Bucktown Chiropractic

02/23/2026

Is Internet Addiction Linked to Psychological Distress?

Assessments completed by 7,278 university students revealed that 38.6% exhibited signs of Internet addiction, which was associated with higher levels of psychological distress, including symptoms of depression, anxiety, and loneliness. These findings suggest that strategies aimed at reducing time spent online could benefit college students, particularly those under treatment for psychological disorders.

BMJ Open, January 2026

02/23/2026

When it comes to managing a low back condition, the goal of chiropractic treatment is for the patient return to their normal daily activities as soon as possible. This not only means addressing low back pain but also low back disability, including impaired postural control and reduced spinal stab

02/22/2026

Nuts Protect Cardiovascular Health.

A systematic review and meta-analysis that included 63 studies found that for every 28-gram increase in weekly nut intake, an individual’s risk of coronary heart disease and stroke falls by 4% and 1%, respectively.

Archives of Cardiovascular Diseases, September 2025

02/20/2026

02/20/2026

Regular Bedtime Can Improve Blood Pressure.

Oregon Health & Science University researchers report that middle-aged adults with hypertension who shifted from irregular bedtimes to a consistent bedtime for just two weeks experienced similar drops in blood pressure—about 4 mmHg systolic and 3 mmHg diastolic—as would be expected by increased exercise or reduced sodium intake.

Sleep Advances, November 2025

02/19/2026

When it comes to a condition like chronic knee pain, there are many treatment options available to reduce pain and improve function, including chiropractic care. However, there are cases when a patient may opt for total knee arthroplasty (TKA). In some instances, they may be able to resume their

02/19/2026

Gestational Diabetes Rate Up 36% from 2016.

Gestational diabetes is a form of diabetes that develops during pregnancy and can have long-term effects on a woman’s cardiovascular and metabolic health. From 2016 to 2024, its incidence increased each year, rising from 58 to 79 cases per 1,000 births. Researchers suggest this upward trend may reflect worsening cardiometabolic health among young adults, including poorer dietary patterns, lower physical activity levels, and rising obesity rates.

JAMA Internal Medicine, December 2025

02/19/2026

How to Fight Middle-Age Spread.

Middle age is often accompanied by gradual weight gain resulting from slowing metabolism, loss of muscle mass, and increased fat accumulation around internal organs that can raise the risk of heart disease, diabetes, and neurodegenerative conditions. To combat middle-aged spread, engage in a healthy lifestyle characterized by regular aerobic exercise, strength training, reduced sedentary time, a healthy diet, stress management, hydration, and sufficient sleep.

HealthDay, December 2025

02/19/2026

Effective Treatment for Chronic Low Back Pain.

A recent study found that myofascial release combined with stabilization exercises is an effective combination to improve pain, balance, muscle function, flexibility, muscle tone, disability, and autonomic regulation in chronic low back pain patients. Doctors of chiropractic often use these and other conservative treatments in the management of chronic low back pain.

Medical Science Monitor, September 2025

02/18/2026

When symptoms such as pain, tingling, numbness, and weakness affect the hand, the first condition that comes to mind for most people is carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS). While CTS is the most common nerve entrapment affecting the upper extremity, it is far from the only possible cause of these sympto

02/17/2026

One-in-five adults over the age of 70 suffer from neck pain, which can dramatically affect their overall quality of life. So how effective is chiropractic care for a senior’s neck pain? A 2019 study published in the journal Chiropractic & Manual Therapies surveyed 288 Australian chi

02/17/2026

Less Social Media, Better Mental Health.

Among a group of 295 college aged young adults, researchers found that reducing social media use from two hours a day to less than 30 minutes reduced anxiety by 16%, depression by 25%, and insomnia by 15%.

JAMA Network Open, November 2025