The Highly Sought After UFC Competition

RecoveryDoc athlete Mike Easton and his contender Raphael Assuncao
The competition will be held, Saturday, December 8th. Dr. Rick Rosa of Accessible Beltway Clinics has worked with professional fighter Mike Easton over the years.


All of the details about the fight and the players can be viewed on the UFC's website ---> http://bit.ly/TFNym5.
Dr. Rosa, a revolutionary leader in the field of sports chiropractic therapy,  has utilized his famed 6 Pillars of Recovery Program, with professional athlete Mike Easton over the years.

Watch Video of MMA Pro Mike Easton

Mike Easton lifts weight and talks about his recovery which was shortened by 50% of the estimated time after treatment by RecoveryDoc.

httpv://youtu.be/NpGWILn-80s

Dr. Rosa, a graduate of New York Chiropractic College, has devoted countless years to the study and integration of chiropractic medicine for recovery and sports. He consistently demonstrates his passion for the advancement of chiropractic medicine through continuous efforts in the education and training of both the chiropractic and athletic community on the essentials of chiropractic therapy and recovery.Video of MMA Pro Mike Easton as he lifts weight and talks about his recovery which was shortened by 50% of the estimated time after treatment by RecoveryDoc.

Dr. Rosa, the founder of RecoveryDoc, works with professional athletes— enabling them to train harder and recovery faster. He ensures athletes not only recover, but are able to perform better and train harder in preparation for the field.

RecoveryDoc’s Six Pillars of Recovery cover all aspects of recovery for injuries and training. The Six Pillars include; awareness of state, rest, play, nutrition, physical and psychological – ensuring professional athletes, recover faster and train harder.

The role of sports chiropractic care has greatly evolved over the past 20 years and Dr. Rosa plays an active role in the continual advancement.

Watch RecoveryDoc Athlete Mike Easton, Saturday, December 8th on Fox!

This is an event you don’t want to miss!

--> http://www.ufc.com/event/FOX5#/fight/Raphael-Assuncao-Mike-Easton

Stress Reactions is Tricky in Terms of Healing

After an Injury the Most Important Thing to Do is to Rest

The latest on John Wall and his injury.  Stress reactions can be tricky in terms of healing.  The most important part is rest and treatment and allow it to heal.  If the reaction isn't fully healed and the athlete is rushed back to playing, it could lead to a chronic injury.  The Wizards staff is handling it appropriately and looks to be he will be healthy and on time in terms of return to the court.

Rehabilitation is the Key to Getting Well After a Sports Injury

The Wizards’ enthusiasm for the upcoming season experienced a major setback on Friday when the team announced that point guard John Wall would miss about eight weeks after being diagnosed with the early stages of a non-traumatic stress injury in his knee. Surgery isn’t required, according to a statement released by the team, but Wall will have to begin rehabilitation immediately. 

After experiencing discomfort in his left knee, which Coach Randy Wittman initially thought was bursitis, Wall visited orthopedic specialist David Altchek in New York on Thursday and underwent an MRI that revealed the early stages of an injury that could eventually lead to a fractured patella. 

“My teammates and I are all excited to build on the improvement we made at the end of last season, and I know they will continue to make great progress while I get through this setback,” Wall said in a statement. “I will work extremely hard to make sure I get back as soon as possible so I can re-join them and help our team continue to improve.” 

Training camp is set to begin on Tuesday at George Mason but the Wizards will also be without Nene as he recovers from plantar fasciitis in his left foot for the start of two-a-day practices. Wall’s injury leaves the Wizards with A.J. Price and Shelvin Mack as the only other point guards on the roster. The Wizards will open the season on Oct. 30 in Cleveland, but Wall isn’t expected to return until close to December. 

“We’re all disappointed for John after how hard he worked this summer and how excited he was to begin training camp, but we feel fortunate that we caught the injury early and that he will be able to return with the vast majority of the season still in front of us,” team President Ernie Grunfeld said in a statement. “In the meantime, we’re confident that the versatility and depth of our team will help us move forward and continue the positive momentum that we’ve seen over the past several months.” 

Wall played all 66 games during the lockout-shortened campaign last season, but he missed 13 games as a rookie, dealing with problems in his left foot and a bone bruise under his right knee cap. He would miss about 14 games by sitting the first month of the regular season.

The doctor visit also kept Wall from attending a dinner in Washington on Thursday for the inaugural Nell and John Wooden Coach of the Year Leadership Award. John Calipari, Wall’s former coach at Kentucky, received the honor. Wall also had a community relations event at Simon Elementary in Southeast pushed back another day until Friday, when he led a program on being active with young kids. 

Wall did not participate in the activities, watching closely as kids chased each other around in flags and did jump jacks. When asked why he wasn’t running around with the kids in the field, Wall explained, “Because it’s slippery, because I don’t want to fall out here.” 

A few hours later, it was revealed that his concern was rooted in something more serious.
Wall has averaged 16.3 points, 8.2 assists and 4.6 rebounds since the Wizards selected him No. 1 overall in 2010. Before news of his injury was revealed on Friday, Wall discussed the work he put in this offseason, working with famed trainer Rob McClanaghan, and explained how he wants to make the playoffs this season. 

“I think the pieces we have is great, but I think for us to take that next step, it’s going to be keyed on me,” Wall said. “Your third year is a key year. It makes or breaks you, what you’re going to be in the this league. This is a big year for me.”

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Five are Dead From Receiving a Stick Meningitis

5 Dead Almost 50 Sick with Meningitis by Receiving a Bad Dosage of Epidural for Treatment of Lower Back Pain  

An unfortunate incident that still has to be played out.  This should serve as a reminder that though these medicines can be effective, they can be also dangerous.  Some of the best physicians will always say to try rehab, chiropractic and therapy first before exercising the option of drugs, injections and surgery.

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New Test For Autism in Babies

Interesting read regarding a new test for autism.  From an office that preaches nutrition, especially for pregnant mom's and babies, this is an interesting study that could help with early detection and possibly even prevention.

Washington, September 13 (ANI): Australian researchers have come out with a genetic test that can predict the risk of developing Autism Spectrum Disorder, ASD.

Lead researcher Professor Stan Skafidas, Director of the Centre for Neural Engineering at the University of Melbourne said the test could be used to assess the risk for developing the disorder.

"This test could assist in the early detection of the condition in babies and children and help in the early management of those who become diagnosed," he said.

"It would be particularly relevant for families who have a history of Autism or related conditions such as Asperger's Syndrome," he noted.

Autism affects around one in 150 births and is characterized by abnormal social interaction, impaired communication and repetitive behaviors.

The test correctly predicted ASD with more than 70 per cent accuracy in people of central European descent. Ongoing validation tests are continuing including the development of accurate testing for other ethnic groups.

Clinical neuropsychologist, Dr Renee Testa from the University of Melbourne and Monash University, said the test would allow clinicians to provide early interventions that may reduce behavioural and cognitive difficulties that children and adults with ASD experience.

"Early identification of risk means we can provide interventions to improve overall functioning for those affected, including families," she said.

A genetic cause has been long sought with many genes implicated in the condition, but no single gene has been adequate for determining risk.

Using US data from 3,346 individuals with ASD and 4,165 of their relatives from Autism Genetic Resource Exchange (AGRE) and Simons Foundation Autism Research Initiative (SFARI), the researchers identified 237 genetic markers (SNPs) in 146 genes and related cellular pathways that either contribute to or protect an individual from developing ASD.

Senior author Professor Christos Pantelis of the Melbourne Neuropsychiatry Centre at the University of Melbourne and Melbourne Health said the discovery of the combination of contributing and protective gene markers and their interaction had helped to develop a very promising predictive ASD test.

The test is based on measuring both genetic markers of risk and protection for ASD. The risk markers increase the score on the genetic test, while the protective markers decrease the score. The higher the overall score, the higher the individual risk.

"This has been a multidisciplinary team effort with expertise across fields providing new ways of investigating this complex condition," Professor Pantelis said.

The study was undertaken in collaboration with Professor Ian Everall, Cato Chair in Psychiatry and Dr Gursharan Chana from the University of Melbourne and Melbourne Health, and Dr Daniela Zantomio from Austin Health.

The next step is to further assess the accuracy of the test by monitoring children who are not yet diagnosed over an extended study. (ANI)

Multiple Factors of Low Back Pain

Interesting read regarding sex, age, race, and multiple factors in lower back pain. Chiropractic is specializes in lower back pain amongst many other health related issues.  Our office see's infants to elderly and everything in between for all muscle, joint, nerve related issues.  

Prognostic Factors for Recovery in Chronic Nonspecific Low Back Pain: A Systematic Review

1.     Karin Verkerk, 

2.     Pim A.J. Luijsterburg, 

3.     Harard S. Miedema,

4.     Annelies Pool-Goudzwaard and 

5.     Bart W. Koes

+Author Affiliations

1.     K. Verkerk, PT, MSc, Rotterdam University of Applied Sciences, Rotterdam, the Netherlands; Spine & Joint Centre, Rotterdam, the Netherlands; Department of General Practice, Erasmus MC, University Medical Center, Rotterdam, the Netherlands. Mailing address: Museumpark 40, 3015 CX Rotterdam, the Netherlands.

2.     P.A.J. Luijsterburg, PhD, Department of General Practice, Erasmus MC, University Medical Center.

3.     H.S. Miedema, MD, Rotterdam University of Applied Sciences.

4.     A. Pool-Goudzwaard, PhD, Department of Neuroscience, Erasmus MC, University Medical Center, Rotterdam.

5.     B.W. Koes, PhD, Department of General Practice, Erasmus MC, University Medical Center.

1.     Address all correspondence to Ms Verkerk at: k.verkerk@hr.nl.

Abstract

Background Few data are available on predictors for a favorable outcome in patients with chronic nonspecific low back pain (CNLBP).

Purpose The aim of this study was to assess prognostic factors for pain intensity, disability, return to work, quality of life, and global perceived effect in patients with CNLBP at short-term (≤6 months) and long-term (>6 months) follow-up.

Data Sources Relevant studies evaluating the prognosis of CNLBP were searched in PubMed, CINAHL, and EMBASE (through March 2010).

Study Selection Articles with all types of study designs were included. Inclusion criteria were: participants were patients with CNLBP (≥12 weeks' duration), participants were older than 18 years of age, and the study was related to prognostic factors for recovery. Fourteen studies met the inclusion criteria.

Data Extraction Two reviewers extracted the data and details of each study.

Data Synthesis A qualitative analysis using “level of evidence” was performed for all included studies. Data were summarized in tables and critically appraised.

Limitations The results of the studies reviewed were limited by their methodological weaknesses.

Conclusions At short-term follow-up, no association was found for the factors of age and sex with the outcomes of pain intensity and disability. At long-term follow-up, smoking had the same result. At long-term follow-up, pain intensity and fear of movement had no association with disability. At short-term follow-up, conflicting evidence was found for the association between the outcomes pain intensity and disability and the factor of fear of movement. At long-term follow-up, conflicting evidence was found for the factors of age, sex, and physical job demands. At long-term follow-up, conflicting evidence also was found for the association between return to work and age, sex, and activities of daily living. At baseline, there was limited evidence of a positive influence of lower pain intensity and physical job demands on return to work. No high-quality studies were found for the outcomes of quality of life and global perceived effect.

Chiropractic Help for Football Injuries

Football Season is here, and so are their injuries!  A great study to read regarding management of football injuries.  A sport that results in common musculoskeletal injuries managed efficiently by chiropractic

Spine and Axial Skeleton Injuries in the National Football League

from The American Journal of Sports Medicine current issue by Mall, N. A., Buchowski, J., Zebala, L., Wright, R. W., Matava, M. J.

Background:

The majority of previous literature focusing on spinal injuries in American football players is centered around catastrophic injuries; however, this may underestimate the true number of these injuries in this athletic cohort.

Purpose:

The goals of this study were to (1) report the incidence of spinal and axial skeleton injuries, both minor and severe, in the National Football League (NFL) over an 11-year period; (2) determine the incidence of spinal injury by injury type, anatomic location, player position, mechanism of injury, and type of exposure (practice vs game); and (3) determine the average number of practices and days missed because of injury for each injury type.

Study Design:

Descriptive epidemiological study.

Methods:

All documented injuries to the cervical, thoracic, and lumbar spine; pelvis; ribs; and spinal cord were retrospectively analyzed using the NFL’s injury surveillance database over a period of 11 seasons from 2000 through 2010. The data were analyzed by the number of injuries per athlete-exposure, the anatomic location and type of injury, player position, mechanism of injury, and number of days missed per injury.

Results:

A total of 2208 injuries occurred to the spine or axial skeleton over an 11-season interval in the NFL, with a mean loss of 25.7 days per injury. This represented 7% of the total injuries during this time period. Of these 2208 injuries, 987 (44.7%) occurred in the cervical spine. Time missed from play was greatest for thoracic disc herniations (189 days/injury). Other injuries that had a mean time missed greater than 30 days included (in descending order) cervical fracture (120 days/injury), cervical disc degeneration/herniation (85 days/injury), spinal cord injury (77 days/injury), lumbar disc degeneration/herniation (52 days/injury), thoracic fracture (34 days/injury), and thoracic nerve injury (30 days/injury). Offensive linemen were the most likely to suffer a spinal injury, followed by defensive backs, defensive linemen, and linebackers. Blocking and tackling were the 2 most frequent injury mechanisms reported.

Conclusion:

Spinal and axial skeleton injuries occur frequently in the NFL and can result in significant time missed from practices and games. Tackling and blocking result in the greatest number of injuries, and players performing these activities are the most likely to sustain a spinal injury. The results of this study may be used as an impetus to formulate strategies to prevent spinal injuries in American football players.

Joshua M. Brooks, D.C.

For more information and articles on chiropractic care, health tips and wellness please visit our website at www.rosachiropracticfairfax.com.

Dr. Joshua Brooks is a graduate of New York Chiropractic College, where he was an honors student throughout his career and the recipient of the Distinguished Service and Alumni Service awards.  He also holds a Bachelors of Science degree in Health and Exercise Science from Syracuse University with a concentration in Pre-Medicine and Nutrition.  While at Syracuse, Dr. Brooks was a non-scholarship athlete on the basketball team for three years, including the 2003 National Championship season.  He is currently a member of the American Chiropractic Association Sports Council and manages a First Aid/CPR/AED Training Center through the American Safety and Health Institute.  Dr. Brooks is experienced in treating a variety of neuromusculoskeletal conditions, with a particular interest in sports related injuries. 

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Background Patellar Taping

Background Patellar taping is a common treatment modality for physical therapists managing patellofemoral pain. However, the mechanisms of action remain unclear, with much debate as to whether its efficacy is due to a change in patellar alignment or an alteration in sensory input.

Article Regarding Additional Benefits of Patellar Taping

Great article regarding additional benefits of tape.  Worn currently by Olympic Athletes, we provide kinesiotaping here in our fairfax office for a variety of neuromusculoskeletal conditions.

Objective the purpose of this study was to investigate the sensory input hypothesis using functional magnetic resonance imaging when taping was applied to the knee joint during a proprioception task.

Design this was an observational study with patellar taping intervention.

Methods Eight male volunteers who were healthy and right-leg dominant participated in a motor block design study. Each participant performed 2 right knee extension repetitive movement tasks: one simple and one proprioceptive. These tasks were performed with and without patellar taping and were auditorally paced for 400 seconds at 72 beats/min (1.2 Hz).

Results from the Study of Patellar Taping

Results The proprioception task without patellar taping caused a positive blood oxygenation level–dependant (BOLD) response bilaterally in the medial supplementary motor area, the cingulate motor area, the basal ganglion, and the thalamus and medial primary sensory motor cortex. For the proprioception task with patellar taping, there was a decreased BOLD response in these regions. In the lateral primary sensory cortex, there was a negative BOLD response with less activity for the proprioception task with taping.

Limitations This study may have been limited by the small sample size, a possible learning effect due to a nonrandom order of tasks, and use of a single-joint knee extension task.

Conclusions This study demonstrated that patellar taping modulates brain activity in several areas of the brain during a proprioception knee movement task.

For more information and articles on chiropractic care, health tips and wellness please visit our website at www.rosachiropracticfairfax.com.

Dr. Joshua Brooks is a graduate of New York Chiropractic College, where he was an honors student throughout his career and the recipient of the Distinguished Service and Alumni Service awards.  He also holds a Bachelors of Science degree in Health and Exercise Science from Syracuse University with a concentration in Pre-Medicine and Nutrition.  While at Syracuse, Dr. Brooks was a non-scholarship athlete on the basketball team for three years, including the 2003 National Championship season.  He is currently a member of the American Chiropractic Association Sports Council and manages a First Aid/CPR/AED Training Center through the American Safety and Health Institute.  Dr. Brooks is experienced in treating a variety of neuromusculoskeletal conditions, with a particular interest in sports related injuries. 

Kinesio Taping at Rosa Chiropractic Fairfax Treats a Variety of Neuromusculoskeletal Conditions!

There are Many Benefits of Kinesio Taping 

Great article regarding additional benefits of tape.  Worn currently by Olympic Athletes, we provide kinesio taping here in our Fairfax office for a variety of neuromusculoskeletal conditions.

Study Shows Kinesio Taping Helps in Pain Managment

Background Patellar taping is a common treatment modality for physical therapists managing patellofemoral pain. However, the mechanisms of action remain unclear, with much debate as to whether its efficacy is due to a change in patellar alignment or an alteration in sensory input.

Objective The purpose of this study was to investigate the sensory input hypothesis using functional magnetic resonance imaging when taping was applied to the knee joint during a proprioception task.

Design This was an observational study with patellar taping intervention.

Methods Eight male volunteers who were healthy and right-leg dominant participated in a motor block design study. Each participant performed 2 right knee extension repetitive movement tasks: one simple and one proprioceptive. These tasks were performed with and without patellar taping and were auditorally paced for 400 seconds at 72 beats/min (1.2 Hz).

Results The proprioception task without patellar taping caused a positive blood oxygenation level–dependant (BOLD) response bilaterally in the medial supplementary motor area, the cingulate motor area, the basal ganglion, and the thalamus and medial primary sensory motor cortex. For the proprioception task with patellar taping, there was a decreased BOLD response in these regions. In the lateral primary sensory cortex, there was a negative BOLD response with less activity for the proprioception task with taping.

Limitations This study may have been limited by the small sample size, a possible learning effect due to a nonrandom order of tasks, and use of a single-joint knee extension task.

Conclusions This study demonstrated that patellar taping modulates brain activity in several areas of the brain during a proprioception knee movement task.

For more information and articles on health tips and wellness please visit our website at www.rosachiropracticfairfax.com.

Dr. Joshua Brooks is a graduate of New York Chiropractic College, where he was an honors student throughout his career and the recipient of the Distinguished Service and Alumni Service awards.  He also holds a Bachelors of Science degree in Health and Exercise Science from Syracuse University with a concentration in Pre-Medicine and Nutrition.  While at Syracuse, Dr. Brooks was a non-scholarship athlete on the basketball team for three years, including the 2003 National Championship season.  He is currently a member of the American Chiropractic Association Sports Council and manages a First Aid/CPR/AED Training Center through the American Safety and Health Institute.  Dr. Brooks is experienced in treating a variety of neuromusculoskeletal conditions, with a particular interest in sports related injuries.  

Chiropractic Care for World-Class Athletes!

In honor of the Opening Ceremonies for the 2012 London Olympic Games, check out this picture of the world's fastest man, Usain Bolt, getting chiropractic treatment. Chiropractic is an integral part of what makes these world-class athletes excel.

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No Slouching! New Video Games Designed for Increased Postural Stability, Core Strength and Balance

New Video Games Designed with Postural Health in Mind 

Interesting read regarding video games and exercise programs.  With today's video game technology, many of the balance boards can be used for increased postural stability, core strength, and balance.  The main thing is keeping the patient engaged and entertained.  We at Rosa Family Chiropractic in Fairfax do plenty of balance training for injury recovery as well as decreasing the risk of falls for the elderly.

Abstract: Pluchino A, Lee SY, Asfour S, Roos BA, Signorile JF. Pilot study comparing changes in postural control after training using a video game balance board program and 2 standard activity-based balance intervention programs. Objective: To compare the impacts of Tai Chi, a standard balance exercise program, and a video game balance board program on postural control and perceived falls risk. Design: Randomized controlled trial. 

Setting: Research laboratory. Participants: Independent seniors (N=40; 72.5±8.40) began the training, 27 completed. Interventions: Tai Chi, a standard balance exercise program, and a video game balance board program. Main Outcome Measures: The following were used as measures: Timed Up & Go, One-Leg Stance, functional reach, Tinetti Performance Oriented Mobility Assessment, force plate center of pressure (COP) and time to boundary, dynamic posturography (DP), Falls Risk for Older People–Community Setting, and Falls Efficacy Scale. 

Results: No significant differences were seen between groups for any outcome measures at baseline, nor were significant time or group × time differences for any field test or questionnaire. No group × time differences were seen for any COP measures; however, significant time differences were seen for total COP, 3 of 4 anterior/posterior displacement and both velocity, and 1 displacement and 1 velocity medial/lateral measure across time for the entire sample. For DP, significant improvements in the overall score (dynamic movement analysis score), and in 2 of the 3 linear and angular measures were seen for the sample. 

Conclusions: The video game balance board program, which can be performed at home, was as effective as Tai Chi and the standard balance exercise program in improving postural control and balance dictated by the force plate postural sway and DP measures. This finding may have implications for exercise adherence because the at-home nature of the intervention eliminates many obstacles to exercise training. 

For more information and articles on health tips and wellness, please visit our website www.rosachiropracticfairfax.com. 

 

Joshua M. Brooks, D.C.

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