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  Calcium Supplementation and Risk of Dementia in Women

  This week from Dr. Cerami and Utah Sports and Wellness From: Neurology, October 2016 Quick Summary: This study included 700 Swedish women aged 70-92 years old with a 5-year follow up to determine whether calcium supplementation is associated with the development of dementia. Dementia and osteoporosis are leading causes of disability in the elderly. Because calcium […]

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  Spinal X-Ray Imaging: Risks vs Benefits

  This week from Dr. Cerami and Utah Sports and Wellness From:Dose-Response: An International Journal, June 2018 Quick Summary: Chiropractic therapy realignment of the structure of the spine can address a wide range of pain, muscle weakness and functional impairments. To improve diagnosis and reduce the use of inappropriate treatment, spinal X-rays are essential. While there […]

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  Cervical Spondylosis & Hypertension

  This week from Dr. Cerami and Utah Sports and Wellness From: Medicine, March 2015 Quick Summary: This current study, “clearly indicates that hypertension can be associated with cervical spondylosis, as a secondary condition.” These authors report 2 patients with cervical spondylosis with concomitant cervical vertigo and hypertension who were treated successfully with anterior cervical discectomy and […]

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  Identifying Poor Posture and Setting It Straight

  “Sit up straight! Stop slouching!”  How many times did we hear that while we were young? The trouble with poor posture is that it is not just a reflection on one’s manners or looking one’s best. While standing tall and sitting up straight can imbue a sense of confidence in ourselves that is visible to […]

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  Understanding the Relationship Between Sleep and Cardiovascular Disease

  When the major risk factors for cardiovascular disease are listed, sleep deprivation is not usually among them. However, a growing body of research suggests a link between sleep duration and cardiovascular disease. While this pairing seems unlikely, it adds urgency to having timely and restful sleep to minimize the risk of danger to the heart. […]

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  The Dos and Don’ts of Proper Posture

  Proper Posture Having proper posture throughout your day is essential not only for your health today but also for your future. Unfortunately, many people have developed poor posture habits over the years. At Utah Sports and Wellness in Millcreek, we can help correct bad posture and get you feeling great again! However, correcting even small […]

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