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My Neck Pain Persists After 6 Months of Physical Therapy

1/30/2020

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Do you have pain that stems from your neck and into your arms, or stiffness that restricts your range of motion? Have you been told that you have "radiculopathy", "disc bulge/herniation", or "spondylolithesis"? Anywhere from 16-75% of the population experiences these musculoskeletal conditions [1]. It is estimated that up to 80% of the US population will experience these pains at some point in their lives. The recommended treatment accrues approximately $50 billion in US healthcare costs each year.[2]
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​Many of us expect guidance from the local orthopedist; with advice from a trusted source, it is advised to pursue a course of physical therapy. Acute pain is a complex process involving activation of: nociceptors, chemical mediators, and inflammation. Both prescribed and over-the-counter medications can target elements within the pain pathway to eliminate or reduce the sensation of symptoms. Pain management begins, when possible, prior to the tissue trauma until acute pain is appropriately managed. Clinical outcomes and satisfaction most likely will be improved.

No one single treatment will intervene to treat each factor; rather, a combination of modalities should be utilized to reduce pain perception. For those that suffer from neck symptoms, it is beneficial to establish: reasonable goals, cost-effectiveness of the recommended treatment plan, future transition to an unsupervised program, and awareness of potential barriers of treatment/alternative conservative plans, or possible referral. It can be frustrating, and prohibitive ,when you're given an extensive treatment plan when there is still significant persistent symptoms. 
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​Even medication or physical modalities are "palliative care", and symptoms can be expected to persist if the underlying cause goes untreated. Research shows that cervical traction in conjunction of transcutaneous electrical stimulation demonstrates both analgesic efficacy with improved global mobility/pain levels with cervical disorders. [1]

If you or someone you know suffers from debilitating neck pain, call or text (203) 842-8631 to receive the best evidence based treatments that effectively treat and prevent these pesky symptoms.  
Information provided by PubMed®
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1. Med Sci Monit. 2017; 23: 335–342.
The Effectiveness of Cervical Spondylosis Therapy with Saunders Traction Device and High-Intensity Laser Therapy: A Randomized Controlled Trial

2. Journal ListMo Medv.110(1); Jan-Feb 2013PMC6179627
A Review of Management of Acute Pain
Quinn Johnson, MD
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What Are Broccoli Sprouts and Should I be Eating Them?

1/28/2020

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Breakfast conversations often gets brought up during treatments with Dr. Q. He often gets asked, "What do you eat for breakfast?" One of the breakfast staples in the Q household is avocado toast with homegrown broccoli sprouts. Sprouts are a super-healthy addition to any breakfast and can be grown in your own kitchen.  Broccoli sprouts are one of the most nutrient dense foods that you can eat and very easy to grow at home year round.  They are first seedlings of the broccoli plant, and add a wonderful crunch to your meals.  

The main medicinal and nutritional component of broccoli sprouts is a called sulfurophane.  Sulfurophane is a strong antioxidant, aides with detoxification, and has been shown to greatly reduce risks of different types of cancers, including breast, bladder, stomach and colon cancers.  ​
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So you're interested in sprouting this medicinal goodness in your kitchen?  We are here to guide you along the way!  It is super easy and can be a fun way to engage your family in healthy meal prep.  

What you'll need to start:
-Organic Broccoli Sprout Seeds
-Wide-mouth Jar
-Sprouting Lid
-Water

Here is the day-by-day or step-by-step process:

DAY 1: Put 1-2 TBSP of organic broccoli seeds in a jar, rinse, and let them SOAK overnight for 24 hours.  You can leave them on the counter or in a cabinet. 

Day 2: Rinse the seeds and place upside down for water to drain through the sprouting lid (mesh top).  This keeps your sprouts fresh and free of mold. You can rinse them several times a day, but every morning and night is sufficient. 

Day 3:  After a few days, the sprouts will start to grow and yellow & green leaves will start to appear.  Now you can move your jar into a sunny part of your kitchen.  ​
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To be continued.... (check out or instagram @DrQChiro for more)

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Want a Little Pep In Your Vertical Jump?

1/24/2020

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What athlete wouldn't want to be able to jump a little higher to get that competitive edge? Would you ever consider going to your Chiropractor if it meant you might be able to increase your vertical jump with an adjustment? It's true! The effect of a chiropractic high-velocity, low-amplitude manipulation in those who suffer from ankle joint dysfunction over a 3 week period had statistically significant improvement in vertical jump height.
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A vertical jump or vertical leap is the act of raising one’s center of gravity higher in the vertical plane exclusively with the utilization of one’s own muscles; it is a measure of how high an individual or athlete can elevate off the ground from a standstill. Vertical jump is also an important measurement to assess recovery prior to a weight-training, speed or even practice session. If you over train your nervous system by performing an excessive volume of heavy weight or high- speed training, the fatigue will manifest itself first in your performance in movements requiring high-speed.
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There were no adverse effects in this study, as chiropractic manipulation is non-invasive nor uses pharmacologic intervention to achieve these results. Your feet have an important stability function. If the foundation that you stand on is dysfunctional, these stresses will be transmitted to other parts of your body with discomfort and pain being felt in your ankles, knees and lower back.

If you'd like to have our doctors assess you, or someone you know, call or text our office TODAY at (203) 842-8631.
Information provided by PubMed®
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Website: www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed

J Manipulative Physiol Ther. 2014 Feb;37(2):116-23. doi: 10.1016/j.jmpt.2013.11.004. Epub 2014 Jan 2.
Effect of chiropractic manipulation on vertical jump height in young female athletes with talocrural joint dysfunction: a single-blind randomized clinical pilot trial.
Hedlund S1, Nilsson H1, Lenz M1, Sundberg T2.
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How Can My Chiropractor Help My Fibromyalgia?

1/14/2020

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Fibromyalgia is a disorder characterized by widespread musculoskeletal pain accompanied by fatigue, sleep, memory and mood issues. Researchers believe that fibromyalgia amplifies painful sensations by affecting the way your brain processes pain signals.

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​Fibromyalgia is the second most common condition affecting your bones and muscles. Yet it's often misdiagnosed and misunderstood. Its classic symptoms are widespread muscle and joint pain and fatigue. There's no cure. But a combination of medication, exercise, managing your stress, and healthy habits may ease your symptoms enough that you can live a normal, active life.
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Fibromyalgia can feel similar to osteoarthritis, bursitis, and tendinitis. But rather than hurting in a specific area, the pain and stiffness could be throughout your body.

Studies to evaluate resistance training with Chiropractic treatment have proven that this combination of treatment improved strength and reduced symptoms of FM. It also improved adherence to the treatment plan and reduced dropout rates  while facilitating greater improvements of the domains of functionality. 

If you or someone you know suffers from fibromyalgia, call or text our office today at
(203) 842-8631 to find out more.



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Information provided by PubMed®
A service of the National Library of Medicine, PubMed® contains publication information and (in most cases) brief summaries of articles from scientific and medical journals. For guidance from NCCIH on using PubMed, see How To Find Information About Complementary Health Approaches on PubMed.
Website: www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed
 
J Altern Complement Med. 2009 Mar;15(3):321-8. doi: 10.1089/acm.2008.0132.
Effects of resistance training and chiropractic treatment in women with fibromyalgia.
Panton LB1, Figueroa A, Kingsley JD, Hornbuckle L, Wilson J, St John N, Abood D, Mathis R, VanTassel J, McMillan V.
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Should I Continue with Regular Maintenance Visits?

1/13/2020

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The question is often asked whether or not you need to continue to see your Chiropractor after your symptoms have resolved. Aside from spinal manipulation (SMT), Shelton Sports & Spine also offers massage, acupuncture, nutrition, and functional assessments. Spinal manipulation is a common treatment for low back pain, and studies show how effective it can be even when you're not symptomatic. Based on studies, patients who followed-up with their Chiropractor for evaluations and treatment showed more improvement in pain and disability scores.

​SMT is effective for the treatment of chronic nonspecific LBP. This technique requires the use of the practitioners hands or device to apply a controlled thrust (that is, a force of a specific magnitude or degree in a specific direction) to a joint of your spine. The amount of force can vary, but the thrust allows the joint more mobility than it would on its own. Spinal manipulation is different from spinal mobilization, which doesn’t involve a thrust (and is performed within a joint’s natural range of motion and can be controlled by the patient).
​According to the National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health, spinal manipulation (which also can be performed by an osteopathic physician) was used for the following wellness reasons:
  • 43 percent used it for general wellness or disease prevention 
  • 25 percent used it because it focuses on the whole person—their mind, body, and spirit 
  • 16 percent used it for improved energy 
  • 11 percent used it for better immune function 
  • 5 percent used it to improve memory or concentration.
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Spinal manipulation is safe when performed by a trained and licensed practitioner. The most common side effects of spinal manipulation are temporary muscle soreness, stiffness, or a temporary increase in pain. In a 2017 clinical practice guideline, the ACP suggested that spinal manipulation remains a recommended treatment option for chronic low-back pain, due to evidence of effectiveness. Don't wait until your symptoms become bothersome.


Call our office today at (203) 842-8631, and together let's continue to achieve your best at our multidisciplinary clinic. 

Information provided by PubMed®
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Website: www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed

Spine (Phila Pa 1976). 2011 Aug 15;36(18):1427-37. doi: 10.1097/BRS.0b013e3181f5dfe0.
Does maintained spinal manipulation therapy for chronic nonspecific low back pain result in better long-term outcome?
Senna MK1, Machaly SA.
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Did You Know Chiropractic Helps with TMJ Disorders?

1/4/2020

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It's true, studies have shown that chiropractic manipulative therapy with manual myofascial work has helped to increase the opening range of the jaw while reducing jaw pain at rest or upon opening. It also has been shown to reduce pain with clenching over the course of 1 year. 


​There were statistically significant differences with the jaw at rest, opening, or clenching. Results reported were superior to those who had no treatment or mouth guards. 
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​​Even Tufts School of Dental Medicine has acknowledged the significance of the use of Chiropractic care, and have TWO Chiropractors who lecture to current dental students on craniofascial pain.

If you and/or someone you know experiences TMJ, call or text our office today to talk to our doctors and therapists on ways we can help at (203) 842-8631.

*J Manipulative Physiol Ther. 2012 Jan;35(1):26-37. doi:10.1016/j.jmpt.2011.09.004. Epub 2011 Nov 10.
Intraoral myofascial therapy for chronic myogenous temporomandibular disorder: a randomized controlled trial.
Kalamir A1, Bonello R, Graham P, Vitiello AL, Pollard H.
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