Peninsula Chiropractic Clinic

02/11/2026

Short, Light Exercise Boosts Kids’ Focus and Mood.

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.

Scientific Reports, December 2025

02/10/2026

02/10/2026

Smartphone Addiction Linked to Chronic Spinal Pain in Young Adults.

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.

Portuguese Journal of Public Health, August 2025

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.

Royal Society Open Science, October 2025

02/08/2026

“A man doesn't plant a tree for himself. He plants it for posterity.”

~ Alexander Smith

02/07/2026

Dark Chocolate Compound Linked to Slower Biological Aging?

Researchers from King’s College London report that higher blood levels of theobromine—a natural compound found in cocoa—were associated with a younger biological age relative to chronological age. These findings suggest that regular consumption of theobromine-rich dark chocolate may be linked to lower oxidative stress and inflammation, improved mitochondrial and vascular function, and other cellular processes that help maintain more accurate cell division as aging progresses.

Aging, December 2025

02/06/2026

Sobering Stats on Hip Fractures.

Among 1,233 older adults followed for 20 years, 236 sustained a hip fracture, and 27% died within a year of their injury. The findings underscore the urgent need for strategies that both prevent falls and improve long-term outcomes after serious fractures.

Scandinavian Journal of Primary Health Care, November 2025

02/05/2026

1 in 8 Teens Show Signs of Hearing Loss.

Examinations of more than 3,300 Dutch teenagers revealed 13% exhibited signs of noise-related hearing damage, with roughly 6% experiencing permanent hearing loss by age 18. The research team attributes these issues to frequent exposure to loud recreational noise—from earbuds, concerts, and fireworks—as a key risk, emphasizing the need for early screening, prevention, and safer listening habits during adolescence.

Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery, October 2025

02/04/2026

Just 20 Minutes of Exercise Twice a Week May Prevent Dementia.

Using data from the Health and Retirement Study, researchers found that older adults with mild-cognitive impairment were less likely to progress to dementia over an eight-year time period if they exercised at moderate-intensity—like brisk walking, for example—for at least 20 minutes twice a week. The findings demonstrate the ability of regular physical activity to delay or possibly prevent dementia.

Journal of Physical Activity and Health, March 2026

02/03/2026

Nearly Half of Adults Have Musculoskeletal Pain.

Using data from the CONSTANCES study involving 193,436 adults aged 18 to 69 years, researchers report that at a given time point, 46.2% of participants experienced musculoskeletal pain in at least one body site—most commonly the low back, shoulder, neck, or knee.

Joint Bone Spine, September 2025

02/02/2026

Poor Cardiometabolic Health Influences Dementia Risk.

Using data from the China Kadoorie Biobank study, researchers found that individuals with a history of hypertension or diabetes were 21% and 36% more likely, respectively, to develop dementia over a twelve-year period. These findings suggest that preventive strategies targeting cardiometabolic disorders may also protect brain health.

The Lancet Regional Health – Western Pacific, November 2025