tag:typepad.com,2003:weblog-1250480 %ISSUE_DATE%T09:25:32-07:00 Research and opinion on causes and cures. Techniques and how-to's. TypePad tag:mpamedia.com,2008:post-32361 2011-03-01T12:00:32-07:00 2011-03-01T12:00:07-07:00

Let's face it, exams are a pain but necessary in patient care. Following a good consultation, a thorough exam will help you confirm your suspicions and document the patient's condition. We don't need to go into the whole realm of examination standards and protocols, let alone the scope of different diagnostic tests available. In the interest of time, we all want to get the most amount of information with the least amount of effort. I want to discuss two simple orthopedic tests you don't have to do. With the following tests, all you have to do is watch the patient.

By Douglas R. Briggs, DC, Dipl. Ac. (IAMA), DAAPM Let's face it, exams are a pain but necessary in patient care. Following a good consultation, a thorough exam will help you confirm your suspicions and document the patient's condition. We don't need to go into the whole realm of examination standards and protocols, let alone the scope of different diagnostic tests available. In the interest of time, we all want to get the most amount of information with the least amount of effort. I want to discuss two simple orthopedic tests you don't have to do. With the following tests, all you have to do is watch the patient. tag:mpamedia.com,2008:post-32177 2010-04-01T12:00:32-07:00 2010-04-01T12:00:07-07:00

Low back (lumbar) pain has been reported to be one of the most common conditions for which millions of sufferers worldwide seek medical attention. It has numerous causes and can never be lumped into one specific category. The same is true for treatment. There are numerous treatments available, of which chiropractic and acupuncture have reputedly demonstrated their effectiveness for the majority of low back pain syndromes. The most important item in treatment is to achieve a successful level of pain reduction, followed by correction and stabilization of the condition. Most low back pain suffers will wholeheartedly agree that pain relief is paramount, as quickly as possible.

By John Amaro, LAc, DC, Dipl. Ac.(NCCAOM), Dipl.Med.Ac.(IAMA) Low back (lumbar) pain has been reported to be one of the most common conditions for which millions of sufferers worldwide seek medical attention. It has numerous causes and can never be lumped into one specific category. The same is true for treatment. There are numerous treatments available, of which chiropractic and acupuncture have reputedly demonstrated their effectiveness for the majority of low back pain syndromes. The most important item in treatment is to achieve a successful level of pain reduction, followed by correction and stabilization of the condition. Most low back pain suffers will wholeheartedly agree that pain relief is paramount, as quickly as possible. tag:mpamedia.com,2008:post-31988 2009-05-28T12:00:32-07:00 2009-05-28T12:00:07-07:00

Wheelchair tai chi is one of the simplest ways for people who use wheelchairs to improve their physical and mental health. Dr. Zibin Guo's holistic approach has been embraced in China, where he was invited by the Beijing 2008 Olympic Committee and the All China Federation for People with Disabilities to conduct a demonstration for the International Paralympics Committee one day before the opening ceremony of the 2008 Paralympics in Beijing.

Editorial Staff Wheelchair tai chi is one of the simplest ways for people who use wheelchairs to improve their physical and mental health. Dr. Zibin Guo's holistic approach has been embraced in China, where he was invited by the Beijing 2008 Olympic Committee and the All China Federation for People with Disabilities to conduct a demonstration for the International Paralympics Committee one day before the opening ceremony of the 2008 Paralympics in Beijing. tag:mpamedia.com,2008:post-31984 2009-07-01T12:00:32-07:00 2009-07-01T12:00:07-07:00

There seems to be no question that Americans spend a great deal of money dealing with back pain. According to research, we spend at least $37 billion annually on medical care for back pain. Furthermore, the economy suffers another $19.8 billion in lost worker productivity due to back pain.

By Tina Beychok, Associate Editor There seems to be no question that Americans spend a great deal of money dealing with back pain. According to research, we spend at least $37 billion annually on medical care for back pain. Furthermore, the economy suffers another $19.8 billion in lost worker productivity due to back pain. tag:mpamedia.com,2008:post-31977 2009-05-11T12:00:32-07:00 2009-05-11T12:00:07-07:00

People suffering from chronic low back pain who received acupuncture or simulated acupuncture treatments fared better than those receiving only conventional care according to a recent study published in the Archives of Internal Medicine. The study highlights central questions about the mechanisms of benefit seen in acupuncture studies.

Editorial Staff People suffering from chronic low back pain who received acupuncture or simulated acupuncture treatments fared better than those receiving only conventional care according to a recent study published in the Archives of Internal Medicine. The study highlights central questions about the mechanisms of benefit seen in acupuncture studies.