Benson Chiropractic

02/19/2026

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.

Benson Chiropractic
116 N Wisconsin Ave, Muscoda, WI 53573
Open Mon-Weds and Friday.
9am - 1pm & 3pm - 7pm

To Make an Appointment, Call 608-739-9000

www.bensonchiropracticinmuscoda.com

02/18/2026

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.

Benson Chiropractic
116 N Wisconsin Ave, Muscoda, WI 53573
Open Mon-Weds and Friday.
9am - 1pm & 3pm - 7pm

To Make an Appointment, Call 608-739-9000

www.bensonchiropracticinmuscoda.com

02/17/2026

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.

Benson Chiropractic
116 N Wisconsin Ave, Muscoda, WI 53573
Open Mon-Weds and Friday.
9am - 1pm & 3pm - 7pm

To Make an Appointment, Call 608-739-9000

www.bensonchiropracticinmuscoda.com

02/16/2026

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%.

Benson Chiropractic
116 N Wisconsin Ave, Muscoda, WI 53573
Open Mon-Weds and Friday.
9am - 1pm & 3pm - 7pm

To Make an Appointment, Call 608-739-9000

www.bensonchiropracticinmuscoda.com

02/15/2026

Benson Chiropractic
116 N Wisconsin Ave, Muscoda, WI 53573
Open Mon-Weds and Friday.
9am - 1pm & 3pm - 7pm

To Make an Appointment, Call 608-739-9000

www.bensonchiropracticinmuscoda.com

02/14/2026

02/13/2026

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.

Benson Chiropractic
116 N Wisconsin Ave, Muscoda, WI 53573
Open Mon-Weds and Friday.
9am - 1pm & 3pm - 7pm

To Make an Appointment, Call 608-739-9000

www.bensonchiropracticinmuscoda.com

02/13/2026

A study of infants from Old Order Mennonite farming families found that children raised in agricultural environments had higher levels of IgG and IgA antibodies, more advanced B-cell development, and a lower risk of food allergies than peers raised in urban settings. The findings suggest that greater microbial exposure early in life may positively influence immune development and reduce allergy risk.

Benson Chiropractic
116 N Wisconsin Ave, Muscoda, WI 53573
Open Mon-Weds and Friday.
9am - 1pm & 3pm - 7pm

To Make an Appointment, Call 608-739-9000

www.bensonchiropracticinmuscoda.com

02/11/2026

Waseda University researchers report that a quick bout of light-intensity exercise of just 3.5 minutes can improve executive function and elevate mood in children aged 10–14 years.

Benson Chiropractic
116 N Wisconsin Ave, Muscoda, WI 53573
Open Mon-Weds and Friday.
9am - 1pm & 3pm - 7pm

To Make an Appointment, Call 608-739-9000

www.bensonchiropracticinmuscoda.com

02/10/2026

Smartphone addiction is a behavioral dependence characterized by excessive, compulsive smartphone use that interferes with daily functioning, relationships, sleep, and mental well-being despite negative consequences. Questionnaires completed by 465 university students revealed that 31% met the criteria for smartphone addiction, which is associated with a two-fold elevated risk of chronic neck, mid-back, or low back pain.

Benson Chiropractic
116 N Wisconsin Ave, Muscoda, WI 53573
Open Mon-Weds and Friday.
9am - 1pm & 3pm - 7pm

To Make an Appointment, Call 608-739-9000

www.bensonchiropracticinmuscoda.com

02/09/2026

Learning Music Boosts Brain Function in Seniors.

Researchers from University of Sheffield and Western Sydney University report that older adults who learned to play music using either a physical instrument or digital app experienced gains in cognitive and motor function, even if they had no prior musical training. Further, those who used their newly gained skills during improvisation sessions demonstrated even greater improvements in learning, memory, and executive function.

Benson Chiropractic
116 N Wisconsin Ave, Muscoda, WI 53573
Open Mon-Weds and Friday.
9am - 1pm & 3pm - 7pm

To Make an Appointment, Call 608-739-9000

www.bensonchiropracticinmuscoda.com