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Predictive validity of health-related fitness in youth: a systematic review

November 30, 2009 by admin · Leave a Comment 

Predictive validity of health-related fitness in youth: a systematic review
The objective of the present systematic review was to investigate whether physical fitness in childhood and adolescence is a predictor of cardiovascular disease (CVD) risk factors, events and syndromes, quality of life and low back pain later in life. Physical fitness-related components were: cardiorespiratory fitness, musculoskeletal fitness, motor fitness and body composition. Adiposity was considered as both exposure and outcome. The results of 42 studies reporting the predictive validity of health-related physical fitness for CVD risk factors, events and syndromes as well as the results of five studies reporting the predictive validity of physical fitness for low back pain in children and adolescents were summarised. Strong evidence was found indicating that higher levels of cardioresp…

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Back Pain - Can Massage Therapy Cure My Back Pain?

November 30, 2009 by admin · Leave a Comment 

Back Pain - Can Massage Therapy Cure My Back Pain?
The idea of having a soothing massage sounds great! Someone gently massaging your back while you are comfortable lying in a warm dimly light room with maybe some soft music can be a wonderful relaxing experience. But can massage therapy really cure my back pain? The answer is maybe.

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Why Does My Lower Back Hurt More After Getting a Memory Foam Mattress and How Can I Fix It?

November 29, 2009 by admin · Leave a Comment 

Why Does My Lower Back Hurt More After Getting a Memory Foam Mattress and How Can I Fix It?
If memory foam mattress does not alleviate your back pain, you need to do a few methods to help you get more comfortable. Find out what can help reduce back pain.

Many back pain sufferers “recover within a year”

November 29, 2009 by admin · Leave a Comment 

Many back pain sufferers “recover within a year”
Over a third of patients will recover from chronic low back pain within nine months, according to new research (Source: Nursing in Practice)

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Quiz Page December 2009: Polyuria, Proximal Muscle Weakness, Bone Pain, and Photophobia in an Adult

November 28, 2009 by admin · Leave a Comment 

Quiz Page December 2009: Polyuria, Proximal Muscle Weakness, Bone Pain, and Photophobia in an Adult
A 33-year-old school teacher with no significant medical history or medication use presented with 3 months of lower back pain, proximal muscle weakness that limited his ability to stand, urinary frequency, and nocturia. Although denying dry mouth, dry eyes, or polydipsia, he describes frequent photophobia during this period. There was no blepharospasm, tearing, or decreased vision. On physical examination, blood pressure was 110/70 mm Hg and pulse rate was 72 beats/min. He had tenderness over his ribs bilaterally and painful restriction to flexion and extension of the ankle and knee joints. Proximal muscle strength in the upper and lower limbs was 4/5, deep tendon reflexes were present as a normal ankle jerk, superficial reflexes were normal, and there was no sensory deficit. Laboratory st…

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Back Pain - What is Neuromuscluar Therapy?

November 28, 2009 by admin · Leave a Comment 

Back Pain - What is Neuromuscluar Therapy?
The most effective type of massage therapy for lower back pain is called neuromuscular therapy. Neuromuscular therapy is also called trigger point myotherapy and sometimes acupressure. This form of massage therapy as an effective treatment for back pain caused by a soft tissue injury such as a muscle strain.

Back Pain Relief - Chiropractors and Back Pain?

November 28, 2009 by admin · Leave a Comment 

Back Pain Relief - Chiropractors and Back Pain?
Every year millions of people visit a chiropractor seeking relief from an assortment of aches and pains. Many of these people are going hoping to find relief from back pain. But can a chiropractor cure your aching back? How effective is chiropractic treatment and is it safe?

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Pharmacology of steroids used during epidural steroid injections

November 27, 2009 by admin · Leave a Comment 

Pharmacology of steroids used during epidural steroid injections
Steroids are well recognized for their excellent anti-inflammatory actions. After first steroid was used to treat painful arthritis, it became apparent that epidural steroid administration may be effective for management of sciatica pain and low back pain. Later on, other types of neural blockade techniques, such as facet joint injections, were described as the treatment option for low back pain. The most commonly used steroid preparations for the neuraxial blockade are methylprednisolone acetate (Depo-Medrol, Pfizer, New York, NY), triamcinolone acetonide and diacetate (Kenalog, Bristol-Myers Squibb, Princeton, NJ), betamethasone acetate (Celestone, Schering-Plough Corporation, Kenilworth, NJ), and dexamethasone (Decadron, Merch & Company Inc, West Point, PA). Glucocorticoids are postulat…

Lumbar Pain - How to Prevent Lower Back Pain

November 26, 2009 by admin · Leave a Comment 

Lumbar Pain - How to Prevent Lower Back Pain
Lower back pain is a condition that seriously cramps the quality of life. It’s common, too, with lumbar pain being the fifth most common reason for Americans to visit their doctor. It makes sense then to do as much as possible to prevent lower back pain. Here are some ways to do that

Back Problems? Try Cold Laser Therapy Solutions!

November 26, 2009 by admin · Leave a Comment 

Back Problems? Try Cold Laser Therapy Solutions!
The newest treatment for back problems is hitting the medical field with astounding results. Chiropractors are choosing Cold Laser Therapy as a solution to patients’ chronic back pains. There are many benefits of laser therapy over traditional invasive surgeries or simple pain medications, and it is surprising how naturally the lasers actually work on the body’s cell tissues.

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