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Unlocking Relief: Exploring the Positive Impact of Chiropractic Adjustments on Back Pain In the bustling city of daily life, back pain often emerges as an unwelcome companion, slowing our stride and dimming our vitality. As we navigate the labyrinth of discomfort, many seek alternative paths to alleviate their woes. Imagine a realm where hands hold the key to unlocking the body's potential for healing—a realm known as chiropractic care. Through the lens of research and personal narratives, this article delves into the positive results of chiropractic adjustments, shedding light on the potential relief they may offer to those yearning to break free from the clutches of back pain. Positive Results Unveiled: Numerous studies have championed the efficacy of chiropractic adjustments in addressing back pain. A groundbreaking study published in the Journal of Manipulative and Physiological Therapeutics (JMPT) found that patients who underwent chiropractic treatment reported significant improvements in pain and function compared to those who received standard medical care alone (Smith et al., 2018). The hands-on approach of chiropractors, focusing on spinal adjustments and joint manipulation, has been linked to reduced inflammation, improved mobility, and an enhanced sense of well-being. Statistics further endorse the positive impact of chiropractic care. According to a survey conducted by the National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health (NCCIH), over 35 million Americans sought chiropractic treatment in the past year, attesting to its growing popularity as a complementary approach to conventional medical care (NCCIH, 2022). These numbers echo the sentiments of individuals who have found solace in chiropractic adjustments, experiencing a renewed sense of vitality as their back pain diminishes. The Personal Touch: Beyond the realm of statistics lies a tapestry of personal narratives that weave together the success stories of individuals who embraced chiropractic care. Take Sarah, for instance, a dedicated office worker whose sedentary lifestyle had cast a shadow over her days. Faced with chronic back pain, she turned to chiropractic adjustments as a beacon of hope. Through a series of personalized sessions, Sarah discovered a newfound sense of freedom, her pain dissipating with each gentle adjustment. Her journey echoes the countless others who have found relief and renewed vigor through chiropractic care. Conclusion: As we journey through the labyrinth of back pain, chiropractic adjustments emerge as a promising pathway to relief. Backed by research, endorsed by statistics, and amplified by personal stories, the positive impact of chiropractic care on back pain cannot be overlooked. Perhaps, in the hands of a skilled chiropractor, the key to unlocking a pain-free existence awaits. Could chiropractic adjustments be the key to unlocking your path to a pain-free life? Legal Disclaimer: The information provided in this article is for informational purposes only and should not be considered as medical advice. Readers are strongly advised to consult with a qualified healthcare professional before considering any form of treatment for back pain, including chiropractic care. The author and publisher of this article are not liable for any consequences arising from the use or misuse of the information presented here. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/trishulvadi/message

ACUPUNCTURE. Maybe you've tried it. Maybe you've thought about trying it. It's hard to know exactly where to go to get it. Lots of other questions arise too, like does it hurt? Does it work? What can it treat? The practice of acupuncture has existed for close to 2,500 years, so there's gotta be good reasons for its use. Thankfully, we have Angela Lorbeck, DACM, MSTOM with us to teach all about acupuncture and integrative medicine! Dr. Lorbeck is a Doctor of Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine and an assistant professor at RUSH University Medical CenterShe's been in the field of Integrative Medicine at Rush for over 20 years. Her passion is educating people about the evidence-based role of integrative medicine in patient-centered careShe is an accomplished educator/speaker and has contributed GREATLY to academic writing in the field of integrative medicine and acupuncture! Topics in this episode include:What are the origins of acupuncture?How does it work?How does someone become a licensed acupuncturist?What research exists to support acupuncture? What conditions can it treat?Does it hurt?How long do you have to do it to see an effect?Does insurance cover it?How can you find a reputable acupuncturist?Check out Dr. Lorbeck's professional profile at RUSH here!The National Center for Complimentary and Integrative Health (NCCIH) website has tons of resources about acupuncture and integrative medicine too :)For more episodes, limited edition merch, or to become a Friend of Your Doctor Friends (and more), follow this link!Also, CHECK OUT AMAZING HEALTH PODCASTS on The Health Podcast Network(For real, this network is AMAZING and has fantastic, evidence-based, honest health information, and we are so happy to partner with them!) Find us at:Website: yourdoctorfriendspodcast.com Email: yourdoctorfriendspodcast@gmail.com Call the DOCLINE on 312-380-5005 and leave us a message. We will listen and maybe even respond/play it on the show! (Disclaimer: we will not answer specific medical questions or offer medical advice. Consult your healthcare professional with any and all personal health questions.) Connect with us:@your_doctor_friends (IG)@JeremyAllandMD (IG, FB, Twitter)@JuliaBrueneMD (IG)@HealthPodNet (IG)

Spinal anatomy is a remarkable combination of strong bones, flexible ligaments and tendons, large muscles, and susceptible nerves. It is designed to be incredibly strong and protective. Mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBSR) and cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) may prove more effective than usual treatment in alleviating chronic low-back pain, according to a new study funded by the National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health (NCCIH), part of the National Institutes of Health. I hope this session helps you with the relaxation of your back. I would appreciate dropping a few words if you like this podcast for us at Google Review or Facebook Review. Your review means the world to me, and I thank you for it. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/effortlessmeditation/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/effortlessmeditation/support

Google Plus is going away in August 2019 so I mentioned my conundrum of what to do next. In App that Attach,  a wearable app to help you take control of thumb sucking, hair pulling and similar behaviors. And a look at Valerian Tea and is it something that you can drink. If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741. Resources Mentioned:  Keen by HabitAware is a bracelet that alerts you when you are performing certain types of behaviors like hair pulling or nail biting. Kaiser Permanente has an access point the Natural Medicine Comprehensive Database. I’ll provide a link to the Kaiser site; you will need to click the link on the left side of the Kaiser screen to access the database. National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health (NCCIH) has a quick guide about botanicals called Herbs at a Glance. NIH Dietary Supplement Fact Sheet; a source to check if there could be issues about taking the supplement of your choice. Sometimes it has been tested, often it has not. A source to refer to if there is or could be a medial issue about consuming a herb or botanical. VeryWell Fit has a page about the botanical with information about dosage and use. VeryWell Mind concentrates on using Valerian for Social Anxiety. Disclaimer:  Links to other sites are provided for information purposes only and do not constitute endorsements.  Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health disorder. This blog and podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only. Nothing in this program is intended to be a substitute for professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.

As I mentioned in the show, you can have a cup of tea and take the time to do a breathing exercise. Or to meditate.  It is about taking the opportunity to take care of yourself.  This may not work if you have very young children or busy co-workers around you. But as soon as nap time happens then make yourself a cup of tea.    Resources Mentioned:  From NBCNews on New York state implementing mental health education as part of health and wellness; the goal is to help them be aware of concepts and health literacy. Mindful has a page on audio and podcast meditation resources. Works well with a cup of tea. Kaiser Permanente has an access point to the consumer version of the Natural Medicines Comprehensive Database. The link will take you to Kaiser and then you will need to click the link to the database. Case Adams at Heal Naturally has more about the plant and some of the studies that have been performed to confirm the effectiveness of the plant. VeryWell Mind has more information about how many cups of Chamomile you should drink or ingest in a day, by tea, extract or other means. National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health (NCCIH) has a quick guide to Passion Flower and other botanicals called Herbs at a Glance. Disclaimer:  Links to other sites are provided for information purposes only and do not constitute endorsements.  Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health disorder. This blog and podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only. Nothing in this program is intended to be a substitute for professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.

Depending on the type of anxiety you have, the intensity and frequency of your attacks teas and tisanes may or may not help you stop an attack but might help with symptoms management. It depends. For the teas and tisanes to work you might have to make food and lifestyle changes: reduction of sugar, caffeine or other stimulants like energy drinks. Just need to remind you that these are only suggestions. Please double check with your medical provider; especially if you are pregnant or are taking other medication. If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741. Resources Mentioned:  Kaiser Permanente has an access point to the consumer version of the Natural Medicines Comprehensive Database. The link will take you to Kaiser and then you will need to click the link to the database. Karen Bergeron's AltNature.com page on Passion Flower. It is a commercial site but provide balanced information about the plant, how much to use for teas/tisanes and other interesting information. MedLinePlus has a listing of herbs and supplements, sometimes they have detailed info, other times the herb or supplement has not been studies enough. From the National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health (NCCIH) there is a section of their website called Herbs at a Glance. Verywell Mind on How is Passion Flower Use to Treat Anxiety? Disclaimer:  Links to other sites are provided for information purposes only and do not constitute endorsements.  Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health disorder. This blog and podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only. Nothing in this program is intended to be a substitute for professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.

This week’s episode of Pure Curiosity is all about float therapy.  Dr. Sahib Khalsa and his colleagues at the Laureate Institute for Brain research have been studying the impact of floating on mental health disorders from PTSD to Anorexia, and the results are very promising.  While trials are still in early phases, this is an important step toward understanding how this 63 year old treatment could impact modern mental health.  Not sure what floating is?  You’re not alone!  Floating has only recently become more widely known, with athletes like Steph Curry endorsing it.  To learn more about it, and how it might help you, listen in! About Our Guest: Dr. Sahib Khalsa Director of Clinical Studies, Laureate Institute for Brain Research Assistant Professor, Oxley College of Health Sciences, University of Tulsa Volunteer Faculty Member, Department of Psychiatry, University of Oklahoma ​Dr. Khalsa’s laboratory studies the heart-brain connection. Our research explores three main questions: (1) How do we feel our heartbeat? (2) Is there dysfunctional cross talk between the heart and brain in psychiatric and cardiovascular illnesses? (3) How can we develop new treatments that re-establish a functional dialogue between the heart and brain? He has published over 40 papers and abstracts, and has received research funding from the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH), National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health (NCCIH), the NIH/National Center for Advancing Translational Science (NCATS), and the Mind and Life Foundation.   For more on Dr. Khalsa and the Laureate Institute, visit http://www.laureateinstitute.org/.

On July 10, we published Part 1 of our conversation on Naturopathic Medicine with Dr. Jane Guiltinan, recently retired Dean of the School of Naturopathic Medicine at Bastyr University. In Part 1, we asked Dr. Guiltinan to give us a sort of Naturopathic Medicine 101 – since many of us are unfamiliar with the practice, we wanted to know what it was about, how it worked, and how we could find a qualified naturopathic doctor (ND). In Part 2, we dug a little deeper into what being treated by an ND is like and the advantages this practice has for women in midlife and menopause. Here’s what she told us. 1:18 What is my first Naturopathic Medicine appointment going to be like? We’re quickly becoming convinced of the benefits of Naturopathic Medicine, so we asked Dr. Guiltinan what we could expect from that first appointment. How long will it take, what kinds of questions will we be asked, what should we walk away with? Some of the process will seem very familiar, she told us, like filling out insurance forms, but expect a much longer appointment and a more in-depth conversation about lifestyle, diet, underlying causes – not just the complaint you came in with. PS: there may be “homework” to prep for your next appointment! “I’m a very strong believer in shared decision making and that this is a partnership.” 5:33 Honesty is the path to recovery – how to share ALL THE INFORMATION with your Naturopathic Doctor Working with a naturopathic doctor is most effective when you have open and frank communication, we discovered. There’s no help claiming you eat healthfully if you really don’t. NDs are looking for the root causes of your concerns, so hide nothing! Chances are your ND has been trained to develop a relationship based on trust and to listen without judgment. 6:26 The “meaty” stuff about menopause – what do women in midlife want to know? According to Dr. Guiltinan, Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) is a cause for concern because many of us aren’t sure of the risks versus the benefits. So many women turn to their ND for information about bio-identical HRT which is considered “safer” and more “natural” in some circles (though research studies don’t necessarily support this belief). Dr. Guiltinan goes into the details on HRT, the length of time considered safe, and who qualifies as a good candidate. 11:00 Where do we get the idea that bio-identical hormones are safer? Uh….let’s just say that while everyone is entitled to their opinion, and lay people can be extremely well informed, it’s probably best to check with a qualified medical professional before making a decision. An ND can be a great partner in helping you determine the healthiest, more effective path through midlife and menopause. 12:17 What can an ND do for me if I can’t utilize hormone replacement therapy? Women with a history of breast cancer or other risk factors aren’t good candidates for HRT; what options do they have to manage menopause symptoms? Women in this category have many options, says Dr. Guiltinan. Diet, lifestyle changes, adding herbs and supplements like black cohosh or maca: all of these can be very helpful in making menopause easier, and your ND can work with you to balance all the factors and reach your healthiest you. (Bonus: maca may help rekindle a limp libido….) 15:09 That’s a lot of herbs. Which one works best? If you’ve ever braved the “supplement” section of your grocery store, you’ve likely seen a bewildering array of choices: pills, powders, teas, creams … so many configurations, dosages …. Help? We asked Dr. Guiltinan how we can make informed decisions. Supplements aren’t regulated by the FDA the way prescription medications are, so there is plenty of snake oil on those shelves, she told us. She gave us some great tips on how to determine which providers are legit and what questions to ask producers. 18:03 How long are we going to be meeting like this? Perimenopause and menopause can affect a woman’s life for years. We wanted to know how long, typically, Dr. Guiltinan worked with clients to help them reach and retain optimal health. Like all things menopause, it varies with the woman and at what stage she came in for help, the Doc told us. The goal is to find what works as quickly as possible, get them on the path to health, and then only see them when things change. 19:25 What about those other hormones, progesterone and testosterone? We talk a lot about estrogen in menopause, but progesterone and testosterone (yep, women produce small amounts of testosterone) also change during this time, and the difference in levels can be felt. There are dangers to taking some hormones without others – the ideal is to keep the body in the optimum balance – so testing by a professional is critical. 21:44 What else should women know as they travel the menopath? “Menopause is not a disease,” says Dr. Guiltinan. Even though we talk about “symptoms,” it’s a natural and normal part of life, just as periods are. And here’s a news flash: “You don’t have to do anything about menopause if you don’t feel bad.” Crazy, right? If you’re not having symptoms that interfere drastically with your life, great! Carry on and enjoy your life. Next week we talk with nutritionist Julie Duffy Dillon on “food peace,” so be sure to stay tuned to genneve.com!  Dr. Jane Guiltinan recently retired as Dean of the School of Naturopathic Medicine at Bastyr University in Seattle, Washington. A practicing naturopathic physician for thirty years, Dr. Guiltinan graduated from Bastyr in 1986, and has served as a clinical professor, medical director and dean of clinical affairs during her tenure there. She was the co-medical director for the first publicly funded integrated health clinic in the United States, the King County Natural Medicine Clinic. She served on the board of trustees for Harborview Medical Center, a level 1 trauma center and part of the University of Washington Medicine system for twelve years and was the first naturopathic physician on the board of a large public hospital. In 2012, she was appointed by Kathleen Sebelius, United States Secretary of Health and Human Services, to the Advisory Council of the National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health (NCCIH), a center within the National Institutes of Health (NIH). Dr. Guiltinan’s practice is focused on women’s health, primary care, disease prevention, and wellness promotion.

Your body is powerful. We don’t just mean for lifting weights or doing hard physical work, though women’s bodies can certainly do that too. We mean your body is a powerful healer. Given the right conditions – good food, enough rest, movement, etc. – your body has “an innate capacity to restore itself to health.” Naturopathic medicine is the practice of providing ideal conditions and removing barriers for the body to get on with what it does so well. If you’ve ever wondered about naturopathic medicine or considered seeing a naturopathic doctor (ND) but just weren’t sure what to expect, Dr. Jane Guiltinan, recently retired Dean of the School of Naturopathic Medicine at Bastyr University, explains it all. In this Part I of our two-part series on naturopathic medicine, we talked with Dr. Guiltinan about what naturopathic medicine is, how and why it works, the state of naturopathic medicine in the US, and how to find a qualified ND. 1:38 – What is naturopathic medicine? Most of us on team genneve are new to the idea and practice of naturopathic medicine, so we asked Dr. Guiltinan to explain the difference between naturopathic medicine and what we consider “traditional” western medicine. Dr. Guiltinan described how we often get in the way of our body’s natural ability to heal itself. Naturopathic physicians both treat and educate patients to get them to health and maintain optimal health going forward. 4:35 – Why “doctor as teacher” is so empowering for patients. Naturopathic doctors teach their patients to become an integral part of their own healing and health. Docere, the Latin word for “teacher” is a founding principle of naturopathic medicine. Dr. Guiltinan explained why it’s so powerfully healing to put patients in charge of their well-being. 6:20 – What it means to be aware of your own body. In the western-medicine tradition, many of us are taught to hand over control to medical professionals – one outcome being that we’re often ignorant about our own bodies. How do NDs work with patient to bring them back to an awareness of their bodies? Dr. Guiltinan said all NDs practice very active listening, which can educate both the doctor and the patient. Hear how. (bonus: margaritas are NOT off limits) 8:10 – Preventing illness before it happens Most western medicine focuses on the treatment of illness or injury. Naturopathic medicine is also about maintaining wellness, and in an ideal world, says Dr. Guiltinan, people would visit their doctors before problems appear. NDs are working to shift our mindset from “cure” to “prevention,” and it’s a powerful sea change. 10:40 – Yeah, but are they “real” doctors? Naturopathic doctors are unevenly credentialed and recognized across the US, and many of us aren’t sure if NDs are “real” doctors. Dr. Guiltinan takes us through how a true naturopathic physician is educated, licensed, and credentialed. 15:08 – Dr. Guiltinan’s evolving practice and career. Dr. Guiltinan has been practicing naturopathic medicine for more than 30 years, and during that time, her practice gradually evolved to focus on women’s health. Most of her patients now are women in the menopausal transition and beyond, looking for ways to maintain health as they age. 17:26 – What do women in midlife want “fixed”? Because she has such a depth and breadth of knowledge on women in midlife, we asked Dr. Guiltinan what symptoms women in that category come to her to “fix” most often? Classically, it’s hot flashes, she told us, but naturopathic medicine can help treat a wide range of symptoms, including headaches, dry skin, vaginal dryness, weight gain, joint and muscle pain, and depression, among others. 19:25 – Why women consult an ND Why do women come to NDs? For a variety of reasons, Dr. Guiltinan told us: they’ve exhausted “conventional” options or they want a more natural alternative to hormone replacement therapy (HRT), or, in many cases, they just don’t feel well but aren’t sure what the problem is.   20:44 – How to find the right ND for me. So, we asked Dr. Guiltinan, if I think a naturopathic doctor might be able to help me, how do I go about finding the right one? Do NDs specialize? NDs don’t have recognized specialties the way conventional medicine does (neurologists, dermatologists, etc.), but practices often evolve around a natural focus, such as women’s health, she told us, so it’s worthwhile asking the questions to determine if an ND has a focus on the area you need. 22:18 – Is my ND legit? I’ve decided I want to talk with an ND, we told Dr. Guiltinan. Now what do I do? Depending on your state’s regulations, some people may be able to call themselves “naturopaths” with little formal training or licensure. To be sure you’re getting someone qualified as an ND (whether they’re able to call themselves “doctor” or not in your state), be sure they graduated from one of the seven accredited doctoral programs in North America. States that have licensing have a state record of licensed NDs, as well as professional associations. Washington state, for example, has the Washington Association of Naturopathic Physicians. If your state doesn’t have licensing standards for NDs, you can find a credentialed naturopathic practitioner in your area on The American Association of Naturopathic Physicians site. In Part II, we explore with Dr. Guiltinan some specific ways naturopathic medicine can help women in menopause. You won’t want to miss it. Check in next week and subscribe to genneve on iTunes, SoundCloud or Stitcher, so you never miss an episode. Dr. Jane Guiltinan recently retired as Dean of the School of Naturopathic Medicine at Bastyr University in Seattle, Washington. A practicing naturopathic physician for thirty years, Dr. Guiltinan graduated from Bastyr in 1986, and has served as a clinical professor, medical director and dean of clinical affairs during her tenure there. She was the co-medical director for the first publicly funded integrated health clinic in the United States, the King County Natural Medicine Clinic. She served on the board of trustees for Harborview Medical Center, a level 1 trauma center and part of the University of Washington Medicine system for twelve years and was the first naturopathic physician on the board of a large public hospital. In 2012, she was appointed by Kathleen Sebelius, United States Secretary of Health and Human Services, to the Advisory Council of the National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health (NCCIH), a center within the National Institutes of Health (NIH). Dr. Guiltinan’s practice is focused on women’s health, primary care, disease prevention, and wellness promotion.

Josie Briggs is Director of the National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health (NCCIH) at the NIH. She is also currently serving as interim director of the president’s new Precision Medicine Initiative (PMI). What has happened since the president announced the initiative, what is the proposed timeline going forward, and how much money will there be for the project ongoing?