Does your child slouch? Maybe it�s due to a too-big backpack, or from a too-low computer. In some cases, slouching is a tall kid�s adaptation to life with shorter friends. Nearly every mother has said �Stand up straight!� And while good posture will help the child �look better� and appear more confident, there are plenty of physical reasons why it�s… Read More
Scoliosis is described as lateral abnormal curvature of the backbone. Broadly speaking, there are two types of scoliosis, nonstructural and structural Nonstructural Scoliosis: There is not any structural abnormality in the backbone although in this kind of scoliosis, the spine has a curvature. The curvature is to an illness process or routine in reaction to. The spine is structurally regular with… Read More
Generally, the true cause of scoliosis is unknown. This is medically identified as idiopathic scoliosis. It commonly develops in the pre-teen and teen years and it usually runs in families. There are two types of scoliosis: non-structural or functional and structural. Functional Scoliosis Nonstructural or functional scoliosis is characterized when a structurally normal spine begins to develop a lateral curvature… Read More
Older adults who don't have a history of cardiovascular problems don't benefit from taking cholesterol-lowering statin drugs, says a new study of seniors with high blood pressure and moderately high cholesterol. Researchers from New York University School of Medicine studied the data from 2,867 older adults and found that they had the same risk of dying as seniors who didn't… Read More
One-third of the world's population is overweight, with the prevalence of obesity doubling in 70 countries since 1980, and bulging waistlines are driving up health problems such as cardiovascular disease, according to a new study published in the New England Journal of Medicine. In the United States, 13 percent of children and young adults are obese, the most of any other… Read More
Chiropractic treatment has been associated with pain relief ever since it became part of the public consciousness. If you have a sore back, shoulder, or neck you head to the chiropractor for an adjustment and all-natural pain relief. But is pain the only reason to see a El Paso chiropractor? �New studies from the Journal of the American Medical Association… Read More
Related Articles Eugene, Or. � Tobi Amusan finds redemption as she won�her first NCAA title in the 100m hurdles at historic Hayward Stadium on the final day of the NCAA Championships, Saturday evening. �Amusan is another special talent. She executed her race very well and all the hard work she put in this season paid off,� head coach Mika Laaksonen… Read More
Related Articles Eugene, Or. � It was a bittersweet victory for the Miners as UTEP�s freshman Emmanuel Korir captured his second NCAA title in the 800m at the historic Hayward Stadium on Friday evening. Running in the 800m final were both freshman Michael Saruni and Korir, who were favored to finish the event No. 1 and No. 2. Korir, a… Read More
Chiropractic received a boost from some major national sources in recent months. Here�s a recap. 1. American College of Physicians issues new guideline for low-back pain treatment The American College of Physicians (ACP) published a new low-back pain treatment guideline recommending first using non-invasive, non-drug treatments, including spinal manipulation, before resorting to drug therapies. The guideline was published Feb. 14,… Read More
A cervicogenic headache begins in the cervical spine, or the neck. Sometimes these headaches mimic migraine headache symptoms. Initially, discomfort may start intermittently, spread to one side (unilateral) of the individual head, and become nearly continuous. Furthermore, pain can be exacerbated by neck movements or a particular neck place (eg, eyes centered on a pc monitor). Possible Causes of Cervicogenic… Read More
Manual manipulations and spinal adjustments have been demonstrated to be successful treatment alternatives for patient's with headaches. Chiropractic's capability to correct bio-mechanical dysfunctions can help eliminate common factors which may lead to head and neck pain. A majority of headaches are associated with neck pain and other cervical spine issues, best known as cervicogenic headaches. These headaches are musculo-skeletal in… Read More
Related Articles Eugene, Or. � Tobi Amusan�s dazzling sophomore season continues as she earned an automatic qualifying spot in the 100m Hurdles on day two of the NCAA Championships on Thursday evening. Amusan was tasked with running in the second and most competitive heat of three in the 100m hurdle semifinals. The sophomore clocked the fastest qualifying time of 12.79,… Read More
Related Articles The 2017 edition of the UTEP Men�s Basketball Camps is almost here. �The Miner coaching staff and players will conduct two camps for boys and girls of all skill levels, ages 7-17.� The first is June 19-21, and the second is June 26-29. The camp will be held at the Don Haskins Center from 9 a.m. � 4… Read More
The most useful rule-of-thumb for headache and migraine treatment is: Have a program. See your doctor and produce a treatment strategy together. Your program will help you identify and handle migraines or your headaches early, sparing you some discomfort. Tension Headache Treatments When you get a pressure-type headache, it's usually because of a change in neck, your mind, or encounter.… Read More
The Atlas Orthogonal chiropractic therapy is a specialization within the field of chiropractic. It's widely recognized as a safe and effective form of treatment which helps restore the natural integrity of the body. This technique aids to re-activate the body's natural healing abilities. The atlas is the top, upper vertebrae of the spine in which the head sits on, connecting… Read More