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Radical Cooling May Minimize Spinal Cord Damage

When a person breaks his or her neck, the delicate and vital nerve tissue of the spinal cord can be torn, setting in motion a cascade of dying nerves up and down the spine.

But a new technique that runs icy cold brine into the veins of spine injury victims to reduce their body temperature to 92 degrees for two days appears to hold promise to protect them from the cascading nerve damage and offer them hope to move and feel again.
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Anti-Arthritis Benefits of Ancient China's Qigong

An old Chinese healing-energy practice has potential for helping patients with knee arthritis, recent research suggests. The Chinese technique, known as qigong (pronounced chee-gong), utilizes the supposed flows of chi (qi), or energy, in practitioner and patient to bring healing to a variety of disorders. It's widespread in China. Qigong theorizes that disease results from blockages in the free flow of chi in the human organism. A therapist trained in controlling his own chi can use it to normalize the flow of chi in a patient.


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Glimmer of Hope for Spine-Injury Victims

It's just in rats for now, but scientists have induced spinal cord regrowth by taking tiny nerves from the rib cage, bathing them in a growth-inducing protein, and then grafting them into the area of the cut spinal cord. "By using tiny nerves from the rib cage as cables connecting the severed spinal cord, we were able to get some improvement in leg function," said Dr. Vernon Lin, a professor of physical medicine at the University of California at Irvine and director of the Spinal Cord Injury Group at the Long Beach Veterans Administration Medical Center.


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Worried Sick? There Might Be Some Truth There

A recent report by health provider BUPA has found that people's worries are damaging their health by causing sleepless nights, loss of sex drive, and erratic eating habits. The 2007 Worry Report demonstrates that almost one in five people constantly worry about numerous things, and more than half feel they worry more now than five years ago. Half of the people surveyed this year, which is 6% more than in 2006, claimed they were more worried about their health and their family's health than about other concerning issues such as climate change or terrorist attacks. The survey finds that almost three quarters of people worry, but around 19% admit to worrying all the time or about a number of things.


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Reducing Stress Lowers Risk of Cardiovascular Problems

A Review in The Lancet reveals the importance of healthy lifestyle choices to reduce stressors related to cardiovascular risk factors. Researchers from John Hopkins Hospital in Baltimore examined records between 1990 to 2006. They observed how stress affects the sympathetic nervous system, impacts physiology, and the effect it has on the cardiovascular system. Lead author, Daniel Brotman, claims "Acute physical stressors such as sugery, trauma, and intense physical exertion are well known triggers of cardiovascular events. Emotional stressors are increasingly recognized as precipitants of such events."


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Power Plate Technology Can Aid Physical Therapy

For physical therapists who treat patients suffering from back pain and weakened core muscles, the Power Plate is a beneficial piece of technology. The machine vibrates to stimulate reflexive muscle contractions 25-50 times per second. The Power Plate increases blood circulation to core spinal and abdominal muscles that have weakened over time due to sedentary lifestyle habits. For people who are lacking in their level of fitness, the Power Plate is designed to ease the difficult transition from an inactive to an healthy lifestyle. While it remains unclear whether this vibration technology can replace other forms of exercise, some physicians believe it can greatly complement any exercise or physical therapy regimen.


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For Arthritis, Prevention is Better than the Cure

A new study, published in the Journal Arthritis Research and Therapy, has shown exercise beneficial in reducing or preventing the pain of osteoarthritis. This study followed two groups of women, both of whom were previously free of joint pain, one aged 48-55 years, one aged 72-79 years. Questioners determined the amount of physical activity and timing of the onset of symptoms which suggested osteoarthritis, like stiff or painful joints. The physical activity was categorized as none, low (1h hour and 15 minutes of activity), moderate (21/2 hours weekly), and high, (over 21/2 hours weekly).


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Spine Force Machine for Herniated Discs

The Spine Force machine is the only device capable of stimulating the deep muscles of the spine. A groundbreaking device called the Spine Force has the potential to transform how we care for the muscles and structures in the lower back. LPG Systems is a France based company that has developed this machine to stimulate the deep connective tissue within the spine that can break down with sedentary lifestyle habits. With the advent of the Spine Force, health practitioners who specialize in treating spinal diseases and disorders may now have a resource to ensure that patients don't have recurring spinal problems.


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ACL Injuries with NFL Players | Orthopedics

If you're at all a sports fan, or an athlete yourself, you've probably heard of the anterior cruciate ligament. It's commonly injured. Now a new study shows what happens to NFL players who are sidelined by their acl's, and it's not good news for players or fans and the owners. Now, a ligament is a strong piece of connective tissue that connects bone to bone across a joint. The anterior cruciate ligament crosses with the posterior cruciate ligament in the center of the knee. They control the backward and forward motion of the knee. The ACL in particular restrains excessive forward motion of the knee as well as the inward twisting or rotation of the knee. In fact, the ACL is frequently injured in severe twisting injuries of the knee or with a sudden stop. This new research in the American Journal of Sports Medicine looking specifically at ACL injuries in NFL players found those who suffer one of these injuries will likely never be the same player again. Essentially, total yards and touchdowns were markedly diminished when they returned after surgery.


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Understanding Slipped Disc | Symptoms, Causes, Treatments

What is a Slipped Disc?


One of the most common injuries to the spine is slipped or a herniated disk. This condition may be extremely painful and may damage surrounding muscle and nerve systems.


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Shoulder Pain Treatment Manhattan, NYC

Dr. Steven Shoshany

Dr. Steven Shoshany

New York Medical Integrative & Rehab

632 Broadway, Ste 303 (btw. Bleecker & Houston)
New York, NY 10012

Call: (888) 435-7155

Shoulder pain can interfere with your work and keep you from playing with your kids. Dr. Steven Shoshany at New York Integrative Medical and Rehab in Manhattan offers treatment to relive shoulder pain and increase your mobility. He and his staff are dedicated to delivering top of the line service and setting up a relaxing and professional environment for their clients. Healing your pain permanently is their primary objective.


Neck Pain Relief New Jersey

Dr. Peter Ferraro, D.C.

Dr. Peter Ferraro, D.C.

224 Midland Ave.
Saddle Brook, New Jersey 07663

Call: 888-283-6198

Have you suffered a neck injury recently? Are you unable to move your neck freely and comfortably without pain? Neck pain relief is available with treatment from Dr. Peter M. Ferraro! He is a skilled doctor of chiropractic that helped many overcome pain in their bodies by combining traditional chiropractic methods with other alternative methods. This multidisciplinary approach has shown great results for neck pain sufferers in New Jersey and elsewhere. If you are in need of treatment, call today to schedule an appointment.


Muscle Spasms Morris County, New Jersey

Dr. Peter Ferraro, D.C.

Dr. Peter Ferraro, D.C.

Coming soon
to Rutherford NJ,

Call: 888-283-6198

Have you recently strained a muscle? Most muscle spasms occur when individuals fail to seek the correct treatment after straining or overusing a muscle. Spasms, often called a pulled muscle, can lead to severe discomfort and immobility if the right treatment measures aren%u2019t taken quickly. Dr. Peter Ferraro D.C., specializes in providing patients with the most options for non-surgical pain relief. These safe and effective techniques provide treatment for a wide range of common injures without relying on drugs or surgery. If you are seeking treatment or information on muscle spasms in the Morris County, New Jersey area contact Dr. Peter Ferraro D.C. today.


Spinal Stenosis Fairfield, CT

Dr. Associates in Family Chiropractic & Natural Health Care, P.C.

Dr. Associates in Family Chiropractic & Natural Health Care, P.C.

Associates in Family Chiropractic & Natural Health Care, P.C.

156 East Avenue
Norwalk, CT 06851

Call: (203) 242-0165

If you are suffering from spinal stenosis and are looking for natural, effective care, it is very important that you turn to a trusted professional. In Fairfield, CT, Dr. Risa Sloves has years of experience to compliment state of the art natural care technology at Associates in Family Chiropractic. Dr. Sloves works alongside a talented team of who have a growing reputation for extraordinary personal care.


Carpal Tunnel Syndrome New Jersey

Dr. Peter Ferraro, D.C.

Dr. Peter Ferraro, D.C.

224 Midland Ave.
Saddle Brook, New Jersey 07663

Call: 888-283-6198

Has using your wrist become increasingly painful or impossible? Carpal tunnel syndrome is a condition that affects many in today%u2019s workforce and can cause intense pain ceasing any ability to use the wrist. The use of the hands is essential to doing anything and thus seeing an experienced doctor can benefit greatly. Dr. Peter Ferraro has been assisting patients achieve a better, pain free existence. For any patient he uses a comprehensive, multidisciplinary approach to their treatment whether the condition is carpal tunnel or any other musculoskeletal issue. If you are in pain and need treatment, consider visiting Dr. Ferraro in New Jersey today.


Spinal Decompression Fairfield County, Connecticut

Dr. Associates in Family Chiropractic & Natural Health Care, P.C.

Dr. Associates in Family Chiropractic & Natural Health Care, P.C.

Associates in Family Chiropractic & Natural Health Care, P.C.

156 East Avenue
Norwalk, CT 06851

Call: (203) 242-0165

Lower back pain is a problem for over 80% of the population in America. So, take charge of your health by searching for spinal decompression therapists in the Fairfield County Connecticut region because they will help you relieve the pain.


Whiplash Treatment Passaic County, New Jersey

Dr. Peter Ferraro, D.C.

Dr. Peter Ferraro, D.C.

224 Midland Ave.
Saddle Brook, New Jersey 07663

Call: 888-283-6198

Often painful and severely uncomfortable, whiplash is one of the most common types of car accident related injuries. It accounts for more than one million car accident back injuries annually. Whiplash injury can cause further damage to one%u2019s joints, discs, muscles, nerves, and ligaments of the neck. Although common, these injuries are sometimes difficult to diagnose. Fortunately for those living in the Passaic County of New Jersey, Dr. Ferraro, provides specialized treatment options for all of their patients%u2019 specific needs.


Degenerative Disc Disease Morris County, New Jersey

Dr. Peter Ferraro, D.C.

Dr. Peter Ferraro, D.C.

Coming soon
to Rutherford NJ,

Call: 888-283-6198

Do you suffer from degenerative disc disease? Life can take its toll on the discs of the spine. While for many degenerative disc disease many not cause much discomfort, for some can be extremely painful. In Morris County, New Jersey Dr. Peter Ferraro, DC is an experienced practitioner who has helped many patients who suffer from degenerative disc disease. His unique treatment protocol and individualized attention has made the difference in his patient%u2019s lives and health.


Neck Pain Treatment Manhattan, NYC

Dr. Steven Shoshany

Dr. Steven Shoshany

New York Medical Integrative & Rehab

632 Broadway, Ste 303 (btw. Bleecker & Houston)
New York, NY 10012

Call: (888) 435-7155

Are you living with neck pain? Can you not do the activities you used to complete so easily in the past? Neck pain can result from too much physical strain or some other cause. There is always the pain however. People that suffer from neck pain should consider Dr. Steven Shoshany at New York Integrative Medical and Rehab in Manhattan. He is a very innovative pain management specialist who can help you get through your neck pain.


Bulging Disc Passaic County, New Jersey

Dr. Peter Ferraro, D.C.

Dr. Peter Ferraro, D.C.

224 Midland Ave.
Saddle Brook, New Jersey 07663

Call: 888-283-6198

If you are one of the millions of Americans that suffer from a Bulging Disc, chiropractic care may be the solution that can ease your pain while increasing your functionality. However, it is vital that you turn to a professional with years of experience in safely and effectively healing the spinal area due to the intricate nature of the spinal system. Dr. Peter Ferraro, DC and his certified team of experts near Passaic County, New Jersey have dedicated their lives to helping patients heal the source of their Bulging Disc in a noninvasive and natural way.


MicroVas Somerset County, New Jersey

Dr. Ronald Spiaggia

Dr. Ronald Spiaggia

Performance Rehabilitation & Sports Injury Center

459 Watchung Avenue
Watchung, NJ 07069

Call: 888-871-3064

If you are suffering from Neuropathy, then Performance Rehabilitation in Somerset County, New Jersey can help you. Neuropathy is a condition where pain, numbness, tingling, swelling, and muscle weakness occur in the extremities. Broadly defined, neuropathy is an abnormal functioning of the nerves. This condition affects over two million Americans. Until recently, there has been little treatment available to patients. Now, there is an alternative/adjunctive treatment to medication, which has a 90% success rate in treating patients for pain stemming from neuropathy.


Dolor Crónico de Espalda Astoria, Long Island City, Queens

NY Rehab, Pain Management & Medical Services, P.C.

NY Rehab, Pain Management & Medical Services, P.C.

32-44 31st Street
Astoria, NY 11106

Call: (888) 292-7798

Para el dolor crónico de espalda, su respuesta es SpineForce. NY Rehab, Pain Management & Medical Services, P.C. en Astoria, Long Island City, Queens, NY le proporciona alivio a su dolor crónico con un cuidado quiropráctico especializado. NY Rehab ofrece en su práctica una estabilización central exclusiva y altos protocolos de revitalización para asegurar que los pacientes permanezcan saludables después del tratamiento.


Migraines New Jersey

Dr. Peter Ferraro, D.C.

Dr. Peter Ferraro, D.C.

224 Midland Ave.
Saddle Brook, New Jersey 07663

Call: 888-283-6198

Are you suffering from intense migraines or headaches? Migraines can create a great disturbance when living from day to day. Today there are treatments available that are geared towards relieving sufferers of migraines without the need for invasive or complicated methods. Dr. Peter Ferraro has been helping New Jersey patients free themselves from the confinements of bad headaches. If you are suffering today and are in need of treatment, Dr. Ferraro can help. Call today.


Scoliosis Treatment Norwalk, CT

Dr. Associates in Family Chiropractic & Natural Health Care, P.C.

Dr. Associates in Family Chiropractic & Natural Health Care, P.C.

Associates in Family Chiropractic & Natural Health Care, P.C.

156 East Avenue
Norwalk, CT 06851

Call: (203) 242-0165

Don't let the pain of scoliosis leave you uncomfortable with your body. Quality treatment and relief is available in Norwalk, CT. Dr. Risa Sloves, DC at Associates in Family Chiropractic has been treating patients with scoliosis for sixteen years.


Back Pain Relief Gloucester County, New Jersey

Dr. Peter Ferraro, D.C.

Dr. Peter Ferraro, D.C.

233 East Main St.
Manasquan, NJ 08736

Call: 888-464-0912

When pain in your back becomes too great to bear any longer, you need to take decisive action. However, for many people surgery is not an option for a variety of reasons. And the fact is that in some cases, back surgery makes no significant difference for patients, even exacerbating symptoms at times. A non-surgical approach can alleviate the pain without the fears that go with surgery so that you can find relief from your back pain. If you live in Gloucester County, New Jersey, Dr. Peter Ferraro, DC has over ten years of experience in chiropractic medicine to help you.


Neck Pain Relief Manhattan

Dr. Steven Shoshany

Dr. Steven Shoshany

New York Integrative Medical and Rehab

632 Broadway, Ste 303 (btw. Bleecker & Houston)
New York, NY 10012

Call: (888) 435-7155

Stiff and tense feelings will only serve to promote more Neck pain as your movement becomes more strained and difficult. Choosing the right medical specialist can prove to be detrimental in obtaining total relief from the rigid and restraining effects of neck pain. For this reason, many individuals choose to experience the recuperative benefits offered by the specialist health care providers at New York Integrative Medical and Rehab in Manhattan. For years, Dr. Steven Shoshany has helped the New York community to rid itself of aggravating effects of chronic joint illness by utilizing the latest techniques in chiropractic procedures to achieve complete wellness and a considerable amount of neck pain relief.


Herniated Disc Norwalk, CT

Dr. Associates in Family Chiropractic & Natural Health Care, P.C.

Dr. Associates in Family Chiropractic & Natural Health Care, P.C.

Associates in Family Chiropractic & Natural Health Care, P.C.

156 East Avenue
Norwalk, CT 06851

Call: (203) 242-0165

Herniated disc can cause great discomfort and pain. There are several treatment options available to persons suffering from herniated discs. At Associates in Family Chiropractic & Natural Healthcare in Norwalk, Connecticut, Dr Risa Sloves uses the state-of-the-art DRX 9000 spinal decompression therapy to treat the problem area and relieve the pain.


Pinched Nerve Manhattan

Dr. Steven S. Moalemi, M.D.

Dr. Steven S. Moalemi, M.D.

Empire Physical Medicine & Pain Management

551 5th Avenue Ste. 525
New York, NY 10176

Call: (888) 898-7795

Chronic, nagging pain in the back breaks you down and takes its toll on the active life you enjoy. So many of the things we do day to day that hold so little significance become important when we lose our capacity to perform them without pain. For many each year, a pinched nerve from herniated or bulging discs in the spine will be the cause of pain and the reason that life grinds to a halt. If you are one of the people who suffer with back and neck pain from a pinched nerve in Manhattan, let Dr. Steven Moalemi, M.D. of Empire Physical Medicine & Pain Management end your pain with spinal decompression therapy.


Rehabilitation from Injuries Passaic County, New Jersey

Dr. Peter Ferraro, D.C.

Dr. Peter Ferraro, D.C.

224 Midland Ave.
Saddle Brook, New Jersey 07663

Call: 888-283-6198

Have you been unable to recover from that old running injury? Is a back injury preventing you from pursuing the activities you once loved? For patients seeking rehabilitation from injuries, Dr. Peter Ferraro, DC near Passaic County, New Jersey offers the best in chiropractic treatments, massage, and physical therapy.


Back Ache New Jersey

Dr. Peter Ferraro, D.C.

Dr. Peter Ferraro, D.C.

224 Midland Ave.
Saddle Brook, New Jersey 07663

Call: 888-283-6198

Are you suffering from back pains? Dr. Ferraro is an expert chiropractor who has been assisting many people overcome their back aches and pains using the latest in chiropractic and alternative care. He uses the full width of chiropractic treatments to ensure the best possible recovery for his patients. If you are suffering with back ache and are living in New Jersey, call today to schedule a consultation.