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Stop Menstrual Cramps!

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Dr. Edward Gould
on April 21, 2011
in Cincinnati Chiropractors, Drug-Free Approach and Mentrual Cramps
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An interesting fact!

Did you know that misalignments in your pelvis or in your lumbar area can contribute to menstrual cramping?  If you are like the majority of women in the population, you were totally unaware of this fact.  Because of this, most women suffer needlessly.  Having your lower back and pelvis routinely checked for alignment issues will significantly reduce and in many cases stop menstrual pain.

If  you have never had you lower back or pelvis checked for alignment issues, you should.  How different would your life be if you no longer suffered from debilitating menstrual cramps?

Your in Health, Naturally!

Dr. Edward Gould

Cincinnati Golf Injuries & Prevention

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Dr. Edward Gould
on April 18, 2011
in Cincinnati Chiropractors, Golf Injuries, Lower Back Pain, Mid Back Pain, Neck Pain & Stiffness, Sacroiliac Pain and Sports Injuries
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Golf is an interesting sport that requires the coordination of all parts of the body.  Hitting a golf ball only requires a small amount of time, however, in that small amount of time the golfer’s body will undergo massive amounts of stress.  Because of this,  injuries occur on a regular basis.

A fluid swing requires maximum-joint-function throughout the body.  Any reduction of  joint function, will not only increase the chances of injury but will also change the characteristics of the golfer’s swing, which will contribute to a loss of swing velocity and improper impact position.

Many golfers overlook the obvious, they eagerly spend thousands of dollars on clubs and lessons, yet they ignore the most important component in their game, their body and its ability to move properly.

As we age “all” of our golf swings change.  Anyone that follows golf knows that Tiger Woods has been relentlessly working on a new swing.  Yes, even Tiger is susceptible to the aging process.  His mechanics are amazing but they are changing.

Common complaints and injuries in order of prevalence from playing golf:

  1. Sacroiliac pain
  2. Lower back pain
  3. Mid back pain
  4. Neck pain
  5. Shoulder pain
  6. Elbow pain
  7. Knee pain

If you are suffering from any of the above or you just want to maximize your body’s function, call me before your next tee time at 513-791-8110.

Yours in Health, Naturally!

Dr. Gould

Cherries found to control Inflammation

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Dr. Edward Gould
on April 12, 2011
in Aging, Cincinnati Chiropractors, inflammation and Sports Injuries
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Cherries Fight Inflammation

Cherries are important for their ability to control inflammation.  A growing body of scientific research indicates that inflammation contributes to diseases such as heart disease, arthritis, and obesity. Sweet or tart, cherries are a powerhouse of anti-inflammatory nutrients. A study from University of California at Davis found that regular consumption of cherries for 28 days produced a decrease in biochemical signs of inflammation in blood, including a 25 percent reduction in C-reactive protein CRP, the most widely studied marker of inflammation.  Elevation of CRP in blood is associated with an increased risk of heart disease and stroke.

Cherries Better Than Aspirin for Pain?

According to research done at Michigan State University the anthocyanins that make cherries red could also help relieve pain more effectively than aspirin. The study found that anthocyanins were potent antioxidants that could prevent oxidative damage and also inhibited enzymes called cyclooxygenase-1 and -2 Cox 1 and 2, which is similar in the way anti- inflammatory drugs seek to reduce pain.  The study appeared in the Journal of Natural Products published by the American Chemical Society. Lead researcher Muralee G. Nair, Ph.D., Professor at Michigan State University College of Agriculture & Natural Resources, noted about this cherry effect “It is as good as ibuprofen and some of the nonsteriodal anti-inflammatory drugs.”  Nair said that his lab results indicate that consuming 20 tart cherries could provide anti-inflammatory benefits. Finding a natural way to reduce pain is important, given the serious side effects from common pain relievers called NSAIDs, examples of which include Advil, Motrin, Aleve and aspirin.

Cherry Juice for Workout Recovery

A presentation at the American College of Sports Medicine Conference found that drinking tart cherry juice helped reduce pain after exercise for long distance runners. This research,  from the Oregon Health & Science University,  indicated that cherries could act like medications that runners use to reduce inflammation after workouts.Publishing their findings in the Journal of the International Society of Sports Nutrition, the researchers explain: “Considering the natural anti-inflammatory and antioxidant capacity of tart cherries,  it is plausible that cherry consumption before and during strenuous exercise may have a protective effect to reduce muscle damage and pain. “For most runners,  post-race treatment consists of RICE rest, ice, compression and elevation and traditional NSAIDS non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs,” said Kerry Kuehl, M.D., a sports medicine physician and principal study investigator, who added: “But NSAIDS can have adverse effects — negative effects you may be able to avoid by using a natural, whole food alternative, like cherry juice, to reduce muscle inflammation before exercise.” Please see References below for the link to the full text of this interesting study.

Cherries and Gout

Another study from the University of California at Davis found that a single dose of cherries reduced the blood level of uric acid in healthy women. Excess uric acid causes gout, a very painful type of arthritis. The use of cherries to prevent gout is well established in Western folk medicine. You can enjoy the benefit of cherries all year round with unsweetened cherry juice, unsweetened cherry juice concentrate, or frozen organic pitted cherries, which make a delicious snack or dessert. And don’t forget about incorporating anti-inflammatory foods like cherries into daily life.

via Leo Galland, M.D.: Cherries for Health: Better Than Aspirin?.

Attaining Physical Vibrancy

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Dr. Edward Gould
on March 25, 2011
in Cincinnati Chiropractors, Nutrition 101 and Wellness 101
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One of the most important things you can do to improve your appearance, physical health and mental acuity is to have a deeper understanding of how your  food selections effect your body.  It seems so simple, but if you look around at the majority of people in our society,  it becomes apparent, that it’s not that easy.

Becoming educated and  then implementing what you have learned  is  paramount when it comes diet.  There is a lot of great information available but you have to become a seeker.  Then you have to become an implementer.

Many people say they simply do not have the time to learn.  Honestly, it does not take that much time.  The true difficulty of attaining physical vibrancy is consistently implementing  the information that you have learned.  My hope is after reading this, you will be eager to begin a journey that will lead you to a more vibrant life.

Let’s talk about Food

It is so easy to eat poorly, even when we try to eat well.  In many cases, we are eating poorly due to the low nutrient content of  foods that are produced in mass quantities.  Poor eating habits will ultimately lead to malabsorbtion syndromes in the gut which will cause vitamin deficiencies in your body.

Most people have no idea that the vitamin and mineral content of fruits and vegetables begins to diminish immediately after being picked. This fact is compounded by foods that are not produced organically. Vitamin and Mineral deficiencies manifest in many ways,  some subtle and some not so subtle.  These deficiencies open up the door to sickness, allergies, pain and disease.

I think one of the quickest ways to educate you on how your food choices effect your body, is to rent the Movie “FoodMatters” I think you will find it to be an eye opener.  Below is short introduction to the movie.

I hope this post has been helpful.

Yours in Health,

Dr Gould

Whiplash Injuries

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Dr. Edward Gould
on February 1, 2011
in Cincinnati Chiropractors, Conditions & Treatments and Whiplash Injuries
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Crash DummyIt’s surreal, one moment you are stopped at a red light. The next moment you hear screeching tires, you look up into your rear view mirror and immediately feel the impact. You have just been involved in an accident. Within moments a policeman taps on your window to ask if you are okay… You move around a bit and much to your surprise, you feel fine, other than feeling a bit anxious. Two days later however, you cannot lift your head off your pillow and your body feels like it has been beat up.

How can this be? You feel okay immediately after the accident but with 48 to 72 hours you feel absolutely miserable. I’m always asked this question, “Doc, I felt fine right after the accident, why do I hurt so badly now?” A quick anatomy lesson will help here. It is all about blood supply. Tissues that have a good blood supply swell quickly after an injury. Tissues that have a poor blood supply swell slowly after an injury. There are several things that are significant about this. Not only does a poor blood supply delay the onset of pain, it also significantly increases healing time and in some cases healing outcomes.

Properly treating this type of injury is critical. Left alone, improper healing can occur leaving the individual with chronic pain for the rest of their life. We all know people like this. I have been treating whiplash injuries since 1988. If you live in the greater Cincinnati area and have been in an auto accident, call me and set up an appointment to be examined. The sooner treatment begins the better the outcome.