2017년 11월 19일 일요일
Seoul Chiropractor, Dr. Hwan Tak(William) Choi from Ideal Wellness Chiropractic Center in Seoul
Dr. Choi is One of Best Chiropractor in Korea.
He was former President of Korean Association of Chiropractors.
He used to teach Chiropractic Science over 10 years at Hanseo University.
He is a Board member of Applied Kinesiology-KOREA (AK-KOREA)
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2017년 10월 25일 수요일
"Super Star K "- Actor Kim Minseok visited Ideal Wellness Chiropractic Center to take care of his neck pain
Drama actor Kim, Minseok recently visited Ideal Wellness Chiropractic Center to take care of his neck pain. Kim, Minseok appeared in several drama such as , "Doctor", "Undertrial (피고인)", "태양의 후예".
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2017년 10월 15일 일요일
A Ice Hockey Player visited Ideal Wellness Chiropractic Center (아이디얼웰니스 카이로프랙틱 센터)
A Ice Hockey Player visited at Ideal Wellness Chiropractic Center in Seoul. His dizziness got better after adjustment from Dr. William Choi. He has been suffered from dizziness by concussion.
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2017년 8월 6일 일요일
Seoul Chiropractor, Dr. William Choi, held a lecture in AK Seminar at COEX Mall (Ideal Wellness Chiropractic Center in Seoul)
On 25th June of 2017 COEX Mall, US Licensed Chiropractor, Dr. Choi held a lecture in AK (Applied Kinesiology) Seminar about Lumbar Disc and Spine Problems. The Seminar was attended by Medical Doctors, Korean Oriental Medicine Doctors, as well as Dentists which brought a great enthusiasm in the room
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2017년 6월 23일 금요일
David Huff from KBO's LG Twins at Ideal Wellness Chiropractic Center in Itaewon Seoul (Seoul Chiropractor)
#Baseball player #David #Huff from the KBO league team, #LGTwins, made a visit to Ideal Wellness Center!~~
The now American professional baseball pitcher for KBO's LG Twins, used to be a member in New York Yankees, San Francisco Giants,Kansas City Royals, Omaha Storm Chasers, Los Angeles Angels, and Salt Lake Bees.
It was a great day at the clinic taking care of our player's health ♥♥
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Seoul Chiropractor-Stars at Ideal Wellness Chiropractic Center in Itaewon Seoul
Stefanie Michova at Ideal Wellness
Model Stefanie Michova visited Ideal Wellness Center through a recommendation from f(x) Amber.
Beenzino at Ideal Wellness
South Korean Rapper Beenzino visited Ideal Wellness Center before leaving for the military.
2017년 5월 19일 금요일
Probiotics May Help You Lose Weight - Ideal Wellness Chiropractic Center in Itaewon Seoul
Probiotics May Help You Lose Weight
Author: Marissa LuckA new study adds to the growing list of benefits from probiotics. Researchers from the Universite Lavel in Canada found that taking certain probiotics enhanced weight loss efforts in women.
According to Science Daily, earlier studies have demonstrated that intestinal flora differs in obese people compared to thin individuals. The reason behind that difference may lie in the fact that obese people are more likely to have a diet high in fat and low in fiber, which encourages certain bacteria instead of others.
In a new study published in the British Journal of Nutrition, researchers enrolled 125 overweight people to participate in a weight loss program. The study consisted of 12 weeks of focused weight loss efforts followed by a 12 weeks of a weight maintenance program. The participants were randomly assigned to receive either probiotic pills or placebo pills to be taken every day throughout the study.
By the end of the first 12 weeks, the women in the probiotic group had dropped 4.4 kg on average compared to just 2.6 kg lost in the placebo group, (or 9.7 lbs lost compared to 5.7 lbs). In the second half of the study, during the weight maintenance period, the women in the placebo group maintained a stable weight. However the women in the probiotic group lost an additional 5.2 kg (11.46 lbs) per person. They also experienced a decreased concentration of the intestinal bacteria tied to obesity, as well as a drop in the appetite-regulating hormone, leptin.
These changes were not seen in men however. It’s possible that the dosage may have been too low or the study period too short to see the effects in men, the authors hypothesized. Still the results of their study show that probiotics may play an important role in the prevention of obesity and type 2 diabetes, when used in combination with weight loss efforts like diet and increased physical activity.
The study specifically focused on lactobacillus rhamnosus, a probiotic strain that belongs to Nestle and is only available in European markets. However, the study authors suspect that North American products could have similar results.
Being overweight is known to exacerbate chronic musculoskeletal conditions, which is why many chiropractors advise their patients on safe, natural ways to lose and maintain weight.
Written by: Marissa Luck on February 5, 2014.
This article is from: http://www.chironexus.net/2014/02/probiotics-may-help-lose-weight/
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2017년 5월 18일 목요일
Got Back Pain? Chiropractic Works - Ideal Wellness Chiropractic Center in Itaewon Seoul
Got Back Pain? Chiropractic Works
By Editorial StaffWhether you're a current chiropractic patient or just considering becoming one, low back pain may be the reason why. Nearly 80 percent of adults experience at least one episode of low back pain during their lifetime, and for many, the pain can recur and/or become chronic.
Fortunately, the research continues to suggest spinal manipulation (chiropractic adjustments) is a primary treatment option to get rid of the pain.
Case in point: a study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association, no less, that reviewed 15 studies and found spinal manipulation reduced pain and improved function after six weeks of treatment. The benefits were similar to those achieved with nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), common over-the-counter pain relievers that come with a long list of potential side effects, particularly if used for more than a short time.
These findings are particularly important because as we've discussed several times in recent issues, managing pain with drugs – particularly opioids – has become a dangerous epidemic, and health care providers of all types are increasingly appreciating the value of nondrug care for back pain. In fact, the American College of Physicians' new guidelines on low back pain recommend spinal manipulation among the nonpharmaceutical options that should be tried first, before resorting to medication. Talk to your doctor for more information.
This article is from: http://www.toyourhealth.com/mpacms/tyh/article.php?id=2380
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2017년 5월 17일 수요일
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Watermelon Juice Soothes Post-Exercise Muscle Soreness - Ideal Wellness Chiropractic Center in Itaewon Seoul
Watermelon Juice Soothes Post-Exercise Muscle Soreness
Author: Marissa Luck
Stock up on your favorite summer fruit while you’ll can: a new studyfound that watermelon juice can naturally alleviate muscle soreness after exercise.
Watermelon juice has previously been found to have antioxidant properties which may boost muscle protein and aide in athletic performance. The key to its effects lie in an amino acid known as L-citrulline.
Researchers publishing in the Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistrysought to test the effects of watermelon juice on a group of healthy volunteers. They wondered whether watermelon juice enriched with extra L-citrulline could be more beneficial than natural watermelon juice or control beverage. The volunteers drank one of the three beverages before exercise, and were tested for heart rate and muscles soreness 24 hours after their work out.
Both forms of watermelon juice, enriched and un-enriched, reduced muscle compared to the control beverage. The un-enriched, un-pasteurized juice actually appeared to be more bioavailable than the enriched juice, meaning it was easier for the body to access the amino acid L-citrulline.
Drinking watermelon juice is just one way to naturally prevent and relieve muscle soreness. Massage therapy was also found to assist the body in cell regeneration and recovery after vigorous exercise in one study. Pain medications, while they can relieve symptoms, may actually suppress the body’s natural response to inflammation, which can prolong the pain of a difficult workout. A study last year showed that people who took an anti-inflammatory painkillers after vigorous exercise actually experienced longer periods of soreness compared to people who went drug-free.
Athletes looking for effective recovery after a workout may find better relief with non-drug options like massage therapy, chiropractic, and improved nutrition.
Written by: Marissa Luck on August 16, 2013.on August 14, 2013.
Watermelon juice has previously been found to have antioxidant properties which may boost muscle protein and aide in athletic performance. The key to its effects lie in an amino acid known as L-citrulline.
Researchers publishing in the Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistrysought to test the effects of watermelon juice on a group of healthy volunteers. They wondered whether watermelon juice enriched with extra L-citrulline could be more beneficial than natural watermelon juice or control beverage. The volunteers drank one of the three beverages before exercise, and were tested for heart rate and muscles soreness 24 hours after their work out.
Both forms of watermelon juice, enriched and un-enriched, reduced muscle compared to the control beverage. The un-enriched, un-pasteurized juice actually appeared to be more bioavailable than the enriched juice, meaning it was easier for the body to access the amino acid L-citrulline.
Drinking watermelon juice is just one way to naturally prevent and relieve muscle soreness. Massage therapy was also found to assist the body in cell regeneration and recovery after vigorous exercise in one study. Pain medications, while they can relieve symptoms, may actually suppress the body’s natural response to inflammation, which can prolong the pain of a difficult workout. A study last year showed that people who took an anti-inflammatory painkillers after vigorous exercise actually experienced longer periods of soreness compared to people who went drug-free.
Athletes looking for effective recovery after a workout may find better relief with non-drug options like massage therapy, chiropractic, and improved nutrition.
Written by: Marissa Luck on August 16, 2013.on August 14, 2013.
This article is from: http://www.chironexus.net/2013/08/watermelon-juice-soothes-post-exercise-muscle-soreness/
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2017년 5월 10일 수요일
Back Pain & Risk of Falling: A Dangerous Combination - Ideal Wellness Chiropractic Center in Itaewon Seoul
Back Pain & Risk of Falling: A Dangerous Combination
By Editorial Staff
In our last edition, we featured research suggesting chronic back pain may lead to mental health problems including depression, stress and even psychosis. But the reality gets more grim, particularly if you're a senior: Back pain may increase the risk of falling, and when you're older, that can be a serious health issue with serious consequences.
Here's why: According to the National Institutes of Health (NIH), more than 1.6 million older U.S. adults visit the ER for a fall-related injury every year. In fact, falls are the No. 1 cause of fractures, hospital admissions for trauma, loss of independence and injury deaths among the elderly population.
Now back to the latest study: Researchers tracked more than 6,000 men ages 65 and older, assessing their frequency of back pain, episodes of falling and other variables that could also influence fall risk (medication use, dizziness, disabilities and pain in other areas of the body). Men who reported back pain were 30 percent more likely to suffer multiple falls compared to men without back pain, and risk correlated with the prevalence of back pain: two sites of pain increased the risk compared to just one site, and three sites increased the risk even further. Increasing severity and frequency of back pain also increased fall risk, according to the study.
The takeaway is simple: If you're suffering from back pain, regardless of age, it's time to visit your doctor of chiropractic. Your body will thank you for it.
The takeaway is simple: If you're suffering from back pain, regardless of age, it's time to visit your doctor of chiropractic. Your body will thank you for it.
This article is from: http://www.toyourhealth.com/mpacms/tyh/article.php?id=2337
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2017년 5월 3일 수요일
Plane Crash Survivor’s Back Pain Healed by Chiropractor - Ideal Wellness Chiropractic Center in Itaewon Seoul
Plane Crash Survivor’s Back Pain Healed by Chiropractor
Author: Kelly Johnson
A recent case study highlighted the efficacy of chiropractic care and flexion-distraction therapy for chronic back pain after severe personal injuries.
Cox Flexion Distraction is a low-velocity spinal adjustment procedure that is applied using a specialized table or instrument, in addition to manual contact. Trained chiropractors use flexion distraction to decrease pressure between spinal discs, increase disc height, improve range of motion, and more. Approximately 60% of chiropractors in the United States use Cox Flexion Distraction therapy in their practice.
The case study involved a 34-year-old man with nonspecific low-back pain. The patient had suffered serious injuries and lumbar fractures in a plane crash eight years prior to the study, and had undergone several back surgeries, including lumbar fusion, vertebrectomy, and cage reconstruction.
The patient then went on to suffer a lumbar disc herniation two years later. When the study began, he reported over three years of chronic low-back and hip pain, characterizing his pain as sharp, stabbing, and continuous, and rated it a 6 out of 10 on a symptom scale. He had tried exercises prescribed by a physical therapist with no improvement.
Considering his history, examination, and diagnostic imaging results, the man was diagnosed with degenerative disc disease, and adjacent segment degeneration associated with his previous spinal fusion procedures.
For four weeks, a trained doctor of chiropractic treated the patient with Cox Flexion Distraction. After this short treatment period, the patient’s self-reported symptoms and pain were reduced to 0 out of 10. Three months after the chiropractic treatment ended, the man, who was a dentist, reported that he was able to work full days with no pain. At nine months, he still had no pain or other symptoms.
While this case report only included one patient, it shows a remarkable success in using chiropractic flexion distraction to treat adjacent segment degeneration. The patient was able to resume his work and lifestyle activities without resorting to further surgeries. Previous research has also shown the procedure to be effective for relieving sciatica after failed back surgery.
Written by: Kelly Johnson on July 23, 2013.
Last revised by: Marissa Luck
Cox Flexion Distraction is a low-velocity spinal adjustment procedure that is applied using a specialized table or instrument, in addition to manual contact. Trained chiropractors use flexion distraction to decrease pressure between spinal discs, increase disc height, improve range of motion, and more. Approximately 60% of chiropractors in the United States use Cox Flexion Distraction therapy in their practice.
The case study involved a 34-year-old man with nonspecific low-back pain. The patient had suffered serious injuries and lumbar fractures in a plane crash eight years prior to the study, and had undergone several back surgeries, including lumbar fusion, vertebrectomy, and cage reconstruction.
The patient then went on to suffer a lumbar disc herniation two years later. When the study began, he reported over three years of chronic low-back and hip pain, characterizing his pain as sharp, stabbing, and continuous, and rated it a 6 out of 10 on a symptom scale. He had tried exercises prescribed by a physical therapist with no improvement.
Considering his history, examination, and diagnostic imaging results, the man was diagnosed with degenerative disc disease, and adjacent segment degeneration associated with his previous spinal fusion procedures.
For four weeks, a trained doctor of chiropractic treated the patient with Cox Flexion Distraction. After this short treatment period, the patient’s self-reported symptoms and pain were reduced to 0 out of 10. Three months after the chiropractic treatment ended, the man, who was a dentist, reported that he was able to work full days with no pain. At nine months, he still had no pain or other symptoms.
While this case report only included one patient, it shows a remarkable success in using chiropractic flexion distraction to treat adjacent segment degeneration. The patient was able to resume his work and lifestyle activities without resorting to further surgeries. Previous research has also shown the procedure to be effective for relieving sciatica after failed back surgery.
Written by: Kelly Johnson on July 23, 2013.
Last revised by: Marissa Luck
This article is from: http://www.chironexus.net/2013/07/plane-crash-survivors-back-pain-healed-by-chiropractor/
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2017년 5월 2일 화요일
Why Weight Loss Cuts Back Pain - Ideal Wellness Chiropractic Center in Itaewon Seoul
Why Weight Loss Cuts Back Pain
Author: Marissa LuckThere’s more to weight loss than fitting into your favorite jeans — it just may be your ticket out of chronic pain. So, how?
Research shows obesity not only increases your risk of lumbar disc herniation and pain in the lower back, it inhibits the effectiveness of back pain treatment. Like a smoker who continues to blow through a pack a day even as she receives cancer treatment, overweight people who fail to shed pounds cannot expect to get the full benefits of spinal treatments. When the spine is loaded with additional weight, the space between the spinal discs decreases, compressing or irritating surrounding nerves.
A 2008 study from the journal Spine sought to see just how much slimming down could impact treatment outcomes for back pain. A team of orthopedists studied 30 morbidly obese people who had just undergone a major weight loss procedure (bariatic surgery). Researchers then tracked the progress of pain as patients shed pounds. As BMI levels dropped, the space between the discs in the lumbar spine expanded. This freed up pressure on pinched nerves, and over time, reduced pain.
Fortunately you don’t have to resort to weight loss surgery to experience similar results. Exercise, diet and chiropractic care can often do the trick for many patients, according to recent research. So if you’re looking to rid yourself of pain while squeezing into those skinny jeans, give a chiropractor a call.
Written by: Marissa Luck on August 1, 2014.
Last revised by: Michael MeltonMarch 24, 2015.
This article is from: http://www.chironexus.net/2014/08/weight-loss-cuts-back-pain/
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2017년 5월 1일 월요일
Headaches May Signal Serious Conditions in Pregnancy - Ideal Wellness Chiropractic Center in Itaewon Seoul
Headaches May Signal Serious Conditions in Pregnancy
Author: Christina DeBuskAs if raging hormones and growing pains weren’t enough, most pregnant women struggle with at least one bad headache or two. But a recent study from The Obstetrician & Gynaecologist suggests that not all headaches are created equal. In fact, some of them can even be signs of rare, serious conditions that require further medical treatment.
The literature review revealed that neurological issues are the third leading cause of maternal deaths in the U.K. Further, expecting mothers who suffer from regular migraine-type headaches have double the risk of developing a condition called preeclampsia, which is characterized as having dangerously high blood pressure and, in some cases, fluid retention and proteinuria (which may signal kidney damage).
Additionally, pregnant women who are classified as obese are at risk of a rare condition called idiopathic intracranial hypertension, which is when pressure increases in the skull, causing a headache and, if untreated, even possibly death.
A third cause of pregnancy-related headaches is a condition called cerebral venous thrombosis, or CVT. This involves having a blood clot in the venous sinuses which brings about symptoms such as head pain and vomiting, and can be brought about by a caesarean delivery, infection, or anemia.
For these reasons, it is important for pregnant women to report any headache-related issues to her obstetrician or gynecologist to rule out any serious issues. It is also imperative that chiropractors and other health professionals recognize that head pain in expecting mothers can be a sign of a more serious condition and urge her to seek testing and evaluation to ensure that this is not the case.
However, if the headaches are caused simply by stress, hormones, muscle contractions or nerve impingement, a chiropractor can help alleviate some of the pain through soothing and restoring manipulations. This allows proper blood flow to get to all areas of your body and creates a pregnancy that is full of joy and excitement – not pain and discomfort.
Previous research has demonstrated that chiropractic is effective for migraines and cervicogenic headaches.
Written by: Christina DeBusk on June 16, 2014.
Last revised by: Marissa LuckJune 20, 2014.
This article is from: http://www.chironexus.net/2014/06/headaches-may-signal-serious-conditions-pregnancy/
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2017년 4월 27일 목요일
Debunking “No Pain, No Gain” - Ideal Wellness Chiropractic Center in Itaewon Seoul
Debunking “No Pain, No Gain”
Author: Christina DeBuskThe adage “no pain no gain” has been around for decades in sports, and it implies that in order to achieve great things, you have to push yourself beyond your physical limits. But, what exactly is pain trying to tell you and, perhaps more importantly, how does your body know that you’re getting close to or moving beyond your limits? That is what a set of researchers set to find out, and their discovery may just change the way you view this age-old phrase.
The Testing
A set of nine researchers from the University of Utah’s Department of Anesthesiology were curious as to how our muscles and bodies seem to know when we’re either near or at our physical limits. Drawing on previous research, they were already aware of the fact that muscles that are exercised release three key substances: lactate, acids, and ATP ( adenosine triphosphate).
To test the effects that these substances have on the body, the researchers injected the chemicals into the thumbs of 10 individuals. The subjects reported no difference when each of the substances was injected individually, but when the chemicals were combined into one injection, the subjects started to feel fatigue effects that one would normally get after a workout. The subjects described their thumb muscles as heavy, tired, swollen, and puffy after receiving the combined chemical injections. And the more the researchers increased the strength of the injections, like what happens when the workout is more grueling, the greater the effects.
Further Testing
Scientists speculate that the effects of these three substances is like an early warning sign that you’re about to reach your limits, but what happens if you take the warning signs away? In another experiment involving some of the same researchers, they tested what happens when exercisers are blinded to this pain. A group of cyclists were given drugs to block the communication between the nerves and brain, so that they could temporarily avoid feeling fatigue and pain as they exercised. The results?
Although the cyclists experienced enhanced performance, their bodies gave in and were in near-paralytic states. Some even had to be helped from their bicycles as they were unable to do this on their own.
If you are in sports, it is important to listen to your body and heed its warning signs. Chiropractic care is another valuable tool for sports enthusiasts as it keeps your body aligned and in proper form, so that your performance is the best it can be. In fact, earlier research has shown that chiropractic can indeed assist in improving sports performance.
Reynolds, G. The limits of “no pain, no gain. The New York Times. April 23, 2014.
Written by: Christina DeBusk on May 16, 2014.
Last revised by: Marissa LuckMay 19, 2014.
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2017년 4월 25일 화요일
Chiropractic Could Be the “Hidden Cure” You Need For Your Migraine - Ideal Wellness Chiropractic Center in Itaewon Seoul
Chiropractic Could Be the “Hidden Cure” You Need For Your Migraine
Author: Christina DeBuskThe cause of migraines is still somewhat a mystery. Scientists have found a number of neurological and even genetic factors at play in regard to these often life-altering headaches, but haven’t yet identified a primary cause. Unfortunately, since the research is constantly changing, this essentially forces patients to accept treatments that temporarily ease their pain, but don’t offer any long-term solutions.
However, the first step to preventing migraines is discovering the triggers that bring them on. And beyond wine, stress, and chocolate, there’s an extremely common migraine trigger that may just surprise you. It involves tiny knots of muscles in your neck, called myofascial trigger points.
In a study published in the Journal of Bodywork and Movement Therapies, researchers found that migraine sufferers had increased muscle stiffness and myofascial trigger points in their right sternocleidomastoid and right trapezius neck muscles when compared to headache-free patients.
Myofascial trigger points create a “cycle of pain” in which your migraine headache causes you tense your neck muscles, which leads to knots, which further forces you to constrict your muscles, leading to even more headaches. How can you break this cycle? Through regular spinal manipulations, a chiropractor may be able to provide you migraine relief, if not take your head pain away entirely.
For instance, a recent case study involved a 15-year old male who had a migraine for over a month, along with suffering from a whole other host of issues such as attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and Tourette syndrome. He engaged in chiropractic care over the course of 19 weeks and, not only did his migraine go away, but his other conditions improved as well.
Beyond this case study, studies involving larger sample sizes show that patients with migraine can expect to experience a 68-90 percent decrease in headache severity by using chiropractic care.
If you suffer from migraines, make an appointment with your chiropractor today. It may be just the treatment you need to become pain-free!
This article is from: http://www.chironexus.net/2014/08/migraine-chiropractic-hidden-cure-need/
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2017년 4월 12일 수요일
Stress hormones eased with chiropractic adjustments - Ideal Wellness Chiropractic Center in Itaewon Seoul
Stress hormones eased with chiropractic adjustments
Author: Megan ChurchwellFor many years, it has been known that chiropractic adjustments can treat a variety of conditions. Now, evidence is mounting that chiropractic care can also improve overall health. Recent studies have shown chiropractic treatments can improve immune response, reduce blood pressure, and affect heart rate.
In 2011, Japanese researchers found evidence that chiropractic adjustments directly influences the autonomic nervous system. The autonomic nervous system, part of the central nervous system, controls automatic body functions such as blood pressure, digestion, immunity, and heart rate.
The study involved 12 men with neck pain who were given chiropractic adjustments. The researchers performed PET scans both before and after the treatment in order to track brain activity. The scans provided evidence of altered brain activity in the areas responsible for stress reactions and pain processing. The researchers also measured significantly lower levels of salivary cortisol, a stress hormone.
The research shows that chiropractic treatments have a positive influence on the central nervous system, resulting in pain reduction. It is also shows that chiropractic care can enhance the body’s stress response, boosting immunity and helping to improve overall health. It is clear that chiropractic adjustments can promote wellness, not just relief of pain symptoms.
Written by: Megan Churchwell on July 17, 2012.
Last revised by: Marissa LuckJuly 21, 2014.
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Exercise After Whiplash: Don’t Do It Alone - Ideal Wellness Chiropractic Center in Itaewon Seoul
Exercise After Whiplash: Don’t Do It Alone
Author: Marissa Luck Countless studies have pointed to the benefits of exercise for recovering from spinal injuries like whiplash. But is staying physically active enough to combat minor auto injuries? A new study sought to answer that question by comparing general exercise to therapist-led interventions for whiplash.
The study included 216 patients with chronic whiplash-associated disorders. Participants were randomly assigned to receive one of three treatments: physiotherapist-led neck exercises; behavioral interventions plus physiotherapist-led neck exercises; or a generalized exercise program.
Researchers discovered that specific neck exercises led by a trained therapist increased patients’ odds of recovery. After six months, 39-44% of patients in the specific exercise groups had a significant reduction in pain, compared to 28% in the generalized exercise group. Adding a behavioral intervention to the neck exercises did not appear to make a significant difference in this study.
What this means is that auto injury patients do indeed benefit from the skills of a medical professional trained in exercise treatments, such as a physiotherapist or a chiropractor. Doctors of chiropractic can also use spinal manipulation to enhance exercise therapies. The study also demonstrates that even patients with chronic pain can improve with targeted interventions. Contact a chiropractor to discover how these non-invasive therapies can expedite rehabilitation after an auto accident.
Written by: Marissa Luck on June 23, 2014.
This article is from: http://www.chironexus.net/2014/06/exercise-whiplash-dont-alone/
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2017년 4월 6일 목요일
Battling Fatigue as We Age - Ideal Wellness Chiropractic Center in Itaewon Seoul
Battling Fatigue as We Age
Fatigue strikes everyone at one time or another - after vigorous exercise, a long workday, or prolonged stress. In the elderly population, fatigue can be a severe problem, especially for seniors suffering from physical ailments.
How serious is the problem? According to a study in the Journal of the American Geriatrics Society, very serious. A survey of 199 residents at a residential care facility revealed that almost all of the participants reported some fatigue symptoms: 51% reported mild fatigue, 40% reported moderate fatigue, and 7% reported severe fatigue. Fatigue also influenced depression, activities of daily living, pain, medication use, and the ability to perform a three-minute walk. Even more distressing, one in four seniors reported suffering chronic fatigue (1-5 years), and 11% reported fatigue lasting more than five years!
Whether you’re young or old, the battle against fatigue is an important one. How do we fight fatigue? There’s no single answer, but consistent exercise and a sensible diet might be a good place to start. Your chiropractor can tell you more about fatigue and outline a wellness program to keep you active now and in the future.
For more information on senior health, go to http://www.chiroweb.com/tyh/senior.html
This article is from: http://www.toyourhealth.com/mpacms/tyh/article.php?id=601
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What Can I Expect on My First Visit to a Chiropractor - Ideal Wellness Chiropractic Center in Itaewon Seoul
What Can I Expect on My First Visit to a Chiropractor - Doctor of Chiropractic?
The first thing a chiropractor will do is ask you about the health complaints about which you are chiefly concerned. The DC will also ask about your family history, dietary habits, other care you may have had (chiropractic, osteopathic, medical, etc.), your job, and other questions designed to help determine the nature of your illness and the best treatment.
Medical records, such as diagnostic test results, or imaging results, such as X-rays and MRIs, will also provide important information about your condition.
Certain things in your health history are particularly vital to a chiropractor. This information could provide important clues that will allow your chiropractor to properly diagnose your problem. Such clues include whether you have or have had:
- Bone disorders such as osteoporosis;
- Circulatory problems (for example, poor circulation could be a sign that you have a subluxation);
- Dizziness or blurred vision;
- Heart conditions such as hypertension or high blood pressure;
- Infections, especially those affecting your spine;
- Injuries, such as bone fractures, muscle sprains, or disc injuries;
- Joint disorders such as arthritis; or
- Sleep apnea.
Be prepared to answer such questions as:
Did the onset of your pain immediately follow an injury? Is there anything you do that improves or worsens the pain? When and how did your pain start? Where is the pain centered?
The physical exam
Here's what to expect:
The first order of business is checking your vital signs, reflexes, and blood pressure. Sometimes, measurements will be taken to determine arm and leg length.
Next, you will be asked to do a series of simple and easy activities or exercises. These exercises will provide information about your motor skills, balance and gait, among others. These tests also help determine your range of motion, muscle tone and strength, and integrity of your nervous system. Any abnormalities could provide clues about a condition. You may be asked to:
- Bend forward, sideways, or backwards - Misaligned spinal vertebrae can sometimes be detected during this exercise. Flex and extend your leg - This is a test for signs of sprain and helps determine the integrity of your joints (also called the "Yeoman's Test").
- Grip something such as a rubber ball - Your grip strength is vital for showing signs of muscular or nerve damage.
- Lie down and raise one leg - This is often referred to as the "Thomas Test," in which the chiropractor gently pushes on your raised leg to check for hip joint mobility.
- Stand and raise one leg - This test can sometimes show whether you have sciatica, a nerve disorder in your lower back. Another test may involve pushing on your raised leg to determine whether you have pain, inflammation, or imbalance in the joints between your spinal vertebrae. (This is also called the "Psoas Muscle Test.")
- Stand or sit - Posture can sometimes show whether you have misalignments in your spine.
- Walk a straight line - This test measures your gait, and helps to determine if you have a normal walking pattern.
- Walk in Place - Abnormalities in the way your pelvis and spine coordinate can be seen during this test.
Next, a short physical exam by the chiropractor will involve palpation, or use of the hands, to explore the alignment of your spine and other structures, as well as provide information on any stimuli that may cause pain. Depending on your condition, a series of diagnostic tests may follow. These tests may include MRIs, CT scans, X-rays, blood work, and other laboratory tests.
The chiropractor may also consult with you about making important lifestyle changes, such as exercise, nutrition, and smoking cessation, to improve your chances of healing faster, or preventing further injury.
Adjustments
An "adjustment," as doctors of chiropractic use the term, means the specific manipulation of vertebrae that have abnormal movement patterns or fail to function normally. Doctors of chiropractic spend years learning motion palpation (the art of examining by movement or touch) and other forms of spinal examining procedures, so that they can administer specific and appropriate spinal adjustments.
Once the DC has identified the problem, he/she will begin care by way of these adjustments or "manipulations." Particular attention will be paid to that area of your spine where a spinal derangement or "subluxation" has been detected. The adjustment is usually given by hand or "activator" type instruments, and consists of applying pressure to the areas of the spine that are out of alignment or that do not move properly within their normal range of motion.
Doctors of chiropractic use many sophisticated and varied techniques, and the specific procedure to be used will be determined and explained completely to you following a careful evaluation of your radiographs and physical findings.
Under normal circumstances, adjustments don't hurt. The patient may experience a minor amount of discomfort during the adjustment, which lasts only seconds. Adjustments or manipulations are extremely safe. The risk factor is estimated to be in excess of 1 million to 1.
This article is from: http://www.chirofind.com/resources/firstvisit.php
Ideal Wellness Chiropractic Center in Itaewon Seoul (아이디얼웰니스 카이로프랙틱 센터)
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2017년 4월 4일 화요일
94% of Neck Pain Patients Significantly Improved with Chiropractic - Ideal Wellness Chiropractic Center in Itaewon Seoul
94% of Neck Pain Patients Significantly Improved with Chiropractic
Author: Marissa Luck
A new study showed that combining chiropractic cervical and thoracic spinal adjustments led to significant improvements in 94% of patients with neck pain.
Chiropractors have a range of techniques at their fingertips, and research continues to investigate whether certain techniques are more effective than others for relieving neck pain.
Often patients with neck pain exhibit dysfunction not just within the cervical spine in the neck, but in the thoracic spine in the upper back. For this reason, some chiropractors apply thoracic spinal adjustments in addition to cervical spinal adjustments when treating patients with neck pain. Additionally, chiropractors may also chose to use non-thrust adjustments to provide the same benefits of thrust adjustments but with lower force.
Researchers from Long Island University sought to see whether the addition of thoracic thrust spinal adjustments added any noticeable treatment benefit. They studied of a group of 64 patients with neck pain who were randomly assigned to receive either one of two treatments: thoracic thrust manipulation plus non-thrust cervical manipulation (experimental group); or cervical spine non-thrust manipulation (control group). Both groups were given an at-home exercise program consisting of active range-of-motion exercises.
After one week of treatment, the experimental group receiving the combined treatment had substantially better results in terms of neck pain and disability compared to the control group. Nearly all of the patients in the experimental (94%) had a global rating change score of +4 or higher, compared to 35% of the control group.
The study suggests that a combination of thoracic spine thrust manipulation plus cervical spine non-thrust manipulation is superior to cervical spine non-thrust manipulation alone. The findings also add to earlier research demonstrating the benefits of spinal adjustments and exercise for relieving neck pain. In one recent study from The Annals of Internal Medicine, chiropractic plus exercise was more effective than pain medication in relieving symptoms for patients with neck pain.
Written by: Marissa Luck on September 3, 2013.on September 4, 2013.
Ideal Wellness Chiropractic Center in Itaewon Seoul (아이디얼웰니스 카이로프랙틱 센터)
www.idealwellness.co.kr
Chiropractors have a range of techniques at their fingertips, and research continues to investigate whether certain techniques are more effective than others for relieving neck pain.
Often patients with neck pain exhibit dysfunction not just within the cervical spine in the neck, but in the thoracic spine in the upper back. For this reason, some chiropractors apply thoracic spinal adjustments in addition to cervical spinal adjustments when treating patients with neck pain. Additionally, chiropractors may also chose to use non-thrust adjustments to provide the same benefits of thrust adjustments but with lower force.
Researchers from Long Island University sought to see whether the addition of thoracic thrust spinal adjustments added any noticeable treatment benefit. They studied of a group of 64 patients with neck pain who were randomly assigned to receive either one of two treatments: thoracic thrust manipulation plus non-thrust cervical manipulation (experimental group); or cervical spine non-thrust manipulation (control group). Both groups were given an at-home exercise program consisting of active range-of-motion exercises.
After one week of treatment, the experimental group receiving the combined treatment had substantially better results in terms of neck pain and disability compared to the control group. Nearly all of the patients in the experimental (94%) had a global rating change score of +4 or higher, compared to 35% of the control group.
The study suggests that a combination of thoracic spine thrust manipulation plus cervical spine non-thrust manipulation is superior to cervical spine non-thrust manipulation alone. The findings also add to earlier research demonstrating the benefits of spinal adjustments and exercise for relieving neck pain. In one recent study from The Annals of Internal Medicine, chiropractic plus exercise was more effective than pain medication in relieving symptoms for patients with neck pain.
Written by: Marissa Luck on September 3, 2013.on September 4, 2013.
This article is from: http://www.chironexus.net/2013/09/94-of-neck-pain-patients-significantly-improved-with-chiropractic/
Ideal Wellness Chiropractic Center in Itaewon Seoul (아이디얼웰니스 카이로프랙틱 센터)
www.idealwellness.co.kr
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