Tonight I was thinking about my upcoming trip to Fiji with the clinic abroad program from Palmer College. I recently raised money by running the chicago marathon for the NPCO (non-profit chiropractic organization) which is raising money to build clinics in 3rd world countries to provide powerful chiropractic care and its benefits to the world. I just realized that I won't just be giving my financial services to an organization but actually going to be turning "the power on" with the people of Nadi, Fiji. I am looking forward to the many miracles I will see and the happiness just a simple adjustment can give to someone who receives it. Chiropractic care will truly and can truly change someone's life forever when it is done correctly. I feel at school and america we take advantage of the opportunities we have in chiropractic or hide behind the false fears society has placed or our profession ourselves has placed upon us. I am truly excited to finally serve and do what I have been meaning to do for 3 years of school, and what I can look forward to upon graduation. Nandi, Fiji here I come!
Tuesday, October 20, 2009
Thursday, October 15, 2009
Jerry Rice and the importance of Chiropractic Care
http://www.facebook.com/video/video.php?v=182445216538&ref=nf
Chiropractic and the Immune System
Chiropractic and the Immune System
As we endure the cold and flu season, this is the perfect time to review some of the important research demonstrating the positive impact of chiropractic care on increasing immunity against disease. Chiropractic adjustments restore proper spine function, which allows your nervous system - which is housed in your spinal canal - to perform optimally. Your nervous system controls every physiologic function of your body, including the immune system. Thus, regular adjustments are part of maintaining strong defenses against illness.
One mechanism behind the connection between the nervous system and immune function is the direct control of immune system components by the division of the nervous system called the sympathetic nervous system. This was suggested in 1987, when researchers reported the presence of norepinephrine (a.k.a. adrenaline, a stress hormone) from sympathetic nerve fibers in immune system tissues and organs, such as lymph nodes and the spleen. Norepinephrine was thus proposed as an important regulator for these components of the immune system, stemming from the sympathetic nervous system. (1)
An early exploration of this link between the nervous system, immunity, and Chiropractic was performed in 1989, at New York University. The immune systems of those under chiropractic care were compared to members of the general public, and patients with cancer and other terminal illnesses. Over three years, those people under chiropractic care for more than five years demonstrated 200% greater immune function than those who had not received chiropractic care. Their immune systems worked 400% better than patients with cancer and terminal disease. These findings prompted further exploration of the reasons behind the chiropractic-immunology connection. (2)
A 1992 study continued examining the regulation of immunity by the sympathetic nervous system, finding dense collection of adrenaline-specific receptors in immune system organs. This research lays the foundation for the three-way connection between the nervous, endocrine (hormone), and immune systems. Importantly, the sympathetic nervous system is also closely connected to the body's stress response. With chronically elevated stress, sympathetic activity increases, and stress hormone concentrations fluctuate. This alters immune system function, thereby changing susceptibility to various diseases. (3)
Another mechanism connecting chiropractic care and immune function was studied in 1991. This research found improve immune response in adults that had been adjusted by chiropractors. White blood cells called neutrophils and monocytes, which consume and destroy pathogens and diseased cells, undergo a respiratory burst of activity in response to illness or infection. This burst response is enhanced by chiropractic care. (4)
A research group at the Sid E. Williams Research Center of Life Chiropractic University studied a group of HIV positive patients who were adjusted over a six-month period. The adjusted patients had a 48% increase in CD4 cells, the immune system cells most impacted by HIV and AIDS. The control group of patients that were not adjusted did not demonstrate this dramatic increase in immune function, rather an 8% decrease in CD4 cell counts over the same period. (5)
In 2000, a comprehensive review of the literature was performed to summarize our current understanding of the integration between our nervous system and immune system. The study confirms the brain and immune system are the two major adaptive systems in the body. These systems must communicate during illness, to maintain homeostasis and health. This communication is accomplished by direct sympathetic nervous system influence, and by hormone output from the pituitary gland. (6)
Further research is being performed to fully understand the influence of Chiropractic for enhanced immunity. You may have already noticed suffering fewer colds, avoiding the flu, or simply recovering from illness more quickly, since you've started Chiropractic care. There are scientific reasons for your experience, and continued tune-ups will keep all of the systems your nervous system controls healthy and strong.
1. Felton DL, Felton SY, Belonged DL, et al. "Noradrenergic sympathetic neural interactions with the immune system: structure and function." Immunol Rev. 1987 Dec;100:225-60.
2. Pero R. "Medical Researcher Excited By CBSRF Project Results." The Chiropractic Journal, August 1989; 32.
3. Murray DR, Irwin M, Reardon CA, et al. "Sympathetic and immune interactions during dynamic exercise. Mediation via a beta 2 - adrenergic-dependent mechanism." Circulation 1992 86(1): 203
4. Brennan P, Graham M, Triano J, Hondras M. "Enhanced phagocytic cell respiratory bursts induced by spinal manipulation: Potential Role of Substance P." J Manip Physiolog Ther 1991; (14)7:399-400.
5. Selano JL, Hightower BC, Pfleger B, Feeley-Collins K, Grostic JD. "The Effects of Specific Upper Cervical Adjustments on the CD4 Counts of HIV Positive Patients." The Chiro Research Journal; 3(1); 1994.
6. Elenkov IJ, Wilder RL, Chrousos GP, Vizi ES: "The sympathetic nerve-an integrative interface between the two supersystems: the brain and the immune system." Pharmacol Rev 2000;52:295-638.
As we endure the cold and flu season, this is the perfect time to review some of the important research demonstrating the positive impact of chiropractic care on increasing immunity against disease. Chiropractic adjustments restore proper spine function, which allows your nervous system - which is housed in your spinal canal - to perform optimally. Your nervous system controls every physiologic function of your body, including the immune system. Thus, regular adjustments are part of maintaining strong defenses against illness.
One mechanism behind the connection between the nervous system and immune function is the direct control of immune system components by the division of the nervous system called the sympathetic nervous system. This was suggested in 1987, when researchers reported the presence of norepinephrine (a.k.a. adrenaline, a stress hormone) from sympathetic nerve fibers in immune system tissues and organs, such as lymph nodes and the spleen. Norepinephrine was thus proposed as an important regulator for these components of the immune system, stemming from the sympathetic nervous system. (1)
An early exploration of this link between the nervous system, immunity, and Chiropractic was performed in 1989, at New York University. The immune systems of those under chiropractic care were compared to members of the general public, and patients with cancer and other terminal illnesses. Over three years, those people under chiropractic care for more than five years demonstrated 200% greater immune function than those who had not received chiropractic care. Their immune systems worked 400% better than patients with cancer and terminal disease. These findings prompted further exploration of the reasons behind the chiropractic-immunology connection. (2)
A 1992 study continued examining the regulation of immunity by the sympathetic nervous system, finding dense collection of adrenaline-specific receptors in immune system organs. This research lays the foundation for the three-way connection between the nervous, endocrine (hormone), and immune systems. Importantly, the sympathetic nervous system is also closely connected to the body's stress response. With chronically elevated stress, sympathetic activity increases, and stress hormone concentrations fluctuate. This alters immune system function, thereby changing susceptibility to various diseases. (3)
Another mechanism connecting chiropractic care and immune function was studied in 1991. This research found improve immune response in adults that had been adjusted by chiropractors. White blood cells called neutrophils and monocytes, which consume and destroy pathogens and diseased cells, undergo a respiratory burst of activity in response to illness or infection. This burst response is enhanced by chiropractic care. (4)
A research group at the Sid E. Williams Research Center of Life Chiropractic University studied a group of HIV positive patients who were adjusted over a six-month period. The adjusted patients had a 48% increase in CD4 cells, the immune system cells most impacted by HIV and AIDS. The control group of patients that were not adjusted did not demonstrate this dramatic increase in immune function, rather an 8% decrease in CD4 cell counts over the same period. (5)
In 2000, a comprehensive review of the literature was performed to summarize our current understanding of the integration between our nervous system and immune system. The study confirms the brain and immune system are the two major adaptive systems in the body. These systems must communicate during illness, to maintain homeostasis and health. This communication is accomplished by direct sympathetic nervous system influence, and by hormone output from the pituitary gland. (6)
Further research is being performed to fully understand the influence of Chiropractic for enhanced immunity. You may have already noticed suffering fewer colds, avoiding the flu, or simply recovering from illness more quickly, since you've started Chiropractic care. There are scientific reasons for your experience, and continued tune-ups will keep all of the systems your nervous system controls healthy and strong.
1. Felton DL, Felton SY, Belonged DL, et al. "Noradrenergic sympathetic neural interactions with the immune system: structure and function." Immunol Rev. 1987 Dec;100:225-60.
2. Pero R. "Medical Researcher Excited By CBSRF Project Results." The Chiropractic Journal, August 1989; 32.
3. Murray DR, Irwin M, Reardon CA, et al. "Sympathetic and immune interactions during dynamic exercise. Mediation via a beta 2 - adrenergic-dependent mechanism." Circulation 1992 86(1): 203
4. Brennan P, Graham M, Triano J, Hondras M. "Enhanced phagocytic cell respiratory bursts induced by spinal manipulation: Potential Role of Substance P." J Manip Physiolog Ther 1991; (14)7:399-400.
5. Selano JL, Hightower BC, Pfleger B, Feeley-Collins K, Grostic JD. "The Effects of Specific Upper Cervical Adjustments on the CD4 Counts of HIV Positive Patients." The Chiro Research Journal; 3(1); 1994.
6. Elenkov IJ, Wilder RL, Chrousos GP, Vizi ES: "The sympathetic nerve-an integrative interface between the two supersystems: the brain and the immune system." Pharmacol Rev 2000;52:295-638.
Wednesday, October 14, 2009
Chiropractic Care for Maurice Jones Drew
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qk0gG3snXXU&feature=player_embedded#
Tuesday, October 13, 2009
Chiropractic plays major role in US men's water polo team sivler medal win
CARMICHAEL, Calif., Oct 02, 2008 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Merrill Moses, goal keeper for the U.S.A. Men's Water Polo team, and his teammates took home silver medals from Beijing this year. Terry Schroeder, D.C., a standout from the 1984, 1988 and 1992 Olympics helped Moses and his teammates as the current head coach of the Men's Water Polo team and resident doctor of chiropractic. While they were considered underdogs in this year's games, the team pulled together to achieve silver medal victory in a match against Hungary, and Moses and teammates attribute much of their success to the role that chiropractic played in their performance.
"I can honestly say that without chiropractic, many Olympic athletes would not be able to perform to their potential," says Moses. "We take such a pounding on our bodies, especially in water polo, because it's a contact sport. I like to get a chiropractic adjustment everyday just to keep my body healthy."
Moses, who is 31 years old, 6'3", and 215 pounds, was playing at the top of his game this year, an achievement which he attributes to the four practicing Olympic Committee team chiropractors in the Olympic Village as well as Schroeder, who treated Moses and other team members throughout the games.
"Athletes know that the difference between winning and losing can be a matter of fractions," says Schroeder. "When looking for that edge, chiropractic often makes all the difference."
To help this year's team to victory, Schroeder drew on his chiropractic knowledge and his experience as a two-time Olympic silver medalist in water polo. He was inducted into the U.S.A. Water Polo Hall of Fame in 1998. A statue of Schroeder's likeness sits at the entrance to the Los Angeles Coliseum commemorating the 1984 Olympics. He is noted for turning this team around by encouraging teamwork and vigorous training only months prior to the Beijing Olympic Games.
Moses plans to follow in his coach's footsteps by attending chiropractic college and earning his Doctor of Chiropractic degree. His interest in chiropractic stems from a passion for helping others. He believes chiropractic helps those who cannot physically excel, including many of the Olympic athletes who participated in this year's games.
"I believe that chiropractic is going to continue to be of growing importance in the Olympic world," concludes Schroeder.
SOURCE: Foundation for Chiropractic Progress
Chicago Marathon
I ran the Chicago Marathon on sunday. I was really excited for all the hard work I had put in as well as the meaning and purpose I had running it for the NPCO organization. The NPCO was able to raise about $20,000 dollars last I heard to move forward this great organization of providing Chiropractic care to the whole world and improve the life's of so many to life up to there full potential like God created us to be. Overall it was a successful marathon weekend. I ended up being the top fundraiser and ran a 7 min. PR in the marathon with a time of 2 hrs. 52min. 47 sec. I also met a lot of great people from other chiropractic schools, palmer and people's lives that were changed for the better with chiropractic care. Their passion is contagious and has lit a fire under me as well as their communities to spread the word and power of chiropractic and also their willingness to sacrifice their time and efforts for others. In closing I leave with a quote many of you have seen or heard many times but it truly does represent the purpose of my life and chiropractic "You never know how far reaching something you may think, say or do today will affect the lives of millions tomorrow." -BJ Palmer
Sunday, September 20, 2009
My 2 day Journey with Reza
Well running from Iowa to Chicago is an experience itself but I think I need to start on explaining Reza. He is almost part Cyborg (half man, half machine). He runs 80-100 miles a day everyday and only stops to eat and sleep a little bit. I have never met anyone that is so focused on a goal nothing will stop him. Along the way he sprained his ankle (thanks crappy QCA roads) and ran 75 miles before he finally said something to me along highway six about 7:30 pm. He only stopped because we got out a map and calculated his distance and was somewhat content and because he ankle was so swollen he couldn't run anymore. He woke up @ 3am and continued to run on his ankle the next day. He ran 45 miles by 10am on friday. His ankle in tons of pain and would have Gabe and I work on it on the side of the road just so he could continue a little bit more. This proved that he was human and his love for the movie Borat which he constantly quotes along the way especially "High Five, Very Nice"! He loves salsa music and actually speaks some decent spanish (he is from Iran). Everyone he meets is truly his friend and even ones that treat him bad he just blows it off when myself or any other human nature should be upset.
Now my running experience. Never in my life would I would have expected to run almost 40 miles the 1st day. I have never ran over 20. The second day I only ran about 15 miles due to Reza's ankle problem. The biggest thing I learned is that you can push your body to levels you never thought were possible. Reza also gives you energy and power, just being next to this man is truly inspiring. Reza also runs while carrying an American Flag during the day, which Gabe and I would carry for him to give him a break and there was something magical about it and would make you run faster and not want to stop. The biggest thing I think I found out is you truly see human nature. And despite how selfless you are and try to make the world a better place there are people that will always try to bring you down along with there pathetic lives. I also witness minor racism along the way just because Reza is from Iran. Yet overall most people were willing to go out of their way and meet Reza, and offer a helping hand or make a donation.
Then there is his film crew, Kevin Marycarmen, and Jasmin. They dropped everything in LA to follow Reza and film him, take pictures and help update his journey on his website www.runwithreza.org But they do some much more than that. They often wake up @ 3am with Reza and get into the truck and drop him off for his runs, they grocery shop, cook, and drive the RV as well. Yes they even run and ride a bike along side of Reza as well. They too have the generous heart of Reza and as much as I don't think they realize it, they are truly making a difference as well.
All I can say is that it was truly and experience of a lifetime. I am truly ready to Run the Chicago Marathon now and look forward to meeting up with Reza and his crew on Oct. 11th. I thank you all for the experience and it was truly an honor.
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