Benson Chiropractic

01/13/2026

Lifestyle Factors Linked to Low Back Pain.

While we normally think of poor posture or improper lifting technique as risk factors for low back pain, lifestyle choices can also set the stage for the condition. In a recent study, researchers found that smoking, alcohol consumption, high body mass index, and dyslipidemia are significantly associated with low back pain, while smoking and physical inactivity are linked to more severe pain and a greater likelihood of progressing to chronic low back pain.

PLoS One, July 2025

Benson Chiropractic
116 N Wisconsin Ave, Muscoda, WI 53573
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9am - 1pm & 3pm - 7pm

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01/12/2026

Sleep Troubles Linked to Cognitive Decline.

The Mayo Clinic reports that middle-aged and older adults with chronic insomnia—especially when combined with short sleep duration—experienced faster memory decline and a 40% higher risk of mild cognitive impairment or dementia in the following five years than participants without sleep troubles.

The Conversation, November 2025

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

01/11/2026

https://DrVictorBensonOnline.com/1709/coffee-may-benefit-colorectal-cancer-patients/

Coffee is one of the most consumed beverages around the globe, and many individuals can’t seem to start their day without a cup or two. Past research has identified several compounds present in coffee that can offer health benefits, and new research suggests that coffee intake can also help

01/11/2026

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

When it comes to whiplash associated disorders (WAD), the process of making an accurate diagnosis and treatment recommendation can vary from healthcare provider to healthcare provider depending on their educational background, ongoing training, and clinical experience. There is also a growing pil

01/11/2026

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

Obesity is defined as having a body mass index (kg/m²) of 30 or higher. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports that approximately 42.4% of adults in the United States are obese, up from 30.5% just two decades ago. The current scientific literature notes that obesity is associ

01/10/2026

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

A Baker’s cyst is a swelling located in the back of the knee that can be either asymptomatic or bothersome, especially when bending the knee. Researchers estimate that up to 94% of popliteal (back of the knee) cysts are associated with an intra-articular disorder, most commonly meniscus (&l

01/10/2026

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

Because the early symptoms of carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) can be mild and tolerable, many patients put off seeing a doctor until the pain, numbness, tingling, and weakness in their wrist and hand is no longer bearable.  The current research supports chiropractic care as an excellent non-sur

01/10/2026

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

The cauda equina (Latin for “horse’s tail”) is made up of many nerves that travel down and exit out the sides of the lumbar spine and sacrum (tail bone) and transfer information (motor and sensory) to and from our legs and brain. If the cauda equina becomes compressed, t

01/09/2026

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

There is plenty of research supporting chiropractic care as an excellent approach for managing whiplash associated disorders (WAD). While the in-office treatment aspect of care—spinal manipulation, mobilization, soft tissue therapy, massage, modalities, etc.—is important for restoring

01/09/2026

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

The early symptoms associated with carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) are often easy to overlook or ignore because they don’t interfere too much with one’s ability to carry out their daily activities. As such, many people don’t consider it worthwhile to take the time to make and atten

01/09/2026

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

Experts estimate that approximately 10% of the adult population in the United States experienced an episode of tinnitus—the perception of sound or noise without any external auditory stimulus being present—within the last year. Tinnitus can be caused by wax buildup in the ear, medicat

01/08/2026

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

Low back-related leg pain (LBRLP) is a common condition that drives patients into primary care clinics, including chiropractic offices, but these cases are often complex, and determining the underlying cause can be clinically challenging. Let’s take a look at the current treatment strategie