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Friday, February 9, 2024
Can a chiropractor help with migraine?
Evidence on the effectiveness of chiropractic for migraine headaches is limited. However, some studies suggest it may be as effective as some preventive medications.
According to older
People may seek a chiropractor for migraine because they
The Migraine Research Foundation state that 39 million people in the United States experience migraine headaches. It is most common in individuals aged 18–44 years.
Evidence on the safety and effectiveness of chiropractic treatment for migraine headaches is limited but encouraging. An older
Results suggest each of the therapies may be as effective as conventional preventive medications, such as propranolol (Inderal) and topiramate (Topamax). However, the review highlighted shortcomings in the clinical trials, leading the authors to call for further studies, following strict clinical guidelines.
Despite limited research on chiropractic for migraine headaches, treating the condition comprises a substantial percentage of the caseload of practitioners.
Tuesday, December 20, 2022
Chiropractic spinal manipulation associated with reduction in low back surgery
Read in SCIENMAG: https://apple.news/Apua5xAc8R26zpGY35G4n8Q
Thursday, September 15, 2022
*SEPTEMBER is SUICIDE PREVENTION AWARENESS MONTH**
For our teachers, administrators and special education specialists in September, as a way of saying "thank you" for your caring work with our children and helping to offer inclusion to all, we are offering a FREE Health Consultation, Examination & a 1 Hour Therapeutic Massage Session! We will also donate $25.00 in your name to nami.org.
Call today or visit the web to set up your free appointment!
www.drmurphy.com 973-635-0036 #caregivers, #students, #teachers,#caring, #children,#specialeducation #inclusion
Friday, February 11, 2022
The Great American Dairy Myth: Learn How to Live Long and Stay Healthy Without the Cow!
I have long been a
proponent of a non-dairy diet. My 4
children were raised that way and are healthier than most. My youngest two, ages 16 and 14, have never had
dairy since birth, nor has their mother during their nursing. Both youngsters have less colds and sickness
than any of their peers. I counsel my
patients to avoid dairy at all costs.
So what’s the
problem with dairy you may ask?
Cow’s milk and
milk products are the most pervasive food allergy causing substances on the
planet that are both easily obtained and widely used as foods. A protein in milk,
casein, appears to be the major cause of adverse reactions. Casein is in milk of all forms, including
lactose-free or low-lactose products.
Casein is a very large and convoluted protein, and it is often mistaken
for a foreign substance by our immune systems.
And truly it is, because cow’s milk is meant for baby cows, not humans.
A human infant’s intestinal tract is
designed to digest mother’s breast milk from birth to at least nine months of
age, preferably to 12 months. Breast milk contains immune factors which protect
against foreign substances. Breast milk contains three times the lactose, one
third the calcium, a more absorbable form of iron, and higher amounts of essential
fatty acids than cow's milk. Cow’s milk formula feeding prematurely exposes an
infant's fragile intestine to cow's milk, and through a long series of
maladaptive biological functions, the infant becomes sensitive (allergic) to
that cow's milk.
Milk
Allergy and Lactose Intolerance are not the same issue.
Lactose intolerance means that the enzyme lactase is not produced by the
body in sufficient quantity to digest lactose (milk sugar) resulting in gastric
symptoms, such as cramping, gas, bloating and/or diarrhea. One can be lactose intolerant and yet ingest low-lactose, or lactose-free milk and dairy products
without ill effects. Allergy to casein is another matter, and has nothing to do
with lactose.
Why, then, is our
American culture so hung up on cow’s milk?
The problem is multi-factorial and has both cultural and economic
roots. Milk and milk products are big
business in
Many of us were
raised at a time when the American Dairy Association touted dairy as “one of
the 4 food groups”. Even today, dairy
has it’s own section on the USDA Food Pyramid.
In reality, we neither need dairy nor should we look at it as a separate
or essential food category in our diet.
Two-thirds of the world’s population cannot tolerate milk and
a rapidly growing number of Americans are allergic to cow's milk. In fact,
cow's milk allergy is one of the most common food allergies. Many cultures never ingest milk products and
are healthier than Americans by far.
These cultures get much of their protein from legume sources and their
calcium from legumes and vegetables.
One of the biggest untruths the American Dairy
Association uses to promote cow’s milk as “essential” is that it is the only good
source of dietary calcium. It’s time to debunk that myth as well. There are many excellent sources of calcium
in other foods, such as dark green leafy vegetables, legumes, some fruits and
figs. Many cultures that eat no dairy
have better health and stronger bones by getting their calcium from fish, green
vegetables, and legumes.
As far as protein:
Yes, milk is high in protein, but at what cost? If casein is one of the most allergic
proteins to humans, why ingest it at all?
Soy and other legumes are much better alternatives. Even lean meats are. If you are not a vegan, sustainable fin fish
that is low in mercury, like salmon and tilapia, are a fantastic source of
calcium and protein.
Concerning soy products: Much misinformation was
circulated in the recent past attempting to tarnish soy’s clean image. Don’t believe it! Cultures that have eaten soy and vegetable
based diets are the healthiest on earth.
Their people have greater longevity, lower cancer rates and lower rates
of chronic illness. We, the great “milk”
drinkers have lower levels of energy, greater obesity, and shorter life spans.
My suggestion to everyone is this: Eliminate dairy as
much as possible. Eat more vegetables,
fruits and whole foods. Eat more fiber
and less fat, and never, never give babies milk to drink or cheese to eat. You will live happier, healthier and longer I
promise you.
Friday, May 7, 2021
Chiropractic While Pregnant: What Are the Benefits?
For many pregnant women, aches and pains in the lower back and hips are part of the experience. In fact, approximately
Luckily, relief may be just a chiropractor visit away. Here’s what you should know about the benefits of chiropractic care during pregnancy.
Chiropractic care is the health maintenance of the spinal column and the adjustment of misaligned joints. It doesn’t involve drugs or surgery. Instead, it’s a kind of physical therapy to reduce spinal nerve stress and promote health throughout the body.
More than 1 million chiropractic adjustments are given every day, all over the world. Complications are rare. During pregnancy, chiropractic care is believed to be safe. But there are certain circumstances where chiropractic care may not be a good idea.
Always get your OB’s approval before seeing a chiropractor during pregnancy. Chiropractic care isn’t typically recommended if you’re experiencing the following:
- vaginal bleeding
- placenta previa or placenta abruption
- ectopic pregnancy
- moderate to severe toxemia
While all licensed chiropractors receive training related to pregnancy, some chiropractors specialize in prenatal care. Ask if they specialize in this area, or get a referral from your doctor.
To adjust pregnant women, chiropractors will use adjusting tables to accommodate their growing bellies. All chiropractors should use techniques that won’t put pressure on the abdomen.
Chiropractors can also show you effective stretches for relieving tension and easing discomfort.
There are many hormonal and physical changes you’ll experience during your pregnancy. Some of these will have an impact on your posture and comfort. As your baby becomes heavier, your center of gravity shifts, and your posture adjusts accordingly.
These physical changes during your pregnancy can lead to a misaligned spine or joints.
Other uncomfortable changes during pregnancy might include:
- a protruding abdomen resulting in an increased curve of your back
- changes to your pelvis as your body begins to prepare for labor
- adaptations to your posture
Regular visits to a chiropractor during your pregnancy can address these issues. One collaborative chiropractic and medical study revealed that 75 percent of pregnant chiropractic care patients reported pain relief. Plus, adjustments designed to re-establish balance and alignment to your pelvis and spine will do more than just make you feel better. Chiropractic care can be beneficial for your baby, too.
A pelvis that’s out of alignment can restrict the amount of space available to your developing baby. When an external force obstructs your growing baby’s normal movements, it’s known as intrauterine constraint. This can lead to birth defects.
Another complication that a misaligned pelvis may pose relates to delivery. When the pelvis is out of alignment, it can make it hard for your baby to move into the best position to be born, which is rear-facing, head down.
In some cases, this could affect a woman’s ability to have a natural and noninvasive birth. A balanced pelvis also means your baby has a lower chance of moving into a breech or posterior position. When your baby is in a nonoptimal birthing position, it can lead to a longer, more complicated delivery.
Other evidence points to improved outcomes in labor and delivery for women who’ve received chiropractic care during their pregnancy. In fact, it may help reduce the length of time you’re in labor.
In addition, regular chiropractic care while you’re pregnant can offer the following benefits:
- help you maintain a healthier, more comfortable pregnancy
- relieving pain in the back, neck, hips, and joints
- help to control symptoms of nausea
Tuesday, September 29, 2020
Chiropratic Care & MS: Perfect Together!
Multiple sclerosis, also known as MS, is an autoimmune disease where the immune system begins to destroy the outer layer of tissue that surrounds and protects the nerves, also known as myelin, in the brain and spinal cord. The deterioration of the myelin obstructs any communication between the nerves and brain. When the myelin is attacked, not only is the brain/body connection completely disrupted, but the nerves are eventually destroyed, resulting in debilitating complications.
Some of these symptoms include muscle spasms, stiffness, paralysis, problems with the reproductive organs concerning bathroom and sexual behavior, changes in brain function, including memory loss, erratic emotions, depression and even epilepsy. What is most unsettling about the disease is that it has the ability to affect virtually anyone at any age.
However, although it is unknown why multiple sclerosis affects certain people over others, there are certain trends that the disease seems to follow concerning infection. Caucasian women between the ages of 15 and 60 seem to be affected more than anyone else. There are is also evidence that suggests that if your parent or sibling has had the disease, then you have a greater chance of also coming down with it. The disease has also been found to occur more in southern Canada, northern United States, New Zealand, southeastern Australia and Europe. There has also been a link between multiple sclerosis and thyroid disease, type 1 diabetes and inflammatory bowel disease.
Living with multiple sclerosis is often described as debilitating due to its crippling symptoms. Many people suffering from MS become interested in alternative care in order to find some relief from the daily pain they experience. Although there is little scientific evidence as of right now, there have been many people living with MS that report getting alleviation from their incapacitating symptoms through chiropractic treatment. Patients claim to have higher energy, better muscular control and the ability to be more active in their daily life. Being able to diminish the pain plays a huge part in building confidence in patients with multiple sclerosis, which then aids in better management of the disease, according to doctor Nesanet Mitiku, MD, PhD. Mitiku encourages chiropractic care for patients who are interested in trying treatments, since it gives them a better outlook on living with the illness.
Although chiropractic doesn’t have the ability to treat the mental aspect of the disease, it may be able to help with the physical side of MS. The nerve damage that occurs during the progression of multiple sclerosis can cause the spine and pelvis to become misaligned. Chiropractic manipulations may be able to realign both these skeletal areas, allowing the muscles to work more efficiently.
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