U.S. health regulators said that patients taking prescription ulcer drugs at high doses or for longer periods may have increased risk of fractures of the hip, wrist and spine.
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) said it was revising the prescription and over-the-counter labels for the drugs to include new safety information about the possible increased risk of fractures.
The increased fractures are due to the decreased acid in the stomach which inhibits assimilation and absorption of certain minerals, especially calcium and iron. That's why 'Tums with Calcium' is quite ironic. The antacid neutralizes hydrochloric acid, which in turn inhibits calcium absorption. Quite the marketing ploy.
Thursday, March 24, 2011
Monday, February 28, 2011
Florida Chiropractic Foundation Fundraiser
The Florida Chiropractic Foundation funds several scholarships per year for chiropractic students at the two chiropractic schools in the State of Florida. The Foundation also contributes money for research in the fields of chiropractic and biomechanics at the University of South Florida. To increase fund-raising, the Foundation has established a raffle with a grand prize of a 2011 Cadillac SRX. Tickets are $100 per raffle ticket, and there are early bird drawing with the winner taking home $1,000.00 per ticket. Contact our office at 734-9995 if you are interested in a raffle ticket(s), or go to www.floridachiropracticfoundation.org/
Wednesday, December 29, 2010
Chiropractic Society Partners With USA Cares To Raise Money For Post 9/11 Military And Their Families
The Flagler Volusia Chiropractic Society is pleased to announce its new partnership with USA Cares, which delivers crucial financial assistance to combat veterans who suffer from post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and traumatic brain injury (TBI). By removing the financial barriers to medical treatment, USA Cares helps the "invisibly" wounded gain access to treatment, ensuring that the financial burden does not fall on their spouses or their children.
Dr. Jeremy Gordon, director of the Flagler Volusia Chiropractic Society (FVCS) and board member of the Florida Chiropractic Association, knows how difficult TBI can be. "TBI and PTSD are some of the loneliest conditions that effect our post 9/11 veterans," says Dr. Gordon. "The outside world doesn't see any evidence of damage, but inside, it can be extremely debilitating. We hope to help these individuals, and their families, however we can."
Dr. Gordon announced his intention to "give back" to USA Cares' military and their families by organizing an area-wide fundraiser, involving over 20 chiropractic offices throughout Volusia and Flagler counties, and several key sponsors including: Crystal Springs Water and Florida Health Care News. "If this goes well, I hope to have a state-wide fundraiser for USA Cares in 2011, involving many of the 4,600 members of the Florida Chiropractic Association". The idea is simple, patients can round up their bill to the next dollar or bring in excess change, and donate to USA Cares. Each office has the capability to accept donations, either in person or on line.
Bill Nelson, the Executive Director of USA Cares said: "It humbles me that so many people care so much about our Military and their Families. There is a saying in the Military that 'all gave some, and some gave all'. Dr. Gordon is providing a means for everyone to get behind our Military and show their support".
USA Cares programs include Housing Assistance, which helps stop foreclosures and evictions - Basic Needs, which focuses on quality of life areas including food, utilities and car repair - and Warrior Treatment Today, which provides access to treatment for the "unseen" wounds of PTSD and TBI. Their newest program area, Jobs for Vets, connects veterans to employment opportunities and clears the financial roadblocks that can stand in the way of job success.
Dr. Jeremy Gordon, director of the Flagler Volusia Chiropractic Society (FVCS) and board member of the Florida Chiropractic Association, knows how difficult TBI can be. "TBI and PTSD are some of the loneliest conditions that effect our post 9/11 veterans," says Dr. Gordon. "The outside world doesn't see any evidence of damage, but inside, it can be extremely debilitating. We hope to help these individuals, and their families, however we can."
Dr. Gordon announced his intention to "give back" to USA Cares' military and their families by organizing an area-wide fundraiser, involving over 20 chiropractic offices throughout Volusia and Flagler counties, and several key sponsors including: Crystal Springs Water and Florida Health Care News. "If this goes well, I hope to have a state-wide fundraiser for USA Cares in 2011, involving many of the 4,600 members of the Florida Chiropractic Association". The idea is simple, patients can round up their bill to the next dollar or bring in excess change, and donate to USA Cares. Each office has the capability to accept donations, either in person or on line.
Bill Nelson, the Executive Director of USA Cares said: "It humbles me that so many people care so much about our Military and their Families. There is a saying in the Military that 'all gave some, and some gave all'. Dr. Gordon is providing a means for everyone to get behind our Military and show their support".
USA Cares programs include Housing Assistance, which helps stop foreclosures and evictions - Basic Needs, which focuses on quality of life areas including food, utilities and car repair - and Warrior Treatment Today, which provides access to treatment for the "unseen" wounds of PTSD and TBI. Their newest program area, Jobs for Vets, connects veterans to employment opportunities and clears the financial roadblocks that can stand in the way of job success.
Local Chiropractors Join Effort To Help Veterans
The Flagler Volusia Chiropractic Society has joined a new partnership with USA Cares, which delivers crucial financial assistance to combat veterans who suffer from post-traumatic stress disorder and traumatic brain injury. By removing the financial barriers to medical treatment, USA Cares helps the "invisibly" wounded gain access to treatment, ensuring that the financial burden does not fall on their spouses or their children.
Dr. Jeremy Gordon, director of the Flagler Volusia Chiropractic Society and board member of the Florida Chiropractic Association, announced his intention to "give back" to USA Cares military and their families by organizing an area-wide fundraiser, involving more than 20 chiropractic offices throughout Volusia and Flagler counties, and several key sponsors including Crystal Springs Water and Florida Health Care News.
"If this goes well, I hope to have a state-wide fundraiser for USA Cares in 2011, involving many of the 4,600 members of the Florida Chiropractic Association," he said.
The idea is simple, patients can round up their bill to the next dollar or bring in excess change, and donate to USA Cares. Each office has the capability to accept donations, either in person or online.
USA Cares programs include housing assistance, which helps stop foreclosures and evictions ; basic needs, which focuses on quality of life areas including food, utilities and car repair; and Warrior Treatment Today, which provides access to treatment for the "unseen" wounds of PTSD and TBI. Their newest program area, Jobs for Vets, connects veterans to employment opportunities and clears the financial roadblocks that can stand in the way of job success.
The Flagler Volusia Chiropractic Society is composed of chiropractic physicians throughout Flagler and Volusia counties in central Florida. The FVCS coordinates charity fundraisers for the local community and provides education to the public about the chiropractic profession. The Flagler Volusia Chiropractic Society is affiliated with the Florida Chiropractic Association, which has more than 4,600 members and represents more than 80 percent of the chiropractic profession in the State of Florida. For more information about FVCS, contact Dr. Jeremy Gordon at jgordodc@yahoo.com or call 386-734-9995.
In Florida, Military families anywhere in America can apply for assistance through the USA Cares website, USAcares.org or by calling 800-773-0387.
Dr. Jeremy Gordon, director of the Flagler Volusia Chiropractic Society and board member of the Florida Chiropractic Association, announced his intention to "give back" to USA Cares military and their families by organizing an area-wide fundraiser, involving more than 20 chiropractic offices throughout Volusia and Flagler counties, and several key sponsors including Crystal Springs Water and Florida Health Care News.
"If this goes well, I hope to have a state-wide fundraiser for USA Cares in 2011, involving many of the 4,600 members of the Florida Chiropractic Association," he said.
The idea is simple, patients can round up their bill to the next dollar or bring in excess change, and donate to USA Cares. Each office has the capability to accept donations, either in person or online.
USA Cares programs include housing assistance, which helps stop foreclosures and evictions ; basic needs, which focuses on quality of life areas including food, utilities and car repair; and Warrior Treatment Today, which provides access to treatment for the "unseen" wounds of PTSD and TBI. Their newest program area, Jobs for Vets, connects veterans to employment opportunities and clears the financial roadblocks that can stand in the way of job success.
The Flagler Volusia Chiropractic Society is composed of chiropractic physicians throughout Flagler and Volusia counties in central Florida. The FVCS coordinates charity fundraisers for the local community and provides education to the public about the chiropractic profession. The Flagler Volusia Chiropractic Society is affiliated with the Florida Chiropractic Association, which has more than 4,600 members and represents more than 80 percent of the chiropractic profession in the State of Florida. For more information about FVCS, contact Dr. Jeremy Gordon at jgordodc@yahoo.com or call 386-734-9995.
In Florida, Military families anywhere in America can apply for assistance through the USA Cares website, USAcares.org or by calling 800-773-0387.
Thursday, November 11, 2010
Veteran's Day Fundraiser
On this Veteran's Day, please join our Flagler Volusia Chiropractic Society in raising money for those military personnel and their families in need. I have organized a fundraiser in conjunction with USA Cares (www.USAcares.org) and Crystal Springs water to raise money for our local veterans and their families throughout this holiday season. Collection 'jugs' will be placed at approximately 30 chiropractic offices throughout Flagler and Volusia counties, and we are encouraging patients, friends, and neighbors to stop buy and contribute change, dollars, or whatever they can afford, to this worthy cause. Collection centers are already in place at my office (905 N. Stone Street - DeLand), and at Dr. Jim Antos' office on Health Blvd. in Daytona Beach. Please stop by and contribute what you can, and pass this message along to your friends and familiy members. For all that our veterans and their families have sacrificed for this country, it's the least that we can do.
Friday, September 10, 2010
Fish Oil Preventing Breast Cancer?
Fish oil and a variety of dietary supplements used to ameliorate the symptoms of menopause were evaluated in a recent study to determine their possible association with breast cancer risk. In the study, researchers investigated the relationship between the consumption of fish oil, and menopausal supplements (black cohosh, dong quai, soy, and St. John's Wort), and the risk of developing breast cancer. The subjects were followed for up to 7 years to evaluate the incidence of breast cancer.
The results showed that the subjects' current use of fish oil was associated with a 32% reduction in the risk of developing ductal breast cancer, particularly those taking it for over 10 years. The use of the menopausal supplements did not affect breast cancer risk.
The results showed that the subjects' current use of fish oil was associated with a 32% reduction in the risk of developing ductal breast cancer, particularly those taking it for over 10 years. The use of the menopausal supplements did not affect breast cancer risk.
Friday, July 30, 2010
What is Carpal Tunnel Syndrome?
Carpal tunnel syndrome or, CTS, is a condition where a nerve (called the median nerve) is compressed in a relatively tight or restricted space (called the carpal tunnel), resulting in altered nerve function that includes numbness and weakness. In order to fully understand what CTS is, let’s devote this Health Update to better understanding the anatomy of the carpal tunnel.
The carpal tunnel is made up from 8 bones (2 rows of 4 carpal bones that are stacked on top of each other) that are arranged in the shape of a horse shoe. The “roof” of the tunnel is a ligament (transverse carpal ligament) that stretches tightly across the two ends of the horseshoe completing the formation of a tunnel – actually, an upside down tunnel when looking at the palm side of the wrist). The contents of the tunnel include 9 tendons and their covering (sheath), blood vessels and on top of all that just under the roof is the median nerve – the culprit that creates most of the symptoms of CTS. The cause of CTS is simply anything that causes the contents inside the tunnel to swell or become inflamed, which then compresses the median nerve up into the roof or ligament, pinching the nerve. This can create pain, numbness, tingling, the falling asleep sensation and weakness. It’s important to point out that the median nerve starts out from the neck, passes through the shoulder, past the elbow, through the wrist’s carpal tunnel and ends in the hand – specifically fingers 1, 2, 3, and part of the 4th finger. Therefore, the ENTIRE nerve must be looked at for all CTS cases as pinching can occur anywhere along its course from the neck to the hand.
The carpal tunnel is made up from 8 bones (2 rows of 4 carpal bones that are stacked on top of each other) that are arranged in the shape of a horse shoe. The “roof” of the tunnel is a ligament (transverse carpal ligament) that stretches tightly across the two ends of the horseshoe completing the formation of a tunnel – actually, an upside down tunnel when looking at the palm side of the wrist). The contents of the tunnel include 9 tendons and their covering (sheath), blood vessels and on top of all that just under the roof is the median nerve – the culprit that creates most of the symptoms of CTS. The cause of CTS is simply anything that causes the contents inside the tunnel to swell or become inflamed, which then compresses the median nerve up into the roof or ligament, pinching the nerve. This can create pain, numbness, tingling, the falling asleep sensation and weakness. It’s important to point out that the median nerve starts out from the neck, passes through the shoulder, past the elbow, through the wrist’s carpal tunnel and ends in the hand – specifically fingers 1, 2, 3, and part of the 4th finger. Therefore, the ENTIRE nerve must be looked at for all CTS cases as pinching can occur anywhere along its course from the neck to the hand.
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