Athletes commonly take Anti-Inflammatory NSAIDs like Ibuprofen during training to help reduce post workout muscle soreness. I previously discussed research that demonstrated taking these anti-inflammatory drugs interferes with training recovery and adaptation. A well researched area is the effect of NSAIDs on kidney function. This is important in high risk individuals and in athletes as […]
“I’m A Runner. Should I Take An Anti-Inflammatory Before Training?”
“Should I take an anti-inflammatory pain reliever before training to reduce pain, stiffness, and other symptoms from training?” Endurance Athletes like Cyclists, Runners, and Triathletes commonly take an ibuprofen, motrin, advil, or some other NSAID (diclofenac, celecoxib, rofecoxib) before training with the hopes that it would reduce inflammation and pain from pushing your body. The […]
BREAKING NEWS. FDA recommends MDs learn about Chiropractic’s important role in treating pain
FDA recommends Medical Doctors learn about Chiropractic and Acupuncture for Pain Management. The FDA released proposed changes to its blueprint on Educating Health Care Providers about treating pain. The guidelines recommend that doctors get information about Chiropractic Care and acupuncture as therapies that might help patients avoid prescription opioids. The CDC reports that every day 91 people […]
“What do doctors think about chronic pain?”
Many patients have had bad experiences with chronic pain treatment and often feel like they've been written off by their doctor as either seeking drugs or that they have some psychological disorder. "What do doctors think about chronic pain?" Good question that probably runs through the mind of every chronic pain sufferer. Unfortunately, the question […]
Chronic Back Pain Associated With Significant Losses Of Brain Mass
Ongoing Back Pain is very likely causing you many problems beyond the suffering and losses of ability to enjoy your life. Chronic pain causes massive suffering that goes beyond what you feel in your body. Read below to find out how it effects your brain. The following is a brief discussion of important research into […]