3.

References for NUTRITION: Vitamin C (and E) Builds Bone

  1. Kim YA, Kim KM, Lim S, Choi SH, Moon JH, Kim JH, Kim SW, Jang HC, Shin CS. Favorable effect of dietary vitamin C on bone mineral density in postmenopausal women (KNHANES IV, 2009): discrepancies regarding skeletal sites, age, and vitamin D status. Osteoporos Int. 2015 Sep;26(9):2329-37. doi: 10.1007/s00198-015-3138-6. Epub 2015 Apr 24.
  2. Ruiz-Ramos M, Vargas LA, Fortoul Van der Goes TI, Cervantes-Sandoval A, Mendoza-Nunez VM. Supplementation of ascorbic acid and alpha-tocopherol is useful to preventing bone loss linked to oxidative stress in elderly. J Nutr Health Aging. 2010 Jun;14(6):467-72.
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References for EXERCISE: Yoga for Core and Heart and Blood Pressure: What More Could You Ask?

  1. Bhavanani AB, Ramanathan M, Balaji R, Pushpa D. Comparative immediate effect of different yoga asanas on heart rate and blood pressure in healthy young volunteers. Int J Yoga. 2014 Jul;7(2):89-95. doi: 10.4103/0973-6131.133870.
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References for FEATURE: Chiropractic Flexion Distraction Relieves Spinal Stenosis

  1. Schneider M, Ammendolia C, Murphy D, Glick R, Piva S, Hile, Tudorascu D, Morton SC. Comparison of non-surgical treatment methods for patients with lumbar spinal stenosis: protocol for a randomized controlled trial. Chiropr Man Therap. 2014 May 10;22:19.
  2. Choi J, Lee S, Jeon C: Effects of flexion-distraction manipulation therapy on pain and disability in patients with lumbar spinal stenosis. J Phys Ther Sci 2015;27(6):1937-9
  3. Murphy D, Hurwitz E, Gregory A, Clary R: A non-surgical approach to the management of lumbar spinal stenosis: a prospective observational cohort study. BMC Musculoskeletal Disorders 2006; 7:16
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  5. Cambron JA, Schneider M, Dexheimer JM, Iannelli G, Chang M, Terhorst L, Cramer GD. A Pilot Randomized Controlled Trial of Flexion-Distraction Dosage for Chiropractic Treatment of Lumbar Spinal Stenosis. J Manipulative Physiol Ther. 2014 Aug 6. pii: S0161-4754(14)00115-8. doi: 10.1016/j.jmpt.2014.05.005. [Epub ahead of print]

References for HEALTHY NEWS – September 2015

  1. Dougherty PE, Karuza J, Dunn AS, Savino D, Katz P: Spinal Manipulative Therapy for Chronic Lower Back Pain in Older Veterans: A Prospective, Randomized, Placebo-Controlled Trial. Geriatr Orthop Surg Rehabil 2014;5(4):154-64
  2. Chou R, Hashimoto R, Friedly J, Fu R, Bougatsos C, Dana T, Sullivan SD, Jarvik J: Epidural Corticosteroid Injections for Radiculopathy and Spinal Stenosis: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis. Ann Intern Med 2015 [Epub ahead of print]
  3. Schinhan M, Neubauer B, Pieber K, Gruber M, Kainberger F, Castellucci C, Olischar B, Maruna A, Windhager R, Sabeti-Aschraf M: Climbing Has a Positive Impact on Low Back Pain: A Prospective Randomized Controlled Trial. Clin J Sport Med 2015 [Epub ahead of print]
  4. Jenkins HJ, Hancock MJ, Maher CG, French SD, Magnussen JS: Understanding Patient Beliefs Regarding The Use Of Imaging In The Management Of Low Back Pain. Eur J Pain 2015 [Epub ahead of print]
  5. Bailey RL, Looker AC, Lu Z, Fan R, Eicher-Miller HA, Fakhouri TH, Gahche JJ, Weaver CM, Mills JL: B-Vitamin Status And Bone Mineral Density And Risk Of Lumbar Osteoporosis In Older Females In The United States. Am J Clin Nutr 2015 [Epub ahead of print] 

References for HEALTHY NEWS – August 2015

  1. Choi J, Lee S, Jeon C. Effects of flexion-distraction manipulation therapy on pain and disability in patients with lumbar spinal stenosis. J Phys Ther Sci 2015;27(6):1937-9
  2. Valenza MC1, Cabrera-Martos I, Torres-Sánchez I, Garcés A, Mateos-Toset S, Valenza-Demet G. The Immediate Effects of Doming of the Diaphragm Technique in Subjects With Short Hamstring Syndrome: A Randomized Controlled Trial. J Sport Rehabil. 2015 Jun 24. [Epub ahead of print]
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  4. Barbosa AC, Carvalho RA, Bonifácio DN, Martins FL, Barbosa MC. Increased Activation Amplitude Levels of Gluteus Medius in Women During Isometric and Dynamic Conditions Following a 4-week Protocol of Low-load Eccentric Exercises. Physiother Res Int. 2015 Aug 10. doi: 10.1002/pri.1643. [Epub ahead of print]
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  6. Ailliet L, Rubinstein SM, Knol D, van Tulder MW, de Vet HC. Somatization is associated with worse outcome in a chiropractic patient population with neck pain and low back pain. Man Ther. 2015 Jul 20. pii: S1356-689X(15)00146-0. doi:10.1016/j.math.2015.07.007. [Epub ahead of print]
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  8. Davis MA, Yakusheva O, Gottlieb DJ, Bynum JP. Regional Supply of Chiropractic Care and Visits to Primary Care Physicians for Back and Neck Pain. J Am Board Fam Med 2015;28(4):481-90
References for SPINE: Ashburn Chiropractic Welcomes Curvy Spines!
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References for NUTRITION: Nutrition for Osteoporosis: Careful of Protein, Check your Vitamin B

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References for EXERCISE: CLIMB for Back Pain Relief!

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  2. Engbert K, Weber M. The effects of therapeutic climbing in patients with chronic low back pain: a randomized controlled study. Spine (Phila Pa 1976). 2011 May 15;36(11):842-9. doi: 10.1097/BRS.0b013e3181e23cd1.
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References for Healthy News - October 2015

  1. Fritz JM, Kim J, Dorius J. Importance of the type of provider seen to begin health care for a new episode low back pain: associations with future utilization and costs. J Eval Clin Pract. 2015 Sep 29. doi: 10.1111/jep.12464. [Epub ahead of print]
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References for FEATURE: Effective Ashburn Chiropractic Care for Pregnancy-Related Back Pain 

  1. Weis CA, Stuber K, Barrett J, Greco A, Kipershlak A, Glenn T, Desjardins R, Nash J, Busse J. Attitudes Toward Chiropractic: A Survey of Canadian Obstetricians. J Evid Based Complementary Altern Med. 2015 Sep 8. pii: 2156587215604073. [Epub ahead of print]
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References for SPINE: Whose Spine is Curvier - Male or Female? Chiropractic Cares for Both!  

  1. Hay O, Dar G, Abbas J, Stein D, May H, Masharawi Y, Peled N, Hershkovitz I. The Lumbar Lordosis in Males and Females, Revisited. PLoS One. 2015 Aug 24;10(8):e0133685. doi: 10.1371/journal.pone.0133685.
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References for NUTRITION: Vitamin K: What A Supportive Vitamin Ashburn Chiropractic Patients Want to Check

  1. Hey H, Brasen CL: Vitamin K2 Influences Several Diseases. Ugeskr Laeger 2015;177(32)
  2. Flore R, Ponziani FR, Di Rienzo TA, Zocco MA, Flex A, Gerardino L, Lupascu A, Santoro L, Santoliquido A, Di Stasio E, Chierici E, Lanti A, Tondi P, Gasbarrini A: Something more to say about calcium homeostasis: the role of vitamin K2in vascular calcification and osteoporosis. Eur Rev Med Pharmacol Sci. 2013 Sep;17(18):2433-40.
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References for EXERCISE: Degenerated Discs & Neck Muscles Do Well with Exercise & Manipulation

  1. Parkkola R, Kormano M. Lumbar Disc and Back Muscle Degeneration on MRI: Correlation to Age and Body Mass. J Spinal Disorders 1992;5(1)
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References for FEATURE: Try Chiropractic Care Before Spinal Stenosis Surgery

  1. Ayhan C, Bilgin S, Aksoy S, Yakut Y. Functional contributors to poor movement and balance control in patients with low back pain: A descriptive analysis. J Back Musculoskelet Rehabil. 2015 Oct 26. [Epub ahead of print]
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References for SPINE: Warning for Backpack Wearers Young and Old(er)

  1. Shen Y, Peng D, Dai Z, Zhong W. The effect of disc degeneration on anterior shear translation in the lumbar spine: Still more problems lie ahead. J Orthop Res. 2015 Oct 31. doi: 10.1002/jor.23094. [Epub ahead of print]
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References for EXERCISE: Exercise Reduces Inflammation

  1. Karstoft K1, Pedersen BK1. Exercise and type 2 diabetes: Focus on metabolism and inflammation. Immunol Cell Biol. 2015 Nov 16. doi: 10.1038/icb.2015.101. [Epub ahead of print]
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References for FEATURE: Depression: The Side-Effect of Back Pain No One Likes to Talk About

  1. Kayhan F, Albayrak G, Kayhan A, Kiti S, Gölen M. Mood and anxiety disorders in patients with chronic low back and neck pain caused by disc herniation. Int J Psychiatry Clin Pract. 2015 Nov 2:1-5. [Epub ahead of print]
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References for SPINE: Look to the Spine! 

  1. Zheng CJ, Chen J. Disc degeneration implies low back pain. Theor Biol Med Model. 2015 Nov 9;12(1):24. doi: 10.1186/s12976-015-0020-3.
  2. Monie AP, Fazey PJ, Singer KP. Low back pain misdiagnosis or missed diagnosis: Core principles. Man Ther. 2015 Oct 19. pii: S1356-689X(15)00193-9. doi: 10.1016/j.math.2015.10.003. [Epub ahead of print] 

References for NUTRITION: Nutrition for Fibromyalgia: D is Beneficial

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References for EXERCISE: Exercise Relieves Neck Pain
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References for HEALTHY NEWS – December 2015

  1. Davis MA, Yakusheva O, Gottlieb DJ, Bynum JP. Regional Supply of Chiropractic Care and Visits to Primary Care Physicians for Back and Neck Pain. J Am Board Fam Med. 2015 Jul-Aug;28(4):481-90. doi: 10.3122/jabfm.2015.04.150005.
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References for FEATURE: Academic Stress Causes Pain in Teens
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  2. Zhang Y, Deng G, Zhang Z, Zhou Q, Gao X, Di L, Che Q, Du X, Cai Y, Han X, Zhao Q. A cross sectional study between the prevalence of chronic pain and academic pressure in adolescents in China (Shanghai). BMC Musculoskelet Disord. 2015 Aug 22;16(1):219. doi: 10.1186/s12891-015-0625-z.
  3. Shen Y, Peng D, Dai Z, Zhong W. The effect of disc degeneration on anterior shear translation in the lumbar spine: Still more problems lie ahead. J Orthop Res. 2015 Oct 31. doi: 10.1002/jor.23094. [Epub ahead of print]
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  5. Boos N, Weissbach S, Rohrbach H, Weiler C, Spratt KF, Nerlich AG. Classification of age-related changes in lumbar intervertebral discs: 2002 Volvo Award in basic science. Spine (Phila Pa 1976). 2002 Dec 1;27(23):2631-44.
  6. de Oliveira IJ, de Souza VV, Motta V, Da-Silva SL. Effects of Oral Vitamin C Supplementation on Anxiety in Students: A Double-Blind, Randomized, Placebo-Controlled Trial. Pak J Biol Sci. 2015 Jan;18(1):11-8.

References for SPINE: More Knowledge, Less Invasive Care, Less Back Surgery

  1. Lubelski D, Williams SK, O'Rourke C, Obuchowski NA, Wang JC, Steinmetz MP, Melillo AJ, Benzel EC, Modic MT, Quencer R, Mroz TE: Differences in the Surgical Treatment of Lower Back Pain Among Spine Surgeons in the United States. Spine (Phila Pa 1976). 2015 Dec 14. [Epub ahead of print]
  2. Chen PG, Daubs MD, Berven S, Raaen LB, Anderson AT, Asch SM, Nuckols TK, the Degenerative Lumbar Scoliosis Appropriateness Group: Surgery for Degenerative Lumbar Scoliosis: The Development of Appropriateness Criteria. Spine (Phila Pa 1976). 2015 Dec 14. [Epub ahead of print]

References for NUTRITION: Vitamin D for Regeneration and Healing

  1. Domingues-Faria C, Vasson MP, Goncalves-Mendes N, Boirie Y, Walrand S. Skeletal muscle regeneration and impact of aging and nutrition. Ageing Res Rev. 2015 Dec 9;26:22-36. doi: 10.1016/j.arr.2015.12.004. [Epub ahead of print]
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  3. Owens DJ, Sharples AP, Polydorou I, Alwan N, Donovan T, Tang J, Fraser WD, Cooper RG, Morton JP, Stewart C, Close GL. A systems-based investigation into vitamin D and skeletal muscle repair, regeneration, and hypertrophy. Am J Physiol Endocrinol Metab. 2015 Dec 15;309(12):E1019-31. doi: 10.1152/ajpendo.00375.2015. Epub 2015 Oct 27.
References for EXERCISE: Easy Way to Strengthen Back Muscles ANYTIME
  1. Süüden E, Ereline J, Gapeyeva H, Pääsuke M. Low back muscle fatigue during Sørensen endurance test in patients with chronic low back pain: relationship between electromyographic spectral compression and anthropometric characteristics. Electromyogr Clin Neurophysiol. 2008;48:185–192.
  2. Lee HS. Enhanced muscle activity during lumbar extension exercise with pelvic stabilization. J Exerc Rehabil. 2015 Dec 31;11(6):372-7. doi: 10.12965/jer.150249. eCollection 2015.
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References for NUTRITION: Ashburn Chiropractic Nutrition for Disc: Chondroitin Sulfate

  1. Sun Y, Lv M, Zhou L, Tam V, Lv F, Chan D, Wang H, Zheng Z, Cheung KM, Leung VY. Enrichment of committed human nucleus pulposus cells expressing chondroitin sulfate proteoglycans under alginate encapsulation. Osteoarthritis Cartilage. 2015 Jul;23(7):1194-203. doi: 10.1016/j.joca.2015.02.166. Epub 2015 Mar 5.
  2. Nair MB, Baranwal G, Vijayan P, Keyan KS, Jayakumar R. Composite hydrogel of chitosan-poly(hydroxybutyrate-co-valerate) with chondroitin sulfate nanoparticles for nucleus pulposus tissue engineering. Colloids Surf B Biointerfaces. 2015 Dec 1;136:84-92. doi: 10.1016/j.colsurfb.2015.08.026. Epub 2015 Aug 22.
  3. Hochberg, M.C., Martel-Pelletier, J., Monfort, J., Moller, I., Castillo, J.R., Arden, N. et al. Combined chondroitin sulfate and glucosamine for painful knee osteoarthritis: a multicentre, randomised, double-blind, non-inferiority trial versus celecoxib. Ann Rheum Dis 2016;75:37-44
  4. Melgar-Lesmes P1, Garcia-Polite F2, Del-Rey-Puech P2, Rosas E2, Dreyfuss JL3, Montell E4, Vergés J4, Edelman ER5, Balcells M2. Treatment with chondroitin sulfate to modulate inflammation and atherogenesis in obesity. Atherosclerosis. 2015 Dec 13;245:82-87. doi: 10.1016/j.atherosclerosis.2015.12.016. [Epub ahead of print]
  5. Cox JM. Osteoporosis and Intervertebral Disc Degeneration Treatment by Nutrition and Stem Cell Implantation. Low Back Pain: Mechanism, Diagnosis, Treatment, Chapter 13, p 601-14.
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  7. Hee, HT; Zhang, JT; Wong, HK. Effects of Cyclic Dynamic Tensile Strain on Previously Compressed Inner Annulus Fibrosus and Nucleus Pulposus Cells of Human Intervertebral Disc-An In Vitro Study. JOURNAL OF ORTHOPAEDIC RESEARCH 2010; 28(4):503-9

References for FEATURE: Most Believe Chiropractic is Effective for Neck and Back Pain

  1. Weeks WB, Goertz CM, Meeker WC, Marchiori DM. Public Perceptions of Doctors of Chiropractic: Results of a National Survey and Examination of Variation According to Respondents' Likelihood to Use Chiropractic, Experience With Chiropractic, and Chiropractic Supply in Local Health Care Markets. J Manipulative Physiol Ther. 2015 Sep 3. pii: S0161-4754(15)00124-4. doi: 10.1016/j.jmpt.2015.08.001. [Epub ahead of print]
  2. Monie AP, Fazey PJ, Singer KP. Low back pain misdiagnosis or missed diagnosis: Core principles. Man Ther. 2015 Oct 19. pii: S1356-689X(15)00193-9. doi: 10.1016/j.math.2015.10.003. [Epub ahead of print]
  3. Friedman BW, Dym AA, Davitt M, Holden L, Solorzano C, Esses D, Bijur PE, Gallagher EJ. Naproxen With Cyclobenzaprine, Oxycodone/Acetaminophen, or Placebo for Treating Acute Low Back Pain: A Randomized Clinical Trial. JAMA. 2015 Oct 20;314(15):1572-1580. doi: 10.1001/jama.2015.13043.
  4. Fritz JM, Kim J, Dorius J. Importance of the type of provider seen to begin health care for a new episode low back pain: associations with future utilization and costs. J Eval Clin Pract. 2015 Sep 29. doi: 10.1111/jep.12464. [Epub ahead of print]
  5. Marchand AA, Suitner M, O'Shaughnessy J, Châtillon CÉ, Cantin V, Descarreaux M. Effects of a prehabilitation program on patients' recovery following spinal stenosis surgery: study protocol for a randomized controlled trial. Trials. 2015 Oct 27;16(1):483. doi: 10.1186/s13063-015-1009-2.

References for EXERCISE: Exercise Trackers: Gadgets or Inspiration?

  1. Amorim AB, Pappas E, Simic M, Ferreira ML, Tiedemann A, Jennings M, Ferreira PH. Integrating Mobile health and Physical Activity to reduce the burden of chronic low back pain Trial (IMPACT): a pilot trial protocol. BMC Musculoskelet Disord. 2016 Jan 19;17(1):36. doi: 10.1186/s12891-015-0852-3.
  2. Evenson KR, Goto MM, Furberg RD. Systematic review of the validity and reliability of consumer-wearable activity trackers. Int J Behav Nutr Phys Act. 2015 Dec 18;12(1):159. doi: 10.1186/s12966-015-0314-1.
  3. Kooiman TJ1, Dontje ML2, Sprenger SR3, Krijnen WP1, van der Schans CP1, de Groot M4. Reliability and validity of ten consumer activity trackers. BMC Sports Sci Med Rehabil. 2015 Oct 12;7:24. doi: 10.1186/s13102-015-0018-5. eCollection 2015.
  4. Cadmus-Bertram L, Marcus BH, Patterson RE, Parker BA, Morey BL. Use of the Fitbit to Measure Adherence to a Physical Activity Intervention Among Overweight or Obese, Postmenopausal Women: Self-Monitoring Trajectory During 16 Weeks. JMIR Mhealth Uhealth. 2015 Nov 19;3(4):e96. doi: 10.2196/mhealth.4229.
  5. Wang JB, Cadmus-Bertram LA, Natarajan L, White MM, Madanat H, Nichols JF, Ayala GX, Pierce JP. Wearable Sensor/Device (Fitbit One) and SMS Text-Messaging Prompts to Increase Physical Activity in Overweight and Obese Adults: A Randomized Controlled Trial. Telemed J E Health. 2015 Oct;21(10):782-92. doi: 10.1089/tmj.2014.0176. Epub 2015 Jun 2.
  6. Cadmus-Bertram LA1, Marcus BH2, Patterson RE3, Parker BA4, Morey BL5. Randomized Trial of a Fitbit-Based Physical Activity Intervention for Women. Am J Prev Med. 2015 Sep;49(3):414-8. doi: 10.1016/j.amepre.2015.01.020. Epub 2015 Jun 10.
  7. Image from http://www.tested.com/tech/accessories/459451-best-fitness-tracker-today/

References for LOW BACK PAIN

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  References for SPINE: Neck Curvature: Big Deal? Pain Is.

  1. Fejer R, Kyvik KO, Hartvigsen J. The prevalence of neck pain in the world population: a systematic critical review. Eur Spine J. 2006;15(6):834–48. doi: 10.1007/s00586-004-0864-4.
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References for Healthy News – January 2016

  1. Lubelski D, Williams SK, O'Rourke C, Obuchowski NA, Wang JC, Steinmetz MP, Melillo AJ, Benzel EC, Modic MT, Quencer R, Mroz TE: Differences in the Surgical Treatment of Lower Back Pain Among Spine Surgeons in the United States. Spine (Phila Pa 1976) 2015 [Epub ahead of print]
  2. Green BN, Johnson CD, Daniels CJ, Napuli JG, Gliedt JA, Paris DJ: Integration of Chiropractic Services in Military and Veteran Health Care Facilities: A Systematic Review of the Literature. J Evid Based Complementary Altern Med 2015 [Epub ahead of print]
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References for Healthy News – February 2016

  1. Laffont M, Sequeira G, Kerzberg EM, Marconi E, Guevel C, de Las Mercedes Fernández M: The Non-Silent Epidemic: Low Back Pain As A Primary Cause Of Hospitalization. Rheumatol Int 2016 [Epub ahead of print]
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References for FEATURE: Ashburn Chiropractic Care Is Appropriate for Low Back Pain

  1. Globe G, Farabaugh RJ, Hawk C, Morris CE, Baker G, Whalen WM, Walters S, Kaeser M, Dehen M, Augat T: Clinical Practice Guideline: Chiropractic Care for Low Back Pain. J Manipulative Physiol Ther 2016 [Epub ahead of print]
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References for SPINE: “Easy” Spinal Stenosis Diagnosis; Chiropractic Effective

  1. Tomkins-Lane C, Melloh M, Lurie J, Smuck M, Freeman B, Samartzis D, Hu R, Barz T, Stuber K, Schneider M, Haig A, Schizas C, Cheung J, Mannion AF, Staub L, Comer C, Macedo L, Ahn SH, Takahashi K, Sandella D: Consensus on the Clinical Diagnosis of Lumbar Spinal Stenosis: Results of an International Delphi Study. Spine (Phila Pa 1976) 2016 [Epub ahead of print]
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References for NUTRITION: Fight Inflammation:  NSAIDs and Curcumin

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References for EXERCISE: Strengthen The Glutes!

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References for Healthy News – March 2016
  1. Globe G, Farabaugh RJ, Hawk C, Morris CE, Baker G, Whalen WM, Walters S, Kaeser M, Dehen M, Augat T:Clinical Practice Guideline: Chiropractic Care for Low Back Pain. J Manipulative Physiol Ther 2016 [Epub ahead of print]
  2. Rashbaum RF, Ohnmeiss DD, Lindley EM, Kitchel SH, Patel VV: Sacroiliac Joint Pain and Its Treatment. Clin Spine Surg 2016;29(2):42-8
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References for FEATURE: The Pain of Back Pain: Does Gabapentin Help?

  1. Ozturk S, Ucler N, Hergunsel OB, Gulkesen A, Kaplan M. The Efficacy of Gabapentin in the Treatment of Pain Due to Far Lateral Lumbar Disc Herniations. Clin Neuropharmacol. 2016 Mar 17. [Epub ahead of print]
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References for SPINE: Extension of the Spine: Effects & Tests

  1. Sihawong R, Sitthipornvorakul E, Paksaichol A, Janwantanakul P. Predictors for chronic neck and low back pain in office workers: a 1-year prospective cohort study. J Occup Health. 2016 Feb 29;58(1):16-24. doi: 10.1539/joh.15-0168-OA. Epub 2015 Oct 23.
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 References for NUTRITION: Vitamin B for Bones!

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References for FEATURE: Chiropractic Non-Surgical Care Lowers Frustration and Cost of Back Pain

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References for The Cox Technic

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References for Healthy Spine News – April 2016: 

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References for NECK PAIN in Chiropractic Topics 

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References for NECK-RELATED ARM PAIN in Chiropractic Topics 

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References for Disc Nutrition (at home)

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References for SPINE: Running and Bending Affect Spinal Dynamics - Ashburn Chiropractic Helps

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References for NUTRITION: So What’s with CRP (C-Reactive Protein) Anyway?

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References for NUTRITION: Spinal Discs Need Nutrition and Spinal Manipulation

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Reference for FEATURE: Why See Your Ashburn Chiropractor For Spine Pain?

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References for SPINE: Spinal Neighbors Irritate Each Other: Adjacent Segment Disease
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References for EXERCISE: NEW Exercise Types for Non-Specific Low Back Pain

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References for NUTRITION: Enjoy Some Fermented Foods!

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References for FEATURE: Ashburn Chiropractor Makes Sense of Back Pain

  1. Kongsted A, Kent P, Axen I, Downie AS, Dunn KM. What have we learned from ten years of trajectory research in low back pain? BMC Musculoskelet Disord. 2016 May 21;17(1):220. doi: 10.1186/s12891-016-1071-2.
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References for SPINE: Spinal Stenosis in Ashburn: What Works? Conservative Care!

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References for HEALTHY NEWS – JUNE 2016:

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References for Healthy News – July 2016

  1. Xia T, Long C, Gudavalli M, Wilder D; Vining R, Rowell R, Reed W, DeVocht J, Goertz C, Owens E, Meeker W. Similar Effects of Thrust and Nonthrust Spinal Manipulation Found in Adults With Subacute and Chronic Low Back Pain: A Controlled Trial With Adaptive Allocation. Spine 2016; 41(12):E702–E709
  2. Gross AR, Paquin JP, Dupont G, Blanchette S, Lalonde P, Cristie T, Graham N, Kay TM, Burnie SJ, Gelley G, Goldsmith CH, Forget M, Santaguida PL, Yee AJ, Radisic GG, Hoving JL, Bronfort G. Cervical Overview Group: Exercises For Mechanical Neck Disorders: A Cochrane Review Update. Man Ther 2016;24:25-45
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References for FEATURE: Ashburn Chiropractic Care for Urinary Incontinence

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References for SPINE: Ashburn Chiropractic Relief for the Painful Disc

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References for NUTRITION: Curcumin for Pain Relief – Better than Corticosteroids!

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  8. Berrueta L, Muskaj I, Olenich S, Butler T, Badger GJ, Colas RA, Spite M, Serhan CN, Langevin HM. Stretching Impacts Inflammation Resolution in Connective Tissue. J Cell Physiol. 2015 Nov 20. doi: 10.1002/jcp.25263. [Epub ahead of print]

References for EXERCISE: Hop, Skip & Jump for Bones! Or Swim or Do Yoga.

  1. Simas JM, Kunz RI, Brancalhão RM, Ribeiro Lde F, Bertolini GR. Effects of physical exercise on the cartilage of ovariectomized rats submitted to immobilization. Einstein (Sao Paulo). 2015 Oct-Dec;13(4):574-9. doi: 10.1590/S1679-45082015AO3418.
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References for FEATURE: Chiropractic Care for Military and Non-Military Back Pain Alike

  1. Dorow M, Löbner M, Stein J, Pabst A, Konnopka A, Meisel HJ, Günther L, Meixensberger J, Stengler K, König HH, Riedel-Heller SG: The Course of Pain Intensity in Patients Undergoing Herniated Disc Surgery: A 5-Year Longitudinal Observational Study. PLoS One 2016;11(5):e0156647
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  3. Lisi Aj, Brandt Ca: Trends In The Use And Characteristics Of Chiropractic Services In The Department Of Veterans Affairs. J Manipulative Physiol Ther 2016;39(5):381-6

References for SPINE: Itch & The Spine: It may be related to Disc Disease

  1. Ward RE, Veerula VL, Ezra N, Travers JB, Mousdicas N. Multilevel symmetric neuropathic pruritus (MSNP) presenting as recalcitrant "generalized" pruritus. J Am Acad Dermatol. 2016 Jul 27. pii: S0190-9622(16)30308-5. doi: 10.1016/j.jaad.2016.05.027.
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References for NUTRITION: Lucky Copper!
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References for NUTRITION: Fall Veggies and Chiropractic Complement A Healthy Lifestyle

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References for EXERCISE: Simple Exercises for a Ashburn Stiff Neck

  1. Konrad A, Stafilidis S, Tilp M. Effects of acute static, ballistic, and PNF stretching exercise on the muscle and tendon tissue properties. Scand J Med Sci Sports. 2016 Jul 1. doi: 10.1111/sms.12725. [Epub ahead of print]
References for Healthy News – September 2016

 

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  4. Andronis L, Kinghorn P, Qiao S, Whitehurst DG, Durrell S, McLeod H: Cost-Effectiveness of Non-Invasive and Non-Pharmacological Interventions for Low Back Pain: a Systematic Literature Review. Appl Health Econ Health Policy 2016
  5. Eleswarapu A, Divi S, Dirschl D, Mok J, Stout C, Lee M: How Effective is Physical Therapy for Common Low Back Pain Diagnoses?: A Multivariate Analysis of 4597 Patients. Spine 2016;41(16):1325–1329
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References for Healthy News – October 2016

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Reference for FEATURE: Does Ashburn Back Pain When Standing Upset You? There’s Help!

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References for SPINE: Cervicogenic Headache and Ashburn Chiropractic Care Relief

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References for EXERCISE: Exercise and Manipulation Stop the Bother of Back Pain

  1. Wong JJ, Côté P, Sutton DA, Randhawa K, Yu H, Varatharajan S, Goldgrub R, Nordin M, Gross DP, Shearer HM, Carroll LJ, Stern PJ, Ameis A, Southerst D, Mior S, Stupar M, Varatharajan T, Taylor-Vaisey A. Clinical practice guidelines for the noninvasive management of low back pain: A systematic review by the Ontario Protocol for Traffic Injury Management (OPTIMa) Collaboration. Eur J Pain. 2016 Oct 6. doi: 10.1002/ejp.931. [Epub ahead of print]
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References for FEATURE: Chiropractic Care and Concussion

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References for SPINE: The Lordotic Spinal Curve and Ashburn Chiropractic Care

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REFERENCES for Healthy News – November 2016

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References for SPINE: Spinal Fusion Back Surgery – Chiropractic Before and After

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References for NUTRITION: Vitamin C

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References for EXERCISE: Exercise Reduces Pain

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References for NUTRITION: Ashburn Chiropractic Management of Osteoporosis

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References for FEATURE: Chiropractic: A Profession of Spine Care Experts

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  2. Schneider M, Murphy D, Hartvigsen J. Spine Care as a Framework for the Chiropractic Identity. J Chiropr Humanit. 2016 Nov 4;23(1):14-21. eCollection 2016.
  3. Maiers M, Hondras MA, Salsbury SA, Bronfort G, Evans R. What do patients value about spinal manipulation and home exercise for back-related leg pain? A qualitative study within a controlled clinical trial. Man Ther. 2016 Dec;26:183-191. doi: 10.1016/j.math.2016.09.008. Epub 2016 Sep 23.

References for HEALTHY NEWS: December 2016

  1. Schneider M, Murphy D, Hartvigsen J. Spine Care as a Framework for the Chiropractic Identity. J Chiropr Humanit. 2016 Nov 4;23(1):14-21. eCollection 2016.
  2. Brown RA. Spinal Health: The Backbone of Chiropractic's Identity. J Chiropr Humanit. 2016 Sep 8;23(1):22-28. eCollection 2016.
  3. Bishnoi M, Jain A, Hurkat P, Jain SK. Chondroitin sulphate: a focus on osteoarthritis. Glycoconj J. 2016 Oct;33(5):693-705. doi: 10.1007/s10719-016-9665-3. Epub 2016 May 19.
  4. Kantor ED, Zhang X, Wu K, Signorello LB, Chan AT, Fuchs CS, Giovannucci EL. Use of glucosamine and chondroitin supplements in relation to risk of colorectal cancer: Results from the Nurses' Health Study and Health Professionals follow-up study. Int J Cancer. 2016 Nov 1;139(9):1949-57. doi: 10.1002/ijc.30250. Epub 2016 Jul 18.
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  6. Brasky TM, Lampe JW, Slatore CG, White E. Use of glucosamine and chondroitin and lung cancer risk in the VITamins And Lifestyle (VITAL) cohort. Cancer Causes Control. 2011 Sep;22(9):1333-42. doi: 10.1007/s10552-011-9806-8. Epub 2011 Jun 25.
  7. Weitkunat T, Buck FM, Jentzsch T, Simmen HP, Werner CM, Osterhoff G. Influence Of High-Heeled Shoes On The Sagittal Balance Of The Spine And The Whole Body.  Eur Spine J 2016;25(11):3658-3665
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References for EXERCISE: Exercise Works with Ashburn Chiropractic Care for Back Pain Relief

  1. Kelly M, Jacobs D, Wooten ME, Edeer AO: Comparison Of Electromyographic Activities Of Lumbar Iliocostalis And Lumbar Multifidus Muscles During Stabilization Exercises In Prone, Quadruped, And Sitting Positions. Phys Ther Sci 2016;28(10):2950-2954
  2. Coulombe BJ, Games KE, Neil ER, Eberman LE: Core Stability Exercise Versus General Exercise for Chronic Low Back Pain. J Athl Train. 2016 Nov 16. [Epub ahead of print]
  3. Anar SÖ: The Effectiveness of Home-Based Exercise Programs For Low Back Pain Patients. J Phys Ther Sci 2016;28(10):2727-2730
  4. Choi HK, Gwon HJ, Kim SR, Park CS, Cho BJ: Effects Of Active Rehabilitation Therapy On Muscular Back Strength And Subjective Pain Degree In Chronic Lower Back Pain Patients. J Phys Ther Sci 2016;28(10):2700-2702

References for SPINE: Spinal Manipulation Safe and Effective for Cervical Spine Pain

  1. Zhu L, Wei X, Wang S. Does cervical spine manipulation reduce pain in people with degenerative cervical radiculopathy? A systematic review of the evidence, and a meta-analysis. Clin Rehabil. 2016 Feb;30(2):145-55. doi: 10.1177/0269215515570382. Epub 2015 Feb 13.
  2. Wong JJ, Shearer HM, Mior S, Jacobs C, Côté P et al. Are manual therapies, passive physical modalities, or acupuncture effective for the management of patients with whiplash-associated disorders or neck pain and associated disorders? An update of the Bone and Joint Decade Task Force on Neck Pain and Its Associated Disorders by the OPTIMa collaboration. Spine J. 2016 Dec;16(12):1598-1630. doi: 10.1016/j.spinee.2015.08.024. Epub 2015 Dec 17.
  3. Deschenes BK, Zafereo J. Immediate and lasting effects of a thoracic spine manipulation in a patient with signs of cervical radiculopathy and upper extremity hyperalgesia: A case report. Physiother Theory Pract. 2017 Jan;33(1):82-88. doi: 10.1080/09593985.2016.1247307. Epub 2016 Dec 2.
  4. Cassidy JD, Boyle E, Côté P, Hogg-Johnson S, Bondy SJ, Haldeman S. Risk of Carotid Stroke after Chiropractic Care: A Population-Based Case-Crossover Study. J Stroke Cerebrovasc Dis. 2016 Nov 21. pii: S1052-3057(16)30434-7. doi: 10.1016/j.jstrokecerebrovasdis.2016.10.031. [Epub ahead of print]

References for NUTRITION: Vitamin D Holds Promise to Prevent (Many) Cancers

  1. Takada I, Makishima M1. Control of Inflammatory Bowel Disease and Colorectal Cancer by Synthetic Vitamin D Receptor Ligands. Curr Med Chem. 2016 Dec 2. [Epub ahead of print]
  2. Shan NL, Wahler J, Lee HJ, Bak MJ, Gupta SD, Maehr H, Suh N. Vitamin D compounds inhibit cancer stem-like cells and induce differentiation in triple negative breast cancer. J Steroid Biochem Mol Biol. 2016 Dec 5. pii: S0960-0760(16)30340-5. doi: 10.1016/j.jsbmb.2016.12.001. [Epub ahead of print]
  3. Jolfaie NR, Rouhani MH, Onvani S, Azadbakht L: The Association Between Vitamin D And Health Outcomes In Women: A Review On The Related Evidence. J Res Med Sci 2016;21:76
  4. Barry EL, Peacock JL, Rees JR, Bostick RM, Robertson DJ, Bresalier RS, Baron JA. Vitamin D Receptor Genotype, Vitamin D3 Supplementation, and Risk of Colorectal Adenomas: A Randomized Clinical Trial. JAMA Oncol. 2016 Dec 15. doi: 10.1001/jamaoncol.2016.5917. [Epub ahead of print]
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References for FEATURE: Cooperative Spine Care is Optimal

  1. Alentado VJ, Lubelski D, Steinmetz MP, Benzel EC, Mroz TE: Optimal duration of conservative management prior to surgery for cervical and lumbar radiculopathy: a literature review. Global Spine J. 2014 Dec;4(4):279-86. doi: 10.1055/s-0034-1387807. Epub 2014 Aug 28.
  2. Yanamadala V, Kim Y, Buchlak QD, Wright AK, Babington J, Friedman A, Mecklenburg RS, Farrokhi F, Leveque JC, Sethi RK: Multidisciplinary Evaluation Leads to the Decreased Utilization of Lumbar Spine Fusion: An Observational Cohort Pilot Study. Spine (Phila Pa 1976). 2017 Jan 6. doi: 10.1097/BRS.0000000000002065. [Epub ahead of print]
  3. Wong JJ, Shearer H, Mior S, Jacobs C, Cote P, Randhawa K, et al: Are manual therapies, passive physical modalities, or acupuncture effective for the management of patients with whiplash-associated disorders or neck pain and associated disorders? An update of the Bone and Joint Decade Task Force on Neck Pain and Its Associated Disorders by the OPTIMa collaboration. The Spine Journal 2016; 16(12):1598–1630
  4. Salsbury SA, Goertz CM, Vining RD, Hondras MA, Andresen AA, Long CR, Lyons KJ, Killinger LZ, Wallace RB: Interdisciplinary Practice Models for Older Adults With Back Pain: A Qualitative Evaluation. Gerontologist. 2017 Jan 11. pii: gnw188. doi: 10.1093/geront/gnw188. [Epub ahead of print]

References for SPINE:  What To Do With Lumbar Spinal Stenosis?

  1. Aichmair A, Burgstaller JM, Schwenkglenks M, Steurer J, Porchet F, Brunner F, Farshad M, LSOS Study Group: Cost-effectiveness of conservative versus surgical treatment strategies of lumbar spinal stenosis in the Swiss setting: analysis of the prospective multicenter Lumbar Stenosis Outcome Study (LSOS). Eur Spine J. 2016 Dec 31. doi: 10.1007/s00586-016-4937-y. [Epub ahead of print]
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  4. Gudavalli MR, Cox JM, Baker JA, Cramer GD, Patwardhan AG: Intervertebral disc pressure changes during a chiropractic procedure. Presentation and publication at the ASME IMECE 97 Bioengineering Convention, November 16-21, 1997, Dallas, Texas. - Advances in Bioenginneering 1999; BED, vol. 39, pgs 187-188

References for NUTRITION: Chiropractic Cares about Vitamin B for Brain, Blood & Body! 

  1. Mikkelsen K, Stojanovska L, Apostolopoulos V. The Effects of Vitamin B in Depression. Curr Med Chem. 2016;23(38):4317-4337.
  2. Strugaru AM, Botnariu G, Tuchilu C, Anisie E, Agoroaei L, Grigoriu IC, Butnaru E. Low Levels Of Serum Cyanocobalamin In A Metformin-Treated Patient. Case Report And Comparison With Literature Data. Rev Med Chir Soc Med Nat Iasi. 2016 Apr-Jun;120(2):464-8.
  3. Wu CH, Huang TC, Lin BF. Folate deficiency affects dendritic cell function and subsequent T helper cell differentiation. J Nutr Biochem. 2016 Nov 20;41:65-72. doi: 10.1016/j.jnutbio.2016.11.008. [Epub ahead of print]
  4. Gruber BM. B-Group Vitamins: Chemoprevention? Adv Clin Exp Med. 2016 May-Jun;25(3):561-8. doi: 10.17219/acem/33847.
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  6. Pandey S, V Holla V, Rizvi I, Qavi A, Shukla R. Can vitamin B12 deficiency manifest with acute posterolateral or posterior cord syndrome? Spinal Cord Ser Cases. 2016 Jul 7;2:16006. doi: 10.1038/scsandc.2016.6. eCollection 2016.

References for EXERCISE: Exercise Enhances Chiropractic Back Pain Relief

  1. Hildebrandt M, Fankhauser G, Meichtry A, Luomajoki H. Correlation between lumbar dysfunction and fat infiltration in lumbar multifidus muscles in patients with low back pain. BMC Musculoskelet Disord. 2017 Jan 10;18(1):12. doi: 10.1186/s12891-016-1376-1.
  2. Alnojeidi AH, Johnson TM, Richardson MR, Churilla JR. Associations between Low Back Pain and Muscle-strengthening Activity in U.S. Adults. Spine (Phila Pa 1976). 2016 Dec 30. doi: 10.1097/BRS.0000000000002063. [Epub ahead of print]
  3. Paungmali A, Joseph LH, Patraporn S, Pirunsan U, Uthaikhup S. Lumbopelvic Core Stabilization Exercise and Pain Modulation Among Individuals with Chronic Nonspecific Low Back Pain. Pain Pract. 2017 Jan 2. doi: 10.1111/papr.12552. [Epub ahead of print]
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  5. Meng K, Peters S, Faller H. Effectiveness of a standardized back school program for patients with chronic low back pain after implementation in routine rehabilitation care. Patient Educ Couns. 2017 Jan 15. pii: S0738-3991(17)30011-3. doi: 10.1016/j.pec.2017.01.011. [Epub ahead of print]
  6. Cox JM. Patient benefits of attending a chiropractic low back wellness clinic. J Manipulative Physiol Ther. 1994 Jan;17(1):25-8.

References for HEALTHY NEWS – February 2017

  1. Salsbury SA, Goertz CM, Vining RD, Hondras MA, Andresen AA, Long CR, Lyons KJ, Killinger LZ, Wallace RB: Interdisciplinary Practice Models for Older Adults With Back Pain: A Qualitative Evaluation. Gerontologist 2017 [Epub ahead of print]
  2. Yanamadala V, Kim Y, Buchlak QD, Wright AK, Babington J, Friedman A, Mecklenburg RS, Farrokhi F, Leveque JC, Sethi RK: Multidisciplinary Evaluation Leads to the Decreased Utilization of Lumbar Spine Fusion: An Observational Cohort Pilot Study. Spine (Phila Pa 1976) 2017 [Epub ahead of print]
  3. Alentado VJ, Lubelski D, Steinmetz MP, Benzel EC, Mroz TE: Optimal Duration Of Conservative Management Prior To Surgery For Cervical And Lumbar Radiculopathy: A Literature Review. Global Spine J 2014;4(4):279-86
  4. Bressi F, Casale M, Papalia R, Moffa A, Di Martino A, Miccinilli S, Salvinelli F, Denaro V, Sterzi S: Cervical Spine Disorders And Its Association With Tinnitus: The "Triple" Hypothesis. Med Hypotheses 2017;98:2-4
  5. Qiu R, Cao WT, Tian HY, He J, Chen GD, Chen YM: Greater Intake of Fruit and Vegetables Is Associated with Greater Bone Mineral Density and Lower Osteoporosis Risk in Middle-Aged and Elderly Adults. PLoS One 2017;12(1):e0168906
  6. Ghai B, Bansal D, Kanukula R, Gudala K, Sachdeva N, Dhatt SS, Kumar V: Vitamin D Supplementation in Patients with Chronic Low Back Pain: An Open Label, Single Arm Clinical Trial. Pain Physician 2017;20(1):E99-E105
  7. Wang TT, He CQ, Yu XJ: Pro-Inflammation Cytokines: New Potential Therapeutic Targets for Obesity-Related Bone Disorders. Curr Drug Targets 2017 [Epub ahead of print]

References for FEATURE:  Research Drives and Supports Chiropractic Quality Care

  1. Davis MA, Sirovich B, Weeks W: Utilization and Expenditures on Chiropractic Care in the United States from 1997 to 2006. Health Serv Res. 2010 Jun; 45(3): 748–761. doi: 10.1111/j.1475-6773.2009.01067.x
  2. “How many people seek chiropractic care each year?” from ACA answer on https://www.sharecare.com/health/chiropractic-treatment/how-many-people-seek-chiropractors-yearly on 2/20/2017
  3. Adams J, Lauche R, Peng W, Steel A, Moore C, Amorin-Woods LG, Sibbritt D: A Workforce Survey Of Australian Chiropractic: The Profile And Practice Features Of A Nationally Representative Sample Of 2,005 Chiropractors. BMC Complement Altern Med 2017;17(1):14 

Reference for SPINE: The Chiropractic Back Pain Whisperer

  1. Cooperstein R, Young M: The Reliability Of Spinal Motion Palpation Determination Of The Location Of The Stiffest Spinal Site Is Influenced By Confidence Ratings: A Secondary Analysis Of Three Studies. Chiropr Man Therap 2016;24:50

References for NUTRITION: Fruits & Veggies De-flame Inflammation and Add Life to Bone, Body and Life Span

  1. Qiu R, Cao WT, Tian HY, He J, Chen GD, Chen YM: Greater Intake of Fruit and Vegetables Is Associated with Greater Bone Mineral Density and Lower Osteoporosis Risk in Middle-Aged and Elderly Adults. PLoS One 2017;12(1):e0168906
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Reference for EXERCISE: Exercise After Back Surgery…and Before and Always!

  1. McKenna S, Donnelly A, Fraser A, Comber L, Kennedy N. Does exercise impact on sleep for people who have rheumatoid arthritis? A systematic review. Rheumatol Int. 2017 Mar 1. doi: 10.1007/s00296-017-3681-x. [Epub ahead of print]
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References for FEATURE: Post- Back Surgery Back Pain: Ashburn Chiropractic Helps

  1. Blanchette MA, Stochkendahl MJ, Borges Da Silva R, Boruff J, Harrison P, Bussières A. Effectiveness and Economic Evaluation of Chiropractic Care for the Treatment of Low Back Pain: A Systematic Review of Pragmatic Studies. PLoS One. 2016 Aug 3;11(8):e0160037. doi: 10.1371/journal.pone.0160037. eCollection 2016.
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  4. Perrucci RM, Coulis CM. Chiropractic Management Of Post Spinal Cord Stimulator Spine Pain: A Case Report. Chiropr Man Therap. 2017 Feb 6;25:5. doi: 10.1186/s12998-017-0136-0. eCollection 2017.
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References for SPINE: Huge Disc! Tiny Disc! The Size Doesn't Matter

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  4. Erly, WK; Munoz, D; Beaton, R. Can MRI signal characteristics of lumbar disk herniations predict disk regression? Journal Of Computer Assisted Tomography 2006;30 (3):486-489
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  8. Guo W, Zhao P, Zhou W, et al: Correlation studies between MRI and the symptom scores of patients with LDH (lumbar disc herniation) before and after manipulative therapy. Zhongguo Gu Shang 2010; 23(1):17-9
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Reference for SPINE: Ashburn Chiropractic Care of Neuropathic Pain

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References for NUTRITION: Importance of Nutritional Status In Healing the Spine

  1. Fu MC, Buerba RA, Grauer JN. Preoperative Nutritional Status as an Adjunct Predictor of Major Postoperative Complications Following Anterior Cervical Discectomy and Fusion. Clin Spine Surg. 2016 May;29(4):167-72. doi: 10.1097/BSD.0000000000000181.
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References for EXERCISE: Exercise and Chiropractic Promotes Ashburn Headache Relief

  1. Palacios-Ceña M, Barbero M, Falla D, Ghirlanda F, Arend-Nielsen L, Fernández-de-Las-Peñas C. Pain Extent Is Associated with the Emotional and Physical Burdens of Chronic Tension-Type Headache, but Not with Depression or Anxiety. Pain Med. 2017 Apr 6. doi: 10.1093/pm/pnx047. [Epub ahead of print]
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References for Healthy Spine News – April 2017

  1. Qaseem A, Wilt TJ, McLean RM, Forciea MA. Clinical Guidelines Committee of the American College of Physicians. Noninvasive Treatments for Acute, Subacute, and Chronic Low Back Pain: A Clinical Practice Guideline From the American College of Physicians. Ann Intern Med. 2017 Apr 4;166(7):514-530. doi: 10.7326/M16-2367. Epub 2017 Feb 14.
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References for FEATURE: Medical Guidelines Recommend Spinal Manipulation for Back Pain Relief

  1. Qaseem A, Wilt TJ, McLean RM, Forciea MA. Clinical Guidelines Committee of the American College of Physicians. Noninvasive Treatments for Acute, Subacute, and Chronic Low Back Pain: A Clinical Practice Guideline From the American College of Physicians. Ann Intern Med. 2017 Apr 4;166(7):514-530. doi: 10.7326/M16-2367. Epub 2017 Feb 14.
  2. Paige N, Miake-Lye I, Booth MS, et al: Association of Spinal Manipulative Therapy With Clinical Benefit and Harm for Acute Low Back Pain. Systematic Review and Meta-analysis. JAMA. 2017;317(14):1451-1460. doi:10.1001/jama.2017.3086 (April 11, 2017)
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  4. Deyo R: Editorial: The Role of spinal manipulation in the treatment of low back pain. J of the American Medical Association 2017; 317(14):1418-1419 (April 11, 2017)

References for SPINE: The Spine Reacts Well to Manipulation

  1. Randoll C, Gagnon-Normandin V, Tessier J, Bois S, Rustamov N, O'Shaughnessy J, Descarreaux M, Piché M. The mechanism of back pain relief by spinal manipulation relies on decreased temporal summation of pain. Neuroscience. 2017 May 4;349:220-228. doi: 10.1016/j.neuroscience.2017.03.006. Epub 2017 Mar 11.
  2. Kuslich SD: The tissue origin of low back pain and sciatica: a report of pain response to tissue stimulation during operations on the lumbar spine using local anesthesia. Orthop Clin North Am. 1991 Apr;22(2):181-7.
  3. Yamabe D, Murakami H, Chokan K, Endo H, Oikawa R, Sawamura S, Doita M: Evaluation of Water Content in Lumbar Intervertebral Discs and Facet Joints Before and After Physiological Loading Using T2 Mapping MRI. Spine (Phila Pa 1976) 2017 [Epub ahead of print]
  4. Chow DH, Yuen EM, Xiao L, Leung MC: Mechanical Effects Of Traction On Lumbar Intervertebral Discs: A Magnetic Resonance Imaging Study. Musculoskelet Sci Pract 2017;29:78-83 [Epub ahead of print]
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References for NUTRITION: Health Benefits of Black Pepper and Turmeric

  1. D'Souza SP, Chavannavar SV, Kanchanashri B, Niveditha SB. Pharmaceutical Perspectives of Spices and Condiments as Alternative Antimicrobial Remedy. J Evid Based Complementary Altern Med. 2017 Jan 1:2156587217703214. doi: 10.1177/2156587217703214. [Epub ahead of print]
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References for EXERCISE: Exercise and Spinal Manipulation Recommended for Older Adult Back Pain Relief

  1. Hawk C, Schneider MJ, Haas M, Katz P, Dougherty P, Gleberzon B, Killinger LZ, Weeks J. Best Practices for Chiropractic Care for Older Adults: A Systematic Review and Consensus Update. J Manipulative Physiol Ther. 2017 Mar 14. pii: S0161-4754(16)30227-5. doi: 10.1016/j.jmpt.2017.02.001. [Epub ahead of print]
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References for FEATURE: Non-Surgical Care Relieves Back Pain Relief and MRI

  1. Altun I, Yüksel KZ. Lumbar herniated disc: spontaneous regression. Korean J Pain. 2017 Jan;30(1):44-50. doi: 10.3344/kjp.2017.30.1.44. Epub 2016 Dec 30.
  2. Barzouhi AE, Verwoerd AJ, Peul WC, Verhagen AP, Lycklama À Nijeholt GJ, Van der Kallen BF, Koes BW, Vleggeert-Lankamp CL: Leiden–The Hague Spine Intervention Prognostic Study Group. Prognostic Value Of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Findings In Patients With Sciatica. J Neurosurg Spine 2016:1-8 [Epub ahead of print]
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References for FEATURE: MRI:  Disc Looks Similar After Surgical and Non-Surgical Care

  1. Barzouhi AE, Verwoerd AJ, Peul WC, Verhagen AP, Lycklama À Nijeholt GJ, Van der Kallen BF, Koes BW, Vleggeert-Lankamp CL. Leiden–The Hague Spine Intervention Prognostic Study Group. Prognostic Value Of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Findings In Patients With Sciatica. J Neurosurg Spine 2016:1-8 [Epub ahead of print]
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  3. Atlas S, Keller RB, Wu YA, Deyo RA, Singer DE. Long Term Outcomes Of Surgical And Non Surgical Management Of Sciatica Secondary To Lumbar Disc Herniation: 10 Year Results From The Maine Lumbar Spine Study. Spine (Phila Pa 1976). 2005 Apr 15;30(8):927-35.

References for SPINE: Hurting Spines Deserve Non-Surgical Care

  1. Adams J, Peng W, Cramer H, Sundberg T, Moore C, Amorin-Woods L, Sibbritt D, Lauche R; Masters of Clinical Trials Research. The prevalence, patterns, and predictors of chiropractic use among US adults: Results from the 2012 National Health Interview Survey. Spine (Phila Pa 1976). 2017 Apr 28. doi: 10.1097/BRS.0000000000002218. [Epub ahead of print]
  2. Stochkendahl MJ, Kjaer P, Hartvigsen J, Kongsted A, Aaboe J, Andersen M, et al. National Clinical Guidelines for non-surgical treatment of patients with recent onset low back pain or lumbar radiculopathy. Eur Spine J. 2017 Apr 20. doi: 10.1007/s00586-017-5099-2. [Epub ahead of print]
  3. Chou R, Loeser JD, Owens DK, Rosenquist RW, Atlas SJ, Baisden J, Carragee EJ, Grabois M, Murphy DR, Resnick DK, Stanos SP, Shaffer WO, Wall EM; American Pain Society Low Back Pain Guideline Panel. Interventional therapies, surgery, and interdisciplinary rehabilitation for low back pain: an evidence-based clinical practice guideline from the American Pain Society. Spine (Phila Pa 1976). 2009 May 1;34(10):1066-77. doi: 10.1097/BRS.0b013e3181a1390d.
  4. Zheng P, Kao MC, Karayannis NV, Smuck M. Stagnant Physical Therapy Referral Rates Alongside Rising Opioid Prescription Rates in Patients With Low Back Pain in the United States 1997-2010. Spine (Phila Pa 1976). 2017 May 1;42(9):670-674. doi: 10.1097/BRS.0000000000001875.

References for NUTRITION: Ashburn Chiropractic & Nutritional Care for Kids’ Spines

  1. Holland A, Moffat T: Comparing Measured Calcium And Vitamin D Intakes With Perceptions Of Intake In Canadian Young Adults: Insights For Designing Osteoporosis Prevention Education. Public Health Nutr 2017:1-8 [Epub ahead of print]
  2. Alghadir AH, Gabr SA, Al-Eisa ES: Mechanical Factors And Vitamin D Deficiency In Schoolchildren With Low Back Pain: Biochemical And Cross-Sectional Survey Analysis. J Pain Res 2017;10:855-865
  3. Scarabottolo CC, Pinto RZ, Oliveira CB, Zanuto EF, Cardoso JR, Christofaro DGD: Back and neck pain prevalence and their association with physical inactivity domains in adolescents. Eur Spine J. 2017 May 23. doi: 10.1007/s00586-017-5144-1. [Epub ahead of print]
  4. Perry MC, Straker LM, Oddy WH, O'Sullivan PB, Smith AJ. Spinal pain and nutrition in adolescents--an exploratory cross-sectional study. BMC Musculoskelet Disord. 2010 Jun 30;11:138. doi: 10.1186/1471-2474-11-138.

References for EXERCISE: Exercise and Distraction Therapy Delivers Relief

  1. Bishop MD, Bialosky JE, Penza CW, Beneciuk JM, Alappattu MJ: The Influence Of Clinical Equipoise And Patient Preferences On Outcomes Of Conservative Manual Interventions For Spinal Pain: An Experimental Study. J Pain Res 2017;10:965-972
  2. Demirel A, Yorubulut M, Ergun N: Regression Of Lumbar Disc Herniation By Physiotherapy. Does Non-Surgical Spinal Decompression Therapy Make Difference? Double-Blind Randomized Controlled Trial. J Back Musculoskelet Rehabil 2017 [Epub ahead of print]

References for HEALTHY NEWS – June 2017

  1. Canizares M, Hogg-Johnson S, Gignac MAM, Glazier RH, Badley EM: Changes In The Use Practitioner-Based Complementary And Alternative Medicine Over Time In Canada: Cohort And Period Effects. PLoS One 2017;12(5):e0177307
  2. Adams J, Peng W, Cramer H, Sundberg T, Moore C, Amorin-Woods L, Sibbritt D, Lauche R: Masters of Clinical Trials Research. The Prevalence, Patterns, And Predictors Of Chiropractic Use Among US Adults: Results From The 2012 National Health Interview Survey. Spine (Phila Pa 1976) 2017 [Epub ahead of print]
  3. Svanbergsson G, Ingvarsson T, Arnardóttir RH: MRI For Diagnosis Of Low Back Pain: Usability, Association With Symptoms And Influence On Treatment. Laeknabladid 2017;103(1):17-22
  4. Xiao L, Ding M, Fernandez A, Zhao P, Jin L, Li X: Curcumin Alleviates Lumbar Radiculopathy By Reducing Neuroinflammation, Oxidative Stress And Nociceptive Factors. Eur Cell Mater 2017;33:279-293

References for FEATURE: Ashburn Chiropractic Relief

  1. Adams J, Peng W, Cramer H, Sundberg T, Moore C, Amorin-Woods L, Sibbritt D, Lauche R; Masters of Clinical Trials Research. The prevalence, patterns, and predictors of chiropractic use among US adults: Results from the 2012 National Health Interview Survey. Spine (Phila Pa 1976). 2017 Apr 28. doi: 10.1097/BRS.0000000000002218. [Epub ahead of print]
  2. Gliedt JA, Schneider MJ, Evans MW, King J, Eubanks JE Jr. The biopsychosocial model and chiropractic: a commentary with recommendations for the chiropractic profession. Chiropr Man Therap. 2017 Jun 7;25:16. doi: 10.1186/s12998-017-0147-x. eCollection 2017.
  3. Haavik H, Niazi IK, Holt K, Murphy B. Effects of 12 Weeks of Chiropractic Care on Central Integration of Dual Somatosensory Input in Chronic Pain Patients: A Preliminary Study. J Manipulative Physiol Ther. 2017 Mar - Apr;40(3):127-138. doi: 10.1016/j.jmpt.2016.10.002. Epub 2017 Feb 10.

Reference for SPINE: Guidelines for Non-Surgical Cervical Disc Herniation Relief

  1. Kjaer P, Kongsted A, Hartvigsen, Isenberg-Jørgensen A, et al. National clinical guidelines for non-surgical treatment of patients with recent onset neck pain or cervical radiculopathy. Eur Spine J. 2017 May 18. doi: 10.1007/s00586-017-5121-8. [Epub ahead of print]
  2. de Rooij J, Gadjradj P, Huygen F, Luijsterburg P, Harhangi B. Management of Symptomatic Cervical Disk Herniation: A Survey Among Dutch Neurosurgeons. Spine March 2017; 42(5):311–317
  3. Schliesser JS, Kruse R, Fallon LF. Cervical radiculopathy treated with chiropractic flexion distraction manipulation: A retrospective study in a private practice setting. J Manipulative Physiol Ther. 2003 Nov-Dec;26(9):E19.
  4. Gudavalli S, Kruse RA. Foraminal stenosis with radiculopathy from a cervical disc herniation in a 33-year-old man treated with flexion distraction decompression manipulation. J Manipulative Physiol Ther. 2008 Jun;31(5):376-80. doi: 10.1016/j.jmpt.2008.04.002.
  5. Wong JJ, Côté P, Quesnele JJ, Stern PJ, Mior SA. The course and prognostic factors of symptomatic cervical disc herniation with radiculopathy: a systematic review of the literature. Spine J. 2014 Aug 1;14(8):1781-9. doi: 10.1016/j.spinee.2014.02.032. Epub 2014 Mar 12.

References for NUTRITION: Vitamin D Helps Degenerated Discs, Especially in Diabetics

  1. An JL, Zhang W, Zhang J, Lian LC, Shen Y, Ding WY. Vitamin D Improves The Content Of TGF-β And IGF-1 In Intervertebral Disc Of Diabetic Rats. Exp Biol Med (Maywood) 2017 [Epub ahead of print]
  2. Cisewski SE, Wu Y, Damon BJ, Sachs BL, Kern MJ, Yao H. Comparison of Oxygen Consumption Rates of Nondegenerate and Degenerate Human IVD Cells. Spine (Phila Pa 1976) 2017 [Epub ahead of print]

References for EXERCISE: Motivated to Exercise?!

  1. Lonsdale C, Hall AM, Murray A, Williams GC, McDonough SM, Ntoumanis N, Owen K, Schwarzer R, Parker P, Kolt GS, Hurley DA. Communication Skills Training for Practitioners to Increase Patient Adherence to Home-Based Rehabilitation for Chronic Low Back Pain: Results of a Cluster Randomized Controlled Trial. Arch Phys Med Rehabil. 2017 Mar 28. pii: S0003-9993(17)30183-1. doi: 10.1016/j.apmr.2017.02.025. [Epub ahead of print]
  2. Kleinert J, Ott I, Mierswa T, Levenig CG, Wenge K, Hasenbring M, Kellmann M. Exercise Motivation and Nonspecific Back Pain: A Comparison of Patients and Nonpatients. Rehabil Psychol. 2017 Jun 1. doi: 10.1037/rep0000149. [Epub ahead of print]
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References for Healthy News from Poulin Chiropractic of Herndon and Ashburn – July 2017

  1. Krekoukias G, Gelalis ID, Xenakis T, Gioftsos G, Dimitriadis Z, Sakellari V: Spinal Mobilization Vs Conventional Physiotherapy In The Management Of Chronic Low Back Pain Due To Spinal Disk Degeneration: A Randomized Controlled Trial. J Man Manip Ther 2017;25(2):66-73
  2. An JL, Zhang W, Zhang J, Lian LC, Shen Y, Ding WY: Vitamin D Improves The Content Of TGF-β And IGF-1 In Intervertebral Disc Of Diabetic Rats. Exp Biol Med (Maywood) 2017 [Epub ahead of print]
References for NON-CONTAINED LUMBAR DISCS
  1. Nakagawa, H; Kamimura, M; Takahara, K; Hashidate, H; Kawaguchi, A; Uchiyama, S; Miyasaka, T: Optimal duration of conservative treatment for lumbar disc herniation depending on the type of herniation. Journal Of Clinical Neuroscience 2007; 14(2):104-109
  2. McCall IW: Lumbar herniated disks. Radiol Clin North Am. 2000 Nov;38(6):1293-309.
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  4. Erly, WK; Munoz, D; Beaton, R: Can MRI signal characteristics of lumbar disk herniations predict disk regression? Journal Of Computer Assisted Tomography 2006; 30 (3):486-489
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References for FEATURE: Ashburn Chiropractic Benefits Ehlers Danlos

  1. Castori, M, Morlino, S, Celletti, C et al. Management of pain and fatigue in the joint hypermobility syndrome (a.k.a. Ehlers-Danlos syndrome, hypermobility type): principles and proposal for a multidisciplinary approach. Am J Med Genet A. 2012;158A:2055–2070.
  2. Strunk RG. Multimodal Chiropractic Care for Pain and Disability in a Patient Diagnosed With Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome-Hypermobility Type: A Case Report. J Chiropr Med. 2017 Jun;16(2):147-155. doi: 10.1016/j.jcm.2016.12.002. Epub 2017 Jan 12. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/28559755
  3. Joachim G. Case Report #164: Chiropractic Management of patient with Ehlers-Danlos syndrome, Type III, Hypermobility Type. Presented January 2016 at Cox Seminar in Tampa, http://www.coxtechnic.com/download-detail/case-report-164-chiropractic-management-of-ehlers-danlos-syndrome

References for SPINE: Chiropractic Care for C8 Disc Herniations

  1. Yunoki M, Kanda T, Suzuki K, Uneda A, Hirashita K, Yoshino K: [A Case of Central-Type Disc Herniation at the C7/T1 Level Presenting with Myelopathy]. No Shinkei Geka. 2017 Mar;45(3):259-264. doi: 10.11477/mf.1436203490.
  2. Post NH, Cooper PR, Frempong-Boadu AK, Costa ME: Unique features of herniated discs at the cervicothoracic junction: clinical presentation, imaging, operative management, and outcome after anterior decompressive operation in 10 patients. Neurosurgery. 2006 Mar;58(3):497-501; discussion 497-501.
  3. Lee JG, Kim HS, Ju CI, Kim SW: Clinical Features of Herniated Disc at Cervicothoracic Junction Level Treated by Anterior Approach. Korean J Spine. 2016 Jun; 13(2): 53–56.
  4. Caridid JM, Pumberger M, Hugher AP: Cervical Radiculopathy: A Review. HSS J 2011; 7(3):265-272
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References for EXERCISE: Exercise for Ashburn Back Pain Relief

  1. Ali I, Ulbricht C, Mcgregor A. Degeneration Of The Extensor Muscle Group In A Surgical Low Back And Leg Pain Population. Journal Of Back And Musculoskeletal Rehabilitation 24 (1). Jan 2011. P.23-30
  2. Olmedo-Buenrostro B, Trujillo-Hernandez B, Perez-Vargas F, Diaz-Giner V, et al. Comparison Of Three Therapeutic Exercises Protocols To Lumbar Hyperlordosis Improvement In Asyntomatic Youths. Revista De Investigacion Clinica 62 (6). Nov-Dec 2010. P.568-576
  3. Lau H, Chiu T, Lam T. The Effectiveness Of Thoracic Manipulation On Patients With Chronic Mechanical Neck Pain - A Randomized Controlled Trial. Manual Therapy 16 (2). Apr 2011. P.141-147
  4. Oneal R, Mulka J, Shapiro P, Hing D, Cavaliere C. Wide Abdominal Rectus Plication Abdominoplasty For The Treatment Of Chronic Intractable Low Back Pain. Plastic And Reconstructive Surgery 127 (1). Jan 2011. P.225-231
  5. Gardner A, Parker D, Montgomery P, Scott K, Blevins S. Efficacy Of Quantified Home-Based Exercise And Supervised Exercise In Patients With Intermittent Claudication A Randomized Controlled Trial. Circulation 123 (5). Feb 8 2011. P.491-498
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  8. Gencay-Can A, Gunendi Z, Can Ss, Sepici V, Ceviker N. The Effects Of Early Aerobic Exercise After Single-Level Lumbar Microdiscectomy: A Prospective Controlled Trial. European Journal Of Physical And Rehabilitation Medicine 46 (4). Dec 2010. P.489-495

References for NUTRITION: Chronic Pain Relieving Herbs

  1. Fadus MC, Lau C, Bikhchandani J, Lynch HT. Curcumin: An age-old anti-inflammatory and anti-neoplastic agent. J Tradit Complement Med. 2016 Sep 9;7(3):339-346. doi: 10.1016/j.jtcme.2016.08.002. eCollection 2017 Jul.
  2. Akuri MC, Barbalho SM, Val RM, Guiguer EL. Reflections about Osteoarthritis and Curcuma longa. Pharmacogn Rev. 2017 Jan-Jun;11(21):8-12. doi: 10.4103/phrev.phrev_54_16.
  3. Hedaya R. Five Herbs Plus Thiamine Reduce Pain and Improve Functional Mobility in Patients With Pain: A Pilot Study. Altern Ther Health Med. 2017 Jan;23(1):14-19.
  4. Maroon JC, Bost JW, Maroon A. Natural anti-inflammatory agents for pain relief. Surg Neurol Int. 2010 Dec 13;1:80. doi: 10.4103/2152-7806.73804.

References for Healthy News – August 2017

  1. Ma XL, Zhao XW, Ma JX, Li F, Wang Y, Lu B: Effectiveness Of Surgery Versus Conservative Treatment For Lumbar Spinal Stenosis: A System Review And Meta-Analysis Of Randomized Controlled Trials. Int J Surg. 2017 Jul 10;44:329-338. doi: 10.1016/j.ijsu.2017.07.032. [Epub ahead of print]
  2. Mitchell UH, Helgeson K, Mintken P: Physiological Effects Of Physical Therapy Interventions On Lumbar Intervertebral Discs: A Systematic Review. Physiother Theory Pract 2017:1-11 [Epub ahead of print]
  3. Wu H, Pang Q: The effect of vitamin D and calcium supplementation on falls in older adults : A systematic review and meta-analysis. Der Orthopade 2017 [Epub ahead of print] doi: 10.1007/s00132-017-3446-y.

References for FEATURE: Chiropractic Relief for Spinal Stenosis & Disc

  1. Mitchell UH, Helgeson K, Mintken P: Physiological Effects Of Physical Therapy Interventions On Lumbar Intervertebral Discs: A Systematic Review. Physiother Theory Pract 2017:1-11 [Epub ahead of print]
  2. Ma XL, Zhao XW, Ma JX, Li F, Wang Y, Lu B: Effectiveness Of Surgery Versus Conservative Treatment For Lumbar Spinal Stenosis: A System Review And Meta-Analysis Of Randomized Controlled Trials. Int J Surg [Epub ahead of print]
  3. Cook C, Petersen S, Donaldson M, Wilhelm M, Learman K: Does Early Change Predict Long-Term (6 Months) Improvements In Subjects Who Receive Manual Therapy For Low Back Pain? Physiother Theory Pract 2017:1-9 [Epub ahead of print]
  4. Madson TJ: Considerations In Physical Therapy Management Of A Non-Responding Patient With Low Back Pain. Physiother Theory Pract 2017:1-8 [Epub ahead of print]

References for FEATURE:  Back Pack and Ashburn Back Pain

  1. Wettenschwiler PD, Lorenzetti S, Ferguson SJ, Stämpfli R, Aiyangar AK, Rossi RM, Annaheim S: Loading of the lumbar spine during backpack carriage. Comput Methods Biomech Biomed Engin. 2017 Apr;20(5):558-565. doi: 10.1080/10255842.2016.1261849. Epub 2016 Nov 22.
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References for SPINE: Fear of the “Damaged Back”

  1. Bunzli S, Smith A, Schütze R, Lin I, O'Sullivan P: Making Sense of Low Back Pain and Pain-Related Fear. J Orthop Sports Phys Ther 2017:1-27 [Epub ahead of print]
  2. Richter D, Karst M, Buhck H, Fink MG: Efficacy of Fascial Distortion Model Treatment for Acute, Nonspecific Low-Back Pain in Primary Care: A Prospective Controlled Trial. Altern Ther Health Med 2017 [Epub ahead of print]

References for NUTRITION: Calcium plus Vitamin D Reduces Fall Risk

  1. Ansai JH, de Andrade LP, Masse FAA, Gonçalves J, de Medeiros Takahashi AC, Vale FAC, Rebelatto JR. Risk Factors for Falls in Older Adults With Mild Cognitive Impairment and Mild Alzheimer Disease. J Geriatr Phys Ther. 2017 Mar 3. doi: 10.1519/JPT.0000000000000135. [Epub ahead of print]
  2. Wu H, Pang Q: The effect of vitamin D and calcium supplementation on falls in older adults : A systematic review and meta-analysis. Orthopade 2017 [Epub ahead of print]

References for Spinal Decompression

  1. Gudavalli R in Cox JM: Low Back Pain: Mechanism, Diagnosis, Treatment, 6th edition, Lippincott Williams and Wilkins, 1999, Appendix B
  2. Gudavalli R, Cambron JA, McGregor M et al: A randomized clinical trial and subgroup analysis to compare flexion–distraction with active exercise for chronic low back pain. European Spine Journal 2006; 15: 1070-1082
  3. Cambron GA, Gudavalli MR, McGregor M et al: Amount of health care and self-care following a randomized clinical trial comparing flexion-distraction with exercise program for chronic low back pain. Osteopathy and Chiropractic 2006; 14:19
  4. Cambron GA, Gudavalli MR, Hedecker D et al: One-Year Follow-Up of a Randomized Clinical Trial Comparing Flexion Distraction with an Exercise Program for Chronic Low-Back Pain. J of Alternative and Complementary Medicine 2006; 12(7): 659-668
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  9. Gudavalli R, Cambron J, Mcgregor M, Jedlicka J, Keenum M, Ghanayem A, Patwardhan A: A Randomized Clinical Trial and Subgroup Analysis to Compare Flexion - Distraction with Active Exercise for Chronic Low Back Pain. European Spine Journal 2006; 15(7):1070-1082
  10. Daffner, SD; Hymanson, HJ; Wang, JC. Cost and use of conservative management of lumbar disc herniation before surgical discectomy. SPINE JOURNAL 2010; 10 (6): 463-468
  11. Liliedahl R et al: Cost of care for common back pain conditions initiated with chiropractic doctor vs medical doctor/doctor of osteopathy as first physician: experience of one Tennessee-based general health insurer. J of Manip and Physio Therap 2010; 33(9):640-3
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References for Healthy News September 2017

  1. Dannenmaier J, Ritter S, Jankowiak S, Kaluscha R, Krischak G: Return to Work after Disk Surgery - Influenced by Rehabilitation? Rehabilitation (Stuttg) 2017 [Epub ahead of print].
  2. Gudavalli MR, Olding K, Joachim G, Cox JM: Chiropractic Distraction Spinal Manipulation on Postsurgical Continued Low Back and Radicular Pain Patients: A Retrospective Case Series. J Chiropr Med. 2016 Jun;15(2):121-8. doi: 10.1016/j.jcm.2016.04.004. Epub 2016 May 25.
  3. Ueta RHS, Tarini VAF, Franciozi CE, Tamaoki MJS, Medeiros VP, Nader HB, Faloppa F: Effects of Training and Overtraining on Intervertebral Disc Proteoglycans. Spine (Phila Pa 1976) 2017 [Epub ahead of print].
  4. Alnojeidi A, Johnson T, Richardson M, Churilla J: Associations Between Low Back Pain and Muscle-strengthening Activity in U.S. Adults. Spine 2017;42(16):1220–1225.

 References for EXERCISE: Part of Chiropractic Plan, Exercise Prevents Low Back Pain

  1. Alnojeidi A, Johnson T, Richardson M, Churilla J: Associations Between Low Back Pain and Muscle-strengthening Activity in U.S. Adults. Spine 2017;42(16):1220–1225.
  2. Shiri R, Coggon D, Falah-Hassani K. Exercise for the prevention of low back and pelvic girdle pain in pregnancy: A meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials. Eur J Pain. 2017 Sep 4. doi: 10.1002/ejp.1096. [Epub ahead of print]
  3. Haufe S, Wiechmann K, Stein L, Kück M, Smith A, Meineke S, Zirkelbach Y, Rodriguez Duarte S, Drupp M, Tegtbur U. Low-dose, non-supervised, health insurance initiated exercise for the treatment and prevention of chronic low back pain in employees. Results from a randomized controlled trial. PLoS One. 2017 Jun 29;12(6):e0178585. doi: 10.1371/journal.pone.0178585. eCollection 2017.

References for FEATURE:  Ashburn Chiropractic Help for Stress and Back Pain                 

  1. O'Sullivan P, Smith A, Beales D, Straker L. Understanding Adolescent Low Back Pain From a Multidimensional Perspective: Implications for Management. J Orthop Sports Phys Ther. 2017 Sep 12:1-33. doi: 10.2519/jospt.2017.7376. [Epub ahead of print]
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  3. Shen Y, Peng D, Dai Z, Zhong W. The effect of disc degeneration on anterior shear translation in the lumbar spine: Still more problems lie ahead. J Orthop Res. 2015 Oct 31. doi: 10.1002/jor.23094. [Epub ahead of print]
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References for SPINE: Respect the Spine

  1. Chou R et al: Interventional Therapies, Surgery, and Interdisciplinary Rehabilitation for Low Back Pain An Evidence-Based Clinical Practice Guideline From the American Pain Society. Spine 2009; 34 (10):1066-77.
  2. Choi J, Hwangbo G, Park J, Lee S: Effects of Manual Therapy Using Joint Mobilization and Flexion-distraction Techniques on Chronic Low Back Pain and Disc Heights. J Phys Ther Sci. 2014 Aug;26(8):1259-62. doi: 10.1589/jpts.26.1259. Epub 2014 Aug 30.
  3. Cecchi F, Negrini S, Pasquini G, Paperini A, Conti AA, Chiti M, Zaina F, MacchiC, Molino-Lova R. Predictors Of Functional Outcome In Patients With Chronic Low Back Pain Undergoing Back School, Individual Physiotherapy Or Spinal Manipulation. Eur J Phys Rehabil Med 2012; 48(3):371-8.
  4. Murphy D, et al: Nonsurgical approach to the management of patients with lumbar radiculopathy secondary to herniated disk: a prospective observational cohort study with follow-up. JMPT 2009; 32(9):723-33.
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References for NUTRITION: Probiotics Boost Bone Health in Menopausal Women

  1. Lambert MNT, Thybo CB, Lykkeboe S, Rasmussen LM, Frette X, Christensen LP, Jeppesen PB. Combined bioavailable isoflavones and probiotics improve bone status and estrogen metabolism in postmenopausal osteopenic women: a randomized controlled trial. Am J Clin Nutr. 2017 Sep;106(3):909-920. doi: 10.3945/ajcn.117.153353. Epub 2017 Aug 2.
  2. Jafarnejad S, Djafarian K, Fazeli MR, Yekaninejad MS, Rostamian A, Keshavarz SA. Effects of a Multispecies Probiotic Supplement on Bone Health in Osteopenic Postmenopausal Women: A Randomized, Double-blind, Controlled Trial. J Am Coll Nutr. 2017 Sep-Oct;36(7):497-506. doi: 10.1080/07315724.2017.1318724. Epub 2017 Jun 19.

References for EXERCISE: Exercise for Neck Pain Relief in Office Workers

  1. Celik S, Celik K, Dirimese E, Tademir N, Arik T, Büyükkara . Determination of pain in musculoskeletal system reported by office workers and the pain risk factors. Int J Occup Med Environ Health. 2017 Oct 2. pii: 66865. doi: 10.13075/ijomeh.1896.00901. [Epub ahead of print]
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  3. Gelecek N, Akkan H. The effect of stabilization exercise training on pain and functional status in patients with cervical radiculopathy. J Back Musculoskelet Rehabil. 2017 Sep 8. doi: 10.3233/BMR-169583. [Epub ahead of print]
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References for Healthy News - October 2017

  1. Albano L. Innovative application of Cox Flexion Distraction Decompression to the knee: a retrospective case series. J Can Chiropr Assoc. 2017 Aug;61(2):153-161.
  2. Peterson S, Denninger T: Physical Therapy Management of Patients With Chronic Low Back Pain and Hip Abductor Weakness. J Geriatr Phys Ther 2017 [Epub ahead of print]

References for Chiropractic Relief for Ashburn Knee Pain

  1. Albano L. Innovative application of Cox Flexion Distraction Decompression to the knee: a retrospective case series. J Can Chiropr Assoc. 2017 Aug;61(2):153-161.
  2. Struik T, Jaspers JEN, Besselink NJ, van Roermund PM, Plomp S, Rudert MJ, Lafeber FPJG, Mastbergen SC. Technical feasibility of personalized articulating knee joint distraction for treatment of tibiofemoral osteoarthritis. Clin Biomech (Bristol, Avon). 2017 Aug 12;49:40-47. doi: 10.1016/j.clinbiomech.2017.08.002. [Epub ahead of print]

References for FEATURE: Avoiding Back Surgery and Living Life with Chiropractic

  1. Daffner SD, Hymanson HJ, Wang JC: Cost and use of conservative management of lumbar disc herniation before surgical discectomy. Spine Journal 2010;10(6):463-468.
  2. Keeney B, Fulton-Kehoe D, Turner JA: Early Predictors of Lumbar Spine Surgery After Occupational Back Injury: Results From a Prospective Study of Workers in Washington State. Spine 2013; 38(11):953–964.
  3. Rasmussen C, Nielsen GL, Hansen VK, Jensen OK, Schioettz-Christensen B. Rates of lumbar disc surgery before and after implementation of multidisciplinary nonsurgical spine clinics. Spine. 2005;30(21):2469-73.
  4. Yanamadala V, Kim Y, Buchlak QD, Wright AK, Babington J, Friedman A, Mecklenburg RS, Farrokhi F, Leveque JC, Sethi RK: Multidisciplinary Evaluation Leads to the Decreased Utilization of Lumbar Spine Fusion: An Observational Cohort Pilot Study. Spine (Phila Pa 1976) 2017;doi:10.1097/BRS.0000000000002065.
  5. Chou R, Deyo R, Friedly J, Skelly A, Hashimoto R, Weimer M, Fu R, Dana T, Kraegel P, Griffin J, Grusing S, Brodt ED: Nonpharmacologic Therapies for Low Back Pain: A Systematic Review for an American College of Physicians Clinical Practice Guideline. Ann Intern Med 2017 Feb 14. doi: 10.7326/M16-2459. [Epub ahead of print]
  6. Sullivan E, Hudson J: The Cure That Lies Within: The Mind-Body Connection in Orthopaedics. Orthop Nurs 2017;36(2):153-158. doi: 10.1097/NOR.0000000000000330.

References for SPINE: Beneficial Chiropractic Care for Spine Pain

  1. Goertz CM, Weeks WB, Justice B, Haldeman S. A proposal to improve health-care value in spine care delivery: the primary spine practitioner. Spine J. 2017 Oct;17(10):1570-1574. doi: 10.1016/j.spinee.2017.06.013. Epub 2017 Jun 20.
  2. Goertz CM, Salsbury SA, Long CR, Vining RD, Andresen AA, Hondras MA, Lyons KJ, Killinger LZ, Wolinsky FD, Wallace RB. Patient-centered professional practice models for managing low back pain in older adults: a pilot randomized controlled trial. BMC Geriatr. 2017 Oct 13;17(1):235. doi: 10.1186/s12877-017-0624-z.
  3. Mccubbin T, Kempe KL, Beck A. Complementary and Alternative Medicine in an Integrated Health Care Delivery System: Users of Chiropractic, Acupuncture, and Massage Services. Perm J. 2017;21. doi: 10.7812/TPP/16-172.
  4. Hincapié CA, Cassidy JD, Côté P, Rampersaud YR, Jadad AR, Tomlinson GA. Chiropractic spinal manipulation and the risk for acute lumbar disc herniation: a belief elicitation study. Eur Spine J. 2017 Sep 18. doi: 10.1007/s00586-017-5295-0. [Epub ahead of print]
  5. Hincapié CA, Tomlinson GA, Côté P, Rampersaud YR, Jadad AR, Cassidy JD. Chiropractic care and risk for acute lumbar disc herniation: a population-based self-controlled case series study. Eur Spine J. 2017 Oct 16. doi: 10.1007/s00586-017-5325-y. [Epub ahead of print]

References for NUTRITION: Vitamin D: Part of Ashburn Chiropractic Wellness Plan

  1. Suzuki T. [Update on recent progress in vitamin D research. EldecalcitolR and Fall Prevention.] Clin Calcium. 2017;27(11):1595-1600. doi: CliCa171115951600.
  2. Sofi NY, Jain M, Kapil U, Seenu V, Ramakrishnan L, Yadav CP, Pandey RM. Status of Serum Vitamin D and Calcium Levels in Women of Reproductive Age in National Capital Territory of India. Indian J Endocrinol Metab. 2017 Sep-Oct;21(5):731-733. doi: 10.4103/ijem.IJEM_134_17.
  3. Mayes T, Anadio JM, Sturm PF. Prevalence of Vitamin D Deficiency in Pediatric Patients With Scoliosis Preparing for Spinal Surgery. Spine Deform 2017;5(6):369-373. doi: 10.1016/j..jspd.2017.03.008.
  4. Nakamura Y, Suzuki T, Kamimura M, Murakami K, Ikegami S, Uchiyama S, Kato H. Vitamin D and calcium are required at the time of denosumab administration during osteoporosis treatment. Bone Res. 2017 Oct 10;5:17021. doi: 10.1038/boneres.2017.21. eCollection 2017.
  5. Kaneko I, Miyamoto KI, Nikawa T. [Update on recent progress in vitamin D research. Vitamin D and muscle tissues.] Clin Calcium. 2017;27(11):1571-1578. doi: CliCa171115711578.
  6. Toyoda H, Takahashi S, Hoshino M, Takayama K, Iseki K, Sasaoka R, Tsujio T, Yasuda H, Sasaki T, Kanematsu F, Kono H, Nakamura H. Characterizing the course of back pain after osteoporotic vertebral fracture: a hierarchical cluster analysis of a prospective cohort study. Arch Osteoporos. 2017 Sep 23;12(1):82. doi: 10.1007/s11657-017-0377-5.

References for EXERCISE: Ashburn Healthy Living with Chiropractic Care

  1. Skillgate E, Pico-Espinosa OJ, Hallqvist J, Bohman T, Holm LW. Healthy lifestyle behavior and risk of long duration troublesome neck pain or low back pain among men and women: results from the Stockholm Public Health Cohort. Clin Epidemiol. 2017 Oct 11;9:491-500. doi: 10.2147/CLEP.S145264. eCollection 2017.
  2. Bohman T, Alfredsson L, Jensen I, Hallqvist J, Vingård E, Skillgate E. Does a healthy lifestyle behaviour influence the prognosis of low back pain among men and women in a general population? A population-based cohort study. BMJ Open. 2014 Dec 30;4(12):e005713. doi: 10.1136/bmjopen-2014-005713.
  3. Caplan N, Robson H, Robson A, Barry G, Wilkes G. Associations between community-based physiotherapy for musculoskeletal injury and health related quality of life (EQ-5D): a multi-centre retrospective analysis. Health Qual Life Outcomes. 2017 Oct 25;15(1):212. doi: 10.1186/s12955-017-0789-3.
  4. Mi J, Ye J, Zhao X, Zhao J. Effects of lumbosacral orthoses on postural control in individuals with or without non-specific low back pain. Eur Spine J. 2017 Oct 25. doi: 10.1007/s00586-017-5355-5. [Epub ahead of print]
  5. Denninger TR, Cook CE, Chapman CG, McHenry T, Thigpen CA. The Influence of Patient Choice of First Provider on Costs and Outcomes: Analysis From a Physical Therapy Patient Registry. J Orthop Sports Phys Ther. 2017 Oct 26:1-26. doi: 10.2519/jospt.2018.7423. [Epub ahead of print]
  6. Kirby ER, Broom AF, Adams J, Sibbritt DW, Refshauge KM. A qualitative study of influences on older women's practitioner choices for back pain care. BMC Health Serv Res. 2014 Mar 21;14:131. doi: 10.1186/1472-6963-14-131.

References for FEATURE: Chiropractors as Primary Spine Practitioners

  1. Goertz C: Gallup Event Explores Non-drug Approaches to Pain. ACA Blogs, September 17, 2017.
  2. Schneider M, Murphy D, Hartvigsen J: Spine Care as a Framework for the Chiropractic Identity. J Chiropr Humanit. 2016 Dec; 23(1): 14–21.
  3. Weeks WB, Goertz CM, Meeker WC, Marchiori DM. Public Perceptions of Doctors of Chiropractic: Results of a National Survey and Examination of Variation According to Respondents' Likelihood to Use Chiropractic, Experience With Chiropractic, and Chiropractic Supply in Local Health Care Markets. J Manipulative Physiol Ther. 2015 Sep 3. pii: S0161-4754(15)00124-4. doi: 10.1016/j.jmpt.2015.08.001. [Epub ahead of print]
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  5. Goertz, Christine M. et al. A proposal to improve health-care value in spine care delivery: the primary spine practitioner. The Spine Journal , Volume 17 , Issue 10 , 1570 - 1574
  6. Denninger TR, Cook CE, Chapman CG, McHenry T, Thigpen CA. The Influence of Patient Choice of First Provider on Costs and Outcomes: Analysis From a Physical Therapy Patient Registry. J Orthop Sports Phys Ther. 2017 Oct 26:1-26. doi: 10.2519/jospt.2018.7423. [Epub ahead of print]
  7. Qaseem A, Wilt TJ, McLean RM, Forciea MA, Clinical Guidelines Committee of the American College of Physicians: Noninvasive Treatments for Acute, Subacute, and Chronic Low Back Pain: A Clinical Practice Guideline From the American College of Physicians. Ann Intern Med. 2017 Apr 4;166(7):514-530. doi: 10.7326/M16-2367. Epub 2017 Feb 14.

References for Healthy News – November 2017

  1. Schneider M, Murphy D, Hartvigsen J: Spine Care as a Framework for the Chiropractic Identity. J Chiropr Humanit. 2016 Dec; 23(1): 14–21.
  2. Weeks WB, Goertz CM, Meeker WC, Marchiori DM. Public Perceptions of Doctors of Chiropractic: Results of a National Survey and Examination of Variation According to Respondents' Likelihood to Use Chiropractic, Experience With Chiropractic, and Chiropractic Supply in Local Health Care Markets. J Manipulative Physiol Ther. 2015 Sep 3. pii: S0161-4754(15)00124-4. doi: 10.1016/j.jmpt.2015.08.001. [Epub ahead of print]
  3. Goertz, Christine M. et al. A proposal to improve health-care value in spine care delivery: the primary spine practitioner. The Spine Journal 2017;17(10):1570-1574
  4. Ghaderi F, Jafarabadi MA, Javanshir K: The clinical and EMG assessment of the effects of stabilization exercise on nonspecific chronic neck pain: A randomized controlled trial. J Back Musculoskelet Rehabil. 2017;30(2):211-219. doi: 10.3233/BMR-160735.
  5. Gelecek N, Akkan H: The Effect Of Stabilization Exercise Training On Pain And Functional Status In Patients With Cervical Radiculopathy. J Back Musculoskelet Rehabil. September 8, 2017 [Epub ahead of print]

References for SPINE: Chiropractic Help for Neck Pain and Related Hearing Loss

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  4. Zhan XP, Pongstaporn T, Ryugo DK: Projections of the second cervical dorsal root ganglion to the cochlear nucleus in rats. Journal Of Comparative Neurology 2006;496(3):335-348
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  6. Zhou X, Luo HS, He JY, Wang R, Zhuang Y, Zhan Q: [A randomized controlled trials on treatment of cervicogenic sudden hearing loss with chiropractic]. Zhongguo Gu Shang 2015;28(1):62-5.
  7. Ferranti M, Keene K, Prothero C: Resolution of Hearing Loss After Chiropractic Manipulation. Topics in Integrative Health Care 2014;5(3) ID: 5.3005

References for NUTRITION: Ashburn Chiropractic Wisdom of Nutrition

  1. Cox JM, Hazen LJ, Mungovan M. Distraction manipulation reduction of an L5-S1 disk herniation. J Manipulative Physiol Ther. 1993 Jun;16(5):342-6.
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References for FEATURE: Harvard Recommends Chiropractic for Back Pain

  1. “Where to turn for low back pain relief: In most cases, a primary care doctor or chiropractor can help you resolve the problem.” Harvard Health Letter, November 2017, https://www.health.harvard.edu/pain/where-to-turn-for-low-back-pain-relief, sourced 12/1/17.

References for EXERCISE: Exercise - Part of Successful Ashburn Back Pain Relief Plan

  1. Bobinski F, Teixeira JM, Sluka KA, Soares Santos AR: IL-4 Mediates The Analgesia Produced By Low-Intensity Exercise In Mice With Neuropathic Pain. Pain 2017 [Epub ahead of print]
  2. Lillie GR: Resolution Of Low Back And Radicular Pain In A 40-Year-Old Male United States Navy Petty Officer After Collaborative Medical And Chiropractic Care. J Chiropr Med 2010;9(1):17-21
  3. Gema BP, Enrique LG, Nathalie A R, Tomás GI, Virginia JP, Daniel PM: Pain Neurophysiology Education and Therapeutic Exercise for Patients With Chronic Low Back Pain: A Single-Blind Randomized Controlled Trial. Arch Phys Med Rehabil 2017 [Epub ahead of print]
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  5. Machado GC, Pinheiro MB, Lee H, Ahmed OH, Hendrick P, Williams C, Kamper SJ: Smartphone Apps For The Self-Management Of Low Back Pain: A Systematic Review. Best Pract Res Clin Rheumatol 2016;30(6):1098-1109

References for Healthy News – December 2017

  1. “Where to turn for low back pain relief? In most cases, a primary care doctor or chiropractor can help you resolve the problem.” Harvard Health Letter. Published: November, 2017, https://www.health.harvard.edu/pain/where-to-turn-for-low-back-pain-relief, sourced 12/13/17
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References for FEATURE: How Often Do You Need To See Your Ashburn Chiropractor

  1. Haas M, Vavrek D, Peterson D, Polissar N, Neradilek MB. Dose-response and efficacy of spinal manipulation for care of chronic low back pain: a randomized controlled trial. Spine J 2014;14(7):1106-16. doi: 10.1016/j.spinee.2013.07.468. Epub 2013 Oct 16.
  2. Cox, JM, Feller JA, Cox JA: Distraction Chiropractic Adjusting: Clinical Application, Treatment Algorithms, and Clinical Outcomes of 1000 Cases Studied. Topics in Clinical Chiropractic 1996; (3)3:45-59, 79-81

References for SPINE: Clear Aligners for Teeth Affect Posture

  1. Grünheid T, Loh C, Larson BE. How accurate is Invisalign in nonextraction cases? Are predicted tooth positions achieved? Angle Orthod. 2017 Nov;87(6):809-815. doi: 10.2319/022717-147.1. Epub 2017 Jul 7.
  2. Gu J, Tang JS, Skulski B, Fields HW Jr, Beck FM, Firestone AR, Kim DG, Deguchi T. Evaluation of Invisalign treatment effectiveness and efficiency compared with conventional fixed appliances using the Peer Assessment Rating index. Am J Orthod Dentofacial Orthop. 2017 Feb;151(2):259-266. doi: 10.1016/j.ajodo.2016.06.041.
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References for EXERCISE: Take a Walk, Ashburn!

  1. Vanti C, Andreatta S, Borghi S, Guccione AA, Pillastrini P, Bertozzi L. The effectiveness of walking versus exercise on pain and function in chronic low back pain: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized trials. Disabil Rehabil. 2017 Dec 5:1-11. doi: 10.1080/09638288.2017.1410730. [Epub ahead of print]
  2. Sitthipornvorakul E, Klinsophon T, Sihawong R, Janwantanakul P. The effects of walking intervention in patients with chronic low back pain: A meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials. Musculoskelet Sci Pract. 2017 Dec 12;34:38-46. doi: 10.1016/j.msksp.2017.12.003. [Epub ahead of print]

References for Healthy News – January 2018

  1. Li L et al: A Finite Element Analysis of Stress Distribution and Disk Displacement in Response to Lumbar Rotation Manipulation in the Sitting and Side-Lying Positions. Journal of Manipulative & Physiological Therapeutics 2018;40(8):580–586.
  2. Gudavalli R, Potluri T, Caranandang G, Havey R, Vornov L, Cox J, Rowell R , Kruse R, Joachim G, Patwardhan A, Henderson, Goertz C:  Intradiscal Pressure Changes during Manual Cervical Distraction: A Cadaveric  Study. Evidence-Based Complementary and Alternative Medicine Volume 2013 (2013), Article ID 954134, 10 pages http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2013/954134
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References for FEATURE: Best Ashburn Spinal Traction: Prone or Supine? Prone!

  1. Bilgilisoy Filiz M, Kiliç Z, Uçkun A, Çakir T, Kolda Doan , Toraman NF. Mechanical Traction For Lumbar Radicular Pain: Supine Or Prone? A Randomized Controlled Trial. Am J Phys Med Rehabil. 2018 Jan 5. doi: 10.1097/PHM.0000000000000892. [Epub ahead of print]
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  3. Gudavalli MR, Salsbury SA, Vining RD, Long CR, Corber L, Patwardhan AG, Goertz CM. Development of an attention-touch control for manual cervical distraction: a pilot randomized clinical trial for patients with neck pain. Trials. 2015 Jun 5;16:259. doi: 10.1186/s13063-015-0770-6.
  4. Gudavalli MR, Cox JM. Real-time force feedback during flexion-distraction procedure for low back pain: A pilot study. J Can Chiropr Assoc. 2014 Jun;58(2):193-200.
  5. Gudavalli MR, Vining RD, Salsbury SA, Corber LG, Long CR, Patwardhan AG, Goertz CM. Clinician proficiency in delivering manual treatment for neck pain within specified force ranges. Spine J. 2015 Apr 1;15(4):570-6. doi: 10.1016/j.spinee.2014.10.016. Epub 2014 Oct 22.

References for SPINE:  Sciatica and the Older Ashburn Back and Leg Pain Sufferer

  1. Stynes S, Konstantinou K, Ogollah R, Hay EM, Dunn KM. Novel approach to characterising individuals with low back-related leg pain: cluster identification with latent class analysis and 12-month follow-up. Pain. 2018 Jan 9. doi: 10.1097/j.pain.0000000000001147. [Epub ahead of print]
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References for EXERCISE: Your Ashburn Chiropractor Urges Exercise for Heart & Mind

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References for Healthy News – February 2018

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References for SPINE: Ashburn Chiropractic Improves Posture and Back Pain

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References for NUTRITION:  Spinal Discs Age Too! Help Ashburn Degenerated Discs Nutritionally.

  1. Oh CH, Yoon SH. Whole Spine Disc Degeneration Survey according to the Ages and Sex Using Pfirrmann Disc Degeneration Grades. Korean J Spine. 2017 Dec;14(4):148-154. doi: 10.14245/kjs.2017.14.4.148. Epub 2017 Dec 31.
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References for EXERCISE: Glute Strengthening Exercise Helps RelieveAshburn Back Pain

  1. Stilwell P, Harman K. 'I didn't pay her to teach me how to fix my back': a focused ethnographic study exploring chiropractors' and chiropractic patients' experiences and beliefs regarding exercise adherence. J Can Chiropr Assoc. 2017 Dec;61(3):219-230.
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References for HEALTHY NEWS – March 2018

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  4. ER - http://www.choosingwisely.org/clinician-lists/#parentSociety=American_College_of_Emergency_Physicians
  5. Acp - http://www.choosingwisely.org/clinician-lists/#parentSociety=American_College_of_Physicians
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References for FEATURE: Ashburn Chiropractic Medicine for Spine Care

  1. Støttrup C, Andresen AK, Ernst C, Andersen MØ: [Surgical treatment of lumbar disc herniation]. Ugeskr Laeger. 2018 Jan 22;180(2). pii: V05170398.
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References for FEATURE:  Spinal Manipulation Recommended More

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References for SPINE:  Get Your Head on Straight with Ashburn Chiropractic for Neck and Shoulder Pain Relief

  1. Cho J, Lee E, Lee S. Upper thoracic spine mobilization and mobility exercise versus upper cervical spine mobilization and stabilization exercise in individuals with forward head posture: a randomized clinical trial. BMC Musculoskelet Disord. 2017 Dec 12;18(1):525. doi: 10.1186/s12891-017-1889-2.

References for NUTRITION: Vitamin D Levels Easy to Raise...and Beneficial

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References for EXERCISE: Ashburn Chiropractic Care of Forward Head Carriage

  1. “Forward Head Posture.” https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Forward_head_posture, sourced 3/20/18
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References for HEALTHY NEWS – April 2018

  1. Millstine D, Chen CY, Bauer B. Complementary and integrative medicine in the management of headache. BMJ. 2017 May 16;357:j1805. doi: 10.1136/bmj.j1805.
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References for SPINE: The VA Expansion of Chiropractic Care for Spine Pain in Military Personnel

  1. Bernat A: ACA Press Release: Congress Passes Legislation Expanding Veteran Access to Nondrug Chiropractic Services, March 23, 2018. Sourced on 3/29/18
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References for NUTRITION: B Vitamins Help Radiculopathy Healing

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References for EXERCISE: Cycling for Lumbar Spinal Stenosis Pain Relief

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References for FEATURE: Chiropractic As Alternative to Opioid Drugs for Ashburn Back Pain Relief

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References for HEALTHY NEWS – May 2018

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References for SPINE: Spinal MRIs – Positives and False Positives

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References for NUTRITION: Weight Loss for Back Pain Relief

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References for EXERCISE: Exercise and SMT helps Adolescent Back Pain

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References for FEATURE: (In)Effectiveness of Pain Control Drugs (Opioids) on Back Pain

  1. Koes BW, Backes D, Bindels PJE: Pharmacotherapy for chronic non-specific low back pain: current and future options. Expert Opin Pharmacother. 2018 Apr;19(6):537-545. doi: 10.1080/14656566.2018.1454430. Epub 2018 Mar 26.
  2. Schliessbach J, Siegenthaler A, Bütikofer L, Vuilleumier P, Jüni P, Stamer U, Arendt-Nielsen L, Curatolo M: Predicting drug efficacy in chronic low back pain by quantitative sensory tests. Eur J Pain 2018;22(5):973-988. doi: 10.1002/ejp.1183. Epub 2018 Jan 23.
  3. Deyo R: Use of Prescription Opioids before and After an Operation for Chronic Pain (Lumbar Fusion Surgery). PAIN 2018;159(6):1147–1154.
  4. Chou R, Côté P, Randhawa K, Torres P, Yu H, Nordin M, Hurwitz EL, Haldeman S, Cedraschi C: The Global Spine Care Initiative: applying evidence-based guidelines on the non-invasive management of back and neck pain to low- and middle-income communities. Eur Spine J. 2018 Feb 19. doi: 10.1007/s00586-017-5433-8. [Epub ahead of print]

References for EXERCISE: Spinal Extension in Ashburn Chiropractic Care

  1. Parkkola R, Kormano M. Lumbar disc and back muscle degeneration on MRI: correlation to age and body mass. Journal of Spinal Disorders 1992;5(1):86-92.
  2. Epstein N: Dynamic MRI scanning of the cervical spine. Spine (Phila Pa 1976). 1988 Aug;13(8):937-8.
  3. Katz: Degenerative lumbar spinal stenosis: diagnostic value of the history and physical examination. Arthritis Rheum. 1995 Sep;38(9):1236-41.
  4. Gudavalli M, Potluri T, Carandang G, Havey R, Voronov L, Cox J, Rowell R, Kruse R, Joachim G, Patwardhan A, Henderson C, and Goertz C. Intradiscal Pressure Changes during Manual Cervical Distraction: A Cadaveric Study. Evidence-Based Complementary and Alternative Medicine Volume 2013 (2013), Article ID
  5. Gudavalli R in Chapter 6: “Biomechanics Research on Flexion Distraction Procedure.” Cox JM: Low Back Pain: Mechanism, Diagnosis, Treatment 7th ed. Baltimore: Lippincott Williams and Wilkins, 2011, pages 212-224.

References for Healthy News – June 2018

  1. Haugen AJ, Grovle L, Brox JI, Natvig B, Keller A, Soldal D, Grotle M. Estimates of success in patients with sciatica due to lumbar disc herniation depend upon outcome measure. European Spine Journal 20 (10). OCT 2011. p.1669-1675
  2. Chou R et al. Interventional Therapies, Surgery, and Interdisciplinary Rehabilitation for Low Back Pain An Evidence-Based Clinical Practice Guideline From the American Pain Society. Spine (Phila Pa 1976). 2009 May 1;34(10):1066-77. doi: 10.1097/BRS.0b013e3181a1390d.
  3. Tieppo Francio V, Towery C, Davani S, Brown T. Spinal Manipulation And Therapeutic Exercises In Treating Post-Surgical Resurgent Lumbar Radiculopathy. Oxford Medical Case Reports 2017; 2017(10):omx062, https://doi.org/10.1093/omcr/omx062
  4. Gudavalli MR, Olding K, Joachim G, Cox JM. Chiropractic Distraction Spinal Manipulation on Postsurgical Continued Low Back and Radicular Pain Patients: A Retrospective Case Series. J Chiropr Med. 2016 Jun;15(2):121-8. doi: 10.1016/j.jcm.2016.04.004. Epub 2016 May 25.
  5. Conway R, Behennah J, Fisher J, Osborne N, Steele J. A Comparison of Isolated Lumbar Extension Strength Between Healthy Asymptomatic Participants and Chronic Low Back Pain Subjects Without Previous Lumbar Spine Surgery. Spine (Phila Pa 1976). 2018 Apr 23. [Epub ahead of print]
  6. Parkkola R, Kormano M. Lumbar Disc And Back Muscle Degeneration On MRI: Correlation To Age And Body Mass. Journal of Spinal Disorders 1992;5(1):86-92.

References for EXERCISE: Simple Exercise Helps Reduce Ashburn Back Pain

  1. Tieppo Francio V, Towery C, Davani S, Brown T: Spinal Manipulation And Therapeutic Exercises In Treating Post-Surgical Resurgent Lumbar Radiculopathy. Oxf Med Case Reports, Volume 2017, Issue 10, 1 October 2017, omx062, https://doi.org/10.1093/omcr/omx062.
  2. da Cruz Fernandes IM, Pinto RZ, Ferreira P, Lira FS: Low Back Pain, Obesity, And Inflammatory Markers: Exercise As Potential Treatment. J Exerc Rehabil 2018;14(2):168-174.
  3. Ramos LAV, Callegari B, França FJR, Magalhães MO, Burke TN, Carvalho E Silva APMC, Almeida GPL, Comachio J, Marques AP: Comparison Between Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation and Stabilization Exercises in Fatigue and Transversus Abdominis Activation in Patients With Lumbar Disk Herniation: A Randomized Study. J Manipulative Physiol Ther 2018;41(4):323-331.

References for NUTRITION: Ashburn Chiropractic Nutrition for Neuropathy Pain

  1. Onysko M, Legerski P, Potthoff J, Erlandson M. Targeting neuropathic pain: consider these alternatives. J Fam Pract. 2015 Aug;64(8):470-5.
  2. Mostacci B, Liguori R, Cicero AF. Nutraceutical Approach to Peripheral Neuropathies: Evidence from Clinical Trials. Curr Drug Metab. 2018;19(5):460-468. doi: 10.2174/1389200218666171031145419
  3. Deng XT, Han Y, Liu WT, Song XJ. B Vitamins Potentiate Acute Morphine Antinociception and Attenuate the Development of Tolerance to Chronic Morphine in Mice. Pain Med. 2017 Oct 1;18(10):1961-1974. doi: 10.1093/pm/pnw358.

References for FEATURE: How Much Ashburn Back Pain Relief Do You Expect?

  1. Vetter TR, Chou R: Clinical Trial Design Methodology for Pain Outcome Studies: Distinguishing Between Statistical and Clinical Significance. Practical Management of Pain 2014 (Fifth Edition)
  2. Gatchel RJ, Mayer TG, Choi Y, Chou R. Validation of a consensus-based minimal clinically important difference (MCID) threshold using an objective functional external anchor. Spine J. 2013 Aug;13(8):889-93. doi: 10.1016/j.spinee.2013.02.015. Epub 2013 Mar 21.
  3. Konstantinou K, Dunn KM, Ogollah R, Lewis M, van der Windt D, Hay EM, ATLAS Study Team2. Prognosis of sciatica and back-related leg pain in primary care: the ATLAS cohort. Spine J. 2018 Jun;18(6):1030-1040. doi: 10.1016/j.spinee.2017.10.071. Epub 2017 Nov 21.
  4. Chotai S, Devin CJ, Archer KR, Bydon M, McGirt MJ, Nian H, Harrell FE Jr, Dittus RS, Asher AL, QOD Vanguard Sites. Effect Of Patients' Functional Status On Satisfaction With Outcomes 12 Months After Elective Spine Surgery For Lumbar Degenerative Disease. Spine J 2017;17(12):1783-1793

References for SPINE: Ashburn Chiropractic Care of the Diaphragm & Back Pain

  1. Maher Chris et al. Non-specific low back pain. The Lancet 2017;389(10070):736 – 747.
  2. Tamer S, Öz M, Ülger Ö. The Effect Of Visceral Osteopathic Manual Therapy Applications On Pain, Quality Of Life And Function In Patients With Chronic Nonspecific Low Back Pain. J Back Musculoskelet Rehabil. 2017;30(3):419-425. doi: 10.3233/BMR-150424.
  3. Diaphragm. InnerBody. http://www.innerbody.com/image/musc06.html, sourced on 7/6/18
  4. González-Álvarez FJ, Valenza MC, Torres-Sánchez I, Cabrera-Martos I, Rodríguez-Torres J, Castellote-Caballero Y. Effects Of Diaphragm Stretching On Posterior Chain Muscle Kinematics And Rib Cage And Abdominal Excursion: A Randomized Controlled Trial. Braz J Phys Ther. 2016 Jun 16;20(5):405-411. doi: 10.1590/bjpt-rbf.2014.0169.
  5. Martí-Salvador M, Hidalgo-Moreno L, Doménech-Fernández J, Lisón JF, Arguisuelas MD. Osteopathic Manipulative Treatment Including Specific Diaphragm Techniques Improves Pain And Disability In Chronic Non-Specific Low Back Pain: A Randomized Trial. 2018 May 19. pii: S0003-9993(18)30295-8. doi: 10.1016/j.apmr.2018.04.022. [Epub ahead of print]
  6. Rani B, Mohanty PP, Pattnaik M. Effect Of Thoracic Mobilization On Respiratory Parameters In Chronic Non-Specific Low Back Pain: A Randomized Controlled Trial. J Back Musculoskelet Rehabil. 2016 Feb 19;29(3):587-95. doi: 10.3233/BMR-160679.

References for Healthy News – July 2018

  1. Foye PM, Abdelshahed DM, Kamrava E, Enriquez R, D'Onofrio GJ: Tailbone Pain from Coccyx Injuries on Water Slides: A Case Series. J Emerg Med 2018 May 18. pii: S0736-4679(18)30373-1. doi: 10.1016/j.jemermed.2018.04.033. [Epub ahead of print].
  2. Giordano NL, van Helmond N, Chapman KB: Coccydynia Treated with Dorsal Root Ganglion Stimulation. Case Reports in Anesthesiology, vol. 2018, Article ID 5832401, 4 pages, 2018. https://doi.org/10.1155/2018/5832401.
  3. Origo D, Tarantino AG, Nonis A, Vismara L: Osteopathic Manipulative Treatment In Chronic Coccydynia: A Case Series. J Bodyw Mov Ther 2018;22(2):261-265.
  4. Kruse RA, Gudavalli S, Cambron J: Chiropractic treatment of a pregnant patient with lumbar radiculopathy. J Chiropr Med. 2007 Dec;6(4):153-8. doi: 10.1016/j.jcme.2007.08.005.
  5. Soliday E, Betts D: Treating Pain in Pregnancy with Acupuncture: Observational Study Results from a Free Clinic in New Zealand. J Acupunct Meridian Stud 2018 Feb;11(1):25-30. doi: 10.1016/j.jams.2017.11.005. Epub 2018 Feb 1.

References for NUTRITION: Ashburn Chiropractic Care Encourages Healthy Lifestyle Behaviors

  1. Bohman T, Alfredsson L, Jensen I, Hallqvist J, Vingård E, Skillgate E. Does a healthy lifestyle behaviour influence the prognosis of low back pain among men and women in a general population? A population-based cohort study. BMJ Open. 2014 Dec 30;4(12):e005713. doi: 10.1136/bmjopen-2014-005713.
  2. Williams A, Wiggers J, OBrien KM, Wolfenden L, Yoong SL, Hodder RK, Lee H, Robson EK, McAuley JH, Haskins R, Kamper SJ, Rissel C, Williams CM. Effectiveness of a healthy lifestyle intervention for chronic low back pain: a randomised controlled trial. Pain. 2018 Jun;159(6):1137-1146. doi: 10.1097/j.pain.0000000000001198.
  3. Skillgate E, Pico-Espinosa OJ, Hallqvist J, Bohman T, Holm LW. Healthy lifestyle behavior and risk of long duration troublesome neck pain or low back pain among men and women: results from the Stockholm Public Health Cohort. Clin Epidemiol. 2017 Oct 11;9:491-500. doi: 10.2147/CLEP.S145264. eCollection 2017.

References for EXERCISE: Exercise for Better Sleep and Chronic Back Pain Relief!

  1. Akodu AK, Akindutire OM: The Effect Of Stabilization Exercise On Pain-Related Disability, Sleep Disturbance, And Psychological Status Of Patients With Non-Specific Chronic Low Back Pain. Korean J Pain 2018;31(3):199-205
  2. Hurley DA, Eadie J, O'Donoghue G, Kelly C, Lonsdale C, Guerin S, Tully MA, van Mechelen W, McDonough SM, Boreham CA, Heneghan C, Daly L. Physiotherapy for sleep disturbance in chronic low back pain: a feasibility randomised controlled trial. BMC Musculoskelet Disord. 2010 Apr 16;11:70. doi: 10.1186/1471-2474-11-70.
  3. Aoyagi Y, Park S, Cho S, Shephard RJ. Objectively measured habitual physical activity and sleep-related phenomena in 1645 people aged 1-91 years: The Nakanojo Community Study. Prev Med Rep. 2018 Jun 26;11:180-186. doi: 10.1016/j.pmedr.2018.06.013. eCollection 2018 Sep.

References for FEATURE: Cox® Technic Most Commonly Used for Ashburn Spinal Stenosis Relief

  1. Cox JM: Pedicogenic stenosis: its manipulative implications. Journal of Manipulative and Physiological Therapeutics (March 1979)
  2. Choi J, Lee S, Jeon C. Effects of flexion-distraction manipulation therapy on pain and disability in patients with lumbar spinal stenosis. J Phys Ther Sci. 2015 Jun;27(6):1937-9. doi: 10.1589/jpts.27.1937. Epub 2015 Jun 30.
  3. Murphy DR, Hurwitz EL, Gregory AA, Clary R. A non-surgical approach to the management of lumbar spinal stenosis: A prospective observational cohort study. BMC Musculoskeletal Disorders 2006; 7:NIL_1-NIL_8
  4. Stuber K, Sajko S, Kristmanson K: Chiropractic treatment of lumbar spinal stenosis: a review of the literature. J Chiro Med 2009; 8(2):77–85.
  5. Ammendolia C, Chow N. Clinical outcomes for neurogenic claudication using a multimodal program for lumbar spinal stenosis: a retrospective study. J Manipulative Physiol Ther. 2015 Mar-Apr;38(3):188-94. doi: 10.1016/j.jmpt.2014.12.006. Epub 2015 Jan 22.

References for SPINE: Ashburn Chiropractic Relieves Back Pain Related to Synovial Cyst

  1. Howington JU: Intraspinal synovial cysts: 10 year experience at the Ochsner clinic. J Neurosurg, 1999:91(2suppl):193-9
  2. Bozzao A et al: Relapsing remitting bilateral synovial cysts of the lumbar spine. Neuroradiology 2001:43:1076-8
  3. Epstein NE: Lumbar synovial cysts: a review of diagnosis, surgical management, and outcome assessment. J Spinal Disord Tech 2004 Aug;17(4):321-5.
  4. Knox AM et al: The appearances of lumbar intraspinal synovial cysts. Clinical Radiology 1991:44(6):397-401.
  5. Khan AM, Girardi F: Spinal Lumbar Synovial Cysts. Diagnosis And Management Challenge. European Spine Journal 15 (8). AUG 2006. p.1176,1177-1182 SPRINGER, NEW YORK
  6. Cambron SC, McIntyre JJ, Guerin SJ, Li Z, Pastel DA: Lumbar Facet Joint Synovial Cysts: Does T2 Signal Intensity Predict Outcomes after Percutaneous Rupture? AJNR Am J Neuroradiol. 2013 Feb 28.
  7. Maezawa Y et al: Spontaneous remission of a solitary intraspinal synovial cyst of the lumbar spine. Eur Spine J 2000 Feb; 9(1): 85–87.
  8. Wilby M, Fraser R, Vernon-Roberts B, Moore R: The Prevalence and Pathogenesis of Synovial Cysts Within the Ligamentum Flavum in Patients With Lumbar Spinal Stenosis and Radiculopathy Study Design. A clinicopathologic study of synovial cysts in the ligamentum flavum (LF) in patients with spinal stenosis. SPINE 34(23):2518–2524
  9. Tepe S, Kara M, Iplikcioglu AC: Spontaneous Disappearance of Lumbar Synovial Cyst. Journal Of Neurological Sciences-Turkish 29 (1). 2012. p.154-158
  10. Cox JM, Cox JM II: Chiropractic treatment of lumbar spine synovial cysts: a report of two cases. JMPT 28(2);Feb, 2005: 143-7
  11. Cox case #32 - https://www.coxtechnic.com/download-detail/case-report-32-l4-l5-spinal-stenosis-with-synovial-cyst
  12. Cox JM: Chiropractic management of a patient with lumbar spine pain due to synovial cyst: a case report. J Chiropr Med. 2012 Mar;11(1):7-15. doi: 10.1016/j.jcm.2011.08.007.

References for Healthy News - August 2018

  1. French S, Downie, A, Walker B. Low back pain: a major global problem for which the chiropractic profession needs to take more care. Chiropr Man Therap. 2018; 26: 28.
  2. Maiers M, Agaoglu M, Brown R, Cassirer C, Dasilva K, Lystad R, Mohammad S, Wong J: Chiropractic in Global Health and wellbeing: a white paper describing the public health agenda of the World Federation of Chiropractic. Chiropr Man Therap. 2018; 26: 26. Published online 2018 Jul 17. doi: 10.1186/s12998-018-0194-y
  3. Ammendolia C, Rampersaud YR, Southerst D, Ahmed A, Schneider M, Hawker G, Bombardier C, Côté P. Effect of a Prototype Lumbar Spinal Stenosis Belt versus a Lumbar Support on Walking Capacity in Lumbar Spinal Stenosis: A Randomized Controlled Trial. Spine J. 2018 Jul 24. pii: S1529-9430(18)31029-5. doi: 10.1016/j.spinee.2018.07.012. [Epub ahead of print]
  4. Kang JI, Kwon HM, Jeong DK, Choi H, Moon YJ, Park JS. The effects on postural control and low back pain according to the types of orthoses in chronic low back pain patients. J Phys Ther Sci. 2016 Nov;28(11):3074-3077. Epub 2016 Nov 29.
  5. Calmels P, Queneau P, Hamonet C, Le Pen C, Maurel F, Lerouvreur C, Thoumie P. Effectiveness of a Lumbar Belt in Subacute Low Back Pain: An Open, Multicentric, and Randomized Clinical Study. Spine 2009;34(3):215-220
  6. Dalichau S Et Al. Influence Of Elastic Lumbar Belts On The Effect Of A Muscle Strengthening Program For Patients With Low Back Pain. Zeitschrift Fur Orthopadie Und Ihre Grenzgebiete 2000;138:8-16
  7. Azadinia F, Takamjani EE, Kamyab M, Parnianpour M, Cholewicki J, Maroufi N. Can Lumbosacral Orthoses Cause Trunk Muscle Weakness? A Systematic Review Of Literature. Spine J 2016 [Epub ahead of print]
  8. Shahvarpour A, Preuss R, Sullivan MJL, Negrini A, Larivière C. The effect of wearing a lumbar belt on biomechanical and psychological outcomes related to maximal flexion-extension motion and manual material handling. Appl Ergon. 2018 May;69:17-24. doi: 10.1016/j.apergo.2018.01.001. Epub 2018 Jan 6.
  9. Boutevillain L, Bonnin A, Chabaud A, Morel C, Giustiniani M, Pereira B, Soubrier M, Coudeyre E. Short-term pain evolution in chronic low back pain with Modic type 1 changes treated by a lumbar rigid brace: a retrospective study. Ann Phys Rehabil Med. 2018 Jul 24. pii: S1877-0657(18)31428-3. doi: 10.1016/j.rehab.2018.06.008. [Epub ahead of print]
  10. Konstantinou K, Dunn KM, Ogollah R, Lewis M, van der Windt D, Hay EM; ATLAS study team. Prognosis of sciatica and back-related leg pain in primary care: the ATLAS cohort. Spine J. 2017 Nov 21. pii: S1529-9430(17)31148-8. doi: 10.1016/j.spinee.2017.10.071. [Epub ahead of print]

References for NUTRITION: Fruits & Vegetables Reduce Ashburn Inflammation, Risk of Osteoporosis, and Even All-Cause Mortality

  1. Nguyen B, Bauman A, Gale J, Banks E, Kritharides , Ding D: Fruit and vegetable consumption and all-cause mortality: evidence from a large Australian cohort study. Int J Behav Nutr Phys Act. 2016 Jan 25;13:9. doi: 10.1186/s12966-016-0334-5.
  2. Bhupathiraju SN, Tucker KL: Greater variety in fruit and vegetable intake is associated with lower inflammation in Puerto Rican adults. Am J Clin Nutr. 2011 Jan;93(1):37-46. doi: 10.3945/ajcn.2010.29913. Epub 2010 Nov 10.
  3. Qiu R, Cao WT, Tian HY, He J, Chen GD, Chen YM: Greater Intake of Fruit and Vegetables Is Associated with Greater Bone Mineral Density and Lower Osteoporosis Risk in Middle-Aged and Elderly Adults. PLoS One 2017;12(1):e0168906
  4. Coulthard H, Sealy AM: Play with your food! Sensory play is associated with tasting of fruits and vegetables in preschool children. Appetite. 2017 Feb 12. pii: S0195-6663(17)30185-X. doi: 10.1016/j.appet.2017.02.003. [Epub ahead of print]

References for EXERCISE: Useful Dead Bugs in Ashburn Chiropractic Care!

  1. Pereira ILR, Queiroz B, Loss J, Amorim C, Sacco ICN. Trunk Muscle EMG During Intermediate Pilates Mat Exercises in Beginner Healthy and Chronic Low Back Pain Individuals. J Manipulative Physiol Ther. 2017 Jun;40(5):350-357. doi: 10.1016/j.jmpt.2017.02.010. Epub 2017 Apr 13.
  2. Kim CR, Park DK, Lee ST, Ryu JS. Electromyographic Changes in Trunk Muscles During Graded Lumbar Stabilization Exercises. PM R. 2016 Oct;8(10):979-989. doi: 10.1016/j.pmrj.2016.05.017. Epub 2016 Jun 16.

References for FEATURE: Often Ignored in Pain Care Plans, Ashburn Chiropractic Offers Coordinated or Optional Care to Opioids

  1. Breuer B, Cruciani R, Portenoy RK. Pain Management by Primary Care Physicians, Pain Physicians, Chiropractors, and Acupuncturists: A National Survey. Southern Medical Journal 2010;103(8):738-747
  2. Azad T, Vail D, Bentley J, Han S, Suarez P, Varshneya K, Mittal V, Veeravagu A, Desai M, Bhattacharya J, Ratliff J. Initial Provider Specialty is Associated with Long-term Opiate Use in Patients with Newly Diagnosed Low Back and Lower Extremity Pain. Spine (Phila Pa 1976). 2018 Aug 7. doi: 10.1097/BRS.0000000000002840. [Epub ahead of print]
  3. Chou R et al. Interventional Therapies, Surgery, and Interdisciplinary Rehabilitation for Low Back Pain An Evidence-Based Clinical Practice Guideline From the American Pain Society. Spine 2009;34(10):1066-77.
  4. Cernansky R: Push for MDs to Learn Nutrition: Many Graduate without Training. Journal Gazette July 30, 2018, http://www.journalgazette.net/food/20180730/push-for-doctors-to-learn-nutrition
  5. Praz C, Ducki J, Connaissa ML, Terrier P, Vuistiner P, Léger B, Luthi F. Working Together and Being Physically Active Are Not Enough to Advise Uniformly and Adequately Low Back Pain Patients: A Cross-Sectional Study. Pain Res Manag. 2018 Jun 26;2018:4128913. doi: 10.1155/2018/4128913. eCollection 2018.

References for SPINE:  Back Supports Helpful to Ashburn Back Pain Patients

  1. Azadinia F, Takamjani EE, Kamyab M, Parnianpour M, Cholewicki J, Maroufi N. Can Lumbosacral Orthoses Cause Trunk Muscle Weakness? A Systematic Review Of Literature. Spine J 2017;17(4):589-602.
  2. Dalichau S Et Al. Influence Of Elastic Lumbar Belts On The Effect Of A Muscle Strengthening Program For Patients With Low Back Pain. Zeitschrift Fur Orthopadie Und Ihre Grenzgebiete 2000;138:8-16
  3. Calmels P, Queneau P, Hamonet C, Le Pen C, Maurel F, Lerouvreur C, Thoumie P. Effectiveness of a Lumbar Belt in Subacute Low Back Pain: An Open, Multicentric, and Randomized Clinical Study. Spine 2009;34(3):215-220
  4. Shahvarpour A, Preuss R, Sullivan MJL, Negrini A, Larivière C. The effect of wearing a lumbar belt on biomechanical and psychological outcomes related to maximal flexion-extension motion and manual material handling. Appl Ergon. 2018 May;69:17-24. doi: 10.1016/j.apergo.2018.01.001. Epub 2018 Jan 6.
  5. Boutevillain L, Bonnin A, Chabaud A, Morel C, Giustiniani M, Pereira B, Soubrier M, Coudeyre E. Short-term pain evolution in chronic low back pain with Modic type 1 changes treated by a lumbar rigid brace: a retrospective study. Ann Phys Rehabil Med. 2018 Jul 24. pii: S1877-0657(18)31428-3. doi: 10.1016/j.rehab.2018.06.008. [Epub ahead of print]
  6. Kang JI, Kwon HM, Jeong DK, Choi H, Moon YJ, Park JS. The effects on postural control and low back pain according to the types of orthoses in chronic low back pain patients. J Phys Ther Sci. 2016 Nov;28(11):3074-3077. Epub 2016 Nov 29.
  7. Ammendolia C, Rampersaud YR, Southerst D, Ahmed A, Schneider M, Hawker G, Bombardier C, Côté P. Effect of a Prototype Lumbar Spinal Stenosis Belt versus a Lumbar Support on Walking Capacity in Lumbar Spinal Stenosis: A Randomized Controlled Trial. Spine J. 2018 Jul 24. pii: S1529-9430(18)31029-5. doi: 10.1016/j.spinee.2018.07.012. [Epub ahead of print]
  8. Konstantinou K, Dunn KM, Ogollah R, Lewis M, van der Windt D, Hay EM; ATLAS study team. Prognosis of sciatica and back-related leg pain in primary care: the ATLAS cohort. Spine J. 2017 Nov 21. pii: S1529-9430(17)31148-8. doi: 10.1016/j.spinee.2017.10.071. [Epub ahead of print]

References for NUTRITION: Chondroitin Sulfate For Neuropathic Pain

  1. Nemoto W, Yamada K, Nakagawasai O, Ogata Y, Chiba M, Yamagata R, Sakurai H, Tan-No K. Effect of repeated oral administration of chondroitin sulfate on neuropathic pain induced by partial sciatic nerve ligation in mice. J Pharmacol Sci. 2018 Mar 23. pii: S1347-8613(18)30047-1. doi: 10.1016/j.jphs.2018.03.003. [Epub ahead of print]

References for Healthy News: September 2018

  1. Herman PM, Kommareddi M, Sorbero ME, Rutter CM, Hays RD, Hilton LG, Ryan GW, Coulter ID: Characteristics of Chiropractic Patients Being Treated for Chronic Low Back and Neck Pain. J Manipulative Physiol Ther 2018;41(6):445-455.
  2. Nemoto W, Yamada K, Nakagawasai O, Ogata Y, Chiba M, Yamagata R, Sakurai H, Tan-No K. Effect of repeated oral administration of chondroitin sulfate on neuropathic pain induced by partial sciatic nerve ligation in mice. J Pharmacol Sci. 2018 Mar 23. pii: S1347-8613(18)30047-1. doi: 10.1016/j.jphs.2018.03.003. [Epub ahead of print]

References for FEATURE: Satisfaction with Ashburn Chiropractic Care

  1. Gedin F, Skeppholm M, Burström K, Sparring V, Tessma M, Zethraeus N. Effectiveness, costs and cost-effectiveness of chiropractic care and physiotherapy compared with information and advice in the treatment of non-specific chronic low back pain: study protocol for a randomised controlled trial. Trials. 2017 Dec 22;18(1):613. doi: 10.1186/s13063-017-2351-3.
  2. Herman PM, Kommareddi M, Sorbero ME, Rutter CM, Hays RD, Hilton LG, Ryan GW, Coulter ID. Characteristics of Chiropractic Patients Being Treated for Chronic Low Back and Neck Pain. J Manipulative Physiol Ther. 2018 Jul - Aug;41(6):445-455. doi: 10.1016/j.jmpt.2018.02.001. Epub 2018 Aug 16.

References for SPINE: Ashburn Chiropractic Care of Ankylosing Spondylitis

  1. Deodhar A, Mittal M, Reilly P, Bao Y, Manthena S, Anderson J, Joshi A. Ankylosing spondylitis diagnosis in US patients with back pain: identifying providers involved and factors associated with rheumatology referral delay. Clin Rheumatol. 2016 Jul;35(7):1769-76. doi: 10.1007/s10067-016-3231-z. Epub 2016 Mar 18.
  2. Cornelson SM, Beavers D, Harvey A, Hogarth W, Kettner NW. Chiropractic Care in the Management of Inactive Ankylosing Spondylitis: A Case Series. J Chiropr Med. 2017 Dec;16(4):300-307. doi: 10.1016/j.jcm.2017.10.002. Epub 2017 Dec 7.

References for Healthy News - October 2018

  1. Williams A, Kamper SJ, Wiggers JH, O'Brien KM, Lee H, Wolfenden L, Yoong SL, Robson E, McAuley JH, Hartvigsen J, Williams CM. Musculoskeletal conditions may increase the risk of chronic disease: a systematic review and meta-analysis of cohort studies. BMC Med. 2018 Sep 25;16(1):167. doi: 10.1186/s12916-018-1151-2.
  2. Patel KK, Mejia Munne JC, Gunness VRN, Hersey D, Alshafai N, Sciubba D, Nasser R, Gimbel D, Cheng J, Nouri A. Subacute Combined Degeneration Of The Spinal Cord Following Nitrous Oxide Anesthesia: A Systematic Review Of Cases. Clin Neurol Neurosurg 2018;173:163-168
  3. Mauro GL, Martorana U, Cataldo P, Brancato G, Letizia G. Vitamin B12 in low back pain: a randomised, double-blind, placebo-controlled study. Eur Rev Med Pharmacol Sci. 2000 May-Jun;4(3):53-8.

References for NUTRITION: Calcium Plus Vitamin D Reduces the Risk of Falls for Many

  1. Tatum PE, Talebreza S, Ross JS. Geriatric Assessment: An Office-Based Approach. Am Fam Physician. 2018 Jun 15;97(12):776-784.
  2. Esquivel MK1. Nutritional Assessment and Intervention to Prevent and Treat Malnutrition for Fall Risk Reduction in Elderly Populations. Am J Lifestyle Med. 2017 Nov 28;12(2):107-112. doi: 10.1177/1559827617742847. eCollection 2018 Mar-Apr.
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References for EXERCISE: Ashburn Exercise Therapy Equals Surgery for Lumbar Spinal Stenosis
  1. Mo Z, Zhang R, Chang M, Tang S: Exercise Therapy Versus Surgery For Lumbar Spinal Stenosis: A Systematic Review And Meta-Analysis. Pak J Med Sci 2018;34(4):879-885
  2. Tsubosaka M, Kaneyama S, Yano T, Kasahara K, Kanemura A, Takabatake M, Hirata H, Sumi M: The factors of deterioration in long-term clinical course of lumbar spinal canal stenosis after successful conservative treatment. J Orthop Surg Res. 2018; 13: 239.
  3. Bove AM, Lynch AD, Ammendolia C, Schneider M: Patients' experience with nonsurgical treatment for lumbar spinal stenosis: a qualitative study. Spine J. 2018 Apr;18(4):639-647. doi: 10.1016/j.spinee.2017.08.254. Epub 2017 Sep 21.
  4. Clijsters M, Fronzoni F, Jenkins H: Chiropractic treatment approaches for spinal musculoskeletal conditions: a cross-sectional survey. Chiropr Man Therap. 2014 Oct 1;22(1):33. doi: 10.1186/s12998-014-0033-8. eCollection 2014.

References for FEATURE: Ashburn Chronic Pain Relief with Ashburn Chiropractic

  1. Hays RD, Spritzer KL, Sherbourne CD, Ryan GW, Coulter ID. Group and Individual-level Change on Health-related Quality of Life in Chiropractic Patients with Chronic Low Back or Neck Pain. Spine (Phila Pa 1976). 2018 Oct 11. doi: 10.1097/BRS.0000000000002902. [Epub ahead of print]
  2. Mann DJ, Mattox R. Chiropractic Management of a Patient With Chronic Pain in a Federally Qualified Health Center: A Case Report. J Chiropr Med. 2018 Jun;17(2):117-120. doi: 10.1016/j.jcm.2017.12.002. Epub 2018 Jun 14.
  3. Eklund A, Jensen I, Lohela-Karlsson M, Hagberg J, Leboeuf-Yde C, Kongsted A, Bodin L, Axén I. The Nordic Maintenance Care program: Effectiveness of chiropractic maintenance care versus symptom-guided treatment for recurrent and persistent low back pain-A pragmatic randomized controlled trial. PLoS One. 2018 Sep 12;13(9):e0203029. doi: 10.1371/journal.pone.0203029. eCollection 2018.

References for SPINE: MRI for Ashburn Stenosis: Curiosity vs. Need

  1. Marawar SV, Madom IA, Palumbo M, Tallarico RA, Ordway NR, Metkar U, Wang D, Green A, Lavelle WF. Surgeon Reliability for the Assessment of Lumbar Spinal Stenosis on MRI: The Impact of Surgeon Experience. Int J Spine Surg. 2017 Dec 5;11:34. doi: 10.14444/4034. eCollection 2017.
  2. Barzouhi AE, Verwoerd AJ, Peul WC, Verhagen AP, Lycklama À Nijeholt GJ, Van der Kallen BF, Koes BW, Vleggeert-Lankamp CL: Leiden–The Hague Spine Intervention Prognostic Study Group. Prognostic Value Of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Findings In Patients With Sciatica. J Neurosurg Spine 2016:1-8 [Epub ahead of print]
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References for NUTRITION: Avoid a S.A.D. Diet to Avoid Inflammation and Pain

 

  1. Totsch SK, Meir RY, Quinn TL, Lopez SA, Gower BA, Sorge RE. Effects of a Standard American Diet and an anti-inflammatory diet in male and female mice. Eur J Pain. 2018 Aug;22(7):1203-1213. doi: 10.1002/ejp.1207. Epub 2018 Mar 2.
  2. Rondanelli M, Faliva MA, Miccono A, Naso M, Nichetti M, Riva A, Guerriero F, De Gregori M, Peroni G, Perna S. Food pyramid for subjects with chronic pain: foods and dietary constituents as anti-inflammatory and antioxidant agents. Nutr Res Rev. 2018 Jun;31(1):131-151. doi: 10.1017/S0954422417000270. Epub 2018 Apr 22.
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References for EXERCISE: Ashburn Chiropractic for Balance Issues & Fall Prevention

  1. Orakifar N, Shaterzadeh-Yazdi MJ, Salehi R, Mehravar M, Namnik N. Muscle activity pattern dysfunction during sit to stand and stand to sit in the movement system impairment subgroups of low back pain. Arch Phys Med Rehabil. 2018 Oct 10. pii: S0003-9993(18)31373-X. doi: 10.1016/j.apmr.2018.08.190. [Epub ahead of print]
  2. Yodchaisarn W, Puntumetakul R, Emasithi A, Boucaut R, Chatchawan U. Altered postural sway during quiet standing in women with clinical lumbar instability. J Phys Ther Sci. 2018 Aug;30(8):1099-1102. doi: 10.1589/jpts.30.1099. Epub 2018 Aug 7.
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  4. D'cruz D, Clark M, Cade A, Glucina T, Pritchard K, Fox M. Analysis of the chief complaints of older patients seeking chiropractic care at a teaching clinic and potential implications for clinical education. J Chiropr Educ. 2018 Oct;32(2):141-144. doi: 10.7899/JCE-17-25. Epub 2018 Aug 1.
  5. Hosseinifar M, Akbari A, Mahdavi M, Rahmati M. Comparison of balance and stabilizing trainings on balance indices in patients suffering from nonspecific chronic low back pain. J Adv Pharm Technol Res. 2018 Apr-Jun;9(2):44-50. doi: 10.4103/japtr.JAPTR_130_18.

References for Healthy News - November 2018

  1. Moore C, Leaver A, Sibbritt D, Adams J. The management of common recurrent headaches by chiropractors: a descriptive analysis of a nationally representative survey. BMC Neurol. 2018 Oct 17;18(1):171. doi: 10.1186/s12883-018-1173-6.
  2. Haas M, Bronfort G, Evans R, Schulz C, Vavrek D, Takaki L, Hanson L, Leininger B, Neradilek MB. Dose-response and efficacy of spinal manipulation for care of cervicogenic headache: a dual-center randomized controlled trial. Spine J. 2018 Feb 23. pii: S1529-9430(18)30077-9. doi: 10.1016/j.spinee.2018.02.019. [Epub ahead of print]
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References for FEATURE: Ashburn Walking 90 minutes a Week Benefits Back Pain Relief

  1. Park, SM, Kim, HJ, Jeong, H et al. Longer Sitting Time And Low Physical Activity Are Closely Associated With Chronic Low Back Pain In Population Over 50 Years Of Age: A Cross-Sectional Study Using The Sixth Korea National Health And Nutrition Examination Survey. Spine J. 2018;. In press
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  3. Park SM, Kim GU, Kim HJ, Kim H, Chang BS, Lee CK, Yeom JS. Walking more than 90 minutes/week was associated with a lower risk of self-reported low back pain in persons over 50 years of age: A cross-sectional study using the Korean National Health and Nutrition Examination Surveys. Spine J. 2018 Nov 15. pii: S1529-9430(18)31226-9. doi: 10.1016/j.spinee.2018.11.007. [Epub ahead of print]
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References for SPINE: Ashburn Pregnancy Effects on Mothers’ Spines

  1. Weis CA, Barrett J, Tavares P, Draper C, Ngo K, Leung J, Huynh T, Landsman V. Prevalence of Low Back Pain, Pelvic Girdle Pain, and Combination Pain in a Pregnant Ontario Population. J Obstet Gynaecol Can. 2018 Aug;40(8):1038-1043. doi: 10.1016/j.jogc.2017.10.032.
  2. We JS, Han K, Kwon HS, Kil K. Effect of Childbirth Age on Bone Mineral Density in Postmenopausal Women. J Korean Med Sci. 2018 Nov 9;33(48):e311. doi: 10.3346/jkms.2018.33.e311. eCollection 2018 Nov 26.
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References for Healthy News – December 2018

  1. Keeney BJ, Fulton-Kehoe D, Turner JA, Wickizer TM, Chan KC, Franklin GM. Early Predictors Of Lumbar Spine Surgery After Occupational Back Injury: Results From A Prospective Study Of Workers In Washington State. Spine (Phila Pa 1976) 2013;38(11):953-64
  2. Chu ECP, Ng M. Long-term relief from tension-type headache and major depression following chiropractic treatment. J Family Med Prim Care. 2018 May-Jun;7(3):629-631. doi: 10.4103/jfmpc.jfmpc_68_18.
  3. Finley CR, Chan DS, Garrison S, Korownyk C, Kolber MR, Campbell S, Eurich DT, Lindblad AJ, Vandermeer B, Allan GM. What are the most common conditions in primary care? Systematic review. Can Fam Physician. 2018 Nov;64(11):832-840.
  4. Bilal J, Berlinberg A, Trost J, Riaz IB, Bhattacharjee S: The Influence of Depression on Health Care Expenditures Among Adults with Spondylosis, Intervertebral Disc Disorders, and Other Back Problems in the United States. Pain Med 2018 [Epub ahead of print]
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References for NUTRITION: Vitamin Deficiencies Linked to Fractures in Women

  1. Kuroda T, Uenishi K, Ohta H, Shiraki M. Multiple vitamin deficiencies additively increase the risk of incident fractures in Japanese postmenopausal women. Osteoporos Int. 2018 Nov 27. doi: 10.1007/s00198-018-4784-2. [Epub ahead of print]
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References for EXERCISE: Exercise to Prevent Ashburn Back Pain

  1. Mazloum V, Sahebozamani M, Barati A, Nakhaee N, Rabiei P: The Effects Of Selective Pilates Versus Extension-Based Exercises On Rehabilitation Of Low Back Pain. J Bodyw Mov Ther 2018;22(4):999-1003
  2. Franco YR, Franco KF, Silva LA, Silva MO, Rodrigues MN, Liebano RE, Cabral CM: Does the use of interferential current prior to pilates exercises accelerate improvement of chronic nonspecific low back pain? Pain Manag. 2018 Nov 5. doi: 10.2217/pmt-2018-0034. [Epub ahead of print]
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  4. Borys C, Nodop S, Anders C, Tutzschke R, Scholle HC, Thomas A, Altmann U, Strauss B: Interpersonal problem behavior and low back pain. PLoS One. 2018 Nov 15;13(11):e0207173. doi: 10.1371/journal.pone.0207173. eCollection 2018.
  5. Keeney BJ, Fulton-Kehoe D, Turner JA, Wickizer TM, Chan KC, Franklin GM: Early Predictors Of Lumbar Spine Surgery After Occupational Back Injury: Results From A Prospective Study Of Workers In Washington State. Spine (Phila Pa 1976) 2013;38(11):953-64

References for FEATURE: Factors that Play a Role in Ashburn Chiropractic Relief of Back, Arm and Leg Pain

  1. Koch C, Hänsel F. Chronic Non-specific Low Back Pain and Motor Control During Gait. Front Psychol. 2018 Nov 23;9:2236. doi: 10.3389/fpsyg.2018.02236. eCollection 2018.
  2. Chen YY, Kao TW, Wang CC, Chen YJ, Wu CJ, Chen WL. Exploring the link between metabolic syndrome and risk of dysmobility syndrome in elderly population. PLoS One. 2018 Dec 11;13(12):e0207608. doi: 10.1371/journal.pone.0207608. eCollection 2018.
  3. Yoshimoto T, Ochiai H, Shirasawa T, Nagahama S, Kobayashi M, Minoura A, Miki A, Chen Y, Hoshino H, Kokaze A. Association between serum lipids and low back pain among a middle-aged Japanese population: a large-scale cross-sectional study. Lipids Health Dis. 2018 Nov 24;17(1):266. doi: 10.1186/s12944-018-0907-1.
  4. Rodríguez-Romero B, Bello O, Vivas Costa J Carballo-Costa L. A therapeutic exercise program improves pain and physical dimension of health-related quality of life in young adults. A Randomized Controlled Trial. Am J Phys Med Rehabil. 2018 Dec 6. doi: 10.1097/PHM.0000000000001107. [Epub ahead of print]
  5. Ito T, Sakai Y, Morita Y, Yamazaki K, Igarashi K, Nishio R, Sato N. Proprioceptive Weighting Ratio for Balance Control in Static Standing Is Reduced in Elderly Patients With Non–Specific Low Back Pain. Spine 2018; 43(24):1704-1709
  6. Park SM, Kim GU, Kim HJ, Kim H, Chang BS, Lee CK, Yeom JS. Low handgrip strength is closely associated with chronic low back pain among women aged 50 years or older: A cross-sectional study using a national health survey. PLoS One. 2018 Nov 26;13(11):e0207759. doi: 10.1371/journal.pone.0207759. eCollection 2018.
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References for SPINE: What Is A Healthy Intervertebral Disc Of The Ashburn Spine?

  1. Yang B, O'Connell GD. GAG content, fiber stiffness, and fiber angle affect swelling-based residual stress in the intact annulus fibrosus. Biomech Model Mechanobiol. 2018 Dec 10. doi: 10.1007/s10237-018-1105-9. [Epub ahead of print]
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References for NUTRITION: Mediterranean Diet Good for Ashburn Knee Pain & Life Quality

  1. Morales-Ivorra I, Romera-Baures M, Roman-Viñas B, Serra-Majem L. Osteoarthritis and the Mediterranean Diet: A Systematic Review. Nutrients. 2018 Aug 7;10(8). pii: E1030. doi: 10.3390/nu10081030.
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References for Healthy News – January 2019

  1. Koch C, Hänsel F: Chronic Non-specific Low Back Pain and Motor Control During Gait. Front Psychol 2018;9:2236
  2. Schneider MJ, Ammendolia C, Murphy DR, Glick RM, Hile E, Tudorascu DL, Morton S, Smith C, Patterson C, Piva S: Comparative Clinical Effectiveness of Nonsurgical Treatment Methods in Patients With Lumbar Spinal Stenosis: A Randomized Clinical Trial. JAMA Netw Open. 2019;2(1):e186828. doi:10.1001/jamanetworkopen.2018.6828
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  4. Rodríguez-Romero B, Bello O, Vivas Costa J, Carballo-Costa L: A Therapeutic Exercise Program Improves Pain And Physical Dimension Of Health-Related Quality Of Life In Young Adults. A Randomized Controlled Trial. Am J Phys Med Rehabil 2018 [Epub ahead of print]

References for EXERCISE: Ashburn Ladies: How’s Your Handgrip Strength?

  1. Santos PHS, Carmo ÉA, Carneiro JAO, Nery AA, Casotti CA. Handgrip strength: An effective screening instrument for anemia in the elderly women. Public Health Nurs. 2019 Jan 9. doi: 10.1111/phn.12579. [Epub ahead of print]
  2. Kang SY, Lim J, Park HS. Relationship between low handgrip strength and quality of life in Korean men and women. Qual Life Res. 2018 Jun 19. doi: 10.1007/s11136-018-1920-6. [Epub ahead of print]
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  4. Park SM, Kim GU, Kim HJ, Kim H, Chang BS, Lee CK, Yeom JS: Low Handgrip Strength Is Closely Associated With Chronic Low Back Pain Among Women Aged 50 Years Or Older: A Cross-Sectional Study Using A National Health Survey. PLoS One. 2018 Nov 26;13(11):e0207759. doi: 10.1371/journal.pone.0207759. eCollection 2018.

References for FEATURE: Making the Decision for Ashburn Back Surgery for Disc Herniation

  1. Gastaldi R, Durand M, Roustit M, Zulian M, Monteiro I, Juvin R, Gaudin P, Baillet A. Short-term Efficiency and Tolerance of Ketoprofen and Methylprednisolone in Acute Sciatica: A Randomized Trial. Pain Med. 2018 Dec 21. doi: 10.1093/pm/pny252. [Epub ahead of print]
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References for SPINE: Ashburn Scoliosis Considerations

  1. Tobias JH, Fairbank J, Harding I, Taylor HJ, Clark EM. Association between physical activity and scoliosis: a prospective cohort study. Int J Epidemiol. 2018 Dec 6. doi: 10.1093/ije/dyy268. [Epub ahead of print]
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References for NUTRITION: Melatonin and Light Therapy for Disc Degeneration

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References for EXERCISE: Ashburn Chiropractic Reduces Kinesiophobia

  1. Comachio J1, Magalhães MO2, Campos Carvalho E Silva APM, Marques AP. A cross-sectional study of associations between kinesiophobia, pain, disability, and quality of life in patients with chronic low back pain. Adv Rheumatol. 2018 Jun 22;58(1):8. doi: 10.1186/s42358-018-0011-2.
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References for Healthy News – February 2019

  1. Mousavi SJ, van Dieën JH, Anderson DE: Low Back Pain: Moving Toward Mechanism-Based Management. Clin Biomech (Bristol, Avon) 2018;61:190-191
  2. Goertz CM, Long CR, Vining RD, Pohlman KA, Walter J, Coulter I: Effect of Usual Medical Care Plus Chiropractic Care vs Usual Medical Care Alone on Pain and Disability Among US Service Members With Low Back Pain: A Comparative Effectiveness Clinical Trial. JAMA Netw Open 2018;1(1):e180105
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References for FEATURE: Have no Fear, Ashburn Chiropractic Care is Here

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References for SPINE: Ashburn Chiropractic Spine Connections

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REFERENCES FOR NUTRITION: Ashburn Chiropractic Care of the Gut

  1. Steves CJ, Bird S, Williams FM, Spector TD. The Microbiome and Musculoskeletal Conditions of Aging: A Review of Evidence for Impact and Potential Therapeutics. J Bone Miner Res. 2016 Feb;31(2):261-9. doi: 10.1002/jbmr.2765.
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References for EXERCISE: Try Chiropractic & Exercise Before Back Surgery

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References for Healthy News - March 2019

  1. Hanne A, Manniche C: The Efficacy of Systematic Active Conservative Treatment for Patients With Severe Sciatica: A Single-Blind, Randomized, Clinical, Controlled Trial. Spine 2012;37(7):531–542.
  2. Yuen E, Olney R, So Y: Sciatic neuropathy: clinical and prognostic features in 73 patients. Neurology 1994;44(9):1669-74.
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References for FEATURE: Chiropractic Treats Patients Not MRIs

  1. Shim DM, Kim TG, Koo JS, Kwon YH, Kim CS. Is It Radiculopathy or Referred Pain? Buttock Pain in Spinal Stenosis Patients. Clin Orthop Surg. 2019 Mar;11(1):89-94. doi: 10.4055/cios.2019.11.1.89. Epub 2019 Feb 18.
  2. Schneider M, Ammendolia C, Murphy D, Glick , Hile E, Tudurascu D, Morton S, Smith C Patterson C, Piva S: Comparative Clinical Effectiveness of Nonsurgical Treatment Methods in Patients With Lumbar Spinal Stenosis: A Randomized Clinical Trial. JAMA Netw Open. 2019;2(1):e186828. doi:10.1001/jamanetworkopen.2018.6828
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References for SPINE: Ashburn Chiropractic Helps Disc Herniations

  1. Yang B, Lu Y, Um C, O'Connell G. Relative Nucleus Pulposus Area and Position Alters Disc Joint Mechanics. J Biomech Eng. 2019 Mar 5. doi: 10.1115/1.4043029. [Epub ahead of print]
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References for NUTRITION: Why Chondroitin Sulfate is Good for the Disc?

  1. Boxberger JI, Sen S, Yerramalli CS, Elliott DM: Nucleus pulposus glycosaminoglycan content is correlated with axial mechanics in rat lumbar motion segments. Journal of Orthopedic Research 2006; 24 (9):1906-1915
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References for EXERCISE: Exercise for Job-Related Pain in the Neck

 

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References for Healthy News – April 2019

  1. Sharma H, Lee s, Cole A: The management of weakness caused by lumbar and lumbosacral nerve root compression. J Bone Joint Surg Br 2012;94-B:1442–7
  2. Daffner, SD; Hymanson, HJ; Wang, JC. Cost and use of conservative management of lumbar disc herniation before surgical discectomy. SPINE JOURNAL 10 (6). JUN 2010. p.463-468
  3. Choi HK, Kim GJ, Yoo HS, Song DH, Chung KH, Lee KJ, Koo YT, An JH: Vitamin C Activates Osteoblastogenesis and Inhibits Osteoclastogenesis via Wnt/β-Catenin/ATF4 Signaling Pathways. Nutrients 2019;11(3)
  4. Deyhim F, Strong K, Deyhim N, Vandyousefi S, Stamatikos A, Faraji B: Vitamin C Reverses Bone Loss In An Osteopenic Rat Model Of Osteoporosis. Int J Vitam Nutr Res 2019:1-8 [Epub ahead of print]

References for FEATURE: Realistic Expectations for Ashburn Back Pain Relief

  1. Konstantinou K, Dunn KM, Ogollah R, Lewis M, van der Windt D, Hay EM; ATLAS study team. Prognosis of sciatica and back-related leg pain in primary care: the ATLAS cohort. Spine J. 2017 Nov 21. pii: S1529-9430(17)31148-8. doi: 10.1016/j.spinee.2017.10.071. [Epub ahead of print]
  2. Olsen M, Tendal B, Hilden J, Hrobiartsson A: Minimum clinically important differences in chronic pain vary considerably by baseline pain and methodological factors: systematic review of empirical studies. Journal of Clinical Epidemiology. September 2018; Volume 101, Pages 87–106.e2 DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jclinepi.2018.05.007
  3. Cornelson S, Johnnie E, Kettner N: Neural Mobilization in a 54-Year-Old Woman With Postoperative Spinal Adhesive Arachnoiditis. Journal of Chiropractic Medicine December 2018;17(4):283-288
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  5. Schneider M, Ammendolia C, Murphy D, Glick R, Hile E, Tudorascu D, Morton S, Smith C, Patterson C, Piva S: Comparative Clinical Effectiveness of Nonsurgical Treatment Methods in Patients With Lumbar Spinal Stenosis: A Randomized Clinical Trial. JAMA Netw Open. 2019;2(1):e186828. doi:10.1001/jamanetworkopen.2018.6828
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References for SPINE: Ashburn Ankylosing Spondylitis

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REFERENCES for NUTRITION: Tart Cherries for Bone Health and Bone Loss and OA Prevention

  1. Messina OD, Vidal Wilman M, Vidal Neira LF. Nutrition, osteoarthritis and cartilage metabolism. Aging Clin Exp Res. 2019 Apr 13. doi: 10.1007/s40520-019-01191-w. [Epub ahead of print]
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References for EXERCISE: Exercise! It Prevents Back Pain.

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References for FEATURE: Cox® Technic is Around the World…and in Ashburn

  1. Carrasco-Martíneza F, Ibáñez-Verab AJ, Martínez-Amat A, Hita-Contreras F, Lomas-Vega R: Short-Term Effectiveness Of The Flexion-Distraction Technique In Comparison With High-Velocity Vertebral Manipulation In Patients Suffering From Low-Back Pain. Complementary Therapies in Medicine 2019;44:61-67
  2. Konstantinou K, Dunn KM, Ogollah R, Lewis M, van der Windt D, Hay EM; ATLAS Study Team. Prognosis of sciatica and back-related leg pain in primary care: the ATLAS cohort. Spine J. 2018 Jun;18(6):1030-1040. doi: 10.1016/j.spinee.2017.10.071. Epub 2017 Nov 21.
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References for SPINE: Can Chiropractic help Ashburn Neck Pain after a Car Accident? Yes.

  1. Bunketorp L, Stener-Victorin E, Carlsson J. Neck pain and disability following motor vehicle accidents--a cohort study. Eur Spine J. 2005 Feb;14(1):84-9. Epub 2004 Jul 6.
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References for Healthy News – May 2019

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References for NUTRITION: What is Degenerative Disc Disease? How does Nutrition Help?

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References for EXERCISE: Ashburn Chiropractic Care Plus Walking Ease Back Pain

  1. Park SM, Kim GU, Kim HJ, Kim H, Chang BS, Lee CK, Yeom J. Walking more than 90minutes/week was associated with a lower risk of self-reported low back pain in persons over 50years of age: a cross-sectional study using the Korean National Health and Nutrition Examination Surveys. Spine J. 2019 May;19(5):846-852. doi: 10.1016/j.spinee.2018.11.007. Epub 2018 Nov 15.
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References for FEATURE: Thoracic Spine Herniation and Chiropractic Care

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REFERENCES for SPINE: Thoracic Adjusting Eases Cervical Spine Pain

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  3. Young IA, Pozzi F, Dunning J, Linkonis R, Michener LA: Immediate and Short-Term Effects of Thoracic Spine Manipulation in Patients With Cervical Radiculopathy: A Randomized Controlled Trial. J Orthop Sports Phys Ther. 2019 Apr 25:1-36. doi: 10.2519/jospt.2019.8150. [Epub ahead of print]

References for Healthy News – June 2019

  1. Eklund A, De Carvalho D, Pagé I, Wong A, Johansson, Pohlman K, Hartvigsen J, Swain M: Expectations Influence Treatment Outcomes In Patients With Low Back Pain. A Secondary Analysis Of Data From A Randomized Clinical Trial. Eur J Pain 2019 [Epub ahead of print]
  2. Gedin F, Dansk V, Egmar AC, Sundberg T, Burström K: Patient-Reported Improvements Of Pain, Disability, And Health-Related Quality Of Life Following Chiropractic Care For Back Pain - A National Observational Study In Sweden. J Bodyw Mov Ther 2019;23(2):241-246
  3. O'Neill SFD, Konner MB, Fejer R, Vesterager SV: Establishing A Residency Program For A Chiropractic Specialty In A Public Hospital System: Experiences From Denmark. J Chiropr Educ 2019 [Epub ahead of print]
  4. Weaver CM, Bischoff-Ferrari HA, Shanahan CJ: Cost-Benefit Analysis Of Calcium And Vitamin D Supplements. Arch Osteoporos 2019;14(1):50

REFERENCES FOR NUTRITION: How Could Fractures be Prevented? Calcium & Vitamin D

  1. Weaver CM, Bischoff-Ferrari HA, Shanahan CJ: Cost-Benefit Analysis Of Calcium And Vitamin D Supplements. Arch Osteoporos 2019;14(1):50
  2. Cesareo R, Falchetti A, Attanasio R, Tabacco G, Naciu AM, Palermo A: Hypovitaminosis D: Is It Time to Consider the Use of Calcifediol? Nutrients 2019;11(5), 1016; https://doi.org/10.3390/nu11051016

References for EXERCISE: Exercise Your Way to Boost Back Pain Relief Satisfaction

  1. Schulz C, Evans R, Maiers M, Schulz K, Leininger B, Bronfort G. Spinal manipulative therapy and exercise for older adults with chronic low back pain: a randomized clinical trial. Chiropr Man Therap. 2019 May 15;27:21. doi: 10.1186/s12998-019-0243-1. eCollection 2019.
  2. de Oliveira NTB, Ricci NA, Dos Santos Franco YR, Salvador EMES, Almeida ICB, Cabral CMN. Effectiveness of the Pilates method versus aerobic exercises in the treatment of older adults with chronic low back pain: a randomized controlled trial protocol. BMC Musculoskelet Disord. 2019 May 24;20(1):250. doi: 10.1186/s12891-019-2642-9.

References for FEATURE: Ashburn Back Pain Sufferers’ Choice: Back Surgery or Not

  1. Greene J: Health Insurers Look For Ways To Cut Costs With Back Surgery. Crain’s Detroit Business. August 26, 2018 12:19 AM. Sourced on 6/27/19.
  2. Batra N, Betts D, Davis S. Forces Of Change: The Future Of Health. Deloitte News 2019. April 20, 2019. Sourced on June 27, 2019.
  3. Traeger AC, Buchbinder R, Elshaug AG, Croft PR, Maher CG: Care For Low Back Pain: Can Health Systems Deliver? Bull World Health Organ 2019;97(6):423-433
  4. Carey K, Ameli O, Garrity B, Rothendler J, Cabral H, McDonough C, Stein M, Saper R, Kazis L: Health Insurance Design And Conservative Therapy For Low Back Pain. Am J Manag Care 2019;25(6):e182-e187
  5. Adogwa O, Daviso M, Vuong C et al: Long-Term Costs of Maximum Non-operative Treatments in Patients With Symptomatic Lumbar Stenosis or Spondylolisthesis that Ultimately Required Surgery. A 5-Year Cost Analysis. Spine 2019;44(6):424-430
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References for SPINE: Ashburn Leg Length Inequality and Back, Hip & Knee Pain

  1. Gordon JE, Davis LE. Leg Length Discrepancy: The Natural History (And What Do We Really Know). J Pediatr Orthop. 2019 Jul;39(Issue 6, Supplement 1 Suppl 1):S10-S13. doi: 10.1097/BPO.0000000000001396.
  2. Fazreena Othman N, Salleh Basaruddin K, Hanafi Mat Som M, Shukry Abdul Majid M, Razak Sulaiman A. The effect of leg length inequality on joint contact forces of lower limbs during walking. Acta Bioeng Biomech. 2019;21(1):55-62.

References for Healthy News – July 2019

  1. Carrasco-Martínez F, Ibáñez-Vera AJ, Martínez-Amat A, Hita-Contreras F, Lomas-Vega R: Short-Term Effectiveness Of The Flexion-Distraction Technique In Comparison With High-Velocity Vertebral Manipulation In Patients Suffering From Low-Back Pain. Complement Ther Med 2019;44:61-67
  2. McNulty H, Ward M, Hoey L, Hughes CF, Pentieva K: Addressing Optimal Folate And Related B-Vitamin Status Through The Lifecycle: Health Impacts And Challenges. Proc Nutr Soc 2019:1-14 [Epub ahead of print]

References for NUTRITION: Importance of B Vitamins Through Life

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References for EXERCISE: Paraspinal Muscles Matter!

  1. Bailey J, Fields A, Ballatori A, Cohen D, Jain D, Coughlin D, Oneill C, McCormick Z, Han M, Krug R, Demi-Deviren S, Lotz J: The Relationship Between Endplate Pathology and Patient-reported Symptoms for Chronic Low Back Pain Depends on Lumbar Paraspinal Muscle Quality. Spine: July 15, 2019; 44(14):1010-1017
  2. Berry DB, Padwal J, Johnson S, Englund EK, Ward SR, Shahidi B: The Effect Of High-Intensity Resistance Exercise On Lumbar Musculature In Patients With Low Back Pain: A Preliminary Study. BMC Musculoskelet Disord 2019;20(1):290
  3. Burkhart K, Allaire B, Bouxsein ML: Negative Effects of Long-duration Spaceflight on Paraspinal Muscle Morphology. Spine 2019;44(12):879-886

Reference for FEATURE: Work-Related Stress and Ashburn Back Pain

  1. Mei Q, Li C, Yin Y, Wang Q, Wang Q, Deng G. The Relationship Between The Psychological Stress Of Adolescents In School And The Prevalence Of Chronic Low Back Pain: A Cross-Sectional Study In China. Child Adolesc Psychiatry Ment Health 2019;13:24
  2. Soteriades ES, Psalta L, Leka S, Spanoudis G. Occupational stress and musculoskeletal symptoms in firefighters. Int J Occup Med Environ Health. 2019 Jun 14;32(3):341-352. doi: 10.13075/ijomeh.1896.01268. Epub 2019 Mar 29.
  3. Bulduk EÖ. Work-related stress levels and musculoskeletal disorders among municipal solid waste collectors in Ankara. Work. 2019;63(3):427-433. doi: 10.3233/WOR-192949.
  4. Yoshimoto T, Oka H, Fujii T, Kawamata K, Kokaze A, Koyama Y, Matsudaira K. Survey on chronic disabling low back pain among care workers at nursing care facilities: a multicenter collaborative cross-sectional study. J Pain Res. 2019 Mar 21;12:1025-1032. doi: 10.2147/JPR.S188125. eCollection 2019.
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References for SPINE: Ashburn Disc Disease in 20 year olds! Regeneration Possible.

  1. Romeo V, Covello M, Salvatore E, Chiara A et al: High Prevalence of Spinal Magnetic Resonance Imaging Findings in Asymptomatic Young Adults (18–22 Yrs) Candidate to Air Force Flight. Spine: June 15, 2019;44(12):872-878
  2. Theodore N, Ahmen AK, Fulton T, Mousses S, Yoo C et al: Genetic Predisposition to Symptomatic Lumbar Disk Herniation in Pediatric and Young Adult Patients. Spine: June 1, 2019;44(11):E640-E649.
  3. Che YJ, Guo JB, Liang T, Chen X, Zhang W, Yang HL: Controlled immobilization-traction based on intervertebral stability is conducive to the regeneration or repair of the degenerative disc: an in vivo study on the rat coccygeal model. Spine Journal- May 2019; 19(5): 920–930 DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.spinee.2018.10.018
  4. Gudavalli RM Chapter 6 in Cox JM: Low Back Pain: Mechanism, Diagnosis, Treatment, 7th edition, Philadelphia: Wolter Kluwers Lippincott Williams and Wilkins, 2011.
  5. Gudavalli R, Potluri T, Caranandang G, Havey R, Vornov L, Cox J, Rowell R, Kruse R, Joachim G, Patwardhan A, Henderson C, Goertz C: Intradiscal Pressure Changes during Manual Cervical Distraction: A Cadaveric Study. Evidence-Based Complementary and Alternative Medicine Volume 2013 (2013), Article ID 954134

References for HEALTHY NEWS – AUGUST 2019

  1. Teodorczyk-Injeyan JA, Triano JJ, Injeyan HS: Non-specific Low Back Pain: Inflammatory Profiles of Patients with Acute and Chronic Pain. Clin J Pain 2019 [Epub ahead of print]
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  3. Menghini L, Recinella L, Leone S, Chiavaroli A, Cicala C, Brunetti L, Vladimir-Kneevi S, Orlando G, Ferrante C: Devil's Claw (Harpagophytum Procumbens) And Chronic Inflammatory Diseases: A Concise Overview On Preclinical And Clinical Data. Phytother Res 2019 [Epub ahead of print]
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References for NUTRITION: Nutrition in Ashburn Chiropractic Care: Osteoporosis & Osteoarthritis

  1. Messina OD, Vidal Wilman M, Vidal Neira LF. Nutrition, osteoarthritis and cartilage metabolism. Aging Clin Exp Res. 2019 Jun;31(6):807-813. doi: 10.1007/s40520-019-01191-w. Epub 2019 Apr 13.
  2. Lindsey RC, Cheng S, Mohan S. Vitamin C effects on 5-hydroxymethylcytosine and gene expression in osteoblasts and chondrocytes: Potential involvement of PHD2. PLoS One. 2019 Aug 7;14(8):e0220653. doi: 10.1371/journal.pone.0220653. eCollection 2019.
  3. Shavlovskaya OA, Kuznetsov SL. [Chondroitin sulfate injection in neurological practice]. Zh Nevrol Psikhiatr Im S S Korsakova. 2019;119(5):126-133. doi: 10.17116/jnevro2019119051126.
  4. Rodríguez-Rodríguez E, Aparicio Vizuete A, Sánchez-Rodríguez P, Lorenzo Mora AM, López-Sobaler AM2, Ortega RM. [Vitamin D deficiency in Spanish population. Importance of egg on nutritional improvement]. Nutr Hosp. 2019 Jul 26. doi: 10.20960/nh.02798. [Epub ahead of print]
  5. Aguilar Del Rey J, Jódar Gimeno E, Brañas Baztán F, Gómez Alonso C, González Lama Y, Malouf Sierra J6, Borrego RS, Segura de la Morena J, Suárez Pérez JA, Valdés Y Llorca C. Is vitamin-D supplementation not useful in patients at risk of fractures and falls? Gynecol Endocrinol. 2019 Aug 7:1-3. doi: 10.1080/09513590.2019.1650346. [Epub ahead of print]

References for EXERCISE: Exercise for Post-Menopausal Women with Vertebral Fractures & Ashburn Back Pain Sufferers

  1. Çergel Y, Topuz O, Alkan H, Sarsan A, Sabir Akkoyunlu N. The effects of short-term back extensor strength training in postmenopausal osteoporotic women with vertebral fractures: comparison of supervised and home exercise program. Arch Osteoporos. 2019 Jul 27;14(1):82. doi: 10.1007/s11657-019-0632-z.
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 References for FEATURE: Back Pain Depression…Cox® Technic Decompression

  1. Hsu HC, Chang CJ, Tung HH, Wang TJ: Disability, Emotional Distress, And Well-Being Among Patients With Lumbar Spondylolisthesis. J Clin Nurs 2019 [Epub ahead of print]
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  3. Coupland CA, Hill T, Dening T, Morris R, Moore M, Hippisley-Cox J: Anticholinergic Drug Exposure and the Risk of Dementia: A Nested Case-Control Study. JAMA Intern Med 2019
  4. Chojnacka-Szawowska G, Kloc W, Zdun-Ryewska A, Basiski K, Majkowicz M, Leppert W, Kurlandt P, Libionka W. Impact of Different Illness Perceptions and Emotions Associated with Chronic Back Pain on Anxiety and Depression in Patients Qualified for Surgery. Pain Manag Nurs. 2019 May 15. pii: S1524-9042(18)30256-X. doi: 10.1016/j.pmn.2019.02.009. [Epub ahead of print]
  5. Teychenne M, Lamb KE, Main L, Miller C, Hahne A, Ford J, Rosenbaum S, Belavy D. General strength and conditioning versus motor control with manual therapy for improving depressive symptoms in chronic low back pain: A randomised feasibility trial. PLoS One. 2019 Aug 1;14(8):e0220442. doi: 10.1371/journal.pone.0220442. eCollection 2019.

References for SPINE: Don’t Panic Over Modic Changes on MRI

  1. Yufeng Chen, Huilin Yang, Lianfang Zhang, Yue Wang, and Jun Zou. Analyzing the Influence of Modic Changes on Patients with Lower Back Pain Undergoing Conservative Treatment. Pain Research and Management, vol. 2019, Article ID 8185316, 5 pages, 2019. https://doi.org/10.1155/2019/8185316.
  2. Chen L, Hu X, Zhang J, Battié MC, Lin X, Wang Y. Modic Changes in the Lumbar Spine are Common Aging-related Degenerative Findings that Parallel With Disk Degeneration. Clin Spine Surg. 2018 Aug;31(7):312-317. doi: 10.1097/BSD.0000000000000662.
  3. Wu J, Huang J, Battié MC, Wang Y. Lifestyle and lifetime occupational exposures may not play a role in the pathogenesis of Modic changes on the lumbar spine MR images. Spine J. 2019 Aug 20. pii: S1529-9430(19)30938-6. doi: 10.1016/j.spinee.2019.08.009. [Epub ahead of print]
  4. Udby PM, Bendix T, Ohrt-Nissen S, Lassen M, Sørensen J, Brorson S, Carreon L, Andersen M. Study Design: A comparative cohort study with 13-year follow-up. Modic Changes Are Not Associated With Long-term Pain and Disability: A Cohort Study With 13-year Follow-up. Spine (Phila Pa 1976). 2019 Sep 1;44(17):1186-1192. doi: 10.1097/BRS.0000000000003051.

References for HEALTHY NEWS – September 2019

  1. Ishimoto Y, Kawakami M, Curtis E, Cooper C, Harvey NC, Westbury L, Teraguchi M, Horie K, Nakagawa Y. The Impact of Lumbar Spinal Stenosis, Knee Osteoarthritis, and Loss of Lumbar Lordosis on the Quality of Life: Findings from the Katsuragi Low Back Pain Study. Spine Surg Relat Res. 2018 Aug 25;3(2):157-162. doi: 10.22603/ssrr.2018-0051. eCollection 2019 Apr 27.
  2. Uehara K, Akai M, Doi T, Oka H, Iwaya T. Relationship Between X-Ray Findings Of Lumbar Spondylosis And Knee Pain. BMC Musculoskelet Disord. 2019 Aug 17;20(1):379. doi: 10.1186/s12891-019-2755-1.
  3. Kesikburun B, Eksioglu E, Turan A, Adiguzel E, Kesikburun S, Cakci A: Spontaneous Regression Of Extruded Lumbar Disc Herniation: Correlation With Clinical Outcome. Pak J Med Sci 2019;35(4):974-980

References for NUTRITION: Migraine & Headache Help & Prevention: Diet, Vitamin D and Spinal Manipulation

  1. Ghorbani Z, Togha M, Rafiee P, Ahmadi ZS, Rasekh Magham R, Haghighi S, Razeghi Jahromi S, Mahmoudi M. Vitamin D in migraine headache: a comprehensive review on literature. Neurol Sci. 2019 Aug 3. doi: 10.1007/s10072-019-04021-z. [Epub ahead of print]
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References for EXERCISE: Lack of Ashburn Exercise Is Risk for Worsening of Pain

  1. Nikitin AS, Kamchatnov PR: The conservative treat ment of patients with degenerative lumbar stenosis. Zh Nevrol Psikhiatr Im S S Korsakova 2019;119(6):32-41
  2. Alhakami AM, Davis S, Qasheesh M, Shaphe A, Chahal A: Effects Of Mckenzie And Stabilization Exercises In Reducing Pain Intensity And Functional Disability In Individuals With Nonspecific Chronic Low Back Pain: A Systematic Review. J Phys Ther Sci. 2019;31(7):590-597
  3. Teychenne M, Lamb KE, Main L, Miller C, Hahne A, Ford J, Rosenbaum S, Belavy D: General Strength And Conditioning Versus Motor Control With Manual Therapy For Improving Depressive Symptoms In Chronic Low Back Pain: A Randomised Feasibility Trial. PLoS One 2019;14(8):e0220442

References for FEATURE: Ashburn Chiropractic Relief for Post-Fusion Adjacent Segment Disease

  1. Tobert DG, Antoci V, Patel SP, Saadat E, Bono CM. Adjacent Segment Disease in the Cervical and Lumbar Spine. Clin Spine Surg. 2017 Apr;30(3):94-101. doi: 10.1097/BSD.0000000000000442.
  2. Chin KR, Pencle FJR, Mustafa LM, Mustafa M, Quijada KA, Seale JA. Incidence of Fusion Across Total Disc Replacement With Heterotopic Ossification: Are Ball and Socket Disk Replacements Fusing With and Without Radiographic Evidence. Clin Spine Surg. 2019 Sep 4. doi: 10.1097/BSD.0000000000000866. [Epub ahead of print]
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REFERENCES FOR SPINE: Ashburn Back Pain in Athletes

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References for HEALTHY NEWS – October 2019

  1. Kazis LE, Ameli O, Rothendler J, Garrity B, Cabral H, McDonough C, Carey K, Stein M, Sanghavi D, Elton D, Fritz J, Saper R: Observational Retrospective Study Of The Association Of Initial Healthcare Provider For New-Onset Low Back Pain With Early And Long-Term Opioid Use. BMJ Open 2019;9(9):e028633
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References for NUTRITION: Chiropractic Care of Osteoarthritis, Cartilage, & Collagen

  1. Nagaoka I, Tsuruta A, Yoshimura M. Chondroprotective Action Of Glucosamine, A Chitosan Monomer, On The Joint Health Of Athletes. International Journal of Biological Macromolecules 2019;132:795-800
  2. Messina OD, Vidal Wilman M, Vidal Neira LF: Nutrition, Osteoarthritis And Cartilage Metabolism. Aging Clin Exp Res 2019;31(6):807-813
  3. Shavlovskaya OA, Kuznetsov SL: Chondroitin sulfate injection in neurological practice. Zh Nevrol Psikhiatr Im S S Korsakova 2019;119(5):126-133
  4. Goh EL, Lou WCN, Chidambaram S, Ma S: The Role Of Joint Distraction In The Treatment Of Knee Osteoarthritis: A Systematic Review And Quantitative Analysis. Orthop Res Rev 2019;11:79-92

References for EXERCISE: Ashburn Exercise for Hip Pain Accompanying Back Pain

  1. Luan X, Tian X, Zhang H1,2, Huang R1, Li N1, Chen P1, Wang R1. Exercise as a prescription for patients with various diseases. J Sport Health Sci. 2019 Sep;8(5):422-441. doi: 10.1016/j.jshs.2019.04.002. Epub 2019 Apr 18.
  2. Lun V, Marsh A, Bray R, Lindsay D, Wiley P. Efficacy of Hip Strengthening Exercises Compared With Leg Strengthening Exercises on Knee Pain, Function, and Quality of Life in Patients With Knee Osteoarthritis. Clin J Sport Med. 2015 Nov;25(6):509-17. doi: 10.1097/JSM.0000000000000170.
  3. Singh R, Kim HS, Adsul N, Kashlan ON, et al. X-rays and scans can fail to differentiate hip pathology from lumbar spinal stenosis: Two case reports. Surg Neurol Int. 2019 Aug 23;10:165. doi: 10.25259/SNI_173_2019. eCollection 2019.
  4. Jiménez-Del-Barrio S, Mingo-Gómez MT, Estébanez-de-Miguel E, et al. Adaptations in pelvis, hip and knee kinematics during gait and muscle extensibility in low back pain patients: A cross-sectional study. J Back Musculoskelet Rehabil. 2019 Aug 2. doi: 10.3233/BMR-191528. [Epub ahead of print]
  5. Pourahmadi M, Asadi M, Dommerholt J, Yeganeh A: Changes In The Macroscopic Morphology Of Hip Muscles In Low Back Pain. J Anat 2019 [Epub ahead of print]
  6. Marchand AA, Suitner M, O'Shaughnessy J, Châtillon CÉ, Cantin V, Descarreaux M: Feasibility Of Conducting An Active Exercise Prehabilitation Program In Patients Awaiting Spinal Stenosis Surgery: A Randomized Pilot Study. Sci Rep 2019;9(1):12257

References for FEATURE: Control of Ashburn Back Pain

  1. Herman PM, Edgington SE, Ryan GW, Coulter ID: Prevalence and Characteristics of Chronic Spinal Pain Patients with Different Hopes (Treatment Goals) for Ongoing Chiropractic Care. J Altern Complement Med 2019 [Epub ahead of print]
  2. Eklund A, De Carvalho D, Pagé I, Wong A, Johansson MS, Pohlman KA, Hartvigsen J, Swain M. Expectations influence treatment outcomes in patients with low back pain. A secondary analysis of data from a randomized clinical trial. Eur J Pain. 2019 Aug;23(7):1378-1389. doi: 10.1002/ejp.1407. Epub 2019 May 20.

References for SPINE: Ashburn Disc Herniation Size in Spinal Canal Not Predictive of Outcome

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References for NUTRITION: Ashburn Smoking Heightens Spine Pain

  1. Asher AL, Devin CJ, McCutcheon B, Chotai S, Archer KR, Nian H, Harrell FE, McGirt M, Mummaneni PV, Shaffrey CI, Foley K, Glassman SD, Bydon M. Patient characteristics of smokers undergoing lumbar spine surgery: an analysis from the Quality Outcomes Database. J Neurosurg Spine. 2017 Dec;27(6):661-669. doi: 10.3171/2017.4.SPINE16984. Epub 2017 Sep 29.
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References for EXERCISE: Chiropractic and Fun to Live A Healthier Old Age

  1. Miyamoto K, Ozaki T, Onishi K, Takehana H, Tonoda K, Hara M. [Promoting the "Revitalization of Healthy Life Expectancy" with the Town of Anamizu]. [Article in Japanese] Yakugaku Zasshi. 2019;139(4):513-517. doi: 10.1248/yakushi.18-00172-1.
  2. Sanda K, Itoi A, Shigefuku K, Yoshikawa Y, Tsuchiya K. [The Project to Extend Healthy Life Expectancy by Having Fun, in Collaboration with Kobe Women's University (KWU)]. [Article in Japanese] Yakugaku Zasshi. 2019;139(4):533-538. doi: 10.1248/yakushi.18-00172-5.
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  5. Weigel PA, Hockenberry JM, Wolinsky FD. Chiropractic use in the Medicare population: prevalence, patterns, and associations with 1-year changes in health and satisfaction with care. J Manipulative Physiol Ther. 2014; 37: 542-551
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References for HEALTHY NEWS: November 2019

  1. Seminowicz DA, Wideman TH, Naso L, et al. Treatment Of Chronic Low Back Pain In Humans Reverses Abnormal Brain Anatomy And Function. Journal Of Neuroscience 31 (20). MAY 18 2011. P.7540-7550
  2. Ellingsen, Dan-Mikael et al. Brain Mechanisms of Anticipated Painful Movements and Their Modulation by Manual Therapy in Chronic Low Back Pain. The Journal of Pain 2018;19(11):1352-1365
  3. Navid MS, Lelic D, Niazi IK, Holt K, Mark EB, Drewes AM, Haavik H3. The effects of chiropractic spinal manipulation on central processing of tonic pain - a pilot study using standardized low-resolution brain electromagnetic tomography (sLORETA). Sci Rep. 2019 May 6;9(1):6925. doi: 10.1038/s41598-019-42984-3.
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References for FEATURE: Ashburn Chiropractic Care and Patient Expectations of Back Pain Relief

  1. Herman PM, Edgington SE, Ryan GW, Coulter ID: Prevalence and Characteristics of Chronic Spinal Pain Patients with Different Hopes (Treatment Goals) for Ongoing Chiropractic Care. J Altern Complement Med 2019 [Epub ahead of print]
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References for SPINE: Ashburn Back Pain: How to Reduce Its Bad Effect on Your Life

  1. Imagama S, Ando K, Kobayashi K, Machino M, Tanaka S, Morozumi M, Kanbara S, Ito S, Inoue T, Seki T, Ishizuka S, Nakashima H, Ishiguro N, Hasegawa Y: Multivariate Analysis Of Factors Related To The Absence Of Musculoskeletal Degenerative Disease In Middle-Aged And Older People. Geriatr Gerontol Int 2019;19(11):1141-1146
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  3. Hebert JJ, Abraham E, Wedderkopp N, Bigney E, Richardson E, Darling M, Hall H, Fisher CG, Rampersaud YR, Thomas KC, Jacobs B, Johnson M, Paquet J, Attabib N, Jarzem P, Wai EK, Rasoulinejad P, Ahn H, Nataraj A, Stratton A, Manson N: Patients Undergoing Surgery For Lumbar Spinal Stenosis Experience Unique Courses Of Pain And Disability: A Group-Based Trajectory Analysis. PLoS One 2019;14(11):e0224200
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  5. Goertz CM, Long CR, Vining RD, Pohlman KA, Walter J, Coulter I. Effect of Usual Medical Care Plus Chiropractic Care vs Usual Medical Care Alone on Pain and Disability Among US Service Members With Low Back Pain: A Comparative Effectiveness Clinical Trial. JAMA Netw Open. 2018;1(1):e180105. Published 2018 May 18. doi:10.1001/jamanetworkopen.2018.0105

References for NUTRITION: Fiber Helps Nutrient Absorption Improves Bone Mineral Density for Some

  1. Neville CE, Robson PJ, Murray LJ, Strain JJ, Twisk J, Gallagher AM, McGuinness M, Cran GW, Ralston SH, Boreham CA. The effect of nutrient intake on bone mineral status in young adults: the Northern Ireland young hearts project. Calcif Tissue Int. 2002 Feb;70(2):89-98. Epub 2002 Jan 29.
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  6. Lee T, Suh HS. Associations between Dietary Fiber Intake and Bone Mineral Density in Adult Korean Population: Analysis of National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey in 2011. J Bone Metab. 2019 Aug;26(3):151-160. doi: 10.11005/jbm.2019.26.3.151. Epub 2019 Aug 31.
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References for Healthy News - December 2019

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REFERENCES FOR EXERCISE: Ashburn Back Pain Sufferers Participate in their Own Recovery

  1. Eilayyan, O., Thomas, A., Hallé, M. et al. Promoting the use of self-management in patients with spine pain managed by chiropractors and chiropractic interns: barriers and design of a theory-based knowledge translation intervention. Chiropr Man Therap 27, 44 (2019) doi:10.1186/s12998-019-0267-6
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References for FEATURE: Heat and Electrical Stimulation for Ashburn Back Pain Relief

  1. Setchell J, Costa N, Ferreira M, Hodges P: What Decreases Low Back Pain? A Qualitative Study of Patient Perspectives. Scand J Pain 2019;19 (3), 597-603
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  3. Neuwersch-Sommeregger S, Köstenberger M, Pipam W, Breschan C, Stettner H, Demschar S, Trummer B, Likar R. [Electrical muscle stimulation in combination with heat for patients with chronic, nonspecific low back pain: A randomized, double-blind, stratified, placebo-controlled clinical trial]. [Article in German] Schmerz. 2019 Nov 29. doi: 10.1007/s00482-019-00431-2. [Epub ahead of print]

References for SPINE: Ashburn Back Pain due to Flexed Bending and Lifting

  1. Saraceni N, Kent P, Ng L, Campbell A, Straker L, O'Sullivan P. To Flex or Not to Flex? Is There a Relationship Between Lumbar Spine Flexion During Lifting and Low Back Pain? A Systematic Review With Meta-Analysis. J Orthop Sports Phys Ther 2019;28:1-50 [Epub ahead of print]
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References For NUTRITION: Back Pain Visits to the Emergency Room and Medication Options

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References for HEALTHY NEWS – January 2020

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REFERENCES for EXERCISE: Exercise Inspiration – Listening Docs and Social Interaction

  1. Bove AM1, Lynch AD2, Ammendolia C3, Schneider M2. Patients' experience with nonsurgical treatment for lumbar spinal stenosis: a qualitative study. Spine J. 2018 Apr;18(4):639-647. doi: 10.1016/j.spinee.2017.08.254. Epub 2017 Sep 21.
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References for FEATURE: Ashburn Chiropractic Relief for Neck Pain and Dizziness

  1. Chu ECP, Chin WL, Bhaumik A. Cervicogenic dizziness. Oxf Med Case Reports. 2019 Dec 9;2019(11):476-478. doi: 10.1093/omcr/omz115. eCollection 2019 Nov.
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  3. Herman PM, Luoto JE, Kommareddi M, Sorbero ME, Coulter ID. Patient Willingness to Pay for Reductions in Chronic Low Back Pain and Chronic Neck Pain. J Pain. 2019 Nov;20(11):1317-1327. doi: 10.1016/j.jpain.2019.05.002. Epub 2019 May 6.
  4. Vindigni D, Zark L, Sundberg T, Leach M, Adams J, Azari MF. Chiropractic treatment of older adults with neck pain with or without headache or dizziness: analysis of 288 Australian chiropractors' self-reported views. Chiropr Man Therap. 2019 Dec 18;27:65. doi: 10.1186/s12998-019-0288-1. eCollection 2019.
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References for SPINE: Ashburn Back Pain, Sarcopenia, and Back Muscle Degeneration

  1. Kim WJ, Kim KJ, Song DG, Lee JS, Park KY, Lee JW, Chang SH, Choy WS. Sarcopenia and Back Muscle Degeneration as Risk Factors for Back Pain: A Comparative Study. Asian Spine J. 2020 Jan 8. doi: 10.31616/asj.2019.0125. [Epub ahead of print]
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References for NUTRITION: Ashburn Fall Risk Associated with Malnutrition

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REFERENCES for EXERCISE: Ashburn Sitting’s Remedy: Not Sitting and Exercising More!

  1. Chau JY, Reyes-marcelino G, Burnett AC, Bauman AE, Freeman B. Hyping health effects: a news analysis of the 'new smoking' and the role of sitting. Br J Sports Med. 2018
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References for HEALTHY NEWS – February 2020 

  1. Vindigni D, Zark L, Sundberg T, Leach M, Adams J, Azari MF: Chiropractic Treatment Of Older Adults With Neck Pain With Or Without Headache Or Dizziness: Analysis Of 288 Australian Chiropractors' Self-Reported Views. Chiropr Man Therap 2019;27:65 eCollection
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References for FEATURE: Ashburn Back Pain and Inflammation

  1. Lim YZ1, Wang Y1, Cicuttini FM1, Hughes HJ1, Chou L1, Urquhart DM1, Ong PX2, Hussain SM1. Association between Inflammatory Biomarkers and Non-specific Low Back Pain: A Systematic Review. Clin J Pain 2020 Jan 27[Online ahead of print] 10.1097/AJP.0000000000000810. [Epub ahead of print]
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References for SPINE: Ashburn Knee Osteoarthritis and Back Pain and Falls

  1. Ozaki M, Fujita N, Miyamoto A, Suzuki S, Tsuji O, Nagoshi N, et al. Impact of knee osteoarthritis on surgical outcomes of lumbar spinal canal stenosis. J Neurosurg Spine. 2019 Dec 27:1-6. doi: 10.3171/2019.10.SPINE19886. [Epub ahead of print]
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References for NUTRITION: Growing New Ashburn Spinal Discs?!

  1. Aoyagi K, Heller D, Hazlewood D, Sharma N, Dos Santos M. Is spinal mobilization effective for low back pain?: A systematic review. Complement Ther Clin Pract. 2019;34:51–63. doi:10.1016/j.ctcp.2018.11.003
  2. Harmon MD1, Ramos DM1, Nithyadevi D2, Bordett R2, Rudraiah S3, Nukavarapu SP4, Moss IL2, Kumbar SG4. Growing a backbone - functional biomaterials and structures for intervertebral disc (IVD) repair and regeneration: challenges, innovations, and future directions. Biomater Sci. 2020 Jan 20. doi: 10.1039/c9bm01288e. [Epub ahead of print]
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References for EXERCISE: Importance of Stability and Balance for Back Pain…and Today

  1. Kendall JC, Vindigni D, Polus BI, Azari MF, Harman SC. Effects of manual therapies on stability in people with musculoskeletal pain: a systematic review. Chiropr Man Therap. 2020 Feb 18;28(1):13. doi: 10.1186/s12998-020-0300-9.
  2. Nandlall N, Rivaz H, Rizk A, Frenette S, Boily M, Fortin M: The Effect Of Low Back Pain And Lower Limb Injury On Lumbar Multifidus Muscle Morphology And Function In University Soccer Players. BMC Musculoskelet Disord 2020;21(1):96
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References for HEALTHY NEWS – March 2020

  1. Rhee TG, Marottoli RA, Van Ness PH, Tinetti ME. Patterns and Perceived Benefits of Utilizing Seven Major Complementary Health Approaches in U.S. Older Adults. J Gerontol A Biol Sci Med Sci. 2018;73(8):1119–1124. doi:10.1093/gerona/gly099
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References for FEATURE: Seeing is Believing

  1. De Roo B, Hoste P, Stichelbaut N, Annemans L, Bacher K, Verstraete K: Belgian Multicentre Study On Lumbar Spine Imaging: Radiation Dose And Cost Analysis; Evaluation Of Compliance With Recommendations For Efficient Use Of Medical Imaging. Eur J Radiol 2020;125:108864 [Epub ahead of print]
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References for SPINE: Chiropractic’s Contribution to Ashburn Migraine Relief

  1. Wayne PM, Bernstein C, Kowalski M, Connor JP, Osypiuk K, Long CR, Vining R, Macklin E, Rist PM. The Integrative Migraine Pain Alleviation through Chiropractic Therapy (IMPACT) trial: Study rationale, design and intervention validation. Contemp Clin Trials Commun. 2020 Jan 22;17:100531. doi: 10.1016/j.conctc.2020.100531. eCollection 2020 Mar.
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References for NUTRITION: B Vitamin Deficiency Needs Notice – Methylmalonic Acid

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References for EXERCISE: Watch Your Posture!

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References for HEALTHY NEWS – April 2020

  1. Khodakarami N. Treatment of Patients with Low Back Pain: A Comparison of Physical Therapy and Chiropractic Manipulation. Healthcare (Basel). 2020;8(1):E44. Published 2020 Feb 24. doi:10.3390/healthcare8010044
  2. He DD, Gao Y, Wang S, Xie Z, Song XJ: Systematic Administration of B Vitamins Alleviates Diabetic Pain and Inhibits Associated Expression of P2X3 and TRPV1 in Dorsal Root Ganglion Neurons and Proinflammatory Cytokines in Spinal Cord in Rats. Pain Res Manag 2020; Volume 2020, Article ID 3740162, 11 pages, https://doi.org/10.1155/2020/3740162
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References for FEATURE: Ashburn Back Pain Relief: Not Drug Combinations

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References for SPINE: Ashburn Chiropractic Care Looks at the Connection of The BRAIN and the SPINE

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REFERENCES FOR NUTRITION: Ashburn Immune System Support: Vitamins C and D

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References for EXERCISE: Ashburn Chiropractic Knee Pain Care

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References for HEALTHY NEWS – May 2020

  1. Eklund A, Hagberg J, Jensen I, et al. The Nordic maintenance care program: maintenance care reduces the number of days with pain in acute episodes and increases the length of pain free periods for dysfunctional patients with recurrent and persistent low back pain - a secondary analysis of a pragmatic randomized controlled trial. Chiropr Man Therap. 2020;28(1):19. Published 2020 Apr 21. doi:10.1186/s12998-020-00309-6
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References for FEATURE: Important Benefits of Continued Ashburn Chiropractic Care

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References for SPINE: Ashburn Leg Pain Relief No Matter Right Leg or Left

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References for NUTRITION: Ashburn Chiropractic Nutrition Recommendation of Curcumin

  1. Adami R, Bottai D. Curcumin and neurological diseases. Nutr Neurosci. 2020 May 22:1-21. doi: 10.1080/1028415X.2020.1760531. [Epub ahead of print]
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References for HEALTHY NEWS – June 2020

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References for EXERCISE: Supervised, Regular Exercise Benefits Ashburn Back Pain Relief

  1. Hageman D, Fokkenrood HJ, Gommans LN, van den Houten MM, Teijink JA. Supervised exercise therapy versus home-based exercise therapy versus walking advice for intermittent claudication. Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2018;4(4):CD005263. Published 2018 Apr 6. doi:10.1002/14651858.CD005263.pub4
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  5. Daniels, C.J., Gliedt, J.A., Suri, P. et al. Management of patients with prior lumbar fusion: a cross-sectional survey of Veterans Affairs chiropractors’ attitudes, beliefs, and practices. Chiropr Man Therap 28, 29 (2020). https://doi.org/10.1186/s12998-020-00322-9

References for FEATURE: Ashburn Chiropractic Benefits for PTSD and Stress with Back Pain

  1. Taylor SL, Hoggatt KJ, Kligler B. Complementary and Integrated Health Approaches: What Do Veterans Use and Want. J Gen Intern Med. 2019;34(7):1192-1199. doi:10.1007/s11606-019-04862-6
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  3. Vining R, Long CR, Minkalis A, et al. Effects of Chiropractic Care on Strength, Balance, and Endurance in Active-Duty U.S. Military Personnel with Low Back Pain: A Randomized Controlled Trial [published online ahead of print, 2020 Jun 12]. J Altern Complement Med. 2020;10.1089/acm.2020.0107. doi:10.1089/acm.2020.0107
  4. Daniels, C.J., Gliedt, J.A., Suri, P. et al. Management of patients with prior lumbar fusion: a cross-sectional survey of Veterans Affairs chiropractors’ attitudes, beliefs, and practices. Chiropr Man Therap 28, 29 (2020). https://doi.org/10.1186/s12998-020-00322-9

References for SPINE: Ashburn Chiropractic to Restore Range of Motion

  1. Niewiadomski C, Bianco RJ, Afquir S, Evin M, Arnoux PJ. Experimental assessment of cervical ranges of motion and compensatory strategies. Chiropr Man Therap. 2019;27:9. Published 2019 Jan 22. doi:10.1186/s12998-018-0223-x
  2. Devaney LL1, Denegar CR1, Thigpen CA2, Lepley AS3, Edgar C4, DiStefano LJ1. Preseason Neck Mobility Is Associated With Throwing-Related Shoulder and Elbow Injuries, Pain, and Disability in College Baseball Pitchers. Orthop J Sports Med. 2020 May 18;8(5):2325967120920556. doi: 10.1177/2325967120920556. eCollection 2020 May.
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References for NUTRITION: Ashburn Nutrition Tip: Ginger, Turmeric, FLL for Osteoporosis, Bone Regeneration and Health

  1. Rajfer RA, Flores M, Abraham A, et al. Prevention of Osteoporosis in the Ovariectomized Rat by Oral Administration of a Nutraceutical Combination That Stimulates Nitric Oxide Production. J Osteoporos. 2019;2019:1592328. Published 2019 Jun 2. doi:10.1155/2019/1592328
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References for EXERCISE: Exercise for Back Pain Relief & Strengthening

  1. Tagliaferri SD, Miller CT, Ford JJ, et al. Randomized Trial of General Strength and Conditioning Versus Motor Control and Manual Therapy for Chronic Low Back Pain on Physical and Self-Report Outcomes. J Clin Med. 2020;9(6):E1726. Published 2020 Jun 3. doi:10.3390/jcm9061726
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References for HEALTHY NEWS – July 2020

  1. Daniels CJ, Gliedt JA, Suri P, Bednarz EM, Lisi AJ: Management Of Patients With Prior Lumbar Fusion: A Cross-Sectional Survey Of Veterans Affairs Chiropractors' Attitudes, Beliefs, And Practices. Chiropr Man Therap 2020;28(1):29
  2. Tieppo Francio V, Towery C, Davani S, Brown T. Spinal manipulation and therapeutic exercises in treating post-surgical resurgent lumbar radiculopathy. Oxf Med Case Reports. 2017;2017(10):omx062. Published 2017 Oct 13. doi:10.1093/omcr/omx062
  3. Clijsters M, Fronzoni F, Jenkins H. Chiropractic treatment approaches for spinal musculoskeletal conditions: a cross-sectional survey. Chiropr Man Therap. 2014;22:33.
  4. De Martinis M, Sirufo MM, Nocelli C, Fontanella L, Ginaldi L: Hyperhomocysteinemia is Associated with Inflammation, Bone Resorption, Vitamin B12 and Folate Deficiency and MTHFR C677T Polymorphism in Postmenopausal Women with Decreased Bone Mineral Density. Int J Environ Res Public Health 2020;17(12):E4260

References for FEATURE: The Importance of Anatomy to Your Ashburn Chiropractor

  1. Brazier Y: Anatomy: A Brief Introduction. Medical News Today. March 7, 2017. Sourced on 7/16/20.
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  3. Zipay NM, Roecker CB, Derby DC, Nightingale LM. The influence of online review videos on gross anatomy course performance among doctor of chiropractic students. J Chiropr Educ. 2019 Aug 26. doi: 10.7899/JCE-18-29. [Epub ahead of print]
  4. Hulme AK, Luo K, Štrkalj G. Musculoskeletal Anatomy Knowledge Retention in the Macquarie University Chiropractic Program: A Cross-Sectional Study. Anat Sci Educ. 2019 Mar 28. doi: 10.1002/ase.1879. [Epub ahead of print]
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References for SPINE: It’s All Connected: Ashburn Spinal Manipulation Improves Lower Limb Strength

  1. Christiansen TL, Niazi IK, Holt K, et al. The effects of a single session of spinal manipulation on strength and cortical drive in athletes. Eur J Appl Physiol. 2018;118(4):737-749. doi:10.1007/s00421-018-3799-x
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  3. Chilibeck PD, Cornish SM, Schulte A, et al. The effect of spinal manipulation on imbalances in leg strength. J Can Chiropr Assoc. 2011;55(3):183-192.
  4. Yuen TS, Lam PY, Lau MY, et al. Changes in Lower Limb Strength and Function Following Lumbar Spinal Mobilization. J Manipulative Physiol Ther. 2017;40(8):587-596. doi:10.1016/j.jmpt.2017.07.003

References for NUTRITION: Cinnamon Benefits for Health Issues

  1. Zareie A, Sahebkar A, Khorvash F, Bagherniya M, Hasanzadeh A, Askari G. Effect of cinnamon on migraine attacks and inflammatory markers: A randomized double-blind placebo-controlled trial [published online ahead of print, 2020 Jul 7]. Phytother Res. 2020;10.1002/ptr.6721. doi:10.1002/ptr.6721
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References for EXERCISE: Chiropractic Plan for Migraine: Exercise & Manipulation

  1. Borisovskaya A, Chmelik E, Karnik A. Exercise and Chronic Pain. Adv Exp Med Biol. 2020;1228:233-253. doi:10.1007/978-981-15-1792-1_16
  2. Benatto MT, Florencio LL, Bragatto MM, Dach F, Fernández-de-Las-Peñas C, Bevilaqua-Grossi D. Neck-specific strengthening exercise compared with sham ultrasound when added to home-stretching exercise in patients with migraine: study protocol of a two-armed, parallel-groups randomized controlled trial. Chiropr Man Therap. 2020;28(1):22. Published 2020 May 19. doi:10.1186/s12998-020-00313-w
  3. Lemmens J, De Pauw J, Van Soom T, et al. The effect of aerobic exercise on the number of migraine days, duration and pain intensity in migraine: a systematic literature review and meta-analysis. J Headache Pain. 2019;20(1):16. Published 2019 Feb 14. doi:10.1186/s10194-019-0961-8
  4. Barber M, Pace A. Exercise and Migraine Prevention: a Review of the Literature. Curr Pain Headache Rep. 2020;24(8):39. Published 2020 Jun 11. doi:10.1007/s11916-020-00868-6

References for FEATURE: Ashburn Chiropractic Treatment for Neck, Back, Leg and Arm Pain

  1. Adogwa O, Davison MA, Vuong VD, et al. Long-Term Costs of Maximum Nonoperative Treatments in Patients With Symptomatic Lumbar Stenosis or Spondylolisthesis that Ultimately Required Surgery: A 5-Year Cost Analysis. Spine (Phila Pa 1976). 2019;44(6):424-430. doi:10.1097/BRS.0000000000002849
  2. Kim LH, Vail D, Azad TD, et al. Expenditures and Health Care Utilization Among Adults With Newly Diagnosed Low Back and Lower Extremity Pain. JAMA Netw Open. 2019;2(5):e193676. Published 2019 May 3. doi:10.1001/jamanetworkopen.2019.3676
  3. Oh H, Choi S, Lee S, Choi J, Lee K. Effects of the flexion-distraction technique and drop technique on straight leg raising angle and intervertebral disc height of patients with an intervertebral disc herniation. J Phys Ther Sci. 2019;31(8):666-669. doi:10.1589/jpts.31.666
  4. Carrasco-Martínez F, Ibáñez-Vera AJ, Martínez-Amat A, Hita-Contreras F, Lomas-Vega R. Short-term effectiveness of the flexion-distraction technique in comparison with high-velocity vertebral manipulation in patients suffering from low-back pain. Complement Ther Med. 2019;44:61-67. doi:10.1016/j.ctim.2019.02.012
  5. Kwon, W.-A., Ryu, Y.-S., & Ma, S.-Y. (2012). The effects of Cox distraction manipulation on functional assessment measures and disc herniation index in patients with L4-5 herniated disc. Journal of the Korean Data and Information Science Society , 23 (4), 727–738. https://doi.org/10.7465/jkdi.2012.23.4.727
  6. Rowell RM, Gudavalli MR, Silverman S. A pilot study of the effect of force feedback training on students learning flexion-distraction chiropractic technique. J Chiropr Educ. 2019;33(2):100-105. doi:10.7899/JCE-18-5
  7. Boden LM, Boden SA, Premkumar A, Gottschalk MB, Boden SD. Predicting Likelihood of Surgery Before First Visit in Patients With Back and Lower Extremity Symptoms: A Simple Mathematical Model Based on More Than 8,000 Patients. Spine (Phila Pa 1976). 2018;43(18):1296-1305. doi:10.1097/BRS.0000000000002603
  8. Vagaska E, Litavcova A, Srotova I, et al. Do lumbar magnetic resonance imaging changes predict neuropathic pain in patients with chronic non-specific low back pain?. Medicine (Baltimore). 2019;98(17):e15377. doi:10.1097/MD.0000000000015377

References for HEALTHY NEWS – August 2020

  1. Hawk C, Whalen W, Farabaugh RJ, et al. Best Practices for Chiropractic Management of Patients with Chronic Musculoskeletal Pain: A Clinical Practice Guideline [published online ahead of print, 2020 Jul 30]. J Altern Complement Med. 2020;10.1089/acm.2020.0181. doi:10.1089/acm.2020.0181
  2. Bussières AE, Stewart G, Al-Zoubi F, Decina P, Descarreaux M, Haskett D, Hincapié C, Pagé I, Passmore S, Srbely J, Stupar M, Weisberg J, Ornelas J. Spinal Manipulative Therapy and Other Conservative Treatments for Low Back Pain: A Guideline From the Canadian Chiropractic Guideline Initiative. J Manipulative Physiol Ther. 2018 May;41(4):265-293. doi: 10.1016/j.jmpt.2017.12.004. Epub 2018 Mar 30.PMID: 29606335
  3. Lorenc A, Feder G, MacPherson H, Little P, Mercer SW, Sharp D. Scoping review of systematic reviews of complementary medicine for musculoskeletal and mental health conditions. BMJ Open. 2018 Oct 15;8(10):e020222. doi: 10.1136/bmjopen-2017-020222.PMID: 30327397 Free PMC article. Review.
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  5. Bartels EM, Folmer VN, Bliddal H, et al. Efficacy and safety of ginger in osteoarthritis patients: a meta-analysis of randomized placebo-controlled trials. Osteoarthritis Cartilage. 2015;23(1):13-21. doi:10.1016/j.joca.2014.09.024

References for SPINE: The Spinal Connection to Testicular Pain…and Chiropractic Help for It

  1. Chu ECP. Taming of the Testicular Pain Complicating Lumbar Disc Herniation With Spinal Manipulation. Am J Mens Health. 2020;14(4):1557988320949358. doi:10.1177/1557988320949358
  2. Rowell RM, Rylander SJ. Low-back pain, leg pain, and chronic idiopathic testicular pain treated with chiropractic care. J Altern Complement Med. 2012 Apr;18(4):420-2. doi: 10.1089/acm.2010.0698. Epub 2012 Apr 10.PMID: 22489743

References for NUTRITION: Summer Harvest Nutrition: Tomatoes, Beans, Peppers!

  1. Palozza P, Parrone N, Catalano A, Simone R. Tomato Lycopene and Inflammatory Cascade: Basic Interactions and Clinical Implications. Curr Med Chem. 2010;17(23):2547-2563. doi:10.2174/092986710791556041
  2. Burton-Freeman B, Sesso HD. Whole food versus supplement: comparing the clinical evidence of tomato intake and lycopene supplementation on cardiovascular risk factors. Adv Nutr. 2014;5(5):457-485. doi:10.3945/an.114.005231
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  5. Imran Hayat, Asif Ahmad, Tariq Masud, Anwaar Ahmed & Shaukat Bashir (2014) Nutritional and Health Perspectives of Beans (Phaseolus vulgaris L.): An Overview, Critical Reviews in Food Science and Nutrition, 54:5, 580-592, DOI: 10.1080/10408398.2011.596639
  6. Luna-Vital DA, González de Mejía E, Mendoza S, Loarca-Piña G. Peptides present in the non-digestible fraction of common beans (Phaseolus vulgaris L.) inhibit the angiotensin-I converting enzyme by interacting with its catalytic cavity independent of their antioxidant capacity. Food Funct. 2015;6(5):1470-1479. doi:10.1039/c5fo00190k
  7. Kang JH, Kim CS, Han IS, Kawada T, Yu R. Capsaicin, a spicy component of hot peppers, modulates adipokine gene expression and protein release from obese-mouse adipose tissues and isolated adipocytes, and suppresses the inflammatory responses of adipose tissue macrophages. FEBS Lett. 2007;581(23):4389-4396. doi:10.1016/j.febslet.2007.07.082
  8. Hamed M, Kalita D, Bartolo ME, Jayanty SS. Capsaicinoids, Polyphenols and Antioxidant Activities of Capsicum annuum: Comparative Study of the Effect of Ripening Stage and Cooking Methods. Antioxidants (Basel). 2019;8(9):364. Published 2019 Sep 2. doi:10.3390/antiox8090364
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References for EXERCISE: Ashburn Chiropractic Tips for Fall Prevention and Pain Relief

  1. Guirguis-Blake JM, Michael YL, Perdue LA, Coppola EL, Beil TL, Thompson JH. Interventions to Prevent Falls in Community-Dwelling Older Adults: A Systematic Review for the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force. Rockville (MD): Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (US); April 2018.
  2. Arkkukangas M, Bååthe KS, Hamilton J, Ekholm A, Tonkonogi M. Feasibility of a novel Judo4Balance - fall preventive exercise programme targeting community-dwelling older adults. J Frailty Sarcopenia Falls. 2020;5(3):47-52. Published 2020 Sep 1. doi:10.22540/JFSF-05-047
  3. Kendrick D, Kumar A, Carpenter H, Zijlstra GA, Skelton DA, Cook JR, Stevens Z, Belcher CM, Haworth D, Gawler SJ, Gage H, Masud T, Bowling A, Pearl M, Morris RW, Iliffe S, Delbaere K. Exercise for reducing fear of falling in older people living in the community. Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2014 Nov 28;2014(11):CD009848. doi: 10.1002/14651858.CD009848.pub2.PMID: 25432016 Free PMC article. Review.
  4. Arkkukangas M, Strömqvist Bååthe K, Ekholm A, Tonkonogi M. Health promotion and prevention: The impact of specifically adapted judo-inspired training program on risk factors for falls among adults. Prev Med Rep. 2020;19:101126. Published 2020 May 19. doi:10.1016/j.pmedr.2020.101126

References for HEALTHY NEWS – September 2020

  1. Kruse RA, White BA, Gudavalli S: Management of Lumbar Radiculopathy Associated With an Extruded L4-L5 Spondylolytic Spondylolisthesis Using Flexion-Distraction Manipulation: A Case Study. Journal of Chiropractic Medicine 2019; 18(4): 311-316.
  2. Rupasinghe, H P Vasantha & Thilakarathna, S. & Nair, Sandhya. (2013). Polyphenols of apples and their potential health benefits. Polyphenols: Chemistry, Dietary Sources and Health Benefits. 333-368.
  3. Flood-Obbagy JE, Rolls BJ. The effect of fruit in different forms on energy intake and satiety at a meal. Appetite. 2009;52(2):416-422. doi:10.1016/j.appet.2008.12.001
  4. Erickson K: What are polyphenols? Health benefits for heart and gut health. Fullscript. December 6, 2019. Sourced 9/13/20
  5. de Oliveira MC, Sichieri R, Venturim Mozzer R. A low-energy-dense diet adding fruit reduces weight and energy intake in women. Appetite. 2008;51(2):291-295. doi:10.1016/j.appet.2008.03.001
  6. Cho KD, Han CK, Lee BH. Loss of body weight and fat and improved lipid profiles in obese rats fed apple pomace or apple juice concentrate. J Med Food. 2013;16(9):823-830. doi:10.1089/jmf.2013.2784
  7. Jennings KA: 10 Impressive Health Benefits of Apples. Healthline: Nutrition. December 17, 2018. Sourced on 9/13/20
  8. Hyson D: A comprehensive review of apples and apple components and their relationship to human health. Advances in Nutrition 2011; 2(5):408-420

References for FEATURE: Ashburn Neck Pain and Arm Pain With a Shingles Rash Relieved

  1. Miller SA, Cox JM, Olding KJ: Cervical Radiculopathy Associated With Shingles Herpes Zoster Infection. Journal of Chiropractic Medicine 2019; 19(3):225-228

References for SPINE: Protect the Spine: Ashburn Chiropractic Use of Back Braces and Abdominal Bracing

  1. Myung E, Neto JD, Murta GA, Vieira A, Gomes de Lima PR, Lessa L, Bernardo WM. ANAMT Technical Guideline (DT 05): Prevention of occupational low back pain through back belts, lumbar support or braces. Rev Bras Med Trab. 2020 Apr 24;16(4):524-531. doi: 10.5327/Z1679443520180334. PMID: 32754669; PMCID: PMC7394532.
  2. Norrie JP, Brown SHM. Brace yourself: How abdominal bracing affects intersegmental lumbar spine kinematics in response to sudden loading. J Electromyogr Kinesiol. 2020 Oct;54:102451. doi: 10.1016/j.jelekin.2020.102451. Epub 2020 Jul 21. PMID: 32736012.
  3. Gignoux P, Lanhers C, Dutheil F, Boutevillain L, Pereira B, Coudeyre E. Non-rigid lumbar supports for the management of non-specific low back pain: a literature review and meta-analysis. Ann Phys Rehabil Med. 2020 Jun 16. pii: S1877-0657(20)30120-2. doi: 10.1016/j.rehab.2020.05.010. [Epub ahead of print]

References for NUTRITION: Nutrition & Chiropractic Care of The Aging Spine

  1. Roughley PJ, Alini M, Antoniou J. The role of proteoglycans in aging, degeneration and repair of the intervertebral disc. Biochem Soc Trans. 2002 Nov;30(Pt 6):869-74. doi: 10.1042/bst0300869.PMID: 12440935 Review.
  2. Qingshen Wei, Xiangwei Zhang, Caiju Zhou, Qiang Ren, Yuntao Zhang: Roles Of Large Aggregating Proteoglycans In Human Intervertebral Disc Degeneration. Connect Tissue Res 2019;60(3):209-218
  3. Cole TC, Ghosh P, Taylor TKF: Arteparon modifies proteoglycan turnover in the intervertebral disc. British J of Bone and Joint Surgery 1988; 70B(1):166 .
  4. Melrose, Ghosh, Taylor, Osti, Vernon-Roberts: A longitudinal study of the matrix changes induced in the intervertebral disc by surgical damage to the anulus fibrosus. Journal of Orthopedic Research, vol. 10
  5. Adams, Hutton: In chapter 10 of the textbook Ghosh P: The Biology of the Intervertebral Disc Volume II. CRC Press, Boca Raton, Fl.1988, Chapter 10, pg 66-68
  6. Guehring T,  Omlor G, Lorenz H, Engelleiter K, Richter W, Carstens C, Kroeber M: Disc Distraction Shows Evidence of Regenerative Potential in Degenerated Intervertebral Discs as Evaluated by Protein Expression, Magnetic Resonance Imaging, and Messenger Ribonucleic Acid Expression Analysis. Spine 2006; 31(15):1658-1665 

References for EXERCISE: Ashburn Neck Pain Responds to Exercise and Chiropractic Manipulation

  1. Bernal-Utrera C, Gonzalez-Gerez JJ, Anarte-Lazo E, Rodriguez-Blanco C. Manual therapy versus therapeutic exercise in non-specific chronic neck pain: a randomized controlled trial. Trials. 2020 Jul 28;21(1):682. doi: 10.1186/s13063-020-04610-w. PMID: 32723399; PMCID: PMC7385865.
  2. Rodríguez-Sanz J, Malo-Urriés M, Corral-de-Toro J, López-de-Celis C, Lucha-López MO, Tricás-Moreno JM, Lorente AI, Hidalgo-García C. Does the Addition of Manual Therapy Approach to a Cervical Exercise Program Improve Clinical Outcomes for Patients with Chronic Neck Pain in Short- and Mid-Term? A Randomized Controlled Trial. International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health. 2020; 17(18):6601.
  3. Gudavalli MR, Potluri T, Carandang G, Havey R, Voronov L, Cox JM, Rowell RM, Kruse RA, Joachim GC, Patwardhan AG, Henderson CNR, Goertz C, "Intradiscal Pressure Changes during Manual Cervical Distraction: A Cadaveric Study", Evidence-Based Complementary and Alternative Medicine, vol. 2013, Article ID 954134, 10 pages, 2013. https://doi.org/10.1155/2013/954134
  4. Gudavalli MR: Chiropractic Demonstration Project Grant – 2000‐2003 – HRSA Grant # 1 R18 HP 10011‐01 A Comparison Study Of Cox® Flexion Distraction Vs. Medical Care For Chronic Neck Pain. Dr. Ram Gudavalli will now head a team of researchers to study chiropractic Cox Distraction’s effectiveness for chronic neck pain. The federal grant of #1, 247, 799 is through the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA), #1 R18 HP 10011, titled Chiropractic (cervical distraction adjustment) vs. Medical Care for Chronic Neck Pain. The grant period is September 30, 2000, ‐ September 29, 2003. Awarded to Palmer Center for Chiropractic Research and Palmer Chiropractic University Foundation. Collaborating Institutions are Palmer Center for Chiropractic Research, National University of Health Sciences, Loyola University Stritch School of Medicine (Department of Orthopedic Surgery), Orthosport Physical Therapy, Inc., Auburn University.
  5. Schliesser JS, Kruse R, Fallon LF. Cervical radiculopathy treated with chiropractic flexion distraction manipulation: A retrospective study in a private practice setting. J Manipulative Physiol Ther. 2003 Nov-Dec;26(9):E19. doi: 10.1016/j.jmpt.2003.08.009. PMID: 14673412.

References for FEATURE: Ashburn Disc Re-generation

  1. Gudavalli MR: Chapter 6. Biomechanics Research on Flexion-Distraction Procedure. in Cox JM: Low Back Pain: Mechanism, Diagnosis, Treatment (7th ed). Lippincott Williams and Wilkins, 2011, pages 212-225.
  2. Che YJ, Guo JB, Liang T, Chen X, Zhang W, Yang HL, Luo ZP. Controlled immobilization-traction based on intervertebral stability is conducive to the regeneration or repair of the degenerative disc: an in vivo study on the rat coccygeal model. Spine J. 2019 May;19(5):920-930. doi: 10.1016/j.spinee.2018.10.018. Epub 2018 Nov 3. PMID: 30399448.
  3. Guo JB, Che YJ, Hou JJ, Liang T, Zhang W, Lu Y, Yang HL, Luo ZP. Stable mechanical environments created by a low-tension traction device is beneficial for the regeneration and repair of degenerated intervertebral discs. Spine J. 2020 Sep;20(9):1503-1516. doi: 10.1016/j.spinee.2020.04.005. Epub 2020 Apr 17. PMID: 32305426.
  4. Guehring T, Omlor GW, Lorenz H, Engelleiter K, Richter W, Carstens C, Kroeber M. Disc distraction shows evidence of regenerative potential in degenerated intervertebral discs as evaluated by protein expression, magnetic resonance imaging, and messenger ribonucleic acid expression analysis. Spine (Phila Pa 1976). 2006 Jul 1;31(15):1658-65. doi: 10.1097/01.brs.0000224558.81765.56. PMID: 16816759.

References for SPINE: Chiropractic Neck and Arm Pain Relief with Motion-Incorporated Treatment

  1. Gross A, Langevin P, Burnie SJ, Bédard-Brochu MS, Empey B, Dugas E, Faber-Dobrescu M, Andres C, Graham N, Goldsmith CH, Brønfort G, Hoving JL, LeBlanc F. Manipulation and mobilisation for neck pain contrasted against an inactive control or another active treatment. Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2015 Sep 23;(9):CD004249. doi: 10.1002/14651858.CD004249.pub4. PMID: 26397370.
  2. Kim DG, Chung SH, Jung HB. The effects of neural mobilization on cervical radiculopathy patients' pain, disability, ROM, and deep flexor endurance. J Back Musculoskelet Rehabil. 2017 Sep 22;30(5):951-959. doi: 10.3233/BMR-140191. PMID: 28453446.
  3. Hassan F, Osama M, Ghafoor A, Yaqoob MF. Effects of oscillatory mobilization as compared to sustained stretch mobilization in the management of cervical radiculopathy: A randomized controlled trial. J Back Musculoskelet Rehabil. 2020;33(1):153-158. doi: 10.3233/BMR-170914. PMID: 31127753.
  4. Schliesser JS, Kruse RA, Fleming Fallon L: Cervical radiculopathy treated with chiropractic flexion distraction manipulation: a retrospective study in a private practice setting. Journal of Manipulative and Physiological Therapeutics 2003;26(9):592-596
  5. Kruse RA, Imbarlina F, DeBono VF: Treatment of cervical radiculopathy with flexion distraction. J Manipulative Physiological Therapeutics 2001;24(3):206-209

References for HEALTHY NEWS – October 2020

  1. Whalen W, Farabaugh RJ, Hawk C, Minkalis AL, Lauretti W, Crivelli LS, Wyatt L, Sheppard M, Walters SA. Best-Practice Recommendations for Chiropractic Management of Patients With Neck Pain. J Manipulative Physiol Ther. 2019 Nov;42(9):635-650. doi: 10.1016/j.jmpt.2019.08.001. Epub 2019 Dec 20. PMID: 31870638.
  2. Vindigni D, Zark L, Sundberg T, Leach M, Adams J, Azari MF. Chiropractic treatment of older adults with neck pain with or without headache or dizziness: analysis of 288 Australian chiropractors' self-reported views. Chiropr Man Therap. 2019 Dec 18;27:65. doi: 10.1186/s12998-019-0288-1. PMID: 31867101; PMCID: PMC6918629.
  3. Gudavalli S, Kruse RA. Foraminal stenosis with radiculopathy from a cervical disc herniation in a 33-year-old man treated with flexion distraction decompression manipulation. J Manipulative Physiol Ther. 2008 Jun;31(5):376-80. doi: 10.1016/j.jmpt.2008.04.002. PMID: 18558279.
  4. Roy NM, Al-Harthi L, Sampat N, Al-Mujaini R, Mahadevan S, Al Adawi S, Essa MM, Al Subhi L, Al-Balushi B, Qoronfleh MW. Impact of vitamin D on neurocognitive function in dementia, depression, schizophrenia and ADHD. Front Biosci (Landmark Ed). 2021 Jan 1;26:566-611. PMID: 33049684.
  5. Cai C. Treating Vitamin D Deficiency and Insufficiency in Chronic Neck and Back Pain and Muscle Spasm: A Case Series. Perm J. 2019;23:18-241. doi: 10.7812/TPP/18.241. Epub 2019 Aug 8. PMID: 31496497; PMCID: PMC6730953.
  6. Nowaczewska M, Wiciski M, Osiski S, Kamierczak H. The Role of Vitamin D in Primary Headache-from Potential Mechanism to Treatment. Nutrients. 2020 Jan 17;12(1):243. doi: 10.3390/nu12010243. PMID: 31963460; PMCID: PMC7019347.

References for Nutrition: Anti-oxidant and Anti-Cell Death Flavonoids in Hawthorn Extract

  1. Lund JA, Brown PN, Shipley PR. Quantification of North American and European Crataegus flavonoids by nuclear magnetic resonance spectrometry. Fitoterapia. 2020 Jun;143:104537. doi: 10.1016/j.fitote.2020.104537. Epub 2020 Mar 4. PMID: 32145312.
  2. Alirezalu A, Ahmadi N, Salehi P, Sonboli A, Alirezalu K, Mousavi Khaneghah A, Barba FJ, Munekata PES, Lorenzo JM. Physicochemical Characterization, Antioxidant Activity, and Phenolic Compounds of Hawthorn (Crataegus spp.) Fruits Species for Potential Use in Food Applications. Foods. 2020 Apr 4;9(4):436. doi: 10.3390/foods9040436. PMID: 32260449; PMCID: PMC7230283.
  3. Zhang LL, Zhang LF, Xu JG. Chemical composition, antibacterial activity and action mechanism of different extracts from hawthorn (Crataegus pinnatifida Bge.). Sci Rep. 2020 Jun 1;10(1):8876. doi: 10.1038/s41598-020-65802-7. PMID: 32483369; PMCID: PMC7264281.
  4. Zhang Q, Xiong Y, Li B, Deng GY, Fu WW, Cao BC, Zong SH, Zeng GF. Total flavonoids of hawthorn leaves promote motor function recovery via inhibition of apoptosis after spinal cord injury. Neural Regen Res. 2021 Feb;16(2):350-356. doi: 10.4103/1673-5374.286975. PMID: 32859797.

References for EXERCISE: Exercise for Hamstring Stretching and Flexibility

  1. Min-Hyeok Kang, Doh-Heon Jung, Duk-Hyun An, Won-Gyu Yoo, Jae-Seop Oh: Acute Effects Of Hamstring-Stretching Exercises On The Kinematics Of The Lumbar Spine And Hip During Stoop Lifting. J Back Musculoskelet Rehabil 2013;26(3):329-36
  2. Medeiros DM, Cini A, Sbruzzi G, Lima CS. Influence of static stretching on hamstring flexibility in healthy young adults: Systematic review and meta-analysis. Physiother Theory Pract. 2016 Aug;32(6):438-445. doi: 10.1080/09593985.2016.1204401. Epub 2016 Jul 26.PMID: 27458757 Review.
  3. Lempke L, Wilkinson R, Murray C, Stanek J. The Effectiveness of PNF Versus Static Stretching on Increasing Hip-Flexion Range of Motion. J Sport Rehabil. 2018 May 1;27(3):289-294. doi: 10.1123/jsr.2016-0098. Epub 2018 May 22.PMID: 28182516 Review.
  4. Borman NP, Trudelle-Jackson E, Smith SS. Effect of stretch positions on hamstring muscle length, lumbar flexion range of motion, and lumbar curvature in healthy adults. Physiother Theory Pract. 2011 Feb;27(2):146-54. doi: 10.3109/09593981003703030. Epub 2010 Aug 8.PMID: 20690869 Clinical Trial.
  5. Moreside JM, McGill SM. Improvements in hip flexibility do not transfer to mobility in functional movement patterns J Strength Cond Res. 2013 Oct;27(10):2635-43. doi: 10.1519/JSC.0b013e318295d521.PMID: 23591949 Clinical Trial.

References for FEATURE:  The Effect of Touch in Ashburn Chiropractic Treatment

  1. Nathan Hinkeldey, Casey Okamoto, Jamal Khan: Spinal Manipulation and Select Manual Therapies: Current Perspectives. Phys Med Rehabil Clin N Am 2020;31(4):593-608
  2. Ernst E. United Kingdom back pain exercise and manipulation (UK BEAM) trial: touch may have had non-specific effect, among other things. BMJ. 2005;330(7492):673-674. doi:10.1136/bmj.330.7492.673-c
  3. Gudavalli R, Cox J: Real-time force feedback during flexion-distraction procedure for low back pain: A pilot study. J Can Chiropr Assoc 2014; 58(2):193-197
  4. Gudavalli MR, Vining RD, Salsbury SA, Corber LG, Long CR, Patwardhan AG, Goertz CM. Clinician proficiency in delivering manual treatment for neck pain within specified force ranges. Spine J. 2015 Apr 1;15(4):570-6. doi: 10.1016/j.spinee.2014.10.016. Epub 2014 Oct 22.
  5. Gudavalli MR, Salsbury SA, Vining RD, Long CR, Corber L, Patwardhan AG, Goertz CM. Development of an attention-touch control for manual cervical distraction: a pilot randomized clinical trial for patients with neck pain. Trials. 2015 Jun 5;16:259. doi: 10.1186/s13063-015-0770-6. PMID: 26044576; PMCID: PMC4460764.
  6. Gudavalli MR, Vining RD, Salsbury SA, Goertz CM. Training and certification of doctors of chiropractic in delivering manual cervical traction forces: Results of a longitudinal observational study. J Chiropr Educ. 2014 Sep 19.
  7. Gudavalli R, Potluri T, Carandang G et al. Intradiscal Pressure Changes during Manual Cervical Distraction: A Cadaveric Study. Evidence-Based Complementary and Alternative Medicine, vol. 2013, Article ID 954134, 10 pages, 2013.
  8. Gudavalli MR: Chapter 6: Biomechanics Research on Flexion-Distraction Procedure In Cox JM: Low Back Pain: Mechanism, Diagnosis, Treatment 7th edition. Philadelphia: Wolters Kluwer Lippincott Williams & Wilkins, 2011. pages 212-225

References for SPINE: Ashburn Abdominal Pain with Thoracic Disc Herniation

  1. Ishii M, Nishimura Y, Hara M, Eguchi K, Nagashima Y, Awaya T, Ando R, Haimoto S, Wakabayashi T. Thoracic Disc Herniation Manifesting as Abdominal Pain Alone Associated with Thoracic Radiculopathy. NMC Case Rep J. 2020 Sep 15;7(4):161-165. doi: 10.2176/nmccrj.cr.2019-0247. PMID: 33062562; PMCID: PMC7538457.
  2. Butenschoen VM, Hoenikl L, Deschauer M, Meyer B, Gempt J. Bilateral thoracic disc herniation with abdominal wall paresis: a case report. Acta Neurochir (Wien). 2020 Sep;162(9):2055-2059. doi: 10.1007/s00701-020-04431-5. Epub 2020 Jun 4. PMID: 32500255.
  3. Bouthors C, Benzakour A, Court C. Surgical treatment of thoracic disc herniation: an overview. Int Orthop. 2019 Apr;43(4):807-816. doi: 10.1007/s00264-018-4224-0. Epub 2018 Nov 8. PMID: 30406842.

References for HEALTHY NEWS – November 2020

  1. Wilson F, Ardern CL, Hartvigsen J, Dane K, Trompeter K, Trease L, Vinther A, Gissane C, McDonnell SJ, Caneiro JP, Newlands C, Wilkie K, Mockler D, Thornton JS. Prevalence and risk factors for back pain in sports: a systematic review with meta-analysis. Br J Sports Med. 2020 Oct 19:bjsports-2020-102537. doi: 10.1136/bjsports-2020-102537. Epub ahead of print. PMID: 33077481.
  2. Kent JB, Tanabe KO, Muthusubramanian A, Statuta SM, MacKnight JM. Complementary and Alternative Medicine Prescribing Practices Among Sports Medicine Providers. Altern Ther Health Med. 2020 Sep;26(5):28-32. PMID: 32663181.
  3. Stussman BJ, Nahin RR, Barnes PM, Ward BW. U.S. Physician Recommendations to Their Patients About the Use of Complementary Health Approaches. J Altern Complement Med. 2020 Jan;26(1):25-33. doi: 10.1089/acm.2019.0303. Epub 2019 Dec 2. PMID: 31763927; PMCID: PMC6998052.
  4. Ortega RMª, Jiménez Ortega AI, Martínez García RM, Cuadrado Soto E, Aparicio A, López-Sobaler AM. Nutrición en la prevención y el control de la osteoporosis [Nutrition in the prevention and control of osteoporosis]. Nutr Hosp. 2020 Sep 30. Spanish. doi: 10.20960/nh.03360. Epub ahead of print. PMID: 32993301.

References for EXERCISE: Gentle Exercise for Chronic Low Back Pain: Yoga, Walking, MCE

  1. Nduwimana I, Nindorera F, Thonnard JL, Kossi O. Effectiveness of walking versus mind-body therapies in chronic low back pain: A systematic review and meta-analysis of recent randomized controlled trials. Medicine (Baltimore). 2020 Aug 28;99(35):e21969. doi: 10.1097/MD.0000000000021969. PMID: 32871946; PMCID: PMC7458239.
  2. Zhu F, Zhang M, Wang D, Hong Q, Zeng C, Chen W. Yoga compared to non-exercise or physical therapy exercise on pain, disability, and quality of life for patients with chronic low back pain: A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials. PLoS One. 2020 Sep 1;15(9):e0238544. doi: 10.1371/journal.pone.0238544. PMID: 32870936; PMCID: PMC7462307.
  3. Saragiotto BT, Maher CG, Yamato TP, Costa LO, Menezes Costa LC, Ostelo RW, Macedo LG. Motor control exercise for chronic non-specific low-back pain. Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2016 Jan 8;(1):CD012004. doi: 10.1002/14651858.CD012004. PMID: 26742533.

References for FEATURE:  Chiropractic Strives to Meet Ashburn Back Pain Patient Expectations

  1. Carol A Mancuso, Roland Duculan, Frank P Cammisa, Andrew A Sama, Alexander P Hughes, Darren R Lebl, Jingyan Yang, Hassan M K Ghomrawi, Federico P Girardi: Concordance Between Patients' and Surgeons' Expectations of Lumbar Surgery. Spine (Phila Pa 1976) 2020
  2. Camille Daste, Hendy Abdoul, Frantz Foissac, Marie-Martine Lefèvre-Colau, Serge Poiraudeau, François Rannou, Christelle Nguyen: Patient Acceptable Symptom State For Patient-Reported Outcomes In People With Non-Specific Chronic Low Back Pain. Ann Phys Rehabil Med 2020;S1877-0657(20)30200-1
  3. Salmi LR, Côté P, Cedraschi C. Covering patient's perspective in case-based critical review articles to improve shared decision making in complex cases. Health Expect. 2020 Jul 23. doi: 10.1111/hex.13108. Epub ahead of print. PMID: 32700821.
  4. Reisener MJ, Hughes AP, Schadler P, Forman A, Sax OC, Shue J, Cammisa FP, Sama AA, Girardi FP, Mancuso CA. Expectations of Lumbar Surgery Outcomes among Opioid Users Compared with Non-Users. Asian Spine J. 2020 Oct;14(5):663-672. doi: 10.31616/asj.2020.0114. Epub 2020 Aug 20. PMID: 32810977; PMCID: PMC7595819.
  5. Hayden JA, Wilson MN, Riley RD, Iles R, Pincus T, Ogilvie R. Individual recovery expectations and prognosis of outcomes in non-specific low back pain: prognostic factor review. Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2019 Nov 25;2019(11):CD011284. doi: 10.1002/14651858.CD011284.pub2. PMID: 31765487; PMCID: PMC6877336.

References for NUTRITION: Tea for Osteoarthritis – A tasty Addition to the Chiropractic Treatment Plan

  1. Chen R, Liu S, Huang M, Ou Y, Liu W, Cui R, Yuan L, Xie Z, Sheng Z, Liu H. The Value of Historical Height Loss for Detecting Vertebral Fractures in Postmenopausal Women in China. Endocr Res. 2020 Oct 12:1-6. doi: 10.1080/07435800.2020.1827263. Epub ahead of print. PMID: 33043720.
  2. Nakano M, Nakamura Y, Suzuki T, Takahashi J, Shiraki M. Spinal Osteoarthritis Is Associated With Stature Loss Independently of Incident Vertebral Fracture in Postmenopausal Women. Spine (Phila Pa 1976). 2020 Nov 1;45(21):E1400-E1404. doi: 10.1097/BRS.0000000000003625. PMID: 32796463.
  3. Luk HY, Appell C, Chyu MC, Chen CH, Wang CY, Yang RS, Shen CL. Impacts of Green Tea on Joint and Skeletal Muscle Health: Prospects of Translational Nutrition. Antioxidants (Basel). 2020 Oct 28;9(11):E1050. doi: 10.3390/antiox9111050. PMID: 33126483.
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References for HEALTHY NEWS – December 2020

  1. Kiani AK, Maltese PE, Dautaj A, Paolacci S, Kurti D, Picotti PM, Bertelli M. Neurobiological basis of chiropractic manipulative treatment of the spine in the care of major depression. Acta Biomed. 2020 Nov 9;91(13-S):e2020006. doi: 10.23750/abm.v91i13-S.10536. PMID: 33170171.
  2. Harmsen JF, Sistig A, Fasse A, Hackl M, Wegmann K, Behringer M. Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation Reduces Leg Cramps in Patients With Lumbar Degenerative Disorders: A Randomized Placebo-Controlled Trial. Neuromodulation. 2020 Nov 9. doi: 10.1111/ner.13315. Epub ahead of print. PMID: 33169444.
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References for SPINE: Relief for Ashburn Dizziness and Neck Pain

  1. Sung YH. Upper cervical spine dysfunction and dizziness. J Exerc Rehabil. 2020 Oct 27;16(5):385-391. doi: 10.12965/jer.2040612.306. PMID: 33178639; PMCID: PMC7609854.
  2. Chu ECP, Chin WL, Bhaumik A. Cervicogenic dizziness. Oxf Med Case Reports. 2019 Dec 9;2019(11):476-478. doi: 10.1093/omcr/omz115. eCollection 2019 Nov.PMID: 31844531 Free PMC article.
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References for NUTRITION:  Overall Death and Cardiovascular Disease Rates Reduced with Glucosamine / Chondroitin Use

  1. Bell GA, Kantor ED, Lampe JW, Shen DD, White E. Use of glucosamine and chondroitin in relation to mortality. Eur J Epidemiol. 2012 Aug;27(8):593-603. doi: 10.1007/s10654-012-9714-6. Epub 2012 Jul 25. PMID: 22828954; PMCID: PMC3557824.
  2. Ma H, Li X, Sun D, Zhou T, Ley SH, Gustat J, Heianza Y, Qi L. Association of habitual glucosamine use with risk of cardiovascular disease: prospective study in UK Biobank. BMJ. 2019 May 14;365:l1628. doi: 10.1136/bmj.l1628. PMID: 31088786; PMCID: PMC6515311.
  3. Yeager S: Glucosamine Supplements May Reduce Risk of Early Death As Much as Exercise.
  4. But that doesn’t mean you should take a supplement and skip your workout. Bicycling (online), 12/9/2020.
  5. King DE, Xiang J. Glucosamine/Chondroitin and Mortality in a US NHANES Cohort. J Am Board Fam Med. 2020 Nov-Dec;33(6):842-847. doi: 10.3122/jabfm.2020.06.200110. PMID: 33219063.

References for EXERCISE: Olympians & You: Get Pain, Get Relief, Get Back to Life & Exercise Year-Round

  1. Palmer D, Cooper DJ, Emery C, Batt ME, Engebretsen L, Scammell BE, Schamasch P, Shroff M, Soligard T, Steffen K, Whittaker JL, Budgett R. Self-reported sports injuries and later-life health status in 3357 retired Olympians from 131 countries: a cross-sectional survey among those competing in the games between London 1948 and PyeongChang 2018. Br J Sports Med. 2020 Nov 9:bjsports-2019-101772. doi: 10.1136/bjsports-2019-101772. Epub ahead of print. PMID: 33168580.
  2. Wennman H, Borodulin K. Associations between physical activity types and reaching the physical activity guidelines: The FinHealth 2017 Study. Scand J Med Sci Sports. 2020 Sep 29. doi: 10.1111/sms.13840. Epub ahead of print. PMID: 32996175.

References for FEATURE: Ashburn Back Pain Relief with Chiropractic

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  3. Weeks WB, Leininger B, Whedon JM, Lurie JD, Tosteson TD, Swenson R, O'Malley AJ, Goertz CM. The Association Between Use of Chiropractic Care and Costs of Care Among Older Medicare Patients With Chronic Low Back Pain and Multiple Comorbidities. J Manipulative Physiol Ther. 2016 Feb;39(2):63-75.e2. doi: 10.1016/j.jmpt.2016.01.006. Epub 2016 Feb 19. PMID: 26907615; PMCID: PMC4834378.
  4. Long CR, Lisi AJ, Vining RD, Wallace RB, Salsbury SA, Shannon ZK, Halloran S, Minkalis AL, Corber L, Shekelle PG, Krebs EE, Abrams TE, Lurie JD, Goertz CM. Veteran Response to Dosage in Chiropractic Therapy (VERDICT): Study Protocol of a Pragmatic Randomized Trial for Chronic Low Back Pain. Pain Med. 2020 Dec 12;21(Suppl 2):S37-S44. doi: 10.1093/pm/pnaa289. PMID: 33313732; PMCID: PMC7734654.
  5. Cox, JM, Feller JA, Cox JA: Distraction Chiropractic Adjusting: Clinical Application, Treatment Algorithms, and Clinical Outcomes of 1000 Cases Studied. Topics in Clinical Chiropractic 1996; (3)3:45-59, 79-81
  6. Goertz CM, Long CR, Vining RD, Pohlman KA, Walter J, Coulter I. Effect of Usual Medical Care Plus Chiropractic Care vs Usual Medical Care Alone on Pain and Disability Among US Service Members With Low Back Pain: A Comparative Effectiveness Clinical Trial. JAMA Netw Open. 2018 May 18;1(1):e180105. doi: 10.1001/jamanetworkopen.2018.0105.PMID: 30646047 Free PMC article. Clinical Trial.

References for SPINE: Relieving Ashburn Chiropractic Spine Care

  1. Wong JJ, Côté P, Tricco AC, Watson T, Rosella LC. Assessing the validity of health administrative data compared to population health survey data for the measurement of low back pain. Pain. 2021 Jan;162(1):219-226. doi: 10.1097/j.pain.0000000000002003. PMID: 32910631; PMCID: PMC7737881.
  2. Nielsen J, Glissmann Nim C, O'Neill S, Boyle E, Hartvigsen J, Kawchuk GN. Self-reports vs. physical measures of spinal stiffness. PeerJ. 2020 Dec 7;8:e9598. doi: 10.7717/peerj.9598. PMID: 33354411; PMCID: PMC7727369.
  3. Nim CG, Lauridsen HH, O'Neill S, Goncalves G, Jensen RK, Leboeuf-Yde C. Chiropractic conservatism among chiropractic students in Denmark: prevalence and consequences. Chiropr Man Therap. 2020 Dec 4;28(1):64. doi: 10.1186/s12998-020-00352-3. PMID: 33272303; PMCID: PMC7716499.
  4. Whedon JM, Toler AWJ, Kazal LA, Bezdjian S, Goehl JM, Greenstein J. Impact of Chiropractic Care on Use of Prescription Opioids in Patients with Spinal Pain. Pain Med. 2020 Dec 25;21(12):3567-3573. doi: 10.1093/pm/pnaa014. PMID: 32142140.
  5. Leach RA. Full-Coverage Chiropractic in Medicare: A Proposal to Eliminate Inequities, Improve Outcomes, and Reduce Health Disparities Without Increasing Overall Program Costs. J Chiropr Humanit. 2020 Dec 7;27:29-36. doi: 10.1016/j.echu.2020.10.002. PMID: 33324134; PMCID: PMC7729103.

References for Healthy News - JANUARY 2021

  1. Leach RA. Full-Coverage Chiropractic in Medicare: A Proposal to Eliminate Inequities, Improve Outcomes, and Reduce Health Disparities Without Increasing Overall Program Costs. J Chiropr Humanit. 2020 Dec 7;27:29-36. doi: 10.1016/j.echu.2020.10.002. PMID: 33324134; PMCID: PMC7729103.
  2. Askew JJ, Kranz KC, Whalen WM. Federal Employees' Compensation Act and Mandating the Use of X-ray for Chiropractic Management of Federal Employees: An Exploration of Concerns and a Call to Action. J Chiropr Humanit. 2020 Dec 7;27:11-20. doi: 10.1016/j.echu.2020.10.005. PMID: 33324132; PMCID: PMC7729097.
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  4. King DE, Xiang J. Glucosamine/Chondroitin and Mortality in a US NHANES Cohort. J Am Board Fam Med. 2020 Nov-Dec;33(6):842-847. doi: 10.3122/jabfm.2020.06.200110. PMID: 33219063.
  5. Bell GA, Kantor ED, Lampe JW, Shen DD, White E. Use of glucosamine and chondroitin in relation to mortality. Eur J Epidemiol. 2012;27(8):593-603. doi:10.1007/s10654-012-9714-6
  6. Ma H, Li X, Sun D, Zhou T, Ley SH, Gustat J, Heianza Y, Qi L. Association of habitual glucosamine use with risk of cardiovascular disease: prospective study in UK Biobank. BMJ. 2019 May 14;365:l1628. doi: 10.1136/bmj.l1628. PMID: 31088786; PMCID: PMC6515311.

References for NUTRITION: Melatonin Reduces Inflammation-Related Back Pain

  1. Zhang Y, He F, Chen Z, Su Q, Yan M, Zhang Q, Tan J, Qian L, Han Y. Melatonin modulates IL-1β-induced extracellular matrix remodeling in human nucleus pulposus cells and attenuates rat intervertebral disc degeneration and inflammation. Aging (Albany NY). 2019 Nov 26;11(22):10499-10512. doi: 10.18632/aging.102472. Epub 2019 Nov 26. PMID: 31772145; PMCID: PMC6914432.
  2. Chen F, Jiang G, Liu H, Li Z, Pei Y, Wang H, Pan H, Cui H, Long J, Wang J, Zheng Z. Melatonin alleviates intervertebral disc degeneration by disrupting the IL-1β/NF-κB-NLRP3 inflammasome positive feedback loop. Bone Res. 2020 Feb 18;8:10. doi: 10.1038/s41413-020-0087-2. PMID: 32133213; PMCID: PMC7028926.
  3. Chen F, Liu H, Wang X, Li Z, Zhang J, Pei Y, Zheng Z, Wang J. Melatonin activates autophagy via the NF-κB signaling pathway to prevent extracellular matrix degeneration in intervertebral disc. Osteoarthritis Cartilage. 2020 Aug;28(8):1121-1132. doi: 10.1016/j.joca.2020.05.011. Epub 2020 May 26. PMID: 32470597.
  4. Favero G, Franceschetti L, Bonomini F, Rodella LF, Rezzani R. Melatonin as an Anti-Inflammatory Agent Modulating Inflammasome Activation. Int J Endocrinol. 2017;2017:1835195. doi: 10.1155/2017/1835195. Epub 2017 Oct 1. PMID: 29104591; PMCID: PMC5643098.

References for EXERCISE: Exercise and Manipulation for Diffusion of Water into Disc

  1. Owen PJ, Miller CT, Rantalainen T, Simson KJ, Connell D, Hahne AJ, Trudel G, Ford JJ, Belavy DL. Exercise for the intervertebral disc: a 6-month randomised controlled trial in chronic low back pain. Eur Spine J. 2020 Aug;29(8):1887-1899. doi: 10.1007/s00586-020-06379-7. Epub 2020 Mar 24. PMID: 32211998.
  2. Wong AYL, Parent EC, Dhillon SS, Prasad N, Samartzis D6, Kawchuk GN3. Differential patient responses to spinal manipulative therapy and their relation to spinal degeneration and post-treatment changes in disc diffusion. Eur Spine J. 2019 Jan 2. doi: 10.1007/s00586-018-5851-2.
  3. Mitchell UH, Helgeson K, Mintken P. Physiological effects of physical therapy interventions on lumbar intervertebral discs: A systematic review. Physiother Theory Pract. 2017 Sep;33(9):695-705. doi: 10.1080/09593985.2017.1345026. Epub 2017 Jul 17. PMID: 28715273.
  4. Beattie PF, Butts R, Donley JW, Liuzzo DM. The within-session change in low back pain intensity following spinal manipulative therapy is related to differences in diffusion of water in the intervertebral discs of the upper lumbar spine and L5-S1. J Orthop Sports Phys Ther. 2014 Jan;44(1):19-29. doi: 10.2519/jospt.2014.4967. Epub 2013 Nov 21. PMID: 24261925.

References for FEATURE: Ashburn Chiropractic Visits Work

  1. Wong YK, Tan KL, Haneline MT: Chiropractic Utilization Among Patients in Klang Valley, Malaysia. J Chiropr Med. 2020 Sep;19(3):159-166.
  2. English C: “One in Four Americans Sought Care for Neck and Back Pain Last Year,” Gallup.com, accessed November 2018: http://www.gallup.com/poll/194984/one-four-adults-sought-care-neck-back-pain-last-year.aspx?g_source=Well-Being&g_medium=newsfeed&g_campaign=tiles
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  5. Herman PM, Edgington SE, Ryan GW, Coulter ID. Prevalence and Characteristics of Chronic Spinal Pain Patients with Different Hopes (Treatment Goals) for Ongoing Chiropractic Care. J Altern Complement Med. 2019 Oct;25(10):1015-1025. doi: 10.1089/acm.2019.0247. Epub 2019 Aug 27. PMID: 31453711; PMCID: PMC6802729.

References for SPINE: Relaxing Effects of Ashburn Chiropractic Care

  1. Win NN, Jorgensen AM, Chen YS, Haneline MT. Effects of Upper and Lower Cervical Spinal Manipulative Therapy on Blood Pressure and Heart Rate Variability in Volunteers and Patients With Neck Pain: A Randomized Controlled, Cross-Over, Preliminary Study. J Chiropr Med. 2015 Mar;14(1):1-9. doi: 10.1016/j.jcm.2014.12.005. Epub 2015 Feb 7. PMID: 26693212; PMCID: PMC4371115.
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References for Healthy News - FEBRUARY 2021

  1. Choo EK, Charlesworth CJ, Gu Y, Livingston CJ, McConnell KJ. Increased Use of Complementary and Alternative Therapies for Back Pain Following Statewide Medicaid Coverage Changes in Oregon. J Gen Intern Med. 2021 Jan 14. doi: 10.1007/s11606-020-06352-6. Epub ahead of print. PMID: 33443692.
  2. Taylor SL, Hoggatt KJ, Kligler B. Complementary and Integrated Health Approaches: What Do Veterans Use and Want. J Gen Intern Med. 2019 Jul;34(7):1192-1199. doi: 10.1007/s11606-019-04862-6. Epub 2019 Apr 22. PMID: 31011973; PMCID: PMC6614301.
  3. Haldeman S, Nordin M, Tavares P, Mullerpatan R, Kopansky-Giles D, Setlhare V, Chou R, Hurwitz E, Treanor C, Hartvigsen J, Schneider M, Gay R, Moss J, Haldeman J, Gryfe D, Wilkey A, Brown R, Outerbridge G, Eberspaecher S, Carroll L, Engelbrecht R, Graham K, Cashion N, Ince S, Moon E. Distance Management of Spinal Disorders in the COVID-19 pandemic and beyond: Evidence-based Patient and Clinician Guides from the Global Spine Care Initiative. JMIR Public Health Surveill. 2021 Jan 19. doi: 10.2196/25484. Epub ahead of print. PMID: 33471778.
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References for NUTRITION: The Not so “micro”nutrient to Fight Inflammation: Selenium

  1. Kamierczak-Baraska J, Boguszewska K, Karwowski BT. Nutrition Can Help DNA Repair in the Case of Aging. Nutrients. 2020 Nov 1;12(11):3364. doi: 10.3390/nu12113364. PMID: 33139613; PMCID: PMC7692274.
  2. Giacconi R, Chiodi L, Boccoli G, Costarelli L, Piacenza F, Provinciali M, Malavolta M. Reduced levels of plasma selenium are associated with increased inflammation and cardiovascular disease in an Italian elderly population. Exp Gerontol. 2021 Mar;145:111219. doi: 10.1016/j.exger.2020.111219. Epub 2020 Dec 26. PMID: 33373712.
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  4. Vaghari-Tabari M, Jafari-Gharabaghlou D, Sadeghsoltani F, Hassanpour P, Qujeq D, Rashtchizadeh N, Ghorbanihaghjo A. Zinc and Selenium in Inflammatory Bowel Disease: Trace Elements with Key Roles? Biol Trace Elem Res. 2020 Oct 23. doi: 10.1007/s12011-020-02444-w. Epub ahead of print. PMID: 33098076.

References for EXERCISE: Exercise for Back Pain Relief & Better Sleep

  1. Pourahmadi M, Koes BW, Nazemipour M, Mansournia MA. It is Time to Change Our Mindset and Perform More High-quality Research in Low Back Pain. Spine (Phila Pa 1976). 2021 Jan 15;46(2):69-71. doi: 10.1097/BRS.0000000000003712. PMID: 32991518.
  2. Kolber MR, Ton J, Thomas B, et al. PEER systematic review of randomized controlled trials: Management of chronic low back pain in primary care. Can Fam Physician. 2021 Jan;67(1):e20-e30. doi: 10.46747/cfp.6701e20. PMID: 33483410; PMCID: PMC7822613.
  3. Glavin EE, Matthew J, Spaeth AM. Gender Differences in the Relationship Between Exercise, Sleep, and Mood in Young Adults. Health Educ Behav. 2021 Feb 12:1090198120986782. doi: 10.1177/1090198120986782. Epub ahead of print. PMID: 33576253.

References for Feature: Benefits Of Integrating Ashburn Chiropractic For Pain Relief

  1. Znidarsic J, Kirksey KN, Dombrowski SM, et al. "Living Well with Chronic Pain": Integrative Pain Management via Shared Medical Appointments. Pain Med. 2021 Feb 4;22(1):181-190. doi: 10.1093/pm/pnaa418. PMID: 33543263; PMCID: PMC7861469.
  2. Zeliadt SB, Coggeshall S, Gelman H, Shin MH, Elwy AR, Bokhour BG, Taylor SL. Assessing the Relative Effectiveness of Combining Self-Care with Practitioner-Delivered Complementary and Integrative Health Therapies to Improve Pain in a Pragmatic Trial. Pain Med. 2020 Dec 12;21(Suppl 2):S100-S109. doi: 10.1093/pm/pnaa349. PMID: 33313736; PMCID: PMC7825025.
  3. Mccubbin T, Kempe KL, Beck A. Complementary and Alternative Medicine in an Integrated Health Care Delivery System: Users of Chiropractic, Acupuncture, and Massage Services. Perm J. 2017;21:16-172. doi: 10.7812/TPP/16-172. PMID: 28746026; PMCID: PMC5528844.
  4. Roseen EJ, Kasali BA, Corcoran K, Masselli K, Laird L, Saper RB, Alford DP, Cohen E, Lisi A, Atlas SJ, Bean JF, Evans R, Bussières A. Doctors of chiropractic working with or within integrated healthcare delivery systems: a scoping review protocol. BMJ Open. 2021 Jan 25;11(1):e043754. doi: 10.1136/bmjopen-2020-043754. PMID: 33495261; PMCID: PMC7839851.

References for SPINE:  Mindful Ashburn Spine Care for Back Pain Relief

  1. Yüksel A, Çetinkaya F, Karakoyun A. The effect of mindfulness-based therapy on psychiatric symptoms, psychological well-being, and pain beliefs in patients with lumbar disk herniation. Perspect Psychiatr Care. 2021 Jan;57(1):335-342. doi: 10.1111/ppc.12568. Epub 2020 Jun 28. PMID: 32596823.
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References for Healthy News – MARCH 2021

  1. Connor JP, Bernstein C, Kilgore K, Rist PM, Osypiuk K, Kowalski M, Wayne PM. Perceptions of Chiropractic Care Among Women With Migraine: A Qualitative Substudy Using a Grounded-Theory Framework. J Manipulative Physiol Ther. 2021 Jan 8:S0161-4754(20)30148-2. doi: 10.1016/j.jmpt.2020.07.001. Epub ahead of print. PMID: 33431279.
  2. Beeram I, Mortensen SJ, Yeritsyan D, Momenzadeh K, von Keudell A, Nazarian A. Multivitamins and risk of fragility hip fracture: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Arch Osteoporos. 2021 Feb 11;16(1):29. doi: 10.1007/s11657-021-00893-x. PMID: 33575883.

References for NUTRITION: Multivitamin Use Reduces Hip Fracture Risk

  1. Merlijn T, Swart KMA, van der Horst HE, Netelenbos JC, Elders PJM. Fracture prevention by screening for high fracture risk: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Osteoporos Int. 2020 Feb;31(2):251-257. doi: 10.1007/s00198-019-05226-w. Epub 2019 Dec 14. PMID: 31838551; PMCID: PMC7010619.
  2. Mortensen SJ, Mohamadi A, Wright CL, Chan JJ, Weaver MJ, von Keudell A, Nazarian A. Medications as a Risk Factor for Fragility Hip Fractures: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis. Calcif Tissue Int. 2020 Jul;107(1):1-9. doi: 10.1007/s00223-020-00688-1. Epub 2020 Apr 7. PMID: 32253446.
  3. Beeram I, Mortensen SJ, Yeritsyan D, Momenzadeh K, von Keudell A, Nazarian A. Multivitamins and risk of fragility hip fracture: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Arch Osteoporos. 2021 Feb 11;16(1):29. doi: 10.1007/s11657-021-00893-x. PMID: 33575883.

References for EXERCISE: Ashburn Back Pain Relief in Women Tied to Exercise

  1. Kato S, Demura S, Shinmura K, Yokogawa N, Kabata T, Matsubara H, Kajino Y, Igarashi K, Inoue D, Kurokawa Y, Oku N, Tsuchiya H. Association of low back pain with muscle weakness, decreased mobility function, and malnutrition in older women: A cross-sectional study. PLoS One. 2021 Jan 25;16(1):e0245879. doi: 10.1371/journal.pone.0245879. PMID: 33493191; PMCID: PMC7833166.
  2. Kolber MR, Ton J, Thomas B, Kirkwood J, Moe S, Dugré N, Chan K, Lindblad AJ, McCormack J, Garrison S, Allan GM, Korownyk CS, Craig R, Sept L, Rouble AN, Perry D. PEER systematic review of randomized controlled trials: Management of chronic low back pain in primary care. Can Fam Physician. 2021 Jan;67(1):e20-e30. doi: 10.46747/cfp.6701e20. PMID: 33483410; PMCID: PMC7822613.

References for FEATURE: The Value of Ashburn Chiropractic Research

  1. Pourahmadi M, Koes BW, Nazemipour M, Mansournia MA. It is Time to Change Our Mindset and Perform More High-quality Research in Low Back Pain. Spine (Phila Pa 1976). 2021 Jan 15;46(2):69-71. doi: 10.1097/BRS.0000000000003712. PMID: 32991518.
  2. Haase I, Kladny B. Clinical Relevance of Changes in Pain Intensity in Patients with Specific Back Pain. Z Orthop Unfall. 2021 Jan 18. English, German. doi: 10.1055/a-1304-3677. Epub ahead of print. PMID: 33461231.
  3. Coulter ID, Herman PM. The research crisis in American institutions of complementary and integrative health: one proposed solution for chiropractic profession. Chiropr Man Therap. 2019 Jun 17;27:32. doi: 10.1186/s12998-019-0251-1. PMID: 31236209; PMCID: PMC6572733.
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References for SPINE: Chiropractic Help for Neck Pain & Headache due to Mask-Wearing

  1. Jose S, Cyriac MC, Dhandapani M. Health Problems and Skin Damages Caused by Personal Protective Equipment: Experience of Frontline Nurses Caring for Critical COVID-19 Patients in Intensive Care Units. Indian J Crit Care Med. 2021 Feb;25(2):134-139. doi: 10.5005/jp-journals-10071-23713. PMID: 33707889; PMCID: PMC7922454.
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References for NUTRITION: Vitamin D Deficiency and Hearing Loss

  1. Szeto B, Valentini C, Lalwani AK. Low vitamin D status is associated with hearing loss in the elderly: a cross-sectional study. Am J Clin Nutr. 2021 Feb 2;113(2):456-466. doi: 10.1093/ajcn/nqaa310. PMID: 33247302.
  2. Karaer I, Akaln Y. Low vitamin B12 level and vitamin D level adversely affect on cochlear health in women. Int J Vitam Nutr Res. 2020 Jun;90(3-4):333-338. doi: 10.1024/0300-9831/a000616. Epub 2019 Oct 18. PMID: 31623529.
  3. Mehta CH, Close MF, Dornhoffer JR, Liu YF, Nguyen SA, McRackan TR, Meyer TA. Vitamin D Deficiency, Hypocalcemia, and Hearing Loss in Children. Otol Neurotol. 2020 Aug;41(7):940-947. doi: 10.1097/MAO.0000000000002676. PMID: 32658400.
  4. Ghazavi H, Kargoshaie AA, Jamshidi-Koohsari M. Investigation of vitamin D levels in patients with Sudden Sensory-Neural Hearing Loss and its effect on treatment. Am J Otolaryngol. 2020 Mar-Apr;41(2):102327. doi: 10.1016/j.amjoto.2019.102327. Epub 2019 Nov 12. PMID: 31735446.

References for EXERCISE: Exercise for Pain Relief and Prevention: 30 seconds Stretch

  1. Rodríguez-Sanz J, Malo-Urriés M, Lucha-López MO, Pérez-Bellmunt A, Carrasco-Uribarren A, Fanlo-Mazas P, Corral-de-Toro J, Hidalgo-García C. Effects of the Manual Therapy Approach of Segments C0-1 and C2-3 in the Flexion-Rotation Test in Patients with Chronic Neck Pain: A Randomized Controlled Trial. Int J Environ Res Public Health. 2021 Jan 17;18(2):753. doi: 10.3390/ijerph18020753. PMID: 33477316; PMCID: PMC7829773.
  2. Mansoori SS, Moustafa IM, Ahbouch A, Harrison DE. Optimal duration of stretching exercise in patients with chronic myofascial pain syndrome: A randomized controlled trial. J Rehabil Med. 2021 Jan 11;53(1):jrm00142. doi: 10.2340/16501977-2781. PMID: 33367925.
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References for Healthy News – APRIL 2021

 

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Reference for FEATURE: Addition of Ashburn Chiropractic Reduces Opioid Use

  1. Whedon JM, Toler AWJ, Goehl JM, Kazal LA. Association Between Utilization of Chiropractic Services for Treatment of Low-Back Pain and Use of Prescription Opioids. J Altern Complement Med. 2018 Jun;24(6):552-556. doi: 10.1089/acm.2017.0131. Epub 2018 Feb 22. PMID: 29470104.
  2. Rosa J, Burke JR. Changes in Opioid Therapy Use by an Interprofessional Primary Care Team: A Descriptive Study of Opioid Prescription Data. J Manipulative Physiol Ther. 2021 Apr 17:S0161-4754(21)00012-9. doi: 10.1016/j.jmpt.2021.01.003. Epub ahead of print. PMID: 33879351.

References for SPINE: Ashburn Stenosis Treatment Relieves Pain

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References for NUTRITION: Aloe, Broccoli & Grapeseed Oil for Degenerated Discs

  1. Ogunlade B, Fidelis OP, Adelakun SA. Preventive and Restorative Responses of Broccoli Sprouts on Biomechanical Structures, Histomorphometric, and Gene Expression Levels of Degenerated Intervertebral Disc in Rabbit Model. Asian Spine J. 2021 May 4. doi: 10.31616/asj.2020.0479. Epub ahead of print. PMID: 33934586.
  2. Ogunlade B, Fidelis OP, Adelakun SA, Adedotun OA. Grape seed extract inhibits nucleus pulposus cell apoptosis and attenuates annular puncture induced intervertebral disc degeneration in rabbit model. Anat Cell Biol. 2020 Sep 30;53(3):313-324. doi: 10.5115/acb.20.047. PMID: 32782235; PMCID: PMC7527127.
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References for Healthy News – MAY 2021

  1. Knechtle D, Schmid S, Suter M, Riner F, Moschini G, Senteler M, Schweinhardt P, Meier ML. Fear-avoidance beliefs are associated with reduced lumbar spine flexion during object lifting in pain-free adults. Pain. 2021 Jun 1;162(6):1621-1631. doi: 10.1097/j.pain.0000000000002170. PMID: 33323888.
  2. Du J, Deng Y, Qiu Z, Sun G, Guo Y, Hei Z, Li X. Curcumin Alleviates Chronic Pain and Improves Cognitive Impairment via Enhancing Hippocampal Neurogenesis in Sciatic Nerve Constriction Rats. J Pain Res. 2021 Apr 20;14:1061-1070. doi: 10.2147/JPR.S299604. PMID: 33907454; PMCID: PMC8069680.

References for EXERCISE: Chiropractic Care for Forearm Pain: Computer Keyboard & Mouse

  1. Kane SF, Olewinski LH, Tamminga KS. Management of Chronic Tendon Injuries. Am Fam Physician. 2019 Aug 1;100(3):147-157. PMID: 31361101.
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  5. Jefferson-Falardeau J, Houle S. Chiropractic Management of a Patient With Radial Nerve Entrapment Symptoms: A Case Study. J Chiropr Med. 2019 Dec;18(4):327-334. doi: 10.1016/j.jcm.2019.07.003. Epub 2020 Jul 29. PMID: 32952479; PMCID: PMC7486464.

Reference for FEATURE: Ashburn Neck Pain and Dizziness

  1. Takahashi S. Importance of cervicogenic general dizziness. J Rural Med. 2018 May;13(1):48-56. doi: 10.2185/jrm.2958. Epub 2018 May 29. PMID: 29875897; PMCID: PMC5981019.
  2. Yang L, Chen J, Yang C, Pang X, Li D, Wu B, Wu Y, Lu X, Xu J, Chen X, Peng B. Cervical Intervertebral Disc Degeneration Contributes to Dizziness: A Clinical and Immunohistochemical Study. World Neurosurg. 2018 Nov;119:e686-e693. doi: 10.1016/j.wneu.2018.07.243. Epub 2018 Aug 6. PMID: 30092465.
  3. Tang-Hua Liu, Yan-Qing Liu, Bao-Gan Peng: Cervical Intervertebral Disc Degeneration And Dizziness. World J Clin Cases 2021;9(9):2146-2152
  4. Vindigni D, Zark L, Sundberg T, Leach M, Adams J, Azari MF. Chiropractic treatment of older adults with neck pain with or without headache or dizziness: analysis of 288 Australian chiropractors' self-reported views. Chiropr Man Therap. 2019 Dec 18;27:65. doi: 10.1186/s12998-019-0288-1. PMID: 31867101; PMCID: PMC6918629.

References for SPINE: Ashburn Chiropractic Tips for Safer Lifting

  1. Koopman AS, Näf M, Baltrusch SJ, Kingma I, Rodriguez-Guerrero C, Babi J, de Looze MP, van Dieën JH. Biomechanical evaluation of a new passive back support exoskeleton. J Biomech. 2020 May 22;105:109795. doi: 10.1016/j.jbiomech.2020.109795. Epub 2020 Apr 18. PMID: 32423541.
  2. Kingma I, Faber GS, van Dieën JH. Supporting the upper body with the hand on the thigh reduces back loading during lifting. J Biomech. 2016 Apr 11;49(6):881-889. doi: 10.1016/j.jbiomech.2015.09.035. Epub 2015 Oct 9. PMID: 26475223.

References for NUTRITION: Curcumin for Memory…and Sciatic Leg Pain

  1. Romero-Grimaldi C, Berrocoso E, Alba-Delgado C, Madrigal JL, Perez-Nievas BG, Leza JC, Mico JA. Stress Increases the Negative Effects of Chronic Pain on Hippocampal Neurogenesis. Anesth Analg. 2015 Oct;121(4):1078-88. doi: 10.1213/ANE.0000000000000838. PMID: 26218865.
  2. Du J, Deng Y, Qiu Z, Sun G, Guo Y, Hei Z, Li X. Curcumin Alleviates Chronic Pain and Improves Cognitive Impairment via Enhancing Hippocampal Neurogenesis in Sciatic Nerve Constriction Rats. J Pain Res. 2021 Apr 20;14:1061-1070. doi: 10.2147/JPR.S299604. PMID: 33907454; PMCID: PMC8069680.
  3. Sun J, Chen F, Braun C, Zhou YQ, Rittner H, Tian YK, Cai XY, Ye DW. Role of curcumin in the management of pathological pain. Phytomedicine. 2018 Sep 15;48:129-140. doi: 10.1016/j.phymed.2018.04.045. Epub 2018 Apr 17. PMID: 30195871.
  4. Eke-Okoro UJ, Raffa RB, Pergolizzi JV Jr, Breve F, Taylor R Jr; NEMA Research Group. Curcumin in turmeric: Basic and clinical evidence for a potential role in analgesia. J Clin Pharm Ther. 2018 Aug;43(4):460-466. doi: 10.1111/jcpt.12703. Epub 2018 May 2. PMID: 29722036.
  5. Saffarpour S, Janzadeh A, Rahimi B, Ramezani F, Nasirinezhad F. Chronic nanocurcumin treatment ameliorates pain-related behavior, improves spatial memory, and reduces hippocampal levels of IL-1β and TNFα in the chronic constriction injury model of neuropathic pain. Psychopharmacology (Berl). 2021 Mar;238(3):877-886. doi: 10.1007/s00213-020-05739-x. Epub 2021 Jan 6. PMID: 33404738.

References for Healthy News – JUNE 2021

  1. Maldaner N, Sosnova M, Zeitlberger AM, Ziga M, Gautschi OP, Regli L, Bozinov O, Weyerbrock A, Stienen MN. Responsiveness of the self-measured 6-minute walking test and the Timed Up and Go test in patients with degenerative lumbar disorders. J Neurosurg Spine. 2021 May 7. doi: 10.3171/2020.11.SPINE201621. Epub ahead of print. PMID: 33974372.
  2. Chen X, Hodges PW, James G, Diwan AD. Do Markers of Inflammation and/or Muscle Regeneration in Lumbar Multifidus Muscle and Fat Differ Between Individuals with Good or Poor Outcome Following Microdiscectomy for Lumbar Disc Herniation? Spine (Phila Pa 1976). 2021 May 15;46(10):678-686. doi: 10.1097/BRS.0000000000003863. PMID: 33290379.
  3. Deane JA, Lim AKP, Phillips ATM, McGregor AH. Symptomatic individuals with Lumbar Disc Degeneration use different anticipatory and compensatory kinematic strategies to asymptomatic controls in response to postural perturbation. Gait Posture. 2021 Apr 2:S0966-6362(21)00122-3. doi: 10.1016/j.gaitpost.2021.03.037. Epub ahead of print. PMID: 33980472.
  4. Gossrau G, Baum D, Koch T, Sabatowski R, Hummel T, Haehner A. Exposure to Odors Increases Pain Threshold in Chronic Low Back Pain Patients. Pain Med. 2020 Oct 1;21(10):2546-2551. doi: 10.1093/pm/pnaa072. PMID: 32289824.

References for EXERCISE: Breathing and Diaphragm Training for Spine Stability

  1. Izzo R, Guarnieri G, Guglielmi G, Muto M. Biomechanics of the spine. Part I: spinal stability. Eur J Radiol. 2013 Jan;82(1):118-26. doi: 10.1016/j.ejrad.2012.07.024. Epub 2012 Oct 22. PMID: 23088879.
  2. Kwon JW, Park SY, Baek KH, Youk K, Oh S. Breathing Exercise Called the Maximal Abdominal Contraction Maneuver. Medicina (Kaunas). 2021 Feb 2;57(2):129. doi: 10.3390/medicina57020129. PMID: 33540623; PMCID: PMC7913092.
  3. Ki C, Heo M, Kim HY, Kim EJ. The effects of forced breathing exercise on the lumbar stabilization in chronic low back pain patients. J Phys Ther Sci. 2016 Dec;28(12):3380-3383. doi: 10.1589/jpts.28.3380. Epub 2016 Dec 27. PMID: 28174456; PMCID: PMC5276765.
  4. Otadi K, Nakhostin Ansari N, Sharify S, Fakhari Z, Sarafraz H, Aria A, Rasouli O. Effects of combining diaphragm training with electrical stimulation on pain, function, and balance in athletes with chronic low back pain: a randomized clinical trial. BMC Sports Sci Med Rehabil. 2021 Mar 4;13(1):20. doi: 10.1186/s13102-021-00250-y. PMID: 33663607; PMCID: PMC7934526.
  5. Finta R, Nagy E, Bender T. The effect of diaphragm training on lumbar stabilizer muscles: a new concept for improving segmental stability in the case of low back pain. J Pain Res. 2018 Nov 28;11:3031-3045. doi: 10.2147/JPR.S181610. PMID: 30568484; PMCID: PMC6276912.

References for FEATURE: Ashburn Chiropractic Care to Increase Control of Back Pain

  1. Beynon AM, Walker BF. The best aspects of being a chiropractor. J Can Chiropr Assoc. 2021 Apr;65(1):59-65. PMID: 34035541; PMCID: PMC8128334.
  2. Anderson BR, Yakusheva O, Liu H, Bynum JPW, Davis MA. The Relationship Between Healthcare Provider Availability and Conservative Versus Non-conservative Treatment for Back Pain Among Older Americans. J Gen Intern Med. 2021 May 24. doi: 10.1007/s11606-021-06889-0. Epub ahead of print. PMID: 34031853. (I requested and received a copy of the full article from Dr. Anderson.)
  3. Cher BAY, Yakusheva O, Liu H, Bynum JPW, Davis MA. The Effect of Healthcare Provider Availability on Spine Spending. J Gen Intern Med. 2021 Mar;36(3):654-661. doi: 10.1007/s11606-020-06191-5. Epub 2020 Sep 15. PMID: 32935308; PMCID: PMC7947080.
  4. Kongsted A, Ris I, Kjaer P, Hartvigsen J. Self-management at the core of back pain care: 10 key points for clinicians. Braz J Phys Ther. 2021 May 24:S1413-3555(21)00053-8. doi: 10.1016/j.bjpt.2021.05.002. Epub ahead of print. PMID: 34116904.

References for SPINE: Thoracic Spine Chiropractic Treatment Helps Neck Pain…and more!  

  1. Erdem EU, Ünver B, Akbas E, Kinikli GI. Immediate effects of thoracic manipulation on cervical joint position sense in individuals with mechanical neck pain: A randomized controlled trial. J Back Musculoskelet Rehabil. 2021 Apr 23. doi: 10.3233/BMR-191798. Epub ahead of print. PMID: 33896804.
  2. Joshi S, Balthillaya G, Neelapala YVR. Immediate effects of cervicothoracic junction mobilization versus thoracic manipulation on the range of motion and pain in mechanical neck pain with cervicothoracic junction dysfunction: a pilot randomized controlled trial. Chiropr Man Therap. 2020 Aug 7;28(1):38. doi: 10.1186/s12998-020-00327-4. PMID: 32762708; PMCID: PMC7412667.
  3. Gross A, Langevin P, Burnie SJ, Bédard-Brochu MS, Empey B, Dugas E, Faber-Dobrescu M, Andres C, Graham N, Goldsmith CH, Brønfort G, Hoving JL, LeBlanc F. Manipulation and mobilisation for neck pain contrasted against an inactive control or another active treatment. Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2015 Sep 23;(9):CD004249. doi: 10.1002/14651858.CD004249.pub4. PMID: 26397370.
  4. Mignelli J, Tollefson LJ, Stefanowicz E. Conservative management of neck and thoracic pain in an adult with neurofibromatosis-1. J Can Chiropr Assoc. 2021 Apr;65(1):121-126. PMID: 34035546; PMCID: PMC8128333.

References for NUTRITION: Chondroitin Sulfate, The Gut, and Osteoporosis

  1. Cooney OD, Nagareddy PR, Murphy AJ, Lee MKS. Healthy Gut, Healthy Bones: Targeting the Gut Microbiome to Promote Bone Health. Front Endocrinol (Lausanne). 2021 Feb 19;11:620466. doi: 10.3389/fendo.2020.620466. PMID: 33679604; PMCID: PMC7933548.
  2. He J, Xu S, Zhang B, Xiao C, Chen Z, Si F, Fu J, Lin X, Zheng G, Yu G, Chen J. Gut microbiota and metabolite alterations associated with reduced bone mineral density or bone metabolic indexes in postmenopausal osteoporosis. Aging (Albany NY). 2020 May 11;12(9):8583-8604. doi: 10.18632/aging.103168. Epub 2020 May 11. PMID: 32392181; PMCID: PMC7244073.
  3. Shen Q, Zhang C, Qin X, Zhang H, Zhang Z, Richel A. Modulation of gut microbiota by chondroitin sulfate calcium complex during alleviation of osteoporosis in ovariectomized rats. Carbohydr Polym. 2021 Aug 15;266:118099. doi: 10.1016/j.carbpol.2021.118099. Epub 2021 Apr 24. PMID: 34044918.

References for EXERCISE: Happy Emotions for Relaxed Muscles

  1. Wilkes C, Kydd R, Sagar M, Broadbent E. Upright posture improves affect and fatigue in people with depressive symptoms. J Behav Ther Exp Psychiatry. 2017 Mar;54:143-149. doi: 10.1016/j.jbtep.2016.07.015. Epub 2016 Jul 30. PMID: 27494342.
  2. Nair S, Sagar M, Sollers J 3rd, Consedine N, Broadbent E. Do slumped and upright postures affect stress responses? A randomized trial. Health Psychol. 2015 Jun;34(6):632-41. doi: 10.1037/hea0000146. Epub 2014 Sep 15. PMID: 25222091.
  3. Scheer C, Kubowitsch S, Dendorfer S, Jansen P. Happy Enough to Relax? How Positive and Negative Emotions Activate Different Muscular Regions in the Back - an Explorative Study. Front Psychol. 2021 May 31;12:511746. doi: 10.3389/fpsyg.2021.511746. PMID: 34135791; PMCID: PMC8201496.

Reference for HEALTHY NEWS – July 2021

  1. Young JJ, Vai O, Cregg AC. Management of knee and hip osteoarthritis: an opportunity for the Canadian chiropractic profession. J Can Chiropr Assoc. 2021 Apr;65(1):6-13. PMID: 34035537; PMCID: PMC8128331.
  2. Roos EM, Grønne DT, Skou ST, Zywiel MG, McGlasson R, Barton CJ, Kemp JL, Crossley KM, Davis AM. Immediate outcomes following the GLA:D® program in Denmark, Canada and Australia. A longitudinal analysis including 28,370 patients with symptomatic knee or hip osteoarthritis. Osteoarthritis Cartilage. 2021 Apr;29(4):502-506. doi: 10.1016/j.joca.2020.12.024. Epub 2021 Feb 6. PMID: 33561542.
  3. Jansen MP, Mastbergen SC, MacKay JW, Turmezei TD, Lafeber F. Knee joint distraction results in MRI cartilage thickness increase up to ten years after treatment. Rheumatology (Oxford). 2021 May 22:keab456. doi: 10.1093/rheumatology/keab456. Epub ahead of print. PMID: 34022055.
  4. Albano L. Innovative application of Cox Flexion Distraction Decompression to the knee: a retrospective case series. J Can Chiropr Assoc. 2017 Aug;61(2):153-161. PMID: 28928498; PMCID: PMC5596966.
  5. Inoue M, Isa ILM, Orita S, Suzuki-Narita M, Inage K, Shiga Y, Norimoto M, Umimura T, Sakai T, Eguchi Y, Watanabe A, Aoki Y, Pandit A, Ohtori S. An Injectable Hyaluronic Acid Hydrogel Promotes Intervertebral Disc Repair in a Rabbit Model. Spine (Phila Pa 1976). 2021 Aug 1;46(15):E810-E816. doi: 10.1097/BRS.0000000000003921. PMID: 34228691.
  6. Takeoka Y, Paladugu P, Kang JD, Mizuno S. Augmented Chondroitin Sulfate Proteoglycan Has Therapeutic Potential for Intervertebral Disc Degeneration by Stimulating Anabolic Turnover in Bovine Nucleus Pulposus Cells under Changes in Hydrostatic Pressure. Int J Mol Sci. 2021 Jun 2;22(11):6015. doi: 10.3390/ijms22116015. PMID: 34199496; PMCID: PMC8199579.

References for FEATURE: Chiropractic’s Influence on Ashburn Blood Pressure

  1. Valenzuela PL, Pancorbo S, Lucia A, Germain F. Spinal Manipulative Therapy Effects in Autonomic Regulation and Exercise Performance in Recreational Healthy Athletes: A Randomized Controlled Trial. Spine (Phila Pa 1976). 2019 May 1;44(9):609-614. doi: 10.1097/BRS.0000000000002908. PMID: 30325889.
  2. Sullivan SG, Paolacci S, Kiani AK, Bertelli M. Chiropractic care for hypertension: Review of the literature and study of biological and genetic bases. Acta Biomed. 2020 Nov 9;91(13-S):e2020017. doi: 10.23750/abm.v91i13-S.10524. PMID: 33170172; PMCID: PMC8023135.
  3. Gera C, Malik M, Kaur J, Saini M. A systematic review and meta-analysis on effect of spinal mobilization and manipulation on cardiovascular responses. Hong Kong Physiother J. 2020 Dec;40(2):75-87. doi: 10.1142/S1013702520500122. Epub 2020 Aug 6. Erratum in: Hong Kong Physiother J. 2021 Jun;41(1):75. PMID: 33005072; PMCID: PMC7526060. 

References for SPINE: Ashburn Hip Fracture and PPI Use

  1. Poly TN, Islam MM, Yang HC, Wu CC, Li YJ. Proton pump inhibitors and risk of hip fracture: a meta-analysis of observational studies. Osteoporos Int. 2019 Jan;30(1):103-114. doi: 10.1007/s00198-018-4788-y. Epub 2018 Dec 12. PMID: 30539272.
  2. Min YW, Lee YC, Kim K, Ryu S, Hong KS, Jeon HH, Kim YS, Park JH, Son HJ, Rhee PL. Proton pump inhibitor use is associated with hip fracture development: a nationwide population-based cohort study. Korean J Intern Med. 2020 Sep;35(5):1084-1093. doi: 10.3904/kjim.2018.331. Epub 2019 Nov 4. PMID: 31671930; PMCID: PMC7487306.
  3. Breeding A: How a Chiropractor Can Help Relieve Your Nagging Hip PainHYPERLINK "https://www.prevention.com/health/a34285910/chiropractor-for-hip-pain/": HYPERLINK "https://www.prevention.com/health/a34285910/chiropractor-for-hip-pain/"There’s no need to “stick it out” or keep popping painkillers. Prevention. November 14, 2020. Sourced on 7/23/21.
  4. From Houweling TA, Braga AV, Hausheer T, Vogelsang M, Peterson C, Humphreys BK. First-contact care with a medical vs chiropractic provider after consultation with a swiss telemedicine provider: comparison of outcomes, patient satisfaction, and health care costs in spinal, hip, and shoulder pain patients. J Manipulative Physiol Ther. 2015 Sep;38(7):477-83. doi: 10.1016/j.jmpt.2015.06.015. Epub 2015 Aug 16. PMID: 26288262.

References for NUTRITION: Ashburn Neuropathy Care Options

  1. Abdelrahman KM, Hackshaw KV. Nutritional Supplements for the Treatment of Neuropathic Pain. Biomedicines. 2021 Jun 13;9(6):674. doi: 10.3390/biomedicines9060674. PMID: 34199290; PMCID: PMC8231824.
  2. Abed AR, Abed A, Banafshe HR, Malekabad ES, Gorgani-Firuzjaee S, Dadashi AR. Effect of biotin supplementation on neuropathic pain induced by chronic constriction of the sciatic nerve in the rat. Res Pharm Sci. 2021 May 12;16(3):250-259. doi: 10.4103/1735-5362.314823. PMID: 34221058; PMCID: PMC8216157.
  3. Onysko M, Legerski P, Potthoff J, Erlandson M. Targeting neuropathic pain: consider these alternatives. J Fam Pract. 2015 Aug;64(8):470-5. PMID: 26485261.
  4. Rowin J. Integrative neuromuscular medicine: Neuropathy and neuropathic pain: Consider the alternatives. Muscle Nerve. 2019 Aug;60(2):124-136. doi: 10.1002/mus.26510. Epub 2019 May 30. PMID: 31074875.
  5. Davoudi M, Allame Z, Niya RT, Taheri AA, Ahmadi SM. The synergistic effect of vitamin D supplement and mindfulness training on pain severity, pain-related disability and neuropathy-specific quality of life dimensions in painful diabetic neuropathy: a randomized clinical trial with placebo-controlled. J Diabetes Metab Disord. 2021 Jan 2;20(1):49-58. doi: 10.1007/s40200-020-00700-3. PMID: 34222059; PMCID: PMC8212219.

References for EXERCISE: Stretching Enhances Neck Pain Treatment

  1. Kruse RA, Imbarlina F, De Bono VF. Treatment of cervical radiculopathy with flexion distraction. J Manipulative Physiol Ther. 2001 Mar-Apr;24(3):206-9. PMID: 11313617.
  2. Schliesser JS, Kruse R, Fallon LF. Cervical radiculopathy treated with chiropractic flexion distraction manipulation: A retrospective study in a private practice setting. J Manipulative Physiol Ther. 2003 Nov-Dec;26(9):E19. doi: 10.1016/j.jmpt.2003.08.009. PMID: 14673412.
  3. Alfawaz S, Lohman E, Alameri M, Daher N, Jaber H. Effect of adding stretching to standardized procedures on cervical range of motion, pain, and disability in patients with non-specific mechanical neck pain: A randomized clinical trial. J Bodyw Mov Ther. 2020 Jul;24(3):50-58. doi: 10.1016/j.jbmt.2020.02.020. Epub 2020 Feb 22. PMID: 32826008.
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References for FEATURE: Chiropractors are Known as Spinal Manipulation Providers

  1. Whedon JM, Haldeman S, Petersen CL, Schoellkopf W, MacKenzie TA, Lurie JD. Temporal Trends and Geographic Variations in the Supply of Clinicians Who Provide Spinal Manipulation to Medicare Beneficiaries: A Serial Cross-Sectional Study. J Manipulative Physiol Ther. 2021 Mar;44(3):177-185. doi: 10.1016/j.jmpt.2021.02.002. Epub 2021 Apr 10. PMID: 33849727.
  2. Wanlass, P., & Dirks, S. (2021). CHIROPRACTIC TECHNIQUE ELECTIVE COURSES: A SURVEY OF FACULTY PERCEPTIONS. Journal of Contemporary Chiropractic, 4(1), 45–51. Retrieved from https://journal.parker.edu/index.php/jcc/article/view/152

References for HEALTHY NEWS – August 2021

  1. Hjertstrand J, Palmgren PJ, Axén I, Eklund A. The Nordic Maintenance Care Program: Patient Experience Of Maintenance Care-A Qualitative Study. Chiropr Man Therap. 2021 Aug 2;29(1):28. doi: 10.1186/s12998-021-00388-z. PMID: 34340692; PMCID: PMC8327445.
  2. Anderson BR, McClellan WS, Long CR. Risk of Treatment Escalation in Recipients vs Nonrecipients of Spinal Manipulation for Musculoskeletal Cervical Spine Disorders: An Analysis of Insurance Claims. J Manipulative Physiol Ther. 2021 Aug 5:S0161-4754(21)00035-X. doi: 10.1016/j.jmpt.2021.03.001. Epub ahead of print. PMID: 34366149.
  3. Davis M, Yakusheva O, Liu H, Anderson B, Bynum J. The Effect of Reduced Access to Chiropractic Care on Medical Service Use for Spine Conditions Among Older Adults. J Manipulative Physiol Ther. 2021 Aug 7:S0161-4754(21)00071-3. doi: 10.1016/j.jmpt.2021.05.002. Epub ahead of print. PMID: 34376317.
  4. Whedon JM, Haldeman S, Petersen CL, Schoellkopf W, MacKenzie TA, Lurie JD. Temporal Trends and Geographic Variations in the Supply of Clinicians Who Provide Spinal Manipulation to Medicare Beneficiaries: A Serial Cross-Sectional Study. J Manipulative Physiol Ther. 2021 Mar;44(3):177-185. doi: 10.1016/j.jmpt.2021.02.002. Epub 2021 Apr 10. PMID: 33849727.
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References for SPINE: Your Ashburn Chiropractor Knows Your Spine

  1. Chapman PD, Meyer A, Young K, Wibowo D, Walker B. Emphasis on various subtopics in the anatomy curriculum for chiropractic training: An international survey of chiropractors and anatomists. J Chiropr Educ. 2015 Mar;29(1):37-42. doi: 10.7899/JCE-14-10. Epub 2014 Dec 17. PMID: 25517738; PMCID: PMC4360769.
  2. Giuriato R, Štrkalj G, Prvan T, Hulme A, Pather N. Musculoskeletal Anatomy Knowledge in Australian Chiropractors. Anat Sci Educ. 2021 Jul 4. doi: 10.1002/ase.2117. Epub ahead of print. PMID: 34218520.
  3. Beliveau PJH, Wong JJ, Sutton DA, Simon NB, Bussières AE, Mior SA, French SD. The chiropractic profession: a scoping review of utilization rates, reasons for seeking care, patient profiles, and care provided. Chiropr Man Therap. 2017 Nov 22;25:35. doi: 10.1186/s12998-017-0165-8. PMID: 29201346; PMCID: PMC5698931.
  4. Rodrigues PTV, Corrêa LA, Reis FJJ, Meziat-Filho NA, Silva BM, Nogueira LAC. One Session of Spinal Manipulation Improves the Cardiac Autonomic Control in Patients with Musculoskeletal Pain: A Randomized Placebo-Controlled Trial. Spine (Phila Pa 1976). 2021 Jul 15;46(14):915-922. doi: 10.1097/BRS.0000000000003962. PMID: 33496535.

References for NUTRITION: Phytonutrients of Healthy Late Summer Fruit-Vegetables

  1. “Phytonutrients.” Nourish by WebMD. https://www.webmd.com/diet/guide/phytonutrients-faq#1 Sourced on 8/24/31.
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References for EXERCISE: Get Some Good Sleep to Ease Your Back Pain

  1. Setchell J, Costa N, Ferreira M, Makovey J, Nielsen M, Hodges PW. What constitutes back pain flare? A cross sectional survey of individuals with low back pain. Scand J Pain. 2017 Oct;17:294-301. doi: 10.1016/j.sjpain.2017.08.003. Epub 2017 Aug 31. PMID: 28866119.
  2. Costa N, Smits EJ, Kasza J, Salomoni SE, Ferreira M, Hodges PW. Low Back Pain Flares: How do They Differ From an Increase in Pain? Clin J Pain. 2021 May 1;37(5):313-320. doi: 10.1097/AJP.0000000000000926. PMID: 33830090.
  3. Costa N, Smits E, Kasza J, Salomoni S, Ferreira M, Sullivan M, Hodges PW. ISSLS PRIZE IN CLINICAL SCIENCE 2021: What are the risk factors for low back pain flares and does this depend on how flare is defined? Eur Spine J. 2021 May;30(5):1089-1097. doi: 10.1007/s00586-021-06730-6. Epub 2021 Feb 3. PMID: 33537911.
  4. Rani R, Arokiasamy P, Selvamani Y, Sikarwar A. Gender differences in self-reported sleep problems among older adults in six middle-income countries: a cross-sectional study. J Women Aging. 2021 Aug 26:1-17. doi: 10.1080/08952841.2021.1965425. Epub ahead of print. PMID: 34436971.
  5. Moriki K, Tushima E, Ogihara H, Endo R, Sato T, Ikemoto Y. Combined effects of lifestyle and psychosocial factors on central sensitization in patients with chronic low back pain: A cross-sectional study. J Orthop Sci. 2021 Aug 14:S0949-2658(21)00231-1. doi: 10.1016/j.jos.2021.07.012. Epub ahead of print. PMID: 34404611.

REFERENCES for FEATURE: Chiropractic Effective for Neck Pain

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References for SPINE: Spinal Manipulation’s Influence on Inflammation and Pain

  1. Lamichhane B, Jayasekera D, Jakes R, Ray WZ, Leuthardt EC, Hawasli AH. Functional Disruptions of the Brain in Low Back Pain: A Potential Imaging Biomarker of Functional Disability. Front Neurol. 2021 Jul 14;12:669076. doi: 10.3389/fneur.2021.669076. PMID: 34335444; PMCID: PMC8317987.
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References for NUTRITION: Quercetin’s Benefits for Autoimmune, Metabolic, and Inflammatory Diseases

  1. Ghafouri-Fard S, Shoorei H, Khanbabapour Sasi A, Taheri M, Ayatollahi SA. The impact of the phytotherapeutic agent quercetin on expression of genes and activity of signaling pathways. Biomed Pharmacother. 2021 Sep;141:111847. doi: 10.1016/j.biopha.2021.111847. Epub 2021 Jun 29. PMID: 34198048.
  2. Guangyao Ye, Chunyan Lin, Yu Zhang, Zihan Ma, Yuebo Chen, Lingsi Kong, Liyong Yuan, Tao Ma: Quercetin Alleviates Neuropathic Pain in the Rat CCI Model by Mediating AMPK/MAPK Pathway. J Pain Res 2021;14:1289-1301
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References for HEALTHY NEWS – September 2021

  1. Anderson BR, McClellan WS, Long CR. Risk of Treatment Escalation in Recipients vs Nonrecipients of Spinal Manipulation for Musculoskeletal Cervical Spine Disorders: An Analysis of Insurance Claims. J Manipulative Physiol Ther. 2021 Aug 5:S0161-4754(21)00035-X. doi: 10.1016/j.jmpt.2021.03.001. Epub ahead of print. PMID: 34366149.
  2. Coulter ID, Herman PM, Kommareddi M, Hurwitz EL, Shekelle PG. Measuring the Appropriateness of Spinal Manipulation for Chronic Low Back and Chronic Neck Pain in Chiropractic Patients. Spine (Phila Pa 1976). 2021 Oct 1;46(19):1344-1353. doi: 10.1097/BRS.0000000000004009. PMID: 34517404; PMCID: PMC8438222.
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  4. Davis M, Yakusheva O, Liu H, Anderson B, Bynum J: The Effect of Reduced Access to Chiropractic Care on Medical Service Use for Spine Conditions Among Older Adults. J Manipulative Physiol Ther 2021:S0161-4754(21)00071-3
  5. Nolet PS, Yu H, Côté P, Meyer AL, Kristman VL, Sutton D, Murnaghan K, Lemeunier N. Reliability and validity of manual palpation for the assessment of patients with low back pain: a systematic and critical review. Chiropr Man Therap. 2021 Aug 26;29(1):33. doi: 10.1186/s12998-021-00384-3. PMID: 34446040; PMCID: PMC8390263.
  6. Gholamrezaei A, Van Diest I, Aziz Q, Pauwels A, Tack J, Vlaeyen JWS, Van Oudenhove L. Effect of slow, deep breathing on visceral pain perception and its underlying psychophysiological mechanisms. Neurogastroenterol Motil. 2021 Aug 11:e14242. doi: 10.1111/nmo.14242. Epub ahead of print. PMID: 34378834.
  7. Jafari H, Gholamrezaei A, Franssen M, Van Oudenhove L, Aziz Q, Van den Bergh O, Vlaeyen JWS, Van Diest I. Can Slow Deep Breathing Reduce Pain? An Experimental Study Exploring Mechanisms. J Pain. 2020 Sep-Oct;21(9-10):1018-1030. doi: 10.1016/j.jpain.2019.12.010. Epub 2020 Jan 22. PMID: 31978501.
  8. Gholamrezaei A, Van Diest I, Aziz Q, Vlaeyen JWS, Van Oudenhove L. Psychophysiological responses to various slow, deep breathing techniques. Psychophysiology. 2021 Feb;58(2):e13712. doi: 10.1111/psyp.13712. Epub 2020 Oct 27. PMID: 33111377.
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References for EXERCISE: Exercise: Anti-Aging & Positive Coping Effects

  1. Garatachea N, Pareja-Galeano H, Sanchis-Gomar F, Santos-Lozano A, Fiuza-Luces C, Morán M, Emanuele E, Joyner MJ, Lucia A. Exercise attenuates the major hallmarks of aging. Rejuvenation Res. 2015 Feb;18(1):57-89. doi: 10.1089/rej.2014.1623. PMID: 25431878; PMCID: PMC4340807.
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References for FEATURE: Reduced Pain with Chiropractic and Spinal Manipulation

  1. Han L, Zhao P, Han X, Wei J, Wang F, Li Y, Guo GJ. Analgesic Effects of Two Types of Spinal Manipulation in Acute Lumbar Radiculopathy Model Rats. Chin J Integr Med. 2021 Sep 29. doi: 10.1007/s11655-021-3276-y. Epub ahead of print. PMID: 34586558.
  2. Bezdjian S, Whedon JM, Russell R, Coulter I. Patient Characteristics Associated With Self-Reported Adherence to Chiropractic Treatment Recommendations: A Feasibility Study. J Manipulative Physiol Ther. 2021 Jun;44(5):389-397. doi: 10.1016/j.jmpt.2021.05.001. Epub 2021 Aug 8. PMID: 34376318.
  3. Davis M, Yakusheva O, Liu H, Anderson B, Bynum J. The Effect of Reduced Access to Chiropractic Care on Medical Service Use for Spine Conditions Among Older Adults. J Manipulative Physiol Ther. 2021 Jun;44(5):353-362. doi: 10.1016/j.jmpt.2021.05.002. Epub 2021 Aug 8. PMID: 34376317.
  4. Anderson BR, McClellan WS, Long CR. Risk of Treatment Escalation in Recipients vs Nonrecipients of Spinal Manipulation for Musculoskeletal Cervical Spine Disorders: An Analysis of Insurance Claims. J Manipulative Physiol Ther. 2021 Jun;44(5):372-377. doi: 10.1016/j.jmpt.2021.03.001. Epub 2021 Aug 6. PMID: 34366149.
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References for HEALTHY NEWS – October 2021

  1. Kongsted A, Jensen TS, Doktor K, Hestbæk L. Effects of weekly pain monitoring on back pain outcomes: a non-randomised controlled study. Chiropr Man Therap. 2021 Sep 16;29(1):37. doi: 10.1186/s12998-021-00393-2. PMID: 34530882; PMCID: PMC8444569.
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References for SPINE: Back Pain, Hip Pain, and Spine Issues: 3D Imaging & Simple Tests

  1. Coyle PC, Knox PJ, Pohlig RT, Pugliese JM, Sions JM, Hicks GE. Hip Range of Motion and Strength Predict 12-Month Physical Function Outcomes in Older Adults With Chronic Low Back Pain: The Delaware Spine Studies. ACR Open Rheumatol. 2021 Sep 15. doi: 10.1002/acr2.11342. Epub ahead of print. PMID: 34524738.
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References for NUTRITION: B vitamins for Bone Health and Back Pain Management

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 References for EXERCISE: The Physical Activity and Chronic Back Pain Relationship

  1.  Lemes ÍR, Pinto RZ, Turi Lynch BC, Codogno JS, Oliveira CB, Ross LM, Araújo Fernandes R, Monteiro HL. The Association Between Leisure-time Physical Activity, Sedentary Behavior, and Low Back Pain: A Cross-sectional Analysis in Primary Care Settings. Spine (Phila Pa 1976). 2021 May 1;46(9):596-602. doi: 10.1097/BRS.0000000000003996. PMID: 33821817.
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References for HEALTHY NEWS – November 2021

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References for FEATURE: Success with Chiropractic Care Comes via Access & Concordance

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References for SPINE: Chiropractic Helps More than just the Spine!

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  3. Jung SH, Hwang UJ, Ahn SH, Kim JH, Kwon OY. Does mobilisation of the thoracic spine using mechanical massage affect diaphragmatic excursion in individuals with thoracic hyperkyphosis? J Back Musculoskelet Rehabil. 2021 Oct 12. doi: 10.3233/BMR-210143. Epub ahead of print. PMID: 34657875.
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References for NUTRITION: Back Pain and Cognitive Dysfunction – Bee Pollen

  1. Koyama K, Wada K, Kumagai G, Kudo H, Tanaka S, Asari T, Jung S, Ando M, Ishibashi Y. Association between mild cognitive impairment and lumbar degenerative disease in a Japanese community: A cross-sectional study. PLoS One. 2021 Oct 19;16(10):e0258852. doi: 10.1371/journal.pone.0258852. PMID: 34665835; PMCID: PMC8525772.
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References for EXERCISE: How to Wait on Pain Relief: Liminality, Breathing, Walking

  1. Gholamrezaei A, Van Diest I, Aziz Q, Vlaeyen JWS, Van Oudenhove L. Psychophysiological responses to various slow, deep breathing techniques. Psychophysiology. 2021 Feb;58(2):e13712. doi: 10.1111/psyp.13712. Epub 2020 Oct 27. PMID: 33111377.
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References for FEATURE: Opioid or Spinal Maniplulative Treatment: Ashburn Back Pain Relief: Safety, Cost, Care Options

  1. Whedon JM, Kizhakkeveettil A, Toler A, MacKenzie TA, Lurie JD, Bezdjian S, Haldeman S, Hurwitz E, Coulter I. Long-Term Medicare Costs Associated With Opioid Analgesic Therapy vs Spinal Manipulative Therapy for Chronic Low Back Pain in a Cohort of Older Adults. J Manipulative Physiol Ther. 2021 Dec 5:S0161-4754(21)00106-8. doi: 10.1016/j.jmpt.2021.09.001. Epub ahead of print. PMID: 34876298.
  2. Whedon JM, Kizhakkeveettil A, Toler AW, MacKenzie TA, Lurie JD, Hurwitz EL, Bezdjian S, Bangash M, Uptmor S, Rossi D, Haldeman S. Initial Choice of Spinal Manipulative Therapy for Treatment of Chronic Low Back Pain Leads to Reduced Long-term Risk of Adverse Drug Events Among Older Medicare Beneficiaries. Spine (Phila Pa 1976). 2021 Dec 15;46(24):1714-1720. doi: 10.1097/BRS.0000000000004078. PMID: 33882542; PMCID: PMC8629350.
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References for SPINE: Ashburn Neck Pain and Cervical Spine Range of Motion Connection

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References for HEALTHY NEWS – December 2021

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  4. Garcia JD, Arnold S, Tetley K, Voight K, Frank RA. Mobilization and Manipulation of the Cervical Spine in Patients with Cervicogenic Headache: Any Scientific Evidence? Front Neurol. 2016 Mar 21;7:40. doi: 10.3389/fneur.2016.00040. PMID: 27047446; PMCID: PMC4800981.
  5. Lerner-Lentz A, O'Halloran B, Donaldson M, Cleland JA. Pragmatic application of manipulation versus mobilization to the upper segments of the cervical spine plus exercise for treatment of cervicogenic headache: a randomized clinical trial. J Man Manip Ther. 2021 Oct;29(5):267-275. doi: 10.1080/10669817.2020.1834322. Epub 2020 Nov 5. PMID: 33148134; PMCID: PMC8491670.
  6. McKee N: Case Report #182: Lower Cervical Disc Bulge Causing Headaches and Facial Pain, Treated with Cox® Spinal Decompression Manipulation. www.coxtechnic.com June 12, 2018. Sourced on 12/15/21.
  7. Zheng HX, Chen J, Zu YX, Wang EZ, Qi SS. Chondroitin Sulfate Prevents STZ Induced Diabetic Osteoporosis through Decreasing Blood Glucose, AntiOxidative Stress, Anti-Inflammation and OPG/RANKL Expression Regulation. Int J Mol Sci. 2020 Jul 26;21(15):5303. doi: 10.3390/ijms21155303. PMID: 32722636; PMCID: PMC7432814.
  8. Qi SS, Shao ML, Sun Z, Chen SM, Hu YJ, Li XS, Chen J, Zheng HX, Yue TL. Chondroitin Sulfate Alleviates Diabetic Osteoporosis and Repairs Bone Microstructure via Anti-Oxidation, Anti-Inflammation, and Regulating Bone Metabolism. Front Endocrinol (Lausanne). 2021 Oct 27;12:759843. doi: 10.3389/fendo.2021.759843. PMID: 34777254; PMCID: PMC8579055.

References for NUTRITION: Ashburn Spinal Nutrition Help For Back Pain and Even Diabetic Osteoporosis: B Vitamins, Chondroitin

  1. Qi SS, Shao ML, Sun Z, Chen SM, Hu YJ, Li XS, Chen J, Zheng HX, Yue TL. Chondroitin Sulfate Alleviates Diabetic Osteoporosis and Repairs Bone Microstructure via Anti-Oxidation, Anti-Inflammation, and Regulating Bone Metabolism. Front Endocrinol (Lausanne). 2021 Oct 27;12:759843. doi: 10.3389/fendo.2021.759843. PMID: 34777254; PMCID: PMC8579055.
  2. Nava-Mesa MO, Aispuru Lanche GR. Papel de las vitaminas B, tiamina, piridoxina y cianocobalamina en el dolor de espalda y otras condiciones musculoesqueléticas: revisión narrativa [Role of B vitamins, thiamine, pyridoxine, and cyanocobalamin in back pain and other musculoskeletal conditions: a narrative review]. Semergen. 2021 Nov-Dec;47(8):551-562. Spanish. doi: 10.1016/j.semerg.2021.01.010. Epub 2021 Apr 14. PMID: 33865694.
  3. Barantsevich ER, Yakovlev AA, Gavrilova EA, Gavrichenko AV, Pushkarev MS, Smochilin AG, Nasonova AE. Issledovanie effektivnosti i bezopasnosti stupenchatoi terapii nesteroidnymi protivovospalitel'nymi preparatami i vitaminami gruppy B u patsientov s ostroi dorsalgiei [Study of the clinical efficacy and safety of the scheme of step therapy of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs and a complex of B vitamins in patients with low back pain]. Zh Nevrol Psikhiatr Im S S Korsakova. 2021;121(10):67-71. Russian. doi: 10.17116/jnevro202112110167. PMID: 34874657.

References for EXERCISE: Exercise Helps Spinal Instability, Back Pain, Balance and More

  1. Hlaing SS, Puntumetakul R, Wanpen S, Boucaut R. Balance Control in Patients with Subacute Non-Specific Low Back Pain, with and without Lumbar Instability: A Cross-Sectional Study. J Pain Res. 2020 Apr 23;13:795-803. doi: 10.2147/JPR.S232080. PMID: 32425585; PMCID: PMC7187545.
  2. Hlaing SS,Puntumetakul R,Khine EE,Boucaut R. Effects of core stabilization exercise and strengthening exercise on proprioception, balance, muscle thickness and pain related outcomes in patients with subacute nonspecific low back pain: a randomized controlled trial. BMC Musculoskelet. Disord. 2021; 22(1):998.

References for Feature: DO I HAVE TO SEE MY CHIROPRACTOR FOREVER?

  1. Senna MK, Machaly SA: Does Maintained Spinal Manipulation Therapy for Chronic Nonspecific Low Back Pain Result in Better Long-Term Outcome? Spine 2011;36(18):1427-1437
  2. Hjertstrand J, Palmgren PJ, Axén I, Eklund A. The nordic maintenance care program: patient experience of maintenance care-a qualitative study. Chiropr Man Therap. 2021 Aug 2;29(1):28. doi: 10.1186/s12998-021-00388-z. PMID: 34340692; PMCID: PMC8327445.

References for HEALTHY NEWS – January 2022

  1. Lequin MB, Verbaan D, Schuurman PR, Tasche S, Peul WC, Vandertop WP, Bouma GJ. Microdiscectomy for sciatica: reality check study of long-term surgical treatment effects of a Lumbosacral radicular syndrome (LSRS). Eur Spine J. 2022 Jan 7. doi: 10.1007/s00586-021-07074-x. Epub ahead of print. PMID: 34993584.
  2. Cook JR. Chiropractic Management of a Symptomatic Patient Who Previously Had Surgery for Cauda Equina Syndrome. J Chiropr Med. 2021 Jun;20(2):85-89. doi: 10.1016/j.jcm.2021.04.002. Epub 2021 Jun 16. PMID: 34987325; PMCID: PMC8703130.
  3. Trager RJ, Daniels CJ, Meyer KW, Stout AC, Dusek JA. Clinical decision-making for spinal manipulation for persistent spinal pain following lumbar surgery: a protocol for a systematic review and meta-analysis of individual participant data. BMJ Open. 2021 Dec 23;11(12):e054070. doi: 10.1136/bmjopen-2021-054070. PMID: 34949627.
  4. Gudavalli MR, Olding K, Joachim G, Cox JM. Chiropractic Distraction Spinal Manipulation on Postsurgical Continued Low Back and Radicular Pain Patients: A Retrospective Case Series. J Chiropr Med. 2016 Jun;15(2):121-8. doi: 10.1016/j.jcm.2016.04.004. Epub 2016 May 25. PMID: 27330514; PMCID: PMC4913115.
  5. Partha Sarathi CI, Mowforth OD, Sinha A, Bhatti F, Bhatti A, Akhbari M, Ahmed S, Davies BM. The Role of Nutrition in Degenerative Cervical Myelopathy: A Systematic Review. Nutr Metab Insights. 2021 Oct 30;14:11786388211054664. doi: 10.1177/11786388211054664. PMID: 34733105; PMCID: PMC8558601.
  6. Ibrahim S, Adeputra Nasution IF, Danil M, Sadewo W, Widyawati T, Eyanoer PC, Ritarwan K, Riawan W, Darmajaya R. Potential benefit of olive leaf extract in cervical spondylotic myelopathy model. Ann Med Surg (Lond). 2021 Nov 11;73:103040. doi: 10.1016/j.amsu.2021.103040. PMID: 35003721; PMCID: PMC8717420.

References for SPINE: Back Belts Support Spinal Movement and Pain Recovery

  1. Shahvarpour A, Preuss R, Sullivan MJL, Negrini A, Larivière C. The effect of wearing a lumbar belt on biomechanical and psychological outcomes related to maximal flexion-extension motion and manual material handling. Appl Ergon. 2018 May;69:17-24. doi: 10.1016/j.apergo.2018.01.001. Epub 2018 Jan 6. PMID: 29477325.
  2. Im SC, Cho HY, Lee JH, Kim K. Analysis of the Effect of Wearing Extensible and Non-Extensible Lumbar Belts on Biomechanical Factors of the Sit-to-Stand Movement and Pain-Related Psychological Factors Affecting Office Workers with Low Back Pain. Healthcare (Basel). 2021 Nov 22;9(11):1601. doi: 10.3390/healthcare9111601. PMID: 34828646; PMCID: PMC8624328.

References for NUTRITION: Vitamin C for the Ashburn Immune System

  1. Carr AC, Rowe S. Factors Affecting Vitamin C Status and Prevalence of Deficiency: A Global Health Perspective. Nutrients. 2020 Jul 1;12(7):1963. doi: 10.3390/nu12071963. PMID: 32630245; PMCID: PMC7400679.
  2. Rowe S, Carr AC. Global Vitamin C Status and Prevalence of Deficiency: A Cause for Concern? Nutrients. 2020 Jul 6;12(7):2008. doi: 10.3390/nu12072008. PMID: 32640674; PMCID: PMC7400810.
  3. Crook J, Horgas A, Yoon SJ, Grundmann O, Johnson-Mallard V. Insufficient Vitamin C Levels among Adults in the United States: Results from the NHANES Surveys, 2003-2006. Nutrients. 2021 Oct 30;13(11):3910. doi: 10.3390/nu13113910. PMID: 34836166; PMCID: PMC8625707.
  4. Reider CA, Chung RY, Devarshi PP, Grant RW, Hazels Mitmesser S. Inadequacy of Immune Health Nutrients: Intakes in US Adults, the 2005-2016 NHANES. Nutrients. 2020 Jun 10;12(6):1735. doi: 10.3390/nu12061735. PMID: 32531972; PMCID: PMC7352522.

References for EXERCISE: Optimal Back and Neck Pain Care: Spinal Manipulation Plus Exercise

  1. Hong JY, Song KS, Cho JH, Lee JH, Kim NH. An Updated Overview of Low Back Pain Management. Asian Spine J. 2021 Dec 30. doi: 10.31616/asj.2021.0371. Epub ahead of print. PMID: 34963043.
  2. Rodríguez-Sanz J, Malo-Urriés M, Lucha-López MO, López-de-Celis C, Pérez-Bellmunt A, Corral-de-Toro J, Hidalgo-García C. Comparison of an exercise program with and without manual therapy for patients with chronic neck pain and upper cervical rotation restriction. Randomized controlled trial. PeerJ. 2021 Nov 24;9:e12546. doi: 10.7717/peerj.12546. PMID: 34900443; PMCID: PMC8627131.
  3. Fritz JM, Sharpe J, Greene T, Lane E, Hadizadeh M, McFadden M, Santillo D, Farley J, Magel J, Thackeray A, Kawchuk G. Optimization of Spinal Manipulative Therapy Protocols: A Factorial Randomized Trial Within a Multiphase Optimization Framework. J Pain. 2021 Jun;22(6):655-668. doi: 10.1016/j.jpain.2020.11.008. Epub 2020 Dec 10. PMID: 33309783; PMCID: PMC8190177.

References for HEALTHY NEWS – February 2022

  1. Hays RD, Shannon ZK, Long CR, Spritzer KL, Vining RD, Coulter I, Pohlman KA, Walter J, Goertz CM. Health-related quality of life among United States service members with low back pain receiving usual care plus chiropractic care plus usual care vs usual care alone: Secondary outcomes of a pragmatic clinical trial. Pain Med. 2022 Jan 21:pnac009. doi: 10.1093/pm/pnac009. Epub ahead of print. PMID: 35060609.
  2. Whedon JM, Uptmor S, Toler AWJ, Bezdjian S, MacKenzie TA, Kazal LA Jr. Association between chiropractic care and use of prescription opioids among older medicare beneficiaries with spinal pain: a retrospective observational study. Chiropr Man Therap. 2022 Jan 31;30(1):5. doi: 10.1186/s12998-022-00415-7. PMID: 35101064; PMCID: PMC8802278.
  3. Murphy DR, Justice B, Bise CG, Timko M, Stevans JM, Schneider MJ. The primary spine practitioner as a new role in healthcare systems in North America. Chiropr Man Therap. 2022 Feb 9;30(1):6. doi: 10.1186/s12998-022-00414-8. PMID: 35139859.
  4. Rodríguez-Sanz J, Malo-Urriés M, Lucha-López MO, López-de-Celis C, Pérez-Bellmunt A, Corral-de-Toro J, Hidalgo-García C. Comparison of an exercise program with and without manual therapy for patients with chronic neck pain and upper cervical rotation restriction. Randomized controlled trial. Peer J 2021;9():e12546.

References for FEATURE: Benefits of Ashburn Chiropractic Use in the Veteran’s Health System & Beyond

  1. Mannes ZL, Stohl M, Fink DS, Olfson M, Keyes KM, Martins SS, Gradus JL, Saxon AJ, Maynard C, Livne O, Gutkind S, Hasin DS. Non-pharmacological Treatment for Chronic Pain in US Veterans Treated Within the Veterans Health Administration: Implications for Expansion in US Healthcare Systems. J Gen Intern Med. 2022 Jan 19:1–10. doi: 10.1007/s11606-021-07370-8. Epub ahead of print. PMID: 35048300; PMCID: PMC8769678.
  2. Burdick R, Corcoran KL, Zhao X, Lisi A. The rate of use of Veterans Affairs chiropractic care: a 5-year analysis. Chiropr Man Therap. 2022 Jan 21;30(1):4. doi: 10.1186/s12998-022-00413-9. PMID: 35062971; PMCID: PMC8781440.
  3. Hays RD, Shannon ZK, Long CR, Spritzer KL, Vining RD, Coulter I, Pohlman KA, Walter J, Goertz CM. Health-related quality of life among United States service members with low back pain receiving usual care plus chiropractic care plus usual care vs usual care alone: Secondary outcomes of a pragmatic clinical trial. Pain Med. 2022 Jan 21:pnac009. doi: 10.1093/pm/pnac009. Epub ahead of print. PMID: 35060609.

References for SPINE: Degenerative Ashburn Back Pain Affects Back Muscles

  1. Park MS, Moon SH, Kim TH, Oh J, Lee SJ, Chang HG, Shin JH. Paraspinal Muscles of Patients with Lumbar Diseases. J Neurol Surg A Cent Eur Neurosurg. 2018 Jul;79(4):323-329. doi: 10.1055/s-0038-1639332. Epub 2018 Apr 16. PMID: 29660747.
  2. Ding JZ, Kong C, Li XY, Sun XY, Lu SB, Zhao GG. Different degeneration patterns of paraspinal muscles in degenerative lumbar diseases: a MRI analysis of 154 patients. Eur Spine J. 2022 Jan 3. doi: 10.1007/s00586-021-07053-2. Epub ahead of print. PMID: 34978601.
  3. Balasch-Bernat M, Willems T, Danneels L, Meeus M, Goubert D. Differences in myoelectric activity of the lumbar muscles between recurrent and chronic low back pain: a cross-sectional study. BMC Musculoskelet Disord. 2021 Sep 3;22(1):756. doi: 10.1186/s12891-021-04623-9. Erratum in: BMC Musculoskelet Disord. 2021 Oct 22;22(1):897. PMID: 34479536; PMCID: PMC8417959.
  4. Mohamed RR, Abdel-Aziem AA, Mohammed HY, Diab RH. Chronic low back pain changes the latissmus dorsi and gluteus maximus muscles activation pattern and upward scapular rotation: A cross-sectional study. J Back Musculoskelet Rehabil. 2022;35(1):119-127. doi: 10.3233/BMR-200253. PMID: 34151823.
  5. Gyer G, Michael J, Inklebarger J, Ibne Alam I. Effects of biomechanical parameters of spinal manipulation: A critical literature review. J Integr Med. 2022 Jan;20(1):4-12. doi: 10.1016/j.joim.2021.10.002. Epub 2021 Oct 19. PMID: 34756673.
 References for NUTRITION: Ashburn Nutrition of Gut & Its Microbiome: B Vitamins
  1. Pham VT, Dold S, Rehman A, Bird JK, Steinert RE. Vitamins, the gut microbiome and gastrointestinal health in humans. Nutr Res. 2021 Nov;95:35-53. doi: 10.1016/j.nutres.2021.09.001. Epub 2021 Oct 21. PMID: 34798467.
  2. Uebanso T, Shimohata T, Mawatari K, Takahashi A. Functional Roles of B-Vitamins in the Gut and Gut Microbiome. Mol Nutr Food Res. 2020 Sep;64(18):e2000426. doi: 10.1002/mnfr.202000426. Epub 2020 Aug 19. PMID: 32761878.
  3. Widocha M, Marcinowicz P, Janoska-Jadzik M, Szulc A. Gut microbiota, kynurenine pathway and mental disorders - Review. Prog Neuropsychopharmacol Biol Psychiatry. 2021 Mar 2;106:110145. doi: 10.1016/j.pnpbp.2020.110145. Epub 2020 Oct 22. PMID: 33203568

References for EXERCISE: Gluteus Muscle Weakness and Back and Side Bridges and Planks

  1. Khosrokiani Z, Letafatkar A, Sheikhi B, Thomas AC, Aghaie-Ataabadi P, Hedayati MT. Hip and Core Muscle Activation During High-Load Core Stabilization Exercises. Sports Health. 2021 Jun 1:19417381211015225. doi: 10.1177/19417381211015225. Epub ahead of print. PMID: 34060953.
  2. Baik SM, Cynn HS, Yi CH, Lee JH, Choi JH, Lee KE. Effect of side-sling plank exercise on trunk and hip muscle activation in subjects with gluteus medius weakness. J Back Musculoskelet Rehabil. 2021 Nov 12. doi: 10.3233/BMR-210061. Epub ahead of print. PMID: 34806596.
  3. Lee KE, Baik SM, Yi CH, Kwon OY, Cynn HS. Electromyographic Analysis of Hip and Trunk Muscle Activity During Side Bridge Exercises in Subjects With Gluteus Medius Weakness. J Sport Rehabil. 2021 Dec 30;30(5):754-759. doi: 10.1123/jsr.2020-0031. PMID: 33378740.
  4. Bishop BN, Greenstein J, Etnoyer-Slaski JL, Sterling H, Topp R. Electromyographic Analysis of Gluteus Maximus, Gluteus Medius, and Tensor Fascia Latae During Therapeutic Exercises With and Without Elastic Resistance. Int J Sports Phys Ther. 2018 Aug;13(4):668-675. PMID: 30140560; PMCID: PMC6088126.

References for Feature: Costs of Treatment Options for Ashburn Back & Neck Pain 

  1. Spears CA, Hodges SE, Kiyani M, Yang Z, Edwards RM, Musick A, Park C, Parente B, Lee HJ, Lad SP. Healthcare Resource Utilization and Management of Chronic, Refractory Low Back Pain in the United States. Spine (Phila Pa 1976). 2020 May 21. doi: 10.1097/BRS.0000000000003572. [Epub ahead of print]
  2. Dennis S, Watts I, Pan Y, Britt H. The likelihood of general practitioners referring patients to physiotherapists is low for some health problems: secondary analysis of the Bettering the Evaluation and Care of Health (BEACH) observational study. J Physiother. 2018 Jul;64(3):178-182. doi: 10.1016/j.jphys.2018.05.006. Epub 2018 Jun 11. PMID: 29903595.
  3. Barton C, Kalakoti P, Bedard NA, Hendrickson NR, Saifi C, Pugely AJ. What Are the Costs of Cervical Radiculopathy Prior to Surgical Treatment? Spine (Phila Pa 1976). 2019 Jul 1;44(13):937-942. doi: 10.1097/BRS.0000000000002983. PMID: 31205171.
  4. Boden LM, Boden SA, Premkumar A, Gottschalk MB, Boden SD. Predicting Likelihood of Surgery Before First Visit in Patients With Back and Lower Extremity Symptoms: A Simple Mathematical Model Based on More Than 8,000 Patients. Spine (Phila Pa 1976). 2018 Sep 15;43(18):1296-1305. doi: 10.1097/BRS.0000000000002603. PMID: 29432393.
  5. Konstantinou K, Dunn KM, Ogollah R, Lewis M, van der Windt D, Hay EM; ATLAS Study Team. Prognosis of sciatica and back-related leg pain in primary care: the ATLAS cohort. Spine J. 2018 Jun;18(6):1030-1040. doi: 10.1016/j.spinee.2017.10.071. Epub 2017 Nov 21. PMID: 29174459; PMCID: PMC5984249.
  6. Cox, JM, Feller JA, Cox JA: Distraction Chiropractic Adjusting: Clinical Application, Treatment Algorithms, and Clinical Outcomes of 1000 Cases Studied. Topics in Clinical Chiropractic 1996; (3)3:45‐59, 79‐81
  7. Gudavalli MR, Olding K, Joachim G, Cox JM. Chiropractic Distraction Spinal Manipulation on Postsurgical Continued Low Back and Radicular Pain Patients: A Retrospective Case Series. J Chiropr Med. 2016 Jun;15(2):121-8. doi: 10.1016/j.jcm.2016.04.004. Epub 2016 May 25. PMID: 27330514; PMCID: PMC4913115.
 References for HEALTHY NEWS – March 2022
  1. Young JJ, Jensen RK, Hartvigsen J, Roos EM, Ammendolia C, Juhl CB. Prevalence of multimorbid degenerative lumbar spinal stenosis with knee or hip osteoarthritis: a systematic review and meta-analysis. BMC Musculoskelet Disord. 2022 Feb 24;23(1):177. doi: 10.1186/s12891-022-05104-3. PMID: 35209884; PMCID: PMC8876450.
  2. Young JJ, Hartvigsen J, Jensen RK, Roos EM, Ammendolia C, Juhl CB. Prevalence of multimorbid degenerative lumbar spinal stenosis with knee and/or hip osteoarthritis: protocol for a systematic review and meta-analysis. Syst Rev. 2020 Oct 7;9(1):232. doi: 10.1186/s13643-020-01478-4. PMID: 33028404; PMCID: PMC7542960.
  3. Atukorala I, Downie A, Pathmeswaran A, Deveza LMA, Chang T, Zhang Y, Hunter DJ. Short-term pain trajectories in patients with knee osteoarthritis. Int J Rheum Dis. 2022 Mar;25(3):281-294. doi: 10.1111/1756-185X.14267. Epub 2022 Jan 25. PMID: 35080125.
  4. Young JJ, Hartvigsen J, Roos EM, Ammendolia C, Kongsted A, Skou ST, Grønne DT, Jensen RK. Symptoms of lumbar spinal stenosis in people with knee or hip osteoarthritis or low back pain: a cross-sectional study of 10,234 participants in primary care. Osteoarthritis Cartilage. 2021 Nov;29(11):1515-1520. doi: 10.1016/j.joca.2021.07.012. Epub 2021 Jul 31. PMID: 34343677.
  5. David D, Giannini C, Chiarelli F, Mohn A. Text Neck Syndrome in Children and Adolescents. Int J Environ Res Public Health. 2021 Feb 7;18(4):1565. doi: 10.3390/ijerph18041565. PMID: 33562204; PMCID: PMC7914771.
  6. Chu EC. Preventing the progression of text neck in a young man: A case report. Radiol Case Rep. 2022 Jan 18;17(3):978-982. doi: 10.1016/j.radcr.2021.12.053. PMID: 35106108; PMCID: PMC8784282.

References for SPINE: Inflammatory Back Pain: Axial Spondyloarthritis & Ankylosing Spondylitis

  1. Magrey MN, Danve AS, Ermann J, Walsh JA. Recognizing Axial Spondyloarthritis: A Guide for Primary Care. Mayo Clin Proc. 2020 Nov;95(11):2499-2508. doi: 10.1016/j.mayocp.2020.02.007. Epub 2020 Jul 29. PMID: 32736944.
  2. Deodhar A, Kiwalkar S, Mehendale T, Bhalerao S. Axial Spondyloarthritis in the Chiropractic Care Setting: A Systematic Literature Review. J Clin Rheumatol. 2022 Mar 1;28(2):e589-e595. doi: 10.1097/RHU.0000000000001776. PMID: 34294660; PMCID: PMC8860198.
  3. Cornelson SM, Beavers D, Harvey A, Hogarth W, Kettner NW. Chiropractic Care in the Management of Inactive Ankylosing Spondylitis: A Case Series. J Chiropr Med. 2017 Dec;16(4):300-307. doi: 10.1016/j.jcm.2017.10.002. Epub 2017 Dec 7. PMID: 29276462; PMCID: PMC5731838.
  4. Rose KA, Kim WS. The effect of chiropractic care for a 30-year-old male with advanced ankylosing spondylitis: a time series case report. J Manipulative Physiol Ther. 2003 Oct;26(8):E1-9. doi: 10.1016/S0161-4754(03)00110-6. PMID: 14569222.
  5. Rutherford SM, Nicolson CF, Crowther ER. Symptomatic improvement in function and disease activity in a patient with ankylosing spondylitis utilizing a course of chiropractic therapy: a prospective case study. J Can Chiropr Assoc. 2005 Jun;49(2):81-91. PMID: 17549197; PMCID: PMC1840019.

References for NUTRITION: Benefits of Chondroitin Sulfate for Ashburn Diabetics

  1. Qi SS, Shao ML, Sun Z, Chen SM, Hu YJ, Li XS, Chen J, Zheng HX, Yue TL. Chondroitin Sulfate Alleviates Diabetic Osteoporosis and Repairs Bone Microstructure via Anti-Oxidation, Anti-Inflammation, and Regulating Bone Metabolism. Front Endocrinol (Lausanne). 2021 Oct 27;12:759843. doi: 10.3389/fendo.2021.759843. PMID: 34777254; PMCID: PMC8579055.
  2. Zheng HX, Chen J, Zu YX, Wang EZ, Qi SS. Chondroitin Sulfate Prevents STZ Induced Diabetic Osteoporosis through Decreasing Blood Glucose, AntiOxidative Stress, Anti-Inflammation and OPG/RANKL Expression Regulation. Int J Mol Sci. 2020 Jul 26;21(15):5303. doi: 10.3390/ijms21155303. PMID: 32722636; PMCID: PMC7432814.

References for EXERCISE: Help for Work-related Musculoskeletal Pain

  1. kiz H, Ergin E. Musculoskeletal system problems in office workers: relationship of physical activity levels and quality of life. Int J Occup Saf Ergon. 2022 Mar 17:1-8. doi: 10.1080/10803548.2022.2043625. Epub ahead of print. PMID: 35172693.
  2. Tersa-Miralles C, Bravo C, Bellon F, Pastells-Peiró R, Rubinat Arnaldo E, Rubí-Carnacea F. Effectiveness of workplace exercise interventions in the treatment of musculoskeletal disorders in office workers: a systematic review. BMJ Open. 2022 Jan 31;12(1):e054288. doi: 10.1136/bmjopen-2021-054288. PMID: 35105632; PMCID: PMC8804637.
  3. da Silva NC, Ricci FPFM, de Castro VR, de Lima ACR, do Carmo Lopes ER, de Salvo Mauad LD, Kawano Suzuki KA, de Oliveira Medeiros ME, de Santana JS, Rocha FLR, de Cássia Registro Fonseca M. Effects of workplace upper extremity resistance exercises on function and symptoms of workers at a tertiary hospital: a randomized controlled trial protocol. BMC Musculoskelet Disord. 2022 Feb 5;23(1):119. doi: 10.1186/s12891-022-05059-5. PMID: 35123476; PMCID: PMC8818236.

References for Feature: Chiropractic Care of Ashburn Back Pain Care via GP Referral

  1. Blanchette MA, Engmark N, Sørensen MM, Mior S, Stochkendahl MJ. Association Between Characteristics of Danish Chiropractors and Number of Referred Patients From General Practitioners: A Cross-sectional Study. J Manipulative Physiol Ther. 2022 Mar 26:S0161-4754(22)00002-1. doi: 10.1016/j.jmpt.2022.01.002. Epub ahead of print. PMID: 35351338.
  2. Kizhakkeveettil A, Bezdjian S, Hurwitz EL, Toler AWJ, Rossi D, Uptmor S, Sagester K, Bangash M, MacKenzie TA, Lurie JD, Coulter I, Haldeman S, Whedon JM. Spinal Manipulation vs Prescription Drug Therapy for Chronic Low Back Pain: Beliefs, Satisfaction With Care, and Qualify of Life Among Older Medicare Beneficiaries. J Manipulative Physiol Ther. 2022 Mar 26:S0161-4754(21)00117-2. doi: 10.1016/j.jmpt.2021.12.007. Epub ahead of print. PMID: 35351337.

References for SPINE: Ashburn Chiropractic for Neck Pain after Neck Surgery

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References for HEALTHY NEWS – April 2022

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References for NUTRITION: Strawberries for Ashburn Health: Teeth, Cognition, Bone, Cardiometabolism

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References for EXERCISE: Walk!

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REFERENCES for FEATURE: Best Ashburn Back Pain Relief Results: The Ones You Want

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References for SPINE: Ways Your Ashburn Chiropractor Sees the Spine

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References for HEALTHY NEWS – May 2022

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References for NUTRITION: Chiropractic Cheers for Healthy Melons

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References for EXERCISE: Ashburn Lifting Techniques for Back Pain Prevention

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References for FEATURE: Ashburn Chronic Low Back Pain and Who to See First

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References for SPINE: Ashburn Neck Pain from Facet Joints

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References for NUTRITION: Ashburn Anti-Inflammatory Gems: Curcumin & Blueberry

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References for EXERCISE: Ashburn Neck Pain and Arm Pain Exercise

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References for HEALTHY NEWS – June 2022

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  5. Bai H, Shuangkou C, Mingxin X, Xiaoqing T, Yinying G, Hang J, Jiansheng H. Study on anti-inflammatory mechanism of blueberry based on network pharmacology and molecular docking technology. Comb Chem High Throughput Screen. 2022 May 16. doi: 10.2174/1386207325666220516144836. Epub ahead of print. PMID: 35578843.

References for FEATURE: Ashburn Back Pain Treatment Options: Benzodiazepines & Chiropractic SMT

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References for SPINE: Headaches: Source & Chiropractic Treatment

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References for NUTRITION: Ashburn Gut-Bone Connection and Osteoporosi

  1. Cronin O, Lanham-New SA, Corfe BM, Gregson CL, Darling AL, Ahmadi KR, Gibson PS, Tobias JH, Ward KA, Traka MH, Rossi M, Williams C, Harvey NC, Cooper C, Whelan K, Uitterlinden AG, O'Toole PW, Ohlsson C, Compston JE, Ralston SH. Role of the Microbiome in Regulating Bone Metabolism and Susceptibility to Osteoporosis. Calcif Tissue Int. 2022 Mar;110(3):273-284. doi: 10.1007/s00223-021-00924-2. Epub 2021 Dec 6. PMID: 34870723; PMCID: PMC8860778.
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References for HEALTHY NEWS – July 2022

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  2. Kizhakkeveettil A, Bezdjian S, Hurwitz EL, Toler AWJ, Rossi D, Uptmor S, Sagester K, Bangash M, MacKenzie TA, Lurie JD, Coulter I, Haldeman S, Whedon JM. Spinal Manipulation vs Prescription Drug Therapy for Chronic Low Back Pain: Beliefs, Satisfaction With Care, and Qualify of Life Among Older Medicare Beneficiaries. J Manipulative Physiol Ther. 2021 Oct;44(8):663-673. doi: 10.1016/j.jmpt.2021.12.007. Epub 2022 Mar 26. PMID: 35351337.
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References for EXERCISE: Ashburn Exercise the ‘No Fear’ Muscle: How To Deal With Fear Avoidance After Back Pain

  1. Alves Rodrigues T, de Oliveira EJSG, Morais Costa B, Tajra Mualem Araújo RL, Batista Santos Garcia J. Is There a Difference in Fear-Avoidance, Beliefs, Anxiety and Depression Between Post-Surgery and Non-Surgical Persistent Spinal Pain Syndrome Patients? J Pain Res. 2022 Jun 16;15:1707-1717. doi: 10.2147/JPR.S348146. PMID: 35734508; PMCID: PMC9208625.
  2. Liechti M, von Arx M, Eichelberger P, Bangerter C, Meier ML, Schmid S. Spatial distribution of erector spinae activity is related to task-specific pain-related fear during a repetitive object lifting task. J Electromyogr Kinesiol. 2022 Jun 3;65:102678. doi: 10.1016/j.jelekin.2022.102678. Epub ahead of print. PMID: 35696973.
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References for FEATURE: Ashburn Disc Herniation Relief

 

  1. Guo W, Zhao P, Zhou W, Wei J, Li XD, Zhou H, Liu L, Yan XB. [Correlation studies between MRI and the symptom scores of patients with LDH before and after manipulative therapy]. Zhongguo Gu Shang. 2010 Jan;23(1):17-9. Chinese. PMID: 20191957.
  2. Mariajoseph FP, Castle-Kirszbaum M, Kam J, Rogers M, Sher R, Daly C, Roadley J, Risbey P, Fryer K, Goldschlager T. Relationship between herniated intervertebral disc fragment weight and pain in lumbar microdiscectomy patients. J Clin Neurosci. 2022 Aug;102:75-79. doi: 10.1016/j.jocn.2022.06.012. Epub 2022 Jun 20. PMID: 35738184.
  3. Yavuz AY, Uysal E. Treatment method selection for sleep quality due to lumbar DISC herniation: Early surgery or others?; A single center clinical trial. J Clin Neurosci. 2022 Jul;101:162-167. doi: 10.1016/j.jocn.2022.04.046. Epub 2022 May 18. PMID: 35597065.
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  5. Damato TM, Christofaro DGD, Pinheiro MB, Morelhao PK, Pinto RZ, De Oliveira Silva D, Tebar WR, Grande GHD, Oliveira CB. Does sedentary behaviour contribute to the development of a new episode of low back pain? A systematic review of prospective cohort studies. Eur J Pain. 2022 Aug;26(7):1412-1423. doi: 10.1002/ejp.1977. Epub 2022 Jun 13. PMID: 35598285.
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References for FEATURE: Have No Back Pain Fear with Ashburn Chiropractic Care

  1. Meinke A, Maschio C, Meier ML, Karlen W, Swanenburg J. The association of fear of movement and postural sway in people with low back pain. Front Psychol. 2022 Nov 18;13:1006034. doi: 10.3389/fpsyg.2022.1006034. PMID: 36467232; PMCID: PMC9716132.
  2. Olsen S, Rashid U, Allerby C, Brown E, Leyser M, McDonnell G, Alder G, Barbado D, Shaikh N, Lord S, Niazi IK, Taylor D. Smartphone-based gait and balance accelerometry is sensitive to age and correlates with clinical and kinematic data. Gait Posture. 2022 Nov 28;100:57-64. doi: 10.1016/j.gaitpost.2022.11.014. Epub ahead of print. PMID: 36481647.
  3. Grabowska W, Burton W, Kowalski MH, Vining R, Long CR, Lisi A, Hausdorff JM, Manor B, Muñoz-Vergara D, Wayne PM. A systematic review of chiropractic care for fall prevention: rationale, state of the evidence, and recommendations for future research. BMC Musculoskelet Disord. 2022 Sep 5;23(1):844. doi: 10.1186/s12891-022-05783-y. PMID: 36064383; PMCID: PMC9442928.
  4. Smith DL, Olding K, Malaya CA, McCarty M, Haworth J, Pohlman KA. The influence of flexion distraction spinal manipulation on patients with lumbar spinal stenosis: A prospective, open-label, single-arm, pilot study. J Bodyw Mov Ther. 2022 Oct;32:60-67. doi: 10.1016/j.jbmt.2022.05.012. Epub 2022 May 18. PMID: 36180160.
  5. Tonelli Enrico V, Schneider M, Haas M, Vo N, Huang W, McFarland C, Weber N, Sowa G. The association of biomarkers with pain and function in acute and subacute low back pain: a secondary analysis of an RCT. BMC Musculoskelet Disord. 2022 Dec 5;23(1):1059. doi: 10.1186/s12891-022-06027-9. PMID: 36471334.

References for HEALTHY NEWS – December 2022

  1. Derbyshire S, Field J, Vennik J, Sanders M, Newell D. "Chiropractic is manual therapy, not talk therapy": a qualitative analysis exploring perceived barriers to remote consultations by chiropractors. Chiropr Man Therap. 2021 Nov 25;29(1):47. doi: 10.1186/s12998-021-00404-2. PMID: 34823546; PMCID: PMC8613511.
  2. Saragiotto BT, Sandal LF, Hartvigsen J. Can you be a manual therapist without using your hands? Chiropr Man Therap. 2022 Nov 14;30(1):48. doi: 10.1186/s12998-022-00457-x. PMID: 36376968; PMCID: PMC9664669.
  3. Hohenschurz-Schmidt D, Thomson OP, Rossettini G, Miciak M, Newell D, Roberts L, Vase L, Draper-Rodi J. Avoiding nocebo and other undesirable effects in chiropractic, osteopathy and physiotherapy: An invitation to reflect. Musculoskelet Sci Pract. 2022 Dec;62:102677. doi: 10.1016/j.msksp.2022.102677. Epub 2022 Oct 21. PMID: 36368170.
  4. Maruti R. Gudavalli, Gregory D. Cramer, and Avinash G. Patwardhan. Changes in Intradiscal Pressure During Flexion-Distraction Type of Chiropractic Procedure: A Pilot Cadaveric Study. Integrative Medicine Reports.Dec 2022.209-214.http://doi.org/10.1089/imr.2022.0002

References for Spine: Ashburn Sitting & Computer Work, Back Pain & Neck Pain

  1. Mackey S, Howarth SJ, Frey M, De Carvalho D. An investigation of the flexion relaxation ratio in adults with and without a history of self-reported low back pain and transient sitting-induced pain. J Electromyogr Kinesiol. 2022 Dec;67:102719. doi: 10.1016/j.jelekin.2022.102719. Epub 2022 Oct 23. PMID: 36334404.
  2. Gouteron A, Tabard-Fougère A, Bourredjem A, Casillas JM, Armand S, Genevay S. The flexion relaxation phenomenon in nonspecific chronic low back pain: prevalence, reproducibility and flexion-extension ratios. A systematic review and meta-analysis. Eur Spine J. 2022 Jan;31(1):136-151. doi: 10.1007/s00586-021-06992-0. Epub 2021 Sep 22. PMID: 34553264.
  3. Shamsi H, Khademi-Kalantari K, Akbarzadeh-Baghban A, Izadi N, Okhovatian F. Cervical flexion relaxation phenomenon in patients with and without non-specific chronic neck pain. J Back Musculoskelet Rehabil. 2021;34(3):461-468. doi: 10.3233/BMR-200137. PMID: 33492275.
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References for NUTRITION: Healing Frankincense and Myrrh: Anti-Tumor, Anti-Inflammatory and more!

  1. Gao R, Miao X, Sun C, Su S, Zhu Y, Qian D, Ouyang Z, Duan J. Frankincense and myrrh and their bioactive compounds ameliorate the multiple myeloma through regulation of metabolome profiling and JAK/STAT signaling pathway based on U266 cells. BMC Complement Med Ther. 2020 Mar 23;20(1):96. doi: 10.1186/s12906-020-2874-0. PMID: 32293402; PMCID: PMC7092432.
  2. Zheng P, Huang Z, Tong DC, Zhou Q, Tian S, Chen BW, Ning DM, Guo YM, Zhu WH, Long Y, Xiao W, Deng Z, Lei YC, Tian XF. Frankincense myrrh attenuates hepatocellular carcinoma by regulating tumor blood vessel development through multiple epidermal growth factor receptor-mediated signaling pathways. World J Gastrointest Oncol. 2022 Feb 15;14(2):450-477. doi: 10.4251/wjgo.v14.i2.450. PMID: 35317323; PMCID: PMC8919004.
  3. Chen YH, Chen WC, Tsai KS, Liu PL, Tsai MY, Lin TC, Yu SC, Chen HY. Efficacy of Frankincense and Myrrha in Treatment of Acute Interstitial Cystitis/Painful Bladder Syndrome. Chin J Integr Med. 2020 Jul;26(7):519-526. doi: 10.1007/s11655-020-3216-2. Epub 2020 Apr 4. PMID: 32279153.
  4. Tang G, Li S, Zhang C, Chen H, Wang N, Feng Y. Clinical efficacies, underlying mechanisms and molecular targets of Chinese medicines for diabetic nephropathy treatment and management. Acta Pharm Sin B. 2021 Sep;11(9):2749-2767. doi: 10.1016/j.apsb.2020.12.020. Epub 2021 Feb 2. PMID: 34589395; PMCID: PMC8463270.
  5. Liao Y, Guo C, Wen A, Bai M, Ran Z, Hu J, Wang J, Yang J, Ding Y. Frankincense-Myrrh treatment alleviates neuropathic pain via the inhibition of neuroglia activation mediated by the TLR4/MyD88 pathway and TRPV1 signaling. Phytomedicine. 2023 Jan;108:154540. doi: 10.1016/j.phymed.2022.154540. Epub 2022 Nov 12. PMID: 36379093.

References for EXERCISE: An Exercise Resolution Benefits for Young and Old

  1. Gurleyik D, Sen CKN, Etnier JL, Acar IH. Culture in Physical Activity: The Contribution of Basic Psychological Needs and Goal Orientation. Int J Environ Res Public Health. 2022 Dec 12;19(24):16691. doi: 10.3390/ijerph192416691. PMID: 36554569; PMCID: PMC9779501.
  2. Remskar M, Western MJ, Maynard OM, Ainsworth B. Exercising body but not mind: A qualitative exploration of attitudes to combining physical activity and mindfulness practice for mental health promotion. Front Psychol. 2022 Dec 9;13:984232. doi: 10.3389/fpsyg.2022.984232. PMID: 36571001; PMCID: PMC9780497.
  3. Chen L, Jiao J, Zhang Y. Therapeutic approaches for improving cognitive function in the aging brain. Front Neurosci. 2022 Dec 8;16:1060556. doi: 10.3389/fnins.2022.1060556. PMID: 36570840; PMCID: PMC9773601.
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  6. Drozdowska A, Falkenstein M, Lücke T, Kersting M, Jendrusch G, Platen P, Sinningen K. Unfavorable Behaviors in Children Run in Packs! Dietary and Non-Dietary Modulators of Attentional Capacity. Nutrients. 2022 Dec 9;14(24):5264. doi: 10.3390/nu14245264. PMID: 36558423; PMCID: PMC9781799.

References for FEATURE: ‘Normal’ Ashburn Degeneration of the Spine

  1. Wang W, Guo Y, Li W, Chen Z. The difference of paraspinal muscle between patients with lumbar spinal stenosis and normal middle-aged and elderly people, studying by propensity score matching. Front Endocrinol (Lausanne). 2022;13:1080033. Published 2022 Nov 22. doi:10.3389/fendo.2022.1080033
  2. Li D, Wang L, Wang Z, Li C, Yuan S, Tian Y, Yu X, Liu X. Age-related radiographic parameters difference between the degenerative lumbar spinal stenosis patients and healthy people and correlation analysis. J Orthop Surg Res. 2022 Nov 3;17(1):475. doi: 10.1186/s13018-022-03374-0. PMID: 36329488; PMCID: PMC9632108.
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References for SPINE: Hope for Spinal Pain Relief after a Ashburn Auto Accident

  1. Babaie M, Joulani M, Ranjbar Hameghavandi MH, et al. Risk of permanent medical impairment after road traffic crashes: A systematic review [published online ahead of print, 2022 Nov 23]. Chin J Traumatol. 2022;S1008-1275(22)00115-8. doi:10.1016/j.cjtee.2022.11.002
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 References for HEALTHY NEWS – January 2023
  1. Wang J, Ullah S, Solano MA, Overley SC, Bumpass DB, Mannen EM. Changes in kinematics, kinetics, and muscle activity in patients with lumbar spinal stenosis during gait: systematic review. Spine J. 2022;22(1):157-167. doi:10.1016/j.spinee.2021.06.003
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References for NUTRITION: Ashburn Vitamin D And Back Pain: What You Need to Know

  1. Al Refaie A, Baldassini L, De Vita M, Gonnelli S, Caffarelli C. Vitamin D and adrenal gland: Myth or reality? A systematic review. Front Endocrinol (Lausanne). 2022;13:1001065. Published 2022 Oct 13. doi:10.3389/fendo.2022.1001065
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References for EXERCISE: The Benefits of Exercise for Ashburn Back Pain Relief
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References for HEALTHY NEWS – February 2023

  1. Dydyk, A. M., & Sapra, A. (2022). Williams Back Exercises. In StatPearls. StatPearls Publishing.
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 References for FEATURE:  The Benefits of Ashburn Chiropractic Spinal Manipulation Therapy for Thoracic Pain

  1. Pagé I, Descarreaux M. Effects of spinal manipulative therapy biomechanical parameters on clinical and biomechanical outcomes of participants with chronic thoracic pain: a randomized controlled experimental trial. BMC Musculoskelet Disord. 2019;20(1):29. Published 2019 Jan 18. doi:10.1186/s12891-019-2408-4
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References for SPINE: Dealing With Back Pain’s Accomplice: Paraspinal Muscle Fatty Infiltrate

  1. Chong F, Fan W, Liu L, Zhang Y, Lin H, Huang B. Correlation between atrophy of the gluteus medius muscle and symptoms of lumbar spinal stenosis [published online ahead of print, 2023 Jan 2]. World Neurosurg. 2023;S1878-8750(22)01832-0. doi:10.1016/j.wneu.2022.12.126
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References for NUTRITION: The Role Of B Vitamins In Ashburn Back Pain & Musculoskeletal Conditions

  1. Nava-Mesa, M O, and G R Aispuru Lanche. “Papel de las vitaminas B, tiamina, piridoxina y cianocobalamina en el dolor de espalda y otras condiciones musculoesqueléticas: revisión narrativa” [Role of B vitamins, thiamine, pyridoxine, and cyanocobalamin in back pain and other musculoskeletal conditions: a narrative review]. Semergen vol. 47,8 (2021): 551-562. doi:10.1016/j.semerg.2021.01.010
  2. Paez-Hurtado AM, Calderon-Ospina CA, Nava-Mesa MO. Mechanisms of action of vitamin B1 (thiamine), B6 (pyridoxine), and B12 (cobalamin) in pain: a narrative review. Nutr Neurosci. 2023 Mar;26(3):235-253. doi: 10.1080/1028415X.2022.2034242. Epub 2022 Feb 14. PMID: 35156556.

References for EXERCISE: New Clinical Trial Shows Exercise Benefits Ashburn Back Pain Relief

  1. Houle M, Tétreau C, Châtillon CÉ, Marchand AA, Descarreaux M. Effectiveness of a 6-week specific rehabilitation program combining education and exercises on walking capacity in patients with lumbar spinal stenosis with neurogenic claudication: a randomized controlled clinical trial protocol. Trials. 2022 Dec 27;23(1):1046. doi: 10.1186/s13063-022-07011-3. PMID: 36572884; PMCID: PMC9793648.

References for FEATURE: Help For Persistent Back Pain After Ashburn Back Surgery

  1. Lim Y, Park H. The Effects of Auricular Acupressure on Low Back Pain, Neuropathy and Sleep in Patients with Persistent Spinal Pain Syndrome (PSPS): A Single-Blind, Randomized Placebo-Controlled Trial. Int J Environ Res Public Health. 2023;20(3):1705. Published 2023 Jan 17. doi:10.3390/ijerph20031705
  2. Kruse RA, Cambron J. Chiropractic management of postsurgical lumbar spine pain: a retrospective study of 32 cases. J Manipulative Physiol Ther. 2011;34(6):408-412. doi:10.1016/j.jmpt.2011.05.011
  3. Gudavalli MR, Olding K, Joachim G, Cox JM. Chiropractic Distraction Spinal Manipulation on Postsurgical Continued Low Back and Radicular Pain Patients: A Retrospective Case Series. J Chiropr Med. 2016;15(2):121-128. doi:10.1016/j.jcm.2016.04.004
  4. Lee WJ, Park H. Effects of auricular acupressure on sleep and pain in elderly people who have osteoarthritis and live in nursing homes: A randomized, single-blind, placebo-controlled trial [published online ahead of print, 2022 Jul 5]. Explore (NY). 2022;S1550-8307(22)00113-6. doi:10.1016/j.explore.2022.07.001

 References for SPINE:  Dysphagia (Swallowing Difficulty) Related to Cervical Spine Conditions Relieved with Chiropractic Care

  1. Walters RK, Gudipudi R, Davidson K, et al. The Impact of Cervical Spinal Disease on Pharyngeal Swallowing Function [published online ahead of print, 2023 Feb 7]. Am J Speech Lang Pathol. 2023;1-11. doi:10.1044/2022_AJSLP-22-00257
  2. Hazelwood RJ, Armeson KE, Hill EG, Bonilha HS, Martin-Harris B. Relating Physiologic Swallowing Impairment, Functional Swallowing Ability, and Swallow-Specific Quality of Life [published online ahead of print, 2022 Oct 13]. Dysphagia. 2022;10.1007/s00455-022-10532-3. doi:10.1007/s00455-022-10532-3
  3. Chu ECP, Lee LYK. Cervicogenic dysphagia associated with cervical spondylosis: A case report and brief review. J Family Med Prim Care. 2021 Sep;10(9):3490-3493. doi: 10.4103/jfmpc.jfmpc_359_21. Epub 2021 Sep 30. PMID: 34760778; PMCID: PMC8565143.
  4. Ando, S., Takagi, Y., Watanabe, H. et al. Effects of electrical muscle stimulation on cerebral blood flow. BMC Neurosci 22, 67 (2021). https://doi.org/10.1186/s12868-021-00670-z
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References for NUTRITION: Chondroitin Sulfate: A Natural Way to Alleviate Ashburn Diabetic Osteoporosis
  1. Qi SS, Shao ML, Sun Z, Chen SM, Hu YJ, Li XS, Chen J, Zheng HX, Yue TL. Chondroitin Sulfate Alleviates Diabetic Osteoporosis and Repairs Bone Microstructure via Anti-Oxidation, Anti-Inflammation, and Regulating Bone Metabolism. Front Endocrinol (Lausanne). 2021 Oct 27;12:759843. doi: 10.3389/fendo.2021.759843. PMID: 34777254; PMCID: PMC8579055.

References for HEALTHY NEWS – March 2023

  1. Trager RJ, Daniels CJ, Meyer KW, Stout AC, Dusek JA. Clinician approaches to spinal manipulation for persistent spinal pain after lumbar surgery: systematic review and meta-analysis of individual patient data. Chiropr Man Therap. 2023 Mar 9;31(1):10. doi: 10.1186/s12998-023-00481-5. PMID: 36895028; PMCID: PMC9999664.
  2. Gudavalli MR, Olding K, Joachim G, Cox JM. Chiropractic Distraction Spinal Manipulation on Postsurgical Continued Low Back and Radicular Pain Patients: A Retrospective Case Series. J Chiropr Med. 2016 Jun;15(2):121-8. doi: 10.1016/j.jcm.2016.04.004. Epub 2016 May 25. PMID: 27330514; PMCID: PMC4913115.
  3. Dechsupa S, Yingsakmongkol W, Limthongkul W, Singhatanadgige W, Jitjumnong M, Honsawek S. Vitamin D Inadequacy Affects Skeletal Muscle Index and Physical Performance in Lumbar Disc Degeneration. Int J Mol Sci. 2023 Feb 5;24(4):3152. doi: 10.3390/ijms24043152. PMID: 36834562; PMCID: PMC9962334.
  4. Xu HW, Yi YY, Zhang SB, Hu T, Wang SJ, Zhao WD, Wu DS. Does vitamin D status influence lumbar disc degeneration and low back pain in postmenopausal women? A retrospective single-center study. Menopause. 2020 May;27(5):586-592. doi: 10.1097/GME.0000000000001499. PMID: 32049928.
  5. Vaes AMM, Brouwer-Brolsma EM, Toussaint N, de Regt M, Tieland M, van Loon LJC, de Groot LCPGM. The association between 25-hydroxyvitamin D concentration, physical performance and frailty status in older adults. Eur J Nutr. 2019 Apr;58(3):1173-1181. doi: 10.1007/s00394-018-1634-0. Epub 2018 Apr 25. PMID: 29691654; PMCID: PMC6499878.

References for EXERCISE: Exercise for Osteoporosis

  1. Maffei F, Masini A, Marini S, Buffa A, Malavolta N, Maietta Latessa P, Dallolio L. The Impact of an Adapted Physical Activity Program on Bone Turnover, Physical Performance and Fear of Falling in Osteoporotic Women with Vertebral Fractures: A Quasi-Experimental Pilot Study. Biomedicines. 2022 Oct 2;10(10):2467. doi: 10.3390/biomedicines10102467. PMID: 36289729; PMCID: PMC9598604.
  2. Tell-Lebanon O, Yaacobi E, Ohana N, et al.. Osteoporosis treatment after osteoporotic fractures: data from a single medical center. Endocr Pract. 2022;28:1221–5.
  3. Yan Y, Tan B, Fu F, Chen Q, Li W, Chen W, He H. Exercise vs Conventional Treatment for Treatment of Primary Osteoporosis: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials. Orthop Surg. 2021 Jul;13(5):1474-1487. doi: 10.1111/os.13036. Epub 2021 Jun 14. PMID: 34124845; PMCID: PMC8313149.
  4. Li Y, Zhang D, Fu S, Liu M, Liu H. Design and application of personalized exercise prescription for primary osteoporosis. Medicine (Baltimore). 2023 Feb 17;102(7):e32857. doi: 10.1097/MD.0000000000032857. PMID: 36800636; PMCID: PMC9936019.

References for FEATURE: Ashburn Chiropractic Care Contains Back Pain’s Impact

  1. Peterson CK, Bolton J, Humphreys BK. Predictors of improvement in patients with acute and chronic low back pain undergoing chiropractic treatment. J Manipulative Physiol Ther. 2012 Sep;35(7):525-33. doi: 10.1016/j.jmpt.2012.06.003. Epub 2012 Jul 31. PMID: 22858233.
  2. Wirth B, Riner F, Peterson C, Humphreys BK, Farshad M, Becker S, Schweinhardt P. An observational study on trajectories and outcomes of chronic low back pain patients referred from a spine surgery division for chiropractic treatment. Chiropr Man Therap. 2019 Feb 5;27:6. doi: 10.1186/s12998-018-0225-8. PMID: 30766664; PMCID: PMC6362585.
  3. Eklund A, Hagberg J, Jensen I, Leboeuf-Yde C, Kongsted A, Lövgren P, Jonsson M, Petersen-Klingberg J, Calvert C, Axén I. The Nordic maintenance care program: maintenance care reduces the number of days with pain in acute episodes and increases the length of pain free periods for dysfunctional patients with recurrent and persistent low back pain - a secondary analysis of a pragmatic randomized controlled trial. Chiropr Man Therap. 2020 Apr 21;28(1):19. doi: 10.1186/s12998-020-00309-6. PMID: 32316995; PMCID: PMC7171853.
  4. Huo M, Ho E, Kongsted A, Patterson T, Ferreira P. Association between physical activity, sedentary behaviour and the trajectory of low back pain. Spine J. 2023 Mar 20:S1529-9430(23)00110-9. doi: 10.1016/j.spinee.2023.03.006. Epub ahead of print. PMID: 36948275.
  5. Baradaran Mahdavi S, Riahi R, Vahdatpour B, Kelishadi R. Association between sedentary behavior and low back pain; A systematic review and meta-analysis. Health Promot Perspect. 2021 Dec 19;11(4):393-410. doi: 10.34172/hpp.2021.50. PMID: 35079583; PMCID: PMC8767074.

References for SPINE: Dealing with Back Pain and Related Paraspinal Muscle Fatty Infiltrate

  1. Wang, Z., Zhao, Z., Han, S., Hu, X., Ye, L., Li, Y., & Gao, J. (2022). Advances in research on fat infiltration and lumbar intervertebral disc degeneration. Frontiers in endocrinology, 13, 1067373. https://doi.org/10.3389/fendo.2022.1067373
  2. Cheng, Z., Li, Y., Li, M., Huang, J., Huang, J., Liang, Y., Lu, S., Liang, C., Xing, T., Su, K., Wen, G., Zeng, W., & Huang, L. (2022). Correlation between posterior paraspinal muscle atrophy and lumbar intervertebral disc degeneration in patients with chronic low back pain. International orthopaedics, 10.1007/s00264-022-05621-9. Advance online publication. https://doi.org/10.1007/s00264-022-05621-9
  3. Ranger, T. A., Cicuttini, F. M., Jensen, T. S., Peiris, W. L., Hussain, S. M., Fairley, J., & Urquhart, D. M. (2017). Are the size and composition of the paraspinal muscles associated with low back pain? A systematic review. The spine journal : official journal of the North American Spine Society, 17(11), 1729–1748. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.spinee.2017.07.002
  4. Wesselink, E. O., Pool, J. J. M., Mollema, J., Weber, K. A., 2nd, Elliott, J. M., Coppieters, M. W., & Pool-Goudzwaard, A. L. (2022). Is fatty infiltration in paraspinal muscles reversible with exercise in people with low back pain? A systematic review. European spine journal : official publication of the European Spine Society, the European Spinal Deformity Society, and the European Section of the Cervical Spine Research Society, 10.1007/s00586-022-07471-w. Advance online publication. https://doi.org/10.1007/s00586-022-07471-w

References for HEALTHY NEWS – April 2023

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  2. Schmidt CO, Raspe H, Pfingsten M, et al. Back pain in the Germanadult population: prevalence, severity, and sociodemographic correlates in a multiregional survey. Spine 2007;32:2005–11
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  5. Chou R, Loeser JD, Owens DK, Rosenquist RW, Atlas SJ, Baisden J, Carragee EJ, Grabois M, Murphy DR, Resnick DK, Stanos SP, Shaffer WO, Wall EM; American Pain Society Low Back Pain Guideline Panel. Interventional therapies, surgery, and interdisciplinary rehabilitation for low back pain: an evidence-based clinical practice guideline from the American Pain Society. Spine (Phila Pa 1976). 2009 May 1;34(10):1066-77. doi: 10.1097/BRS.0b013e3181a1390d. PMID: 19363457.
  6. Panknin TM, Howe CL, Hauer M, Bucchireddigari B, Rossi AM, Funk JL. Curcumin Supplementation and Human Disease: A Scoping Review of Clinical Trials. Int J Mol Sci. 2023 Feb 24;24(5):4476. doi: 10.3390/ijms24054476. PMID: 36901908; PMCID: PMC10003109.

References for NUTRITION: Curcumin: Ashburn Inflammation’s Enemy

  1. Panknin TM, Howe CL, Hauer M, Bucchireddigari B, Rossi AM, Funk JL. Curcumin Supplementation and Human Disease: A Scoping Review of Clinical Trials. Int J Mol Sci. 2023 Feb 24;24(5):4476. doi: 10.3390/ijms24054476. PMID: 36901908; PMCID: PMC10003109.
  2. Dehzad MJ, Ghalandari H, Nouri M, Askarpour M. Antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects of curcumin/turmeric supplementation in adults: A GRADE-assessed systematic review and dose-response meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials. Cytokine. 2023 Apr;164:156144. doi: 10.1016/j.cyto.2023.156144. Epub 2023 Feb 15. PMID: 36804260.
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  4. Zeng L, Yu G, Hao W, Yang K, Chen H. The efficacy and safety of Curcuma longa extract and curcumin supplements on osteoarthritis: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Biosci Rep. 2021 Jun 25;41(6):BSR20210817. doi: 10.1042/BSR20210817. PMID: 34017975; PMCID: PMC8202067.

References for FEATURE: Spinal Manipulation Lessens Chronic Ashburn Back Pain

  1. Rogers C, Elchert C, Hackney M: Chiropractic Management of a 67-Year-Old Veteran With Chronic Low Back Pain Utilizing Low-Velocity Flexion-Distraction: A Case Report. J Chiro Med 2023; in press April 27, 2023; https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jcm.2023.03.002
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  3. Chou, R et al; Interventional therapies, surgery, and interdisciplinary rehabilitation for low back pain: an evidence-based clinical practice guideline from the American Pain Society. Spine May, 2009; 34 (10)
  4. Gevers-Montoro C, Ortega-De Mues A, Piché M. Mechanisms of chiropractic spinal manipulative therapy for patients with chronic primary low back pain: protocol for a mechanistic randomised placebo-controlled trial. BMJ Open. 2023 Feb 10;13(2):e065999. doi: 10.1136/bmjopen-2022-065999. PMID: 36764718; PMCID: PMC9923302.
  5. Rubinstein SM, de Zoete A, van Middelkoop M, Assendelft WJJ, de Boer MR, van Tulder MW. Benefits and harms of spinal manipulative therapy for the treatment of chronic low back pain: systematic review and meta-analysis of randomised controlled trials. BMJ. 2019 Mar 13;364:l689. doi: 10.1136/bmj.l689. PMID: 30867144; PMCID: PMC6396088.
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References for SPINE: Neck Pain & Smartphone Use; Chiropractic Can Help

  1. Rani B, Paul A, Chauhan A, Pradhan P, Dhillon MS. Is Neck Pain Related to Sagittal Head and Neck Posture?: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis. Indian J Orthop. 2023 Jan 18;57(3):371-403. doi: 10.1007/s43465-023-00820-x. PMID: 36825268; PMCID: PMC9941407.
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  3. Moustafa IM, Diab AAM, Harrison DE. Does Forward Head Posture Influence Somatosensory Evoked Potentials and Somatosensory Processing in Asymptomatic Young Adults? J Clin Med. 2023 Apr 29;12(9):3217. doi: 10.3390/jcm12093217. PMID: 37176657; PMCID: PMC10179616.
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References for NUTRITION: Ashburn Multivitamin Benefit: Memory and Cognition

  1. Sarris J, Mehta B, Óvári V, Ferreres Giménez I. Potential mental and physical benefits of supplementation with a high-dose, B-complex multivitamin/mineral supplement: What is the evidence? Nutr Hosp. 2021 Dec 9;38(6):1277-1286. English. doi: 10.20960/nh.03631. PMID: 34530623.
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References for HEALTHY NEWS – June 2023

  1. Liu Z, Shi J, Huang Y, Zhou X, Huang H, Wu H, Lv L, Lv Z. A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials of manipulative therapy for patients with chronic neck pain. Complement Ther Clin Pract. 2023 Apr 7;52:101751. doi: 10.1016/j.ctcp.2023.101751. Epub ahead of print. PMID: 37084588.
  2. Harper B, Price P, Steele M. The efficacy of manual therapy on HRV in those with long-standing neck pain: a systematic review. Scand J Pain. 2023 Jun 1. doi: 10.1515/sjpain-2023-0006. Epub ahead of print. PMID: 37261845.
  3. Gudavalli MR, Potluri T, Carandang G, Havey RM, Voronov LI, Cox JM, Rowell RM, Kruse RA, Joachim GC, Patwardhan AG, Henderson CN, Goertz C. Intradiscal Pressure Changes during Manual Cervical Distraction: A Cadaveric Study. Evid Based Complement Alternat Med. 2013;2013:954134. doi: 10.1155/2013/954134. Epub 2013 Aug 20. PMID: 24023587; PMCID: PMC3762077.
  4. Gudavalli MR, Salsbury SA, Vining RD, Long CR, Corber L, Patwardhan AG, Goertz CM. Development of an attention-touch control for manual cervical distraction: a pilot randomized clinical trial for patients with neck pain. Trials. 2015 Jun 5;16:259. doi: 10.1186/s13063-015-0770-6. PMID: 26044576; PMCID: PMC4460764.
  5. Gudavalli MR, Vining RD, Salsbury SA, Goertz CM. Training and certification of doctors of chiropractic in delivering manual cervical traction forces: Results of a longitudinal observational study. J Chiropr Educ. 2014 Oct;28(2):130-8. doi: 10.7899/JCE-14-18. Epub 2014 Sep 19. PMID: 25237767; PMCID: PMC4211585.
  6. Gudavalli MR, Vining RD, Salsbury SA, Corber LG, Long CR, Patwardhan AG, Goertz CM. Clinician proficiency in delivering manual treatment for neck pain within specified force ranges. Spine J. 2015 Apr 1;15(4):570-6. doi: 10.1016/j.spinee.2014.10.016. Epub 2014 Oct 22. PMID: 25452013; PMCID: PMC4375060.
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  8. Manison AM. Chiropractic management using Cox cervical flexion-distraction technique for a disk herniation with left foraminal narrowing in a 64-year-old man. J Chiropr Med. 2011 Dec;10(4):316-21. doi: 10.1016/j.jcm.2011.04.004. PMID: 22654692; PMCID: PMC3315856.
  9. Anwar S, Arsalan A, Zafar H, Ahmad A, Hanif A. Effects of breathing reeducation on cervical and pulmonary outcomes in patients with non specific chronic neck pain: A double blind randomized controlled trial. PLoS One. 2022 Aug 25;17(8):e0273471. doi: 10.1371/journal.pone.0273471. PMID: 36006997; PMCID: PMC9409509.
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REFERENCES FOR EXERCISE: Exercise Benefits Ashburn Back Pain Relief

  1. Hlaing SS, Puntumetakul R, Khine EE, Boucaut R. Effects of core stabilization exercise and strengthening exercise on proprioception, balance, muscle thickness and pain related outcomes in patients with subacute nonspecific low back pain: a randomized controlled trial. BMC Musculoskelet Disord. 2021 Nov 30;22(1):998. doi: 10.1186/s12891-021-04858-6. PMID: 34847915; PMCID: PMC8630919..
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  REFERENCES for FEATURE: Spinal Manipulation Eases Ashburn Back and Leg Pain, Neurological Symptoms

  1. Kushnir A, Fedchyshyn B, Kachmar O. Review of effects of spinal manipulative therapy on neurological symptoms. J Bodyw Mov Ther. 2023 Apr;34:66-73. doi: 10.1016/j.jbmt.2023.04.009. Epub 2023 Apr 12. PMID: 37301560.
  2. Bussières AE, Stewart G, Al-Zoubi F, Decina P, Descarreaux M, Haskett D, Hincapié C, Pagé I, Passmore S, Srbely J, Stupar M, Weisberg J, Ornelas J. Spinal Manipulative Therapy and Other Conservative Treatments for Low Back Pain: A Guideline From the Canadian Chiropractic Guideline Initiative. J Manipulative Physiol Ther. 2018 May;41(4):265-293. doi: 10.1016/j.jmpt.2017.12.004. Epub 2018 Mar 30. PMID: 29606335.
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References for HEALTHY NEWS – July 2023

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REFERENCES for SPINE: Spinal Gout

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References for NUTRITION: Ashburn Osteoporosis and Chondroitin Sulfate

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 References for HEALTHY NEWS – August 2023
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  4. Khayam Nekoie F, Kouhzad Mohammadi H, Afshari-Safavi A, Mahdidust Jalali H, Taheri N. Assessment of Hip Range of Motion Limitations in Cases with Low Back Pain Based on the Classified Movement System Impairment. Adv Biomed Res. 2023 Jun 30;12:169. doi: 10.4103/abr.abr_337_22. PMID: 37564432; PMCID: PMC10410431.
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REFERENCES FOR EXERCISE: Iliopsoas Muscle

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References for FEATURE: Back Pain After Ashburn Back Pain Surgery: Opioids, Chiropractic, Outcomes

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References for SPINE: Ashburn Back Pain Alters Movement

 

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References for HEALTHY NEWS – September 2023

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References for EXERCISE: Ashburn Chiropractic Advice: Take a walk

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References for NUTRITION: Healthy Pumpkins: Not Just for Decoration!

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References for FEATURE: Disc Herniations – Even Giant Ones! - Resorb with Chiropractic

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References for HEALTHY NEWS – October 2023

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References for SPINE: Help from Pumpkin Leaves for Ashburn Degenerated Discs
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References for NUTRITION: Ashburn Mediterranean Diet Reduced Odds Of Cognitive Decline, Osteoporosis & Fracture Risk
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References for Exercise: Bird Dog: Beneficial Exercise for Back Pain Relief

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References for FEATURE: Guidelines for Ashburn Back Pain: Followed?
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References for HEALTHY NEWS – November 2023

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  References for SPINE: The Spine and Its Related Musculoskeletal Problems: Chiropractic Care Can Help 

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References for NUTRITION: Ashburn Holiday Peppermint: Good for Cognition & Appetite Regulation!

  1. Shi A, Long Y, Ma Y, Yu S, Li D, Deng J, Wen J, Li X, Wu Y, He X, Hu Y, Li N, Hu Y. Natural essential o ils derived from herbal medicines: A promising therapy strategy for treating cognitive impairment. Front Aging Neurosci. 2023 Mar 16;15:1104269. doi: 10.3389/fnagi.2023.1104269. PMID: 37009463; PMCID: PMC10060871.
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References for Exercise: Ashburn Chiropractic Tip: Move to Age Gracefully!  

  1. Byrnes A, McRae P, Mudge AM. 'Life is about movement-everything that is alive moves': a mixed methods study to understand barriers and enablers to inpatient mobility from the older patient's perspective. Age Ageing. 2023 Jul 1;52(7):afad111. doi: 10.1093/ageing/afad111. PMID: 37463284; PMCID: PMC10353760.
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References for HEALTHY NEWS – December 2023

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 References for FEATURE: Start on 2024’s Goal Now: Ashburn Back Pain Relief

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References for SPINE: Do You Walk Differently?  Back Pain, Stenosis & Gait Connected

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References for HEALTHY NEWS – January 2024

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 References for NUTRITION: Ashburn Nutrition: Mediterranean Diet Benefits for Neurodegeneration and Obesity Among Others
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References for Exercise: Exercise Guidelines for Ashburn Back Pain Care

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References for FEATURE: Positive Stats on Ashburn Chiropractic Care for Low Back Pain Relief

  1. Mathieu J, Pasquier M, Descarreaux M, Marchand AA. Diagnosis Value of Patient Evaluation Components Applicable in Primary Care Settings for the Diagnosis of Low Back Pain: A Scoping Review of Systematic Reviews. J Clin Med. 2023 May 21;12(10):3581. doi: 10.3390/jcm12103581. PMID: 37240687; PMCID: PMC10218868.
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  References for SPINE: February 2024

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References for HEALTHY NEWS – February 2024

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References for NUTRITION: Anti-Inflammatory Nutrients like Frankincense

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References for Exercise: Exercise is ‘King’ for Ashburn Knee Osteoarthritis

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References for FEATURE: Ashburn Chiropractic Helps Chronic Low Back Pain, Reduces Cost Of Care

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References for HEALTHY NEWS – March 2024

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References for SPINE: A Spinal Condition for Chiropractic Care: Spondylolisthesis

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References for NUTRITION: Green Teatime for Ashburn Pain Relief

  1. Xie X, Fu J, Gou W, Qin Y, Wang D, Huang Z, Wang L, Li X. Potential mechanism of tea for treating osteoporosis, osteoarthritis, and rheumatoid arthritis. Front Med (Lausanne). 2024 Feb 14;11:1289777. doi: 10.3389/fmed.2024.1289777. PMID: 38420363; PMCID: PMC10899483.
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References for Exercise: Ashburn Exercise Fights Chronic Pain, Good for Body & Mind

  1. Mannes ZL, Ferguson EG, Ennis N, Hasin DS, Cottler LB. Pain Acceptance Among Retired National Football League Athletes: Implications for Clinical Intervention. J Clin Sport Psychol. 2023 Mar;17(1):27-40. doi: 10.1123/jcsp.2020-0061. Epub 2021 Sep 25. PMID: 36919031; PMCID: PMC10010661.
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References for HEALTHY NEWS – April 2024
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References for Feature: Spinal Stenosis and Ashburn Back Pain with (Knee or Hip) Osteoarthritis

  1. Young JJ, Hartvigsen J, Roos EM, Ammendolia C, Kongsted A, Skou ST, Grønne DT, Jensen RK. Symptoms of lumbar spinal stenosis in people with knee or hip osteoarthritis or low back pain: a cross-sectional study of 10,234 participants in primary care. Osteoarthritis Cartilage. 2021 Nov;29(11):1515-1520. doi: 10.1016/j.joca.2021.07.012. Epub 2021 Jul 31. PMID: 34343677.
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References for SPINE: Ashburn Aging’s Effect on Neck Motion & Osteophytes

  1. Schuermans VNE, Smeets AYJM, Breen A, Branney J, Curfs I, van Santbrink H, Boselie TFM. An observational study of quality of motion in the aging cervical spine: sequence of segmental contributions in dynamic fluoroscopy recordings. BMC Musculoskelet Disord. 2024 Apr 25;25(1):330. doi: 10.1186/s12891-024-07423-z. PMID: 38664811.
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References for NUTRITION: Unveiling the Connection: B12 Deficiency, Ashburn Neck Pain, and Radiculopathy

  1. Mehta A, Lynch W, Jha P. Vitamin B12 deficiency presenting as neck pain and cervical radiculopathy. BMJ Case Rep. 2024 Apr 24;17(4):e259696. doi: 10.1136/bcr-2024-259696. PMID: 38663893.

References for Exercise: Exercise to Enhance Lower Limb Proprioception Balance and Ease Ashburn Low Back Pain

  1. Chen Z, Tirosh O, Han J, Adams R, El-Ansary D, Pranata A. Lower Limb Proprioception in Low Back Pain and Its Relationship With Voluntary Postural Control. J Mot Behav. 2024 May 2:1-12. doi: 10.1080/00222895.2024.2341712. Epub ahead of print. PMID: 38697938.
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References for FEATURE: Ashburn Chiropractic Possible Benefit for ADHD

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  2. Muir JM. Chiropractic management of a patient with symptoms of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder. J Chiropr Med. 2012 Sep;11(3):221-4. doi: 10.1016/j.jcm.2011.10.009. PMID: 23449647; PMCID: PMC3437345.
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  4. Amjad I, Niazi IK, Kumari N, Duehr J, Shehzad G, Rashid U, Duehr J, Trager RJ, Holt K, Haavik H. The effects of chiropractic adjustment on inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity in children with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder: a pilot RCT. Front Psychol. 2024 May 6;15:1323397. doi: 10.3389/fpsyg.2024.1323397. PMID: 38770250; PMCID: PMC11104450.
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References for SPINE: Ashburn Chiropractic and Cox Technic: A Path to Relief of Sciatic Neuropathy

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 References for NUTRITION: Ashburn Chiropractic Tip: Strawberry Time! Good for Dementia, Insulin Resistance, Cardiovascular Disease
  1. Basu A, Izuora K, Betts NM, Kinney JW, Salazar AM, Ebersole JL, Scofield RH. Dietary Strawberries Improve Cardiometabolic Risks in Adults with Obesity and Elevated Serum LDL Cholesterol in a Randomized Controlled Crossover Trial. Nutrients. 2021 Apr 23;13(5):1421. doi: 10.3390/nu13051421. PMID: 33922576; PMCID: PMC8145532.
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References for HEALTHY NEWS – June 2024

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References for Exercise: Effective Ashburn Chiropractic Care & Exercises for Alleviating Neck Pain
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References for FEATURE: Ashburn Disc Herniation Back Pain Relief with Chiropractic

  1. Lilly DT, Davison MA, Eldridge CM, Singh R, Montgomery EY, Bagley C, Adogwa O. An Assessment of Nonoperative Management Strategies in a Herniated Lumbar Disc Population: Successes Versus Failures. Global Spine J. 2021 Sep;11(7):1054-1063. doi: 10.1177/2192568220936217. Epub 2020 Jul 7. PMID: 32677528; PMCID: PMC8351061.
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References for HEALTHY NEWS – July 2024
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  2. Jensen RK, Hartvigsen L, Kongsted A. Pain trajectories over 12 months following conservative care consultation in patients with lumbar spinal stenosis. BMC Res Notes. 2024 Jun 22;17(1):174. doi: 10.1186/s13104-024-06840-6. PMID: 38909261; PMCID: PMC11193895.
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References for SPINE: Rediscover Comfort and Clarity With Chiropractic Care For Older Spines

  1. Ziloochi F, Niazi IK, Amjad I, Cade A, Duehr J, Ghani U, Holt K, Haavik H, Shalchyan V. Investigating the effects of chiropractic care on resting-state EEG of MCI patients. Front Aging Neurosci. 2024 Jun 11;16:1406664. doi: 10.3389/fnagi.2024.1406664. PMID: 38919600; PMCID: PMC11196806.
  2. Jensen RK, Hartvigsen L, Kongsted A. Pain trajectories over 12 months following conservative care consultation in patients with lumbar spinal stenosis. BMC Res Notes. 2024 Jun 22;17(1):174. doi: 10.1186/s13104-024-06840-6. PMID: 38909261; PMCID: PMC11193895.
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References for NUTRITION: Ashburn Summer…A Time To Develop Some Healthy

  1. Habits!Demark-Wahnefried W, Oster RA, Smith KP, Kaur H, Frugé AD, Cole WW, Locher JL, Rocque GB, Pisu M, Bail JR, Cohen HJ, Moellering DR, Blair CK. Vegetable Gardening and Health Outcomes in Older Cancer Survivors: A Randomized Clinical Trial. JAMA Netw Open. 2024 Jun 3;7(6):e2417122. doi: 10.1001/jamanetworkopen.2024.17122. PMID: 38900426; PMCID: PMC11190797.
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References for Exercise: Unlocking Recovery: The Power of the Multifidus Muscle in Back Pain Relief

  1. Tsartsapakis I, Bagioka I, Fountoukidou F, Kellis E. A Comparison between Core Stability Exercises and Muscle Thickness Using Two Different Activation Maneuvers. J Funct Morphol Kinesiol. 2024 Apr 11;9(2):70. doi: 10.3390/jfmk9020070. PMID: 38651428; PMCID: PMC11036226.
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References for FEATURE: 3 Great Reasons to See Your Ashburn Chiropractor
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References for HEALTHY NEWS – August 2024

  1. Jensen RK, Lillesø S, Jensen JS, Stochkendahl MJ. Patient expectations and levels of satisfaction in chiropractic treatment for lumbar radiculopathy. A mixed methods study. Chiropr Man Therap. 2023 May 19;31(1):13. doi: 10.1186/s12998-023-00486-0. PMID: 37208689; PMCID: PMC10197044.
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References for SPINE: Thoracic Spine Mobilization: A Key to Thoracic AND Cervical Comfort

  1. Fernández-de-las-Peñas C, Palomeque-del-Cerro L, Rodríguez-Blanco C, Gómez-Conesa A, Miangolarra-Page JC. Changes in neck pain and active range of motion after a single thoracic spine manipulation in subjects presenting with mechanical neck pain: a case series. J Manipulative Physiol Ther. 2007 May;30(4):312-20. doi: 10.1016/j.jmpt.2007.03.007. PMID: 17509440.
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  References for NUTRITION: Unveiling the Recent Ashburn Chiropractic Nutrition Benefits of Chondroitin Sulfate

  1. Lomiwes D, Barnes M, Shaw O, Ngametua N, Sawyer G, Burr N, Hedderley D, Kanon A, Bear T, Carroll A, Bentley-Hewitt K, Tian HS, Miller MR. The Efficacy of New Zealand Greenshell™ Mussel Powder Supplementation in Supporting Muscle Recovery Following Eccentric Exercise-Induced Muscle Damage in Healthy, Untrained Adult Males. Nutrients. 2023 May 15;15(10):2316. doi: 10.3390/nu15102316. PMID: 37242198; PMCID: PMC10221610.
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 References for Exercise: Understanding Ashburn Neck Pain And The Importance Of Stabilization

  1. Agarwal V, Goel A, Srivastava A, Rawat P, Singh R. Optimizing Pain Relief and Range of Motion in Unilateral Cervical Radiculopathy: A Study on Neural Tissue Mobilization and Cervical Stabilization Exercises. Cureus. 2024 Jul 29;16(7):e65646. doi: 10.7759/cureus.65646. PMID: 39205766; PMCID: PMC11351386.
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References for HEALTHY NEWS – September 2024

  1. Burton W, Wayne PM, Litrownik D, Long CR, Vining R, Rist P, Kilgore K, Lisi A, Kowalski MH. Integrating Chiropractic Care and Tai Chi Training for the Treatment of Chronic Nonspecific Neck Pain in Nurses: A Single-Arm Mixed-Methods Pilot Trial. J Integr Complement Med. 2024 Aug 22. doi: 10.1089/jicm.2024.0043. Epub ahead of print. PMID: 39169834.
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References for FEATURE: BENEFITS OF INTEGRATING Ashburn CHIROPRACTIC CARE INTO THE MANAGEMENT OF MUSCULOSKELETAL CONDITIONS

  1. Emary PC, Corcoran KL, Coleman BC, Brown AL, Ciraco C, DiDonato J, Wang L, Couban RJ, Sud A, Busse JW. The impact of chiropractic care on prescription opioid use for non-cancer spine pain: protocol for a systematic review and meta-analysis. Syst Rev. 2024 Sep 12;13(1):232. doi: 10.1186/s13643-024-02654-6. PMID: 39267131; PMCID: PMC11394937.
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References for SPINE: Help for Ashburn Frozen Shoulder due to Cervical Spine Stenosis

  1. Russo S, Sharma A, Vardanyan R, Thavarajasingam SG, Riew KD. The Association Between Cervical Foraminal Stenosis and Adhesive Capsulitis: An Imaging-based Case-Control Study. Spine (Phila Pa 1976). 2024 May 8. doi: 10.1097/BRS.0000000000005031. Epub ahead of print. PMID: 38717313.
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References for NUTRITION: Food and Dietary Changes Positively Impact Pain and Reduce Inflammation

  1. Renard D, Tuffet S, Dieudé P, Claudepierre P, Gossec L, Fautrel B, Molto A, Miceli-Richard C, Richette P, Maheu E, Carette C, Czernichow S, Jamakorzyan C, Rousseau A, Berenbaum F, Beauvais C, Sellam J. Factors associated with dietary practices and beliefs on food of patients with rheumatic and musculoskeletal diseases: a multicentre cross-sectional study. Joint Bone Spine. 2024 Sep 18:105778. doi: 10.1016/j.jbspin.2024.105778. Epub ahead of print. PMID: 39303938.
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References for HEALTHY NEWS – October 2024

 

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References for Exercise: Unlocking Relief from Frozen Shoulder with Ashburn Chiropractic and Exercise

  1. Russo S, Sharma A, Vardanyan R, Thavarajasingam SG, Riew KD. The Association Between Cervical Foraminal Stenosis and Adhesive Capsulitis: An Imaging-based Case-Control Study. Spine (Phila Pa 1976). 2024 May 8. doi: 10.1097/BRS.0000000000005031. Epub ahead of print. PMID: 38717313.
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References for FEATURE: Beneficial Recommendations for  Ashburn Chiropractic and Spinal Manipulation for Spine Pain Management: Low Back Pain, Neck Pain, Headache

  1. Trager RJ, Bejarano G, Perfecto RT, Blackwood ER, Goertz CM. Chiropractic and Spinal Manipulation: A Review of Research Trends, Evidence Gaps, and Guideline Recommendations. J Clin Med. 2024 Sep 24;13(19):5668. doi: 10.3390/jcm13195668. PMID: 39407729.
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References for SPINE: Revolutionizing Spinal Care: The Science Behind Disc Changes Post-Cox® Flexion Distraction Manipulation

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References for HEALTHY NEWS – November 2024

 

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