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Musculoskeletal Health

The Musculoskeletal Benefits of Turmeric

Recent surveys show that 80% of doctor visits have a musculoskeletal component, yet only 10% of medical education is devoted to this important topic.

Adrian den Boer, ND, DC, IFMCP |

Musculoskeletal Health
Musculoskeletal Health

The Misguided Approach to Polyphenolic Enhancement (and What to Do Instead)

When we think of polyphenols, we think of well-known phytonutrients such as curcumin, quercetin, rutin and resveratrol found in plant-based foods that provide the body with antioxidant protection against free radical damage and oxidative stress.

Claire Kacena, DC |

Musculoskeletal Health
Musculoskeletal Health

How Mitochondria Impact Musculoskeletal Health

Referred to as the powerhouse of the cell, mitochondria are tiny organelles with a large responsibility.

Claire Kacena, DC |

Musculoskeletal Health
Turmeric for Musculoskeletal Health
Musculoskeletal Health

How to Maximize Turmeric's Benefits for Musculoskeletal Health

Many practitioners are not aware that the whole turmeric root, rather than just curcumin, works in the gut microbiome to support the musculoskeletal system, including bone health, skeletal muscle mass and function, and joint health.

Claire Kacena, DC |

Musculoskeletal Health
Fibromyalgia & thyroid dysfunction
Musculoskeletal Health

Fibromyalgia: Connecting the Dots Between the Thyroid, Pain and Fatigue

The causes of fibromyalgia are complex, involving chronic inflammation and thyroid, HPTA-axis, and mitochondrial dysfunction. Treating fibromyalgia often requires comprehensive lifestyle and supplement support.

Adrian den Boer, ND, DC, IFMCP |

Musculoskeletal Health
Fibromyalgia Case Study
Musculoskeletal Health

Case Study: Fibromyalgia

Learn about fibromyalgia and how to treat it, including key nutraceuticals and the importance of a multidisciplinary team, in this patient case study.

Adrian den Boer, ND, DC, IFMCP |

Musculoskeletal Health
Musculoskeletal Health

The Immune System, Inflammation and Musculoskeletal Health

Let's broaden our focus on musculoskeletal pain and function to include how immune health and inflammation are influenced by the musculoskeletal system.

Adrian den Boer, ND, DC, IFMCP |

Musculoskeletal Health
A Double-Edged Sword: How Diabetes Treatments May Worsen Neuropathy
Musculoskeletal Health

A Double-Edged Sword: How Diabetes Treatments May Worsen Neuropathy

Learn about drug-induced nutrient depletion associated with diabetes and blood pressure drugs that worsen neuropathy—plus nerve health support protocols.

Jeff Robins, RPh, FAARFM, ABAAHP |

Musculoskeletal Health
Joint Health & Inflammation
Musculoskeletal Health

Turmeric: The Golden First-Line Therapy for Joint Health

Studies show the bioactives in the natural turmeric matrix provide diverse benefits for osteoarthritis and joint health beyond those offered by traditional therapies, like intraarticular injections or oral medications.

Adrian den Boer, ND, DC, IFMCP |

Musculoskeletal Health
Musculoskeletal Health

Collagen: Beyond Beauty

Supplemental collagen is for more than just healthy hair, skin and nails. Learn about the science behind collagen's multifaceted functions for musculoskeletal, gastrointestinal, immune, cardiovascular, EENT and oral health.

Claire Kacena, DC |

Musculoskeletal Health
Patient Pain Education: Critical Keys to Success
Musculoskeletal Health

Time It Right: When You Should Educate Acute Pain Patients

Providing patient education is imperative. For patients experiencing pain, this must be carefully and intentionally delivered and timed to accommodate that individual's capacity, depending on where they are in their journey.

Adrian den Boer, ND, DC, IFMCP |

Musculoskeletal Health
Top Nutrient Protocols for Acute Injury Recovery
Musculoskeletal Health

Top Nutrient Protocols for Acute Injury Recovery

In this article, we cover three broad recommendations for acute pain and inflammation as well as those for tissue and collagen repair.

Adrian den Boer, ND, DC, IFMCP |

Musculoskeletal Health
Musculoskeletal Health

Microtrauma: The Little Things Matter

It was a typical Monday morning. I walked into one of our treatment rooms and encountered a fit, 53-year-old female patient in severe pain. She had severe right cervical pain that radiated into her right arm and hand. Her debilitating pain drastically...

Adrian den Boer, ND, DC, IFMCP |

Musculoskeletal Health
Musculoskeletal Health

Collagen for Skin Health: Is It Healthy or Hype?

There's no doubt that your patients have either asked you about collagen or have started taking it on their own. As their health expert, it can be challenging to keep up with the latest trends and separate marketing hype from the actual efficacy of a product. Many clinicians want to know if there is science that supports collagen for skin health. In this post, we'll start with the basics of collagen and then get below the surface of research to give you the most up-to-date information on this popular supplement.

Frank Bodnar, DC, MS |

Musculoskeletal Health
Musculoskeletal Health

Strontium: Still a Viable Therapy for Bone Health

Strontium (Sr) is an alkali earth metal, with characteristics very similar to that of calcium; though having an atomic weight nearly double that of calcium. First discovered in the 18th century, this trace element is found in ground water, ocean water and in various foods such as leafy green vegetables and some seafood. The ability for Sr to naturally accumulate in the bones of animals after being fed small doses was first published in 1870. However, it wasn't until the 1950s that human studies were first published.

Thomas G. Guilliams, PhD |

Musculoskeletal Health
Musculoskeletal Health

3 Remarkable Benefits of Hyaluronic Acid

Many people have heard of hyaluronic acid in beauty products, but few are familiar with this ingredient as a dietary supplement. We'll explore a few evidence-based benefits of hyaluronic acid (HA) as a supplement with some of the best uses based on the latest science.

Frank Bodnar, DC, MS |

Musculoskeletal Health
Musculoskeletal Health

Case Study: Peripheral Neuropathy

In this case, a two-phase plan was developed that would first address the most immediate causes of the patient’s pain via neuropathic damage and secondly, address the oxidative stress and inflammation.

Adrian den Boer, ND, DC, IFMCP |

Musculoskeletal Health
Musculoskeletal Health

3 Patient Cases that Always Benefit from Nutritional Protocols

Your day begins as soon as you set foot in your office. Ten patient messages await your attention; an insurance denial on a patient's MRI beckons from your desk; one of your staff, who manages patient services and scheduling...

Adrian den Boer, ND, DC, IFMCP |

Musculoskeletal Health
Musculoskeletal Health

Pain, Addiction and the Opioid Crisis: A Fresh Perspective for a Growing Epidemic

From the pages of medical journals to the worried minds of family members watching loved ones suffer, the opioid crisis continues to permeate our society. Whether in chiropractic, allopathic or physical therapy offices, clinicians must focus on bringing awareness and solutions to patients concerned about physical pain and the very-real risk of addiction.

Adrian den Boer, ND, DC, IFMCP |

Musculoskeletal Health
Musculoskeletal Health

Lifestyle Medicine's Approach to Tackling the Chronic Pain Problem

According the CDC, NIH, and Institute of Medicine, more than 30% of Americans are living with some form of chronic or severe pain. To put this in perspective, 116 million Americans live in pain, compared to the 30.3 million who suffer from diabetes, 25.4 million who suffer from cancer...

Adrian den Boer, ND, DC, IFMCP |

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