2015 – April Newsletter
Posted on: April 1st, 2015
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April 2015
Welcome Spring! It’s the time of RE! REjuvination. REbirth. REenergize.
Get out of the house and take a walk. Enjoy this time of REnewal. While you’re at it, why not REcommit to getting and staying healthy. We’re here to help.
Due for a tune up? Yes? Use this moment to call, or go to our website and request an appointment.
As always, please feel free to share this newsletter with friends and family.
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Acetaminophen does not work for lower back pain
Acetaminophen – often marketed under brand name Tylenol – is not effective for the treatment of lower back pain and offers little value for osteoarthritis of the hip or knee, according to a study published in The BMJ.
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Compression clothing benefits?
A study published in the International Journal of Sports Physiology found compression clothing offered little performance benefit to athletes beyond a placebo effect among the participants who thought the garments would improve their training. However, compression clothing may aid in post-exercise recovery as a means to reduce inflammation, according to a separate study published in the Journal of Chiropractic Medicine. National Public Radio
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#1 Cause of Worldwide Disability
Low back pain identified as the number-one cause of disability worldwide and neck pain the number-four cause. Overall, musculoskeletal conditions represent the second leading cause of global disability.
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10 million wisdom teeth are removed each year. That might be way too many.
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Standing desks can cause problems if not used properly
Standing desks offer an alternative to sitting for most of the day — which has been linked to an increased risk of cardiovascular disease, diabetes and other health problems — but some people may be causing themselves harm by not using the desks properly, experts say. Taking breaks from standing, avoiding unsupportive footwear and keeping knees bent are all ways to help avoid pain.
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Why some people have a big head
Here’s an interesting report about one influence on brain volume.
Healthday
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