Results for Long Term Problems

Whiplash (or the rapid acceleration forwards followed by deceleration or sudden stopping of the moving head during the whiplash event) occurs at a speed that is so fast, we can’t prepare for it. In other

A concussion is a mild form of traumatic brain injury (TBI) that affects how your brain functions. These effects can be short-term, lasting only a few hours or a couple of days, or cause long-term problems.

Proper diet and daily exercise is the best way to lose weight and maintain a healthy lifestyle. Here are some tips to help you get started on a weight loss journey the healthy way
Maintain healthy habits. The reason willpower doesn’t work well for most people is because we usually use willpower to get themselves NOT to do something. An example: “I will not drink soda anymore.” Or: “I will not eat sweets anymore.”
Our brains aren’t geared toward focusing on what NOT…

If you suffer from common digestive troubles like acid reflux, bloating, constipation, gas and colon distress, here are our Top 10 Tips for long-term tummy relief:

Want to avoid a stooped back as you get older? Learn how standing tall and having perfect posture can help…From slumping in front of the TV after a long day, to hunching over our computer screens; we spend an extraordinary amount of our lives sitting down.

Keeping your cool during stressful situations could be key to long-term health, according to a new study. Those who let go of a cheerful mood easily as they react to minor stressors of daily life have...

What Should I Expect at my Chiropractic Appointment
November 22, 2011
During your initial visit, you will be provided with a few registration and medical history forms by the office staff. Then the chiropractor will typically ask further questions about your health history and about your current problem or condition, such as:
If you are experiencing pain, where is it located and when did you first notice it?
Does the pain or discomfort seem to be the result of a recent injury or…

We can’t stop the clock, but maybe we can slow it down a bit. Plenty of healthy and active seniors, and even more and more doctors, are spreading the word that lifestyle choices can help seniors live longer and more productive lives while aging gracefully. If you don’t believe me, ask Diana Nyad. At the age of 64, she swam between Florida and Cuba, and she was the first human being to do it without the aid of a shark cage. Ms. Nyad…

Five Tips to Prevent Injury Before a Big Game
High school athletes have a higher risk of injury than professional sports players do. Part of the reason for this is the overwhelming pressure to perform well enough for a college recruiter to be impressed. Sometimes, kids push themselves to do more than they are physically able to do to make their parents and teammates happy as well. A trophy isn't going to mean much if someone is injured during a big game, though…

When it comes to the environment and social issues, the word "business" usually has a bad reputation, but it's not always deserved. At a theoretical level, business is actually one of mankind's most sophisticated and powerful inventions. But the problem with businesses is that they think short-term and ignore some of their diverse stakeholders. Unfortunately, once they start down this path, it's hard for businesses to…

Most people know that they should be exercising regularly. Many family chiropractors are concerned that a lot of families they see have not exercised for so long that they don't know where to begin. As a result, they start and stop various training programs and routines; they join gyms, buy workout clothes and spend their hard-earned income. Ultimately, they fail to keep it up because they don't have a clear idea of how to exercise effectively. Their entire family loses out on the…

Issued in January 2015
We examine the long-term impact of expansions to Medicaid and the State Children's Health Insurance Program that occurred in the 1980's and 1990's. With administrative data from the IRS, we calculate longitudinal health insurance eligibility from birth to age 18 for children in cohorts affected by these expansions, and we observe their longitudinal outcomes as adults. Using a simulated instrument that relies…

Just about everyone knows someone that has had a stroke or has heard about stroke . Do you know that the chance of dying from a stroke is on the decline? From 2001 to 2011, the actual number of stroke deaths declined by 21.2 percent. The chances of someone having a second stroke within a year also fell by almost 5 percent from 1994 to 2002. Compared to just five years ago, stroke has fallen to No. 5 among the leading causes of…

Just because your loved one's long-term care insurance covers nursing care doesn't mean it will cover assisted living or memory care.

While previous studies have found that aerobic exercise over long periods can improve memory, new research suggests that resistance exercise may be even more beneficial.

Tips on surviving a heart attack - American Heart Month
There are many signs of a heart attack, including chest discomfort, shortness of breath, numbness and/or pain in your upper body, nausea and fatigue. If you think you are having a heart attack, follow these steps immediately to reduce the risk of sustaining long-term damage to your heart
Call 9-1-1. If you do not have access to emergency medical services, have someone drive you to the nearest hospital. Only drive yourself if it…

Better posture: 3 tips for standing up straight
Have you been trying for years to improve your posture, finding that every time you try to make a permanent change, you default back to old slouching habits? Make it a point to improve your posture so you can begin to reap the health benefits
A healthy back has three natural curves, and good posture helps keep these natural curves:
An inward curve at the neck
An outward curve at the upper back
An inward…

Every runner can expect to experience an injury at some point in his or her running career. In fact, it’s conceivable that no human walks the earth who hasn’t experienced a side pang, a sore muscle, or an achy joint following a run
Whether or not that injury requires intervention in the form of physical therapy (PT) can depend on how prepared your body is for your run (running form)—or it may have occurred thanks to over-training. Both causes are quite common.
Do…

In today’s world it’s easy to find things to stress about
Pressure on the job, money difficulties, health crises, relationship troubles, media overload and many other environmental factors can weigh on us. We also generate stress internally, with poor nutrition and sleep deprivation
Every chiropractor sees patients who’ve been ravaged by chronic stress. More than three-fourths of Americans regularly endure its physical symptoms, and one third…

Don’t eat eggs: Eggs are a good source of high quality protein for healthy muscles, vitamin D for strong bones, and iron to prevent anemia. However, don’t forget about the cholesterol. One egg yolk provides about 200 mg of cholesterol that counts towards the recommended daily limit of 300 mg per day. So enjoy eggs in moderation, the American Heart Association recommends 4 yolks per week
Butter is a better choice: The butter vs. margarine debate has been long-lived. Butter is high in…