Office Closed Monday, Safe Snow Shoveling

Winter is coming today & Monday, and it's bringing real snow (not Jon Snow)! Very heavy snow is predicted for Monday, so we are cancelling hours for Monday, February 1st and will have hours all day Tuesday, 10 am -1 pm, 3-6 pm. Feel free to call and schedule.

In the meantime, to protect your back here is a quick video on good snow shoveling technique:

https://fb.watch/3mImYnI0YK/

ANJC Snow Shoveling

Be safe. Be well.

Sincerely,

Dr. David Graber

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Material on this blog is provided for informational purposes only. It is general information that may not apply to you as an individual, and is not a substitute for your own doctor’s medical care or advice.



Reading this blog should not  be construed to mean that you and I have a patient-physician relationship. 

The inclusion of any link does not imply my endorsement of the linked site or its affiliates, 

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Chronic Back Pain!

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One in 4 Americans suffers from back pain at any given time. For many, it's an everyday companion. In addition to causing suffering and physical disability, researchers have found that chronic back pain also produces detrimental changes in the brain.

People with chronic low back pain (cLBP), over 12 weeks,  show a greater brain age over their chronological age. They also show thinning of the brain or cortical area. What effects this has on their lives is still being studied. 

These brain changes are mostly reversible with proper treatment! The combination of chiropractic adjustments and exercise has been shown to effectively lessen and manage chronic back pain. This reduces pain, increases function, and helps your nervous system heal.

Clark, B.C., Goss, D.A., Walkowski, S. et al. Neurophysiologic effects of spinal manipulation in patients with chronic low back pain. BMC Musculoskelet Disord 12, 170 (2011). https://doi.org/10.1186/1471-2474-12-170

Seminowicz DA, et al.  Effective treatment of chronic low back pain in humans reverses abnormal brain anatomy and function. J Neurosci. 2011 May 18;31(20):7540-50. doi: 10.1523/JNEUROSCI.5280-10.2011. PMID: 21593339; PMCID: PMC6622603.

Tan, W., et al. (2020). Spinal Manipulative Therapy Alters Brain Activity in Patients With Chronic Low Back Pain: A Longitudinal Brain fMRI Study. Frontiers in integrative neuroscience, 14, 534595. https://doi.org/10.3389/fnint.2020.534595

Yu Gary, etal. Accelerated brain aging in chronic low back pain. Brain Research,2021,147263,ISSN 0006-8993. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.brainres.2020.147263

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Material on this blog is provided for informational purposes only. It is general information that may not apply to you as an individual, and is not a substitute for your own doctor’s medical care or advice.



Reading this blog should not  be construed to mean that you and I have a patient-physician relationship. 

The inclusion of any link does not imply my endorsement of the linked site or its affiliates, 

NEVER DISREGARD MEDICAL ADVICE OR DELAY SEEKING MEDICAL CARE BECAUSE OF SOMETHING YOU HAVE READ ON OR ACCESSED THROUGH THIS WEB SITE.

New Study Shows Antidepressants For Back Pain Don't Work

Antidepressants are widely used for the treatment of back pain, sciatica, and hip and knee osteoarthritis. A study out this week in the prestigious British Medical Journal showed that this isn’t a good idea.

Antidepressants are the 4^th largest prescription medicine in the United States. Common brands include Pristiq, Cymbalta, Fetzima, Effexor, Elavil, Pamelor, Zoloft, Welbutrin, and Prozac. Used primarily for mood and sleep disorders, they are often prescribed for relief of back pain symptoms. About 1 in 4 Americans suffer from low back pain in any 3 month period, making it the most common type of pain.

The investigators looked at 33 studies of over 5000 patients to see how well antidepressants lowered pain levels and disability for several conditions after 3 months of use. They found that there was no benefit for back pain. There may be a slight benefit for those suffering from osteoarthritis or sciatica (pain going down the leg). These medications did show few serious side or adverse effects.

The safest and most effective solutions for chronic back pain, sciatica, and many forms of osteoarthritis are non-drug ones. Chiropractic care, exercise, and deflame nutrition programs that we offer in our office help many people suffering from these conditions.

Reference: Ferreira Giovanni E, McLachlan Andrew J, Lin Chung-Wei Christine, Zadro Joshua R, Abdel-Shaheed Christina, O’Keeffe Mary et al. Efficacy and safety of antidepressants for the treatment of back pain and osteoarthritis: systematic review and meta-analysis BMJ 2021; 372 :m4825

https://www.bmj.com/content/372/bmj.m4825.full

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Material on this blog is provided for informational purposes only. It is general information that may not apply to you as an individual, and is not a substitute for your own doctor’s medical care or advice.


Reading this blog should not be construed to mean that you and I have a patient-physician relationship. 

The inclusion of any link does not imply my endorsement of the linked site or its affiliates, 

NEVER DISREGARD MEDICAL ADVICE OR DELAY SEEKING MEDICAL CARE BECAUSE OF SOMETHING YOU HAVE READ ON OR ACCESSED THROUGH THIS WEB SITE.

New Study Finds One Simple Exercise Helps Restore The Normal Neck Curve and Relieve Neck Pain

A study published last year found that this one exercise helps improve the curve in one's neck.

The modified cervical and shoulder retraction exercise is done in 2 steps:

1.  1.  Raise your head up and push the chin backward simultaneously within the pain-free range, then look up slightly (A). This should take about 3 seconds.

2.    2. Keep your head upright and pull back the shoulders and head within the pain-free range (B). This is held for 10 seconds.

                             
The exercise was done in the study at least 10 times per day, for 1 -12 months. 

For many people, this is a great exercise to couple with chiropractic adjustments to help correct your neck's normal movement and posture. 

Lee MY, Jeon H, Choi JS, Park Y, Ryu JS. Efficacy of Modified Cervical and Shoulder Retraction Exercise in Patients With Loss of Cervical Lordosis and Neck Pain. Ann Rehabil Med. 2020;44(3):210-217. doi:10.5535/arm.19117

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Material on this blog is provided for informational purposes only. It is general information that may not apply to you as an individual, and is not a substitute for your own doctor’s medical care or advice.



Reading this blog should not  be construed to mean that you and I have a patient-physician relationship. 

The inclusion of any link does not imply my endorsement of the linked site or its affiliates, 

NEVER DISREGARD MEDICAL ADVICE OR DELAY SEEKING MEDICAL CARE BECAUSE OF SOMETHING YOU HAVE READ ON OR ACCESSED THROUGH THIS WEB SITE.

Medication Cascade

 

This shirt is funny, and a little sad. When I do consultations for new patients I am frequently surprised at how many medications the people who come to see me are on, and how many of them are to treat the symptoms of the side effects of another drug.

Medications can cause other conditions unrelated to the health problems they're prescribed to treat. Unaware of this, patients very often consult their medical doctors about this "new" condition — only to be prescribed yet another drug that could produce still more side effects. It's a cascade that goes on and on until the causes of their symptoms are addressed.

One of my goals when working with patients is to get them healthy enough to need very little if any, medication. Treatments should be natural first, drugs second, and surgery last.

Can we help you? Call our office for a consultation. 973-335-1100

David I. Graber, DC, DACBSP

Graber Chiropractic Center
140 Littleton Road

Suite 200
Parsippany, NJ 07054

973-335-1100

www.DrGraber.com

2012 ANJC Chiropractor of The Year

Disclaimer:

Material on this blog is provided for informational purposes only. It is general information that may not apply to you as an individual and is not a substitute for your 

own doctor’s medical care or advice. Reading this blog should not be construed to mean that you and I have a patient-physician relationship. 
The inclusion of any link does not imply my endorsement of the linked site or its affiliates, 

NEVER DISREGARD MEDICAL ADVICE OR DELAY SEEKING MEDICAL CARE BECAUSE OF SOMETHING YOU HAVE READ ON OR ACCESSED THROUGH THIS WEB SITE.

How to Actually Keep Your New Year’s Resolutions

 

Most people make resolutions each year on January 1st. Here are a few of the health goals that our patients shared on the treatment room whiteboard a few years ago: Admirable list! Here's the challenge: if success is measured by achieving them, then resolutions too often don't work. We fall short or fail to make them happen. Worse, we usually feel a sense of failure and even shame as if it's a character flaw. So, what to do? Simple, DON’T MAKE RESOLUTIONS! A resolution, by its very name, means to solve or resolve a problem. It focuses on and reinforces that there’s something wrong with you or your life. But, you and your life are not a problem to solve. Yours is a life to live, create, and flourish. What’s more effective and enjoyable is to set INTENTIONS. Set an intention and make it happen. You can do that by following the 4P’s. Make it a PROMISE. If you make a promise the odds are much greater that you'll do it. If you break a resolution or don't achieve a goal, you'll feel disappointed. If you break a promise, it hurts. Why? It's just the way we human beings are built (most of us anyway). Your word is your bond, even to yourself. Even more to someone else, even if it’s your dog (or cat, horse, etc.). For example, which statement has more impact: "My goal is to lose 10 pounds by March 1st." "I promise to lose 10 pounds by March 1st." Keeping promises also gives you a feeling of pride and honor. Who among us doesn't want to be known as, "Someone of their word", or "A stand-up person"? And, if you need help or support, who wouldn't want to help someone keep their word? Next, break it down so you can do it PIECEMEAL. Most of us are encouraged to set goals or intentions in the spirit of, “Go big or go home.” While it may be fun and exciting to do so, evidence from psychology, sports, and the business world show that making it happen almost always requires a step-by-step process. Start with what you promise to do or accomplish, and then chunking it down to doable actions that can be done DAILY (or several times a day). If you want to run a mile, you start by running half a block. Then 1 block the next time. Then 2 blocks, then 3, etc. Small progressive steps over time. Now, to make it happen you have to PERSIST. On your journey, you will encounter headwinds, speed bumps, and roadblocks. Make yourself feel confident that you can handle any situation that comes up. Preparation precedes confidence. Remind yourself several times per day what you want, why you want it, and the promise you made. You intend to eat better, and your best friend shows up to visit with your favorite junk food. You go for your daily walk and it’s raining. Always have a plan B, and even a plan C, for those times where you’re challenged Finally, PARTY! Create small games daily and weekly that you can win, then regularly celebrate your wins. Making things fun and enjoying the process is light years ahead of drudgery and joyless discipline. Make it fun and get it done. Here’s to a healthy and abundant 2021! Sincerely, Dr. David Graber

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2020 FOOD & TOY DRIVE!

 

Jersey Battered Women’s Service: 2020 Holiday Wishlist Suggestions

 Baby

Bath Toys

Clothes from birth on

Fisher Price Toys

Tiny Love Mats and Toys

 

12 mth – 4 years

Books – Soft & Sturdy, Interactive,

Clothes: Coats, Hats, Gloves, Boots, All sizes

Dolls – All races

Duplo Lego’s

Interactive Toys

Little Tikes Toys

My Little Pony

Play-Doh

Playskool Toys

 Ages 5 – 8

Blocks

Coats, hat gloves, socks and boots- all sizes

Coloring Books and Crayons/colored pencils

Construction toys/ trucks

Diaries and Journals

Hot Wheels

K’nex/Legos

Minecraft items

Nerf Products - no guns or knives, please

Razor Scooters

Remote Control Cars

Superheroes- toys/ books/games

Sports equipment, apparel, hats, memorabilia

Tool Boxes/ tool kits/ tool belt

Trucks, cars, planes, motorcycles, helicopters

 

Ages 9 & Up

Art & Crafts

Birthstone necklaces, bracelets, etc.

Clothes:  All Sizes - Sweaters, pants, coats, gloves, hats, scarves. Boots

Diaries, Journals, Coloring Books

Inspirational room decorating items pillows, posters, plaques, etc

Lego’s

Models

Nerf products-no guns or knives, please

Razor scooter and skateboard

Remote Control Trucks/cars

Sports Equipment

Watches & Jewelry

Teen List

 New Clothing - All Sizes

Winter Coats/Jackets

Pants/Shirts/Sweaters

Pajamas

Sneakers/Shoes/Boots

Hoodies

Undergarments

 

Electronics

Cameras

Headphones/Earbuds/ wireless headphones

 Accessories for Girls

Bath & Body Kits

Diaries/Journals/Sketch pads, coloring books

Bluetooth speaker

 Emoji anything - pillows, bags, etc

Hair dryer/straightener/curling iron

Inspirational room decorating items  

Jewelry

Make-up and nail polish kits

 

Accessories for Boys

Sketch pads

Sports watches/ stainless steel bracelets/necklace/dog tags

Wireless speakers

Duffle bag

 Family Movies/DVD’s

All Marvel Movies

Artemus Fowl

The Secret Garden

The One and Only Ivan

Scoob!

Sonic the Hedgehog

Think Like a Dog

 

Gift Cards for All

Amazon

Dollar Tree

Dunkin Donuts

Visa/MC/Amex

Walmart/Target/Kohl’s

Adult Wish List: female or male 

Clothing - ALL SIZES

Jackets/Winter Coats                   

Pajamas/ Robes/ Slippers

Pants/Jeans/ Yoga                                       

Shoes/Sneakers/Boots - snow/casual/dress Socks

Sweaters/Shirts

Yoga Pants

               

Accessories

Jewelry

Phone cases

Prepaid “burner” phones with minutes

Purses                

Scarves

Sunglasses

Wallets                                                           

Watches

          

Self-Care

Baking set

Make-up for all skin tones

Nail & Spa Kits  

Books/Journals/Daily Planners

Coloring Books for adults with colored pencils or gel pens

Perfume/Lotions

Face Masks

Hair-accessories for all hair types

Fitbit

Work out equipment (light weights, yoga mats, steppers, resistance bands

Electronics

Wireless Speakers

Portable phone chargers

Headphones/Earbuds/Wireless headphones

 

For the Home

Instapot

Cookbooks (quick and easy)

BPA free water bottle

Travel coffee mug

Throw blankets and pillows

Disclaimer:

Material on this blog is provided for informational purposes only. It is general information that may not apply to you as an individual and is not a substitute for your 

own doctor’s medical care or advice. Reading this blog should not be construed to mean that you and I have a patient-physician relationship. 
The inclusion of any link does not imply my endorsement of the linked site or its affiliates, 

NEVER DISREGARD MEDICAL ADVICE OR DELAY SEEKING MEDICAL CARE BECAUSE OF SOMETHING YOU HAVE READ ON OR ACCESSED THROUGH THIS WEB SITE.