Poor Ergonomics Can Quickly Lead to Musculoskeletal Pain
In a recent experiment, researchers observed that even as few as five minutes of continuous work in awkward postures can increase the risk for musculoskeletal pain. The findings suggest that improved ergonomics to minimize time spent in nonneutral postures could reduce the risk for work-related musculoskeletal disorders. Journal Annals of Work Exposures and Health, June 2024
Managing Non-Motor Parkinson’s Symptoms
A systematic review that included 36 studies found evidence of the efficacy of acupuncture, cognitive behavioral therapy, exercise, and repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation for treating non-motor symptoms of Parkinson’s disease such as depression, anxiety, sleep disturbances, cognitive impairment, and autonomic dysfunction. Frontiers in Aging Neuroscience, April 2024
Chronic Stress Levels Can Impair Health
Cortisol, more commonly known as the stress hormone, is important during times of stress to mobilize energy and immune function. However, chronically elevated cortisol levels can be detrimental to health, highlighting the importance of stress management strategies like eating a healthy diet, getting regular exercise, and practicing mindfulness. Tufts University, June 2024
Obesity May Be Driving Factor for Disturbing Rise in Colorectal Cancers
Tufts University reports that colorectal cancer cases among patients under 50 have steadily risen in the last 30 years, and these cancers are often not diagnosed until later stages, which is linked to worse outcomes. Researchers suspect this increase in colorectal cancers in younger adults is largely due to the obesity epidemic. Tufts University, June 2024
Energy Drinks May Trigger Heart Arrhythmia in High-Risk Patients
Researchers note that energy drinks contain ingredients that can potentially alter heart rate and blood pressure, which may increase the risk for cardiac arrhythmias in individuals at high elevated risk for heart disease. Heart Rhythm, June 2024
Get Off the Couch!
Using data from the Nurses' Health Study, researchers estimate that swapping out one hour of sedentary TV time with physical activity or even extra sleep can increase the chances for living beyond age 70 without major chronic disease or memory impairment by up to 28%. JAMA Network Open, June 2024
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