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January 17, 2012 - Volume 6, Issue 2
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A study published in the Jan. 3, 2012 issue of the research journal Annals of Internal Medicine suggests chiropractic spinal manipulation is more effective than over-the-counter and prescription medication for relieving acute neck pain.Spinal manipulative therapy was more effective than medication in both the short and long term.

The study involved 272 adults ages 18-65 with neck pain of two to 12 weeks' duration. Spinal manipulation was provided courtesy of a doctor of chiropractic.Instead of chiropractic care, some patients in the study group received medication as monitored by a licensed medical physician. Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), acetaminophen (aspirin), or both served as the first line of pharmacological therapy. With patients who did not respond to or could not tolerate these drugs, narcotic medications and muscle relaxants were prescribed.

"Participants who received medication seemed to fare worse, with a consistently higher use of pain medications for neck pain throughout the trial's observational period," said the study authors. In other words, chiropractic was a much better choice than medication for neck pain.

Interestingly enough, a third group of patients who received home exercise advice instead of chiropractic care or medication also fared better than the medication group during the study period. That means two forms of conservative, drug-free care - both of which are commonly provided by doctors of chiropractic - were more effective than over-the-counter and/or prescription drugs.

The moral of the story? The next time you or someone you know is suffering from neck pain, don't turn to the medicine cabinet or a medical doctor; turn to your doctor of chiropractic.

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More than any other part of the body, the feet are overlooked on a regular basis. That's a shame because the feet are the foundation of the body. If your feet aren't functioning properly, the rest of your body will eventually be affected.

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An increasing number of children and adolescents are suffering from sleep deprivation. They're also gaining weight. Are the two events related? A recent study suggests so. Here's what you need to know to help your children stay healthy.

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How do people who want to maintain a fit lifestyle make sure they don't blow their goals out the window at their favorite eatery? Find out how to eat your favorite meals away from home without sacrificing your waistline.

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Resveratrol has been touted as the wonder supplement for reducing the development of chronic diseases. What is it and how much should you take? Here's the answer to both questions.

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Does mindful meditation change the way your brain operates? Recent studies show it does. Learn how you can benefit from daily mindful meditation and maximize your health and wellness.

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