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Winter
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Words from the editor
The
Year of the Tiger?
I don't know much about Chinese horoscopes, the Chinese New Year, etc. but the Year of the Tiger sounds like a lot of fun. For those of you that are interested, you can read about predictions based on your personal zodiac sign below.
http://hubpages.com/hub/Chinese-Horoscope-2010-the-Year-of-the-Tiger
For those of you celebrating Chinese New Year - Gong Xi Fa Cai (Mandarin), Gong Hey Fat Choy (Cantonese)!
All the best in 2010 - from all of us at synergy!
Today's Hot Topic - Chance to win a car!
In good Health
Dr. Rene Asselin
CONTENT
● Latest News
● Articles
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Hot Topics
● Exercise Library
● Food Review
● Ask Dr. Asselin
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Chiropractic
Trigenics
Medical Acupuncture
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Diagnostic Imaging Part 3
Diagnostic
Ultrasound
CASE: Suspected Rotator Cuff Tear
Q: My doctor ordered a diagnostic ultrasound for my shoulder- what is this?
In the shoulder, diagnostic ultrasound or ultrasonography is widely used to diagnose and classify rotator cuff and biceps tendon injury. Diagnostic ultrasound uses high frequency sound waves to generate images (figure 1). Similar procedures are used during pregnancy in order to evaluate the fetus.
Figure 1 - Ultrasound image of the
shoulder revealing a full thickness tear of the Supraspinatus (rotator cuff
muscle) - see arrows.
Figure 1
Diagnostic Ultrasound is highly accurate in detecting full thickness rotator cuff tears with an overall accuracy of 96 percent (sensitivity of 100%, specificity 85% for full thickness tears. However, arthroscopy (surgical exploration) remains to be the gold standard.
Diagnostic ultrasound is however less sensitive in detecting partial thickness rotator cuff tears. Partial thickness tears likely represent the majority of rotator cuff pathologies. Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) or MRA (MRI with contrast) is a better method for evaluating partial thickness tears.
Ultrasonography can also help to differentiate among conditions that may mimic rotator cuff pathology - injury to the biceps tendon, glenohumeral or acromioclavicular joint pathology, arthropathies, bursitis, nerve entrapment syndromes, tendinopathies (Tendinitis versus Tendinosis), and space-occupying lesions (tumors).
Figure 2 - subacromial bursitis with a normal supraspinatus tendon (no tear).
Diagnostic ultrasound is also well tolerated, cost-effective, and widely available. However, it's disadvantages include a long learning curve (technician dependant) and reduced sensitivity in patients who are obese or who have severely restricted shoulder movement.
Ultrasonography can also be used in the treatment of shoulder pathologies. Clinicians can use ultrasonography to guide accurate needle placement for an injection of a local anesthetic or a corticosteroid. As in the treatment of acute subdeltoid or subacrominal bursitis.
Next week we will be discussing - Bone Scans
Natural Medicine
Registered Massage Therapy
Therapeutic Pilates
Aromatherapy
Reflexology
The Facts
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Tobacco use is the number one cause of preventable disease, disability and death in Ontario.
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Cigarette smoking causes about 30 per cent of cancer deaths in Canada and about 85 per cent of
lung cancer incidences -
There are more than 4,000 chemicals in a cigarette, cigar or pipe, 69 of which are known or
suspected to cause cancer
Health Benefits of Quitting
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After 48 hrs your Your ability to smell and taste improves.
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From 2 weeks to 3 months your circulation improves. Walking becomes easier. Lung
functioning may increase by up to 20 per cent. -
From 1 to 9 months coughing, sinus congestion, fatigue, shortness of breath may
decrease. Your cilia may even begin to re-grow and that can
help clean the lungs and reduce chance of infection. -
After 1 year Risk of heart disease is cut in half.
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Are you eligible?
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You must be a resident of Ontario.
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You must be 19 years of age or older as of March 1, 2010.
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You must be a person who uses or used tobacco (cigarettes, cigars, pipes, chewing tobacco and/or Snus) at least once weekly for a minimum of one year prior to January 1, 2010, and at a minimum used tobacco at least 100 times in his or her life.
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Pull-ups
Not too many exercises can match what a good pull-up can do for your upper body strength and conditioning. There are numerous variations and techniques depending on the results your after. Pull-ups are also a great training aid for climbers, swimmers, wrestlers, etc.
It's also pretty versatile and can be done almost anywhere - local gyms normally have chin up bars installed, outdoor playgrounds often have monkey bars and rings that can easily be used, and as shown in the above picture - even your backyard tree may be a piece of training equipment!
There's even handy door frame mounts that can be use. These versions have some restrictions in terms of arm placement, etc. However they offer a convenient addition to a home gym set up. One unit that comes to mind is the perfect pull-up.
For those of you saying to yourself - "I can't do pull-ups". Don't fret, there are alternatives. Assisted pull-ups, theraband exercise, gym lat pull down machines, etc. are options you can use until you build up enough strength to do a full body weight pullup. One word of caution - pull ups do require a lot of upper body strength and are not for everyone. Discuss with your trainer, coach, doctor, etc. to see whether the pull up is a suitable exercise for you and your exercise or training goals.
For those of you that are finding that pull-ups just isn't cutting it anymore - try weighted pull ups (weighted vests, plates, etc) and single are variations. As with any exercise, technique is very important. Have a trainer or coach guide you through a proper pull up.
Online instruction is available below (NSCA Training Videos);
Wide Grip Pull up
http://www.nsca-lift.org/videos/Wide-Grip%20Pullup/defaultwidegrippullup.shtml
Narrow Grip Chin Up
http://www.nsca-lift.org/videos/Chin%20Up/defaultchinup.shtml
Ancient Grains - Quinoa
Power Packed Grains!
Ancient grains often contain more nutrients than there traditional counterparts. Quinoa for example contains roughly 50% more protein than wheat. It also contains more B-vitamins, Calcium, Phosphorus and Iron. Many ancient grains are also high in lysine and methionine, 2 of the amino acids that are in limited quantities in traditional grains. Therefore, ancient grains are an excellent addition to a vegetarian or vegan diet.
Additionally, ancient grains are often well tolerated by those suffering from wheat allergies, gluten intolerance, celiac disease, etc. Also an excellent choice for those suffering from irritable bowel syndrome or IBS.
Other ancient grains include; Spelt, Millet, Buckwheat, Kamut, and Amaranth.
Where to find? Check your local health or bulk food store, health food sections at your local grocers, or order online.
How to use? - Quinoa is a great substitute for rice in any dish. Millet can be used in place of couscous in cold salads. Millet, Buckwheat, and Amaranth are excellent when prepared as hot cereal. They are extremely versatile and really only limited by your own imagination - experiment today!
For a variety of recipes and detailed information please visit; http://whfoods.org/
Quinoa
http://whfoods.org/genpage.php?tname=foodspice&dbid=142#healthbenefits
Buckwheat
http://whfoods.org/genpage.php?tname=foodspice&dbid=11#foodspicename
Simply visit http://whfoods.org/ type in the grain you'd like to learn more about into the Search Box and you'll find a ton of information on the health benefits, recipes, history, etc.
Happy Cooking!
Question: What do you consider to be "foundation" in terms of nutritional supplementation?
Foundation is often meant to depict a regime in which the majority of the population would benefit from. It's also something that can be "built on". An example would be a nutritional supplement regime consisting of a high potency multivitamin & mineral formula and a essential oil (omega 3-6-9). Dosage will vary and will depend on your age, sex, activity level, and your overall goals. However, the basic nutrient composition will be quite similar and for the most part the regime is meant to be taken daily..
Foundation regimes can be tailored or built on by including other core nutrients. For instance - someone suffering from osteoporosis or osteopenia may require additional vitamin D, magnesium, and calcium. Someone with a tendency towards Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) may want to include a probiotic formula, and males over 40 yrs of age may want to consider a prostate support formula.
I would also include some form of whole food protein supplement (whey protein concentrate, vegetarian rice, pea, or hemp protein, or soy), and some form of whole food fruit and veggie concentrate (green drinks, berry blends, spirulina, etc.) into a regular routine.
One must remember that supplementation is meant to "supplement" a healthy diet and active lifestyle. It should not be viewed a substitute or an alternative. The best source of nutrients are still located within those locally grown fresh fruits and vegetables (preferable organic or naturally farmed).
All the best,
Dr. Rene Asselin
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