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FDA bans Darvocet: Why so long?
On November 19, 2010, the FDA banned of Darvocet, a widely used pain medication. Darvocet (and its parent Darvon) is an opiod-based propoxyphene drug prescribed for mild to moderate arthritis pain. The FDA first approved it in 1957 which means … Read More
The Wonders of Walking
Walking is such a wonderful way to exercise, and now a study has confirmed another of its wonders: walking is good for our brain. Read More
Flexion Distraction For Discs
For almost 20 years, I have studied and used Cox flexion distraction in treating non-surgical disc injuries and conditions in the neck and low back. I have attended numerous seminars and classes with Dr. Cox. Flexion-distraction is widely researched. Since … Read More
Care For A Crucifer?
Let’s hope you like cabbage, or any of the other members of the crucifer family of vegetables which include broccoli, cauliflower, kale and brussel sprouts. These vegetables are the stars of a number of studies which indicate they may help … Read More
Make It Mediterranean
The Mediterranean diet has long been famous for its association with long life and lower rates of heart disease and cancer. Read More
Whiplash & Concussion
In today’s New York Times, in an interesting article about concussion in professional baseball, a connection was made between concussion, whiplash injury, and the possible role of spinal manipulation in its treatment. The article quoted Corey Koskie, a third baseman … Read More
The Triad Of Health
This model illustrates health as a dynamic inter-relationship between our structure, our chemistry and emotional/social factors. Read More
CAM & Chiropractic
The idea that chiropractic is complementary to medicine, or an alternative, never made sense to me. Read More
Nuts: Good Or Bad?
Nuts taste good, and grabbing a handful of unsalted almonds when you’re hungry and on the run is a practical alternative to processed snack foods. Read More