Bucktown Chiropractic

04/21/2026

Treatment for Sacroiliac Joint Dysfunction.

For patients with sacroiliac joint dysfunction, a recent systematic review and meta-analysis found that muscle energy technique, mobilization, and therapeutic exercise were associated with reductions in pain and improvements in disability. Doctors of chiropractic routinely employ these and other conservative therapies in the management of sacroiliac joint dysfunction.

Journal of Bodywork and Movement Therapies, December 2025

04/21/2026

Hip pain is a VERY common problem among older adults that can affect their ability to remain independent. While it’s common to assume that hip osteoarthritis (HOA) is responsible for the prevalence of hip pain in the aging population, the Framingham Osteoarthritis Study (FOS) found this isn

04/20/2026

Moderate Social Media Use Linked to Better Teen Well-Being.

Assessments completed by more than 100,000 Australian youths found that excessive social media use (more than two hours a day) and total avoidance of social media are both associated with poorer wellbeing. Meanwhile, teens with moderate use (less than two hours a day), reported higher scores with respect to happiness, life satisfaction, and emotional regulation.

JAMA Pediatrics, January 2026

04/20/2026

Extra Virgin Olive Oil Linked to Brain Health.

Using data from the PREDIMED-Plus cohort study, researchers observed that a high intake of extra virgin olive oil—rich in polyphenols and other bioactive compounds—is associated with a greater abundance of gut bacteria linked to better cognitive function.

Microbiome, February 2026

04/20/2026

Migraine headaches can have a serious impact on one’s quality of life and their ability to carry out their daily activities, both at home and at work. While chiropractic care has been demonstrated to be effective for tension-type and cervicogenic headaches, what does the literature say abou

04/17/2026

Can Lifestyle Changes Reverse Poor Heart Health?

To improve heart health, experts recommend several key lifestyle habits: follow a heart-healthy diet (such as the Mediterranean, DASH, vegetarian, or pescatarian diet), exercise regularly, avoid smoking, get adequate sleep, and maintain healthy weight, cholesterol, blood sugar, and blood pressure levels. It’s estimated that positive lifestyle changes can lower the risk of heart disease by up to 40%.

University of Southern California, February 2026

04/17/2026

04/17/2026

Microplastics Detected in Prostate Tumor Tissue.

Examinations of prostate cancer tumors from ten patients revealed microplastic particles in all but one sample, with cancerous tissue containing approximately 2.5 times more plastic than adjacent benign tissue. The findings suggest that microplastic exposure may be a potential risk factor for prostate cancer through inflammation-related mechanisms, though further research is needed before firm conclusions can be drawn.

ASCO Genitourinary Cancers Symposium, February 2026

04/15/2026

Muscle Strength Matters for Senior Women Longevity.

University at Buffalo researcher report that among women aged 63 and older, higher muscle strength—as determined by grip strength and chair-stand performance—is linked to a lower risk of death in the following eight years after adjusting for aerobic activity, inflammation, and cardiovascular fitness. More specifically, each 7-kg (~15.42 lbs.) increase in grip strength was associated with a 12% lower death risk, while faster chair-stand times predicted a 4% reduction.

JAMA Network Open, February 2026

04/15/2026

As desktop computers, laptops, tablets, e-readers, and smartphones take greater importance in our lives, more and more people are consulting with healthcare providers for musculoskeletal conditions like neck pain. Why is this the case, and are there things that can be done to reduce one’s r

04/14/2026

Many Expectant Mothers Have Low Back Pain.

An analysis of data collected from 474 women during pregnancy revealed two-thirds experienced pregnancy-related low back pain with a third noting moderate-to-severe pain and disability. Further analysis revealed risk factors for pregnancy-related low back pain include excess gestational weight gain, a history of back pain, and repetitive or prolonged static work postures.

Pain Management Nursing, November 2025