The Many Proven Benefits of Earthing

The purpose of chiropractic is to improve the function of the nervous system.  Many other lifestyle habits are also essential.  Earthing is one of the most overlooked and beneficial, yet simple steps you can also take to maximize the efficiency of your nervous system.  All you have to do is be in direct contract with the Earth, without shoes, for 30-45 minutes per day.  With our lives revolving around technology, simply being in contact with the Earth seems too simple to have any major benefits.  However, these benefits have been verified by published studies.  According to the Earthing Institute: 

To date, we've performed over 20 peer-reviewed studies that show the positive effects of grounding the human body.  In one example, doctors at the Pennsylvania State University Children's Hospital in Hershey reported that grounding produced immediate and significant improvements in measurements of the autonomic nervous system, the function of the vagus nerve, and improved measures in heart rate variability.  The vagus nerve is the main nerve of the parasympathetic nervous system, which is vital for keeping our bodies healthy, and free from disease by regulating our immune systems, controlling stress levels, and reducing inflammation.  In addition, the offshoots of the vagus nerve supplies and regulates key organs, including the stomach, lungs, heart, spleen, intestines, liver, and kidneys.  Take a minute to check out all systems that being grounded helps, which we now know after 20 years of research:

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For more information:

• What is Earthing?
• Earthing Improves Blood Flow
• Get Grounded And Feel Human Again 

Why Are Nervous System Diseases On The Rise?

"...the average proportion of all-cause mortality
that is due to mental and neurological diseases
has gone up sharply since the early 1970s."

Judging by the events and restrictions that have defined 2020, you would think that the greatest threat to our health and well-being is a virus.  Fortunately, we have an innate defense mechanism, which is quite efficient when it comes to most infectious diseases.  Meanwhile, countless other health problems are being essentially ignored or downplayed.  One very important example is the fact that for over 30 years now, diseases of the nervous system have been on a steady rise, especially in developed countries.  This includes debilitating and chronic conditions, such as Alzheimer's, dementia, Parkinson's, multiple sclerosis, and motor neuron disease.  Some would argue that this is due to an ageing population, but many of these diseases are now also affecting people in their forties and fifties.  One study found that the highest incidence of disability resulting from neurological disease was in people less than 49 years of age.

So what could be causing this disturbing trend and what can we do about it?  While no single cause can be blamed on almost all diseases, it is quite clear that lifestyle and environmental factors are playing a major, synergistic role.  According to a review published last year in the journal Medical Hypotheses, "Evidence comes from studies that point towards multiple-interactive-environmental factors.  A number of occupational groups have been associated with raised ALS (Amyotropic Lateral Sclerosis).  With similar associations in regard to occupations and exposure to a range of chemicals and solvents in regard to Parkinson's Disease.  Also, there have been indications of background Electro-Magnetic Fields being associated with various neurological conditions."  While the conveniences of our modern lifestyles have become an essential part of our normal activities of daily living, it seems that limiting our exposure to these things, wherever possible, is vital.  There are many other lifestyle habits which must also be incorportated, lessening the effects of this stress on the nervous system, many of which we've covered in this blog in the past.  I encourage you to make these changes a part of your new normal, as the future health and longevity of your brain and nervous system appears to be at stake.

by Dr SJ Nana

DrNana.co.za

References:

• The rise of mortality from mental and neurological diseases in Europe, 1979–2009: observational study
• Are rises in Electro-Magnetic Field in the human environment, interacting with multiple environmental pollutions, the tripping point for increases in neurological deaths in the Western World?
  
• Why modern life is making dementia in your 40s more likely
• The trend of incidence and burden of neurological disease in Iran between 1990 and 2017: Based on global burden of disease estimations
• Global, regional, and national burden of neurological disorders during 1990-2015: a systematic analysis for the Global Burden of Disease Study 2015
• Younger/Early-Onset Alzheimer's
• Mortality from Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis and Parkinson’s Disease Among Different Occupation Groups — United States, 1985–2011
• What we truly know about occupation as a risk factor for ALS: A critical and systematic review

Chiropractic Was Discovered 125 Years Ago

 

For more information:

How It All Began: The First Adjustment

Chiropractic Can Help With Anxiety & Depression

As the way of life we used to know seems to be melting away, are we ready for the world that is apparently upon us? While the world's economy has collectively crashed, the World Economic Forum is currently orchestrating what they have termed The Great Reset.  One of the hallmarks of this new economy is the fourth industrial revolution, which is a life that essentially revolves around devices, artificial intelligence, and multiple sources of electrosmog.  Unfortunately, this is a lifestyle that we are not biologically equipped to thrive in, especially if we continue with our current habits.  Many studies have shown that overexposing any biological organism to unnatural electromagnetic frequencies (beyond the natural resonance of 7.83 hertz from the Earth) has a well-documented harmful effect.  A study published last month in the Journal of Occupational Health, found a higher risk of burnout and depression among workers in a power plant, as opposed to administrative workers in a hospital. Similar findings have been shown repeatedly in studies of electrical workers, clearly showing a higher incidence of depression and anxiety, among other neurodegenerative problems.  In recent years, I have had an ever-increasing number of patients that suffer from both depression and anxiety, many already resorting to psychotropic drugs, prescribed by doctors that are not aware of any other option to deal with this growing problem.  I have seen many patients improve with these conditions, some even to the extent that they were able cease their dependence on the medication.  Many case studies (see links below) have also shown the effectiveness of specific and gentle chiropractic for these life-disrupting conditions.  Anxiety, depression, and chronic medication do not have to be a part of our new normal.

by Dr SJ Nana

DrNana.co.za

References:

• Schumann Resonances and their Effect on Human Bioregulation
• Investigating the effects of exposure to extremely low frequency electromagnetic fields on job burnout syndrome and the severity of depression; the role of oxidative stress
• Chronic exposure to ELF fields may induce depression
• The effect of chronic exposure to extremely low-frequency electromagnetic fields on sleep quality, stress, depression and anxiety
• Reduction in Anxiety & Dysautonomia in Five Adult Patients Undergoing Chiropractic Care for Vertebral Subluxation: A Case Series & Review of the Literature
• Resolution of Anxiety and Depression Along with Decreased Medication Usage in a 30-Year-Old Female Undergoing Chiropractic Care: Case Report & Review of Literature
• Resolution of Anxiety, Depression, Insomnia, Scoliosis & Cluster Headaches, in a Patient with Opioid Addiction Undergoing Chiropractic Care to Reduce Subluxations: A Case Study & Review of the Literature
• The Impact Of Subluxation Correction On Mental Health: Reduction Of Anxiety In A Female Patient Under Chiropractic Care
• Improvement in Symptoms Related to Depression, Anxiety and Pain in a Patient Undergoing Subluxation Based Chiropractic Care
• Resolution of Anxiety & Hypertension in a 60-Year-Old Male Following Subluxation Based Chiropractic Care: A Case Study & Review of the Literature
• Upper Cervical Chiropractic Care as a Complementary Strategy for Depression and Anxiety: A Prospective Case Series Analysis

What Does It Mean To Test Positive?

Many doctors and health officials have openly admitted that the PCR test used to determine an infection with the virus SARS-CoV-2 is quite inaccurate, especially because a "gold standard" was never established before the mass testing began.  According to an article published in May from the British Medical Journal: "No test gives a 100% accurate result; tests need to be evaluated to determine their sensitivity and specificity, ideally by comparison with a "gold standard."  The lack of such a clear-cut "gold standard" for covid-19 makes evaluation of test accuracy challenging."

Despite the uncertainty of the true meaning of a positive test, studies are showing that more people than previously thought are immune to this new coronavirus.  When the pandemic was declared early this year, we were told that this is a new virus, thus naming it the "Novel Coronvirus," so people are not immune.  Fortunately, the data and more recent studies have shown that is not true.  A recent study has shown that up to 60% are immune to the novel coronavirus, from previous exposures to other coronaviri, concluding that "we detected SARS-CoV-2-reactive CD4+ T cells in ~ 40%–60% of unexposed individuals, suggesting crossreactive T cell recognition between circulating ‘‘common cold’’ coronaviruses and SARS-CoV-2."  A very similar finding was found by another study published this month, with the researchers saying, "We knew there was  pre-existing reactivity, and this study provides very strong direct molecular evidence that memory T cell can 'see' sequences that are very similar between common cold coronviruses and SARS-CoV-2."

This explains the findings of vaccine researchers who are trying to find people who have not been previously exposed to the virus.  According to a news report in July: "To their surprise, the researchers identified a much higher-than-anticipated percentage of people who have been infected by the virus but who were asymptomatic.  [Dr Mahdi] said between 50% and 66% of adults who are infected with covid-19 are completely asymptomatic.  In children, this is even higher - around 80% of all children who are infected are asymptomatic."  While this is bad news for the researchers trying to find eligible participants in their vaccine trial, this shows that most people are likely already immune to this virus, even the vast majority that test positive.

Unfortunately, as more and more people are tested, more people will test positive and then labelled as a "case," causing the levels of fear to rise even more.  In my opinion, this fear is not justified, and will only suppress the body's innate ability to stay healthy.  Avoiding the mainstream media will alone help to lessen the fear and allow you to focus on living.

by Dr SJ Nana

DrNana.co.za

References:

• COVID-19 tests are far from perfect, but accuracy isn’t the biggest problem
• British Medical Journal: Interpreting a covid-19 test result
• COVID19 PCR Tests are Scientifically Meaningless
• Open Letter: Refuting Politifact’s “fact check”
• Targets of T Cell Responses to SARS-CoV-2 Coronavirus in Humans with COVID-19 Disease and Unexposed Individuals
• Exposure to common cold coronaviruses can teach the immune system to recognize SARS-CoV-2
• Selective and cross-reactive SARS-CoV-2 T cell epitopes in unexposed humans
• Vaccine trial reveals “surprising” information about COVID-19 in South Africa
• Coronavirus: Why Everyone Was Wrong. It is Not a “New Virus”. “The Fairy Tale of No Immunity”
• The Ignored Efficiency of the Immune System

Cell Phone Radiation Can Damage DNA

Human sperm exposed to cell phone radiation (labeled 1) clearly show
DNA fragmentation, while unexposed sperm (labeled 2) do not.

With the advent of the lockdown, people are now using their wireless devices more than ever.  As people are trying to avoid being infected by what is turning out to be no more harmful than other seasonal viruses, more and more people are now using their devices for nearly everything, from shopping to exercising to learning.  Unfortunately, the overexposure to the frequencies used by these devices can definitely have a harmful effect, especially in the long term.  One very concerning effect is on DNA, essentially the very foundation of life, and found in nearly every cell of the body.  A recent laboratory study found DNA damage in the brain of rats exposed to cell phone radiation frequencies, as opposed to those not exposed.  Another study showed DNA damage in human placentas and umbilical cords from mothers who used cell phones in combination with WiFi. Another study published in 2014, showed clear evidence of DNA damage in human sperm.  The image above shows human sperm that are exposed to direct cell phone radiation, resulting in DNA fragmentation (labeled 1), as compared to unexposed sperm (labeled 2).  As the chart below shows, this effect begins within just 1 hour of exposure.

Sperm DNA fragmentation begins within 1 hour of exposure (labeled B),
with minimal change seen in unexposed sperm (labeled A).

This may partly explain why sperm counts have been dropping worldwide for over 50 years now, as electromagnetic radiation has increased.  According to Professor Denis L. Henshaw from the UK:

"The idea that since cell phone radio waves do not have the quantam energy to damage DNA and therefore cannot cause ill health is a fallacy.  It is flawed at a number of levels, from the very physics upon which it is supposedly based, to chemistry and biology.  Most of all, the idea is not born out by the tens of thousands of peer-reviewed studies reporting biological effects from exposure to electric, magnetic and electromagnetic fields and electromagnetic radiation, including those associated with radio wave frequencies used by cell phones."

The radiation emitted by these devices must be treated with respect.  Limiting your exposure is not only in your best interest, but for future generations, as well.

 by Dr SJ Nana

DrNana.co.za

References:

• The influence of direct mobile phone radiation on sperm quality
• Effect of mobile telephones on sperm quality: A systematic review and meta-analysis
• Effect of 900-, 1800-, and 2100-MHz radiofrequency radiation on DNA and oxidative stress in brain
• Comparison of effects of 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi and mobile phone exposure on human placenta and cord blood
• An Enduring Fallacy: Cell Phone Radio Waves Have Insufficient Energy to Damage DNA
• Risks to Health and Well-Being From Radio-Frequency Radiation Emitted by Cell Phones and Other Wireless Devices
• National Institue of Health: DNA Damage from Cell Phone Radio Frequency Radiation
• In Vitro Effects of Low-Level, Low-Frequency Electromagnetic Fields on DNA Damage in Human Leucocytes by Comet Assay
• Enhanced Cytotoxic and Genotoxic Effects of Gadolinium Following ELF-EMF Irradiation in Human Lymphocytes
• Environmental Health Trust: Men's Reproductive Health
• Proteomic analysis of continuous 900-MHz radiofrequency electromagnetic field exposure in testicular tissue: a rat model of human cell phone exposure
• The Death of Sperm: Why Has Male Fertility Declined in the Last 50 Years?
• Bioinitiative Resarch Summaries
• Step by Step: Safe Technology At Home

The Ignored Efficiency of the Immune System

With the help of the Killer T Cells (seen on the right), worldwide data has
shown that the survival rate from COVID-19 is between 99.59% and 99.9%.

When most medical doctors and health organizations say that there is "no cure," what they actually mean is that there is "no pharmaceutical cure."  This is especially the case for seasonal viruses that come and go every year.  This is also the case for COVID-19, where the vast majority of people are recovering naturally, with no medical intervention.  In fact, most people never even develop any symptoms and don't even realize that they even had the virus.  According to the British Medical Journal, 80% of those that are positive are asymptomatic.  Even for 70-79 year olds, 60% remain symptom-free, with 95% of all ages developing no more than mild symptoms.

Studies from the U.S., Japan, Denmark, Iran, and Germany have demonstrated that much more people than previously thought are already immune to the COVID-19 virus, showing that up to 15% of the population already have produced antibodies, likely already protecting them from this virus.

Accumulated data from around the world has shown that COVID-19 has an infection-fatality ratio (IFR) similar to the seasonal flu.  According to the University of Oxford's Centre for Evidence-Based Medicine: "Taking account of historical experience, trends in the data, increased number of infections in the population at largest, and potential impact of misclassification of deaths gives a presumed estimate of IFR somewhere between 0.1% and 0.41%."  This means that the survival rate from this infection is between 99.59% and 99.9%.

This is all made possible by your amazing and highly efficient immune system, which gets no credit from the main stream media  A short video from the University of Cambridge (see link below) demonstrates how cells from the immune system, in this case specifically the Cytotoxic T Cells (also known as Killer T Cells), target and destroy harmful viruses and cancer cells.  According to Professor Gillian Griffiths:

"Inside all of us lurks an army of serial killers whose primary function is to kill and kill again.  These cells patrol our bodies, identifying and destorying virally infected and cancer cells and the do so with remarkable precision and efficiency.  There  are billions of T cells within our blood - one teaspoon full of blood alone is believed to have around 5 million T cells, each measuring around 10 micrometers in length, about a tenth of the width of a human hair.  Each cell is engaged in the ferocious and unrelenting battle to keep us healthy."

It's important to note that the immune system is controlled and coordinated by the nervous system.  Studies have shown that there are neurotransmitter receptor sites on white blood cells, which includes the Killer T cells.  I also believe that these white blood cells are also controlled by extremely low frequency electromagnetic signals from the nervous system.  In his book "The Body Electric," Dr. Robert O. Becker explains how they discoverd that red blood cells respond to similar signals, so it's very likely that white blood cells also do the same.

Improving the function of the nervous system will undoubtedly also improve the efficiency of the immune system, allowing your army of T cells to inconpicuously keep you safe and going strong.

- Dr SJ Nana

DrNana.co.za

References:

• Video: White Blood Cell In Action
• Covid-19: four fifths of cases are asymptomatic, China figures indicate
• University of Oxford's Global Covid-19 Case Fatality Rates
• Body’s ‘serial killers’ captured on film destroying cancer cells
• USC-LA County Study: Early Results of Antibody Testing Suggest Number of COVID-19 Infections Far Exceeds Number of Confirmed Cases in Los Angeles County
• Heinsberg Study results published
• Estimation of SARS-CoV-2 infection fatality rate by real-time antibody screening of blood donors
• Seroprevalence of COVID-19 virus infection in Guilan province, Iran
• Presence of SARS-CoV-2 reactive T cells in COVID-19 patients and healthy donors
• Coronavirus: German study shows COVID-19 might not be fatal as previously thought
• Swedish scientist Johan Giesecke asks Australia how it plans to lift its lockdown without deaths
• Signals from nervous system influence immune system, study shows
• Important Link between the Brain and Immune System Found
• Immune Responses to Spinal Manipulation
• Functional Ability of Natural Killer Cells as an Outcome Measure for Chiropractic Treatment Efficacy

The True Fatality of COVID-19 May Never Be Known

In early April, the World Health Organization (WHO) informed doctors and hospitals that a COVID-19 diagnosis code can be used on cases even when the virus was not identified.  Shortly thereafter, the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), in the US, also instructed doctors to identify "suspected" cases as COVID-19 deaths, even for patients where the virus was not detected.  This was verified in interviews with Minnesota Senator, Dr Scott Jensen, who is also a medical doctor.

Early studies have shown that the mortality rate for COVID-19 is no worse than the flu.  However, the mortality rate will likely rise now that this virus can be blamed on deaths even on patients who have not tested positive.

On 14 April, the New York Times reported the following:

"New York City, already the world epicenter of the coronvirus outbreak, sharply increased its death toll by more than 3,700 victims on Tuesday, after officials said they were now including people who had never tested positive for the virus but were presumed to have died of it."

It's also important to note that many of the fatalities are being blamed on the coronavirus, despite most patients having 2 or more pre-existing chronic diseases, and already-low life expectancies.  According to Professor Sucharit Bhakdi, a German microbiologist and researcher, stated:

"... the mistake is being made worldwide to report virus-related deaths as soon as it is established that the virus was present at the time of death - regardless of other factors.  This violates a basic principle of infectionology: only when it is certain that an agent has played a significant role in the disease or death may a diagnosis be made."

Dr Deborah Birx, the White House Coronavirus Response Coordinator, also said that regardless of pre-existing chronic diseases, "when someone dies with COVID-19, we are counting that as COVID-19 deaths."

As the WHO and CDC allows this diagnosis be made freely, even without positive blood tests, this mistake, as Dr Bhakdi calls it, will become even more commonplace.  Apart from being unethical and unscientific, this has significant short-term and long-term ramifications.  While the skewed mortality rate and sensationalist journalism only increases the already-high levels of fear, these statistics will be used to make future health and social policies, affecting civil liberties and human rights, which, until now, we've all taken for granted.


References:

Emergency use ICD codes for COVID-19 disease outbreak

Guidance for Certifying Deaths Due to Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID–19)

The WHO Announces "Suspected" Cases of COVID-19 Should Be Written As COVID-19 Deaths (No Virus Test Required)

How Honest is the COVID Fatality Count ? Dr. Scott Jensen is a Physician & Minnesota State Senator.

Deborah Birx: If Someone Dies w/ COVID-19, We Are Counting That As a COVID-19 Death

"COVID Deaths" Are Not Accurate -- No Virus Testing, Only "Suspected" Cause

The US Gov. Health Statistics Agency Directs Hospitals to Confirm Suspected COVID-19 Deaths As Confirmed

N.Y.C. Death Toll Soars Past 10,000 in Revised Virus Count

Open Letter from Prof Sucharit Bhakdi to Chancellor Merkel

Italian Government Study: 99% of their Coronavirus Fatalities Were Already Sick; Half Diagnosed with 3 or More Diseases

8 MORE Experts Questioning the Coronavirus Panic

How deadly is the coronavirus? It’s still far from clear

COVID-19: Is The Treatment Worse Than The Disease?

We are currently amid a nearly world-wide human lockdown, as never seen before in the history of the world;  all in the aim of avoiding a virus, which has been called "deadly," but statistics are now showing to be less deadly than the flu virus.   As the virus spreads, confirmed cases are rising daily, with actual cases believed to be ten times more.  As the general public are watching the number of "confirmed cases" rising, people become even more fearful.  Is this fear truly warranted?  Should we be more concerned with this virus, than other seasonal viruses?  Was it truly necessary to shut down the economy to prevent a small percentage of deaths?  The decisions made by leaders around the world have not been easy.  In my opinion, the lockdowns have been an overly drastic response to a virus, which would probably have gone unnoticed in most years.  Why this has happened is hard to say.  For now, we can only hope that the economic and social fallout of these draconian measures of locking down the country will not be worse than the deaths we have been trying to prevent.

A study published recently in the International Journal of Antimicrobial Agents, titled "SARS-CoV-2: fear versus data," concluded the following:

"SARS-CoV-2 [also known as COVID-19] does not seem to be deadlier than other circulating viruses.  In addition to coronaviruses, there are 16 endemic viruses in common circulation in developed countries and 2.6 million deaths from respiratory infections (excluding tuberculosis) per year have been noted in recent years worldwide.  There is little chance that the emergence of SARS-CoV-2 could change this statistic significantly.  Fear could have a larger impact that the virus itself;..."

From an environmental perspective, Mother Nature will only benefit from less human activity.  From a spiritual perspective, 3 weeks of self-reflection and isolation can also be beneficial.  However, for the majority of the population of the world, who live hand to mouth, more than 3 weeks of no income can be devestating.  The world will never be the same with the decisions which were made by the governments and health organizations around the world.  Hopefully, in the long run, it will be for the best.

The following comments are from David Katz, MD, the founding director of the Yale University Prevention Research Center:

"I am deeply concerned that the social, economic, and public health consequences of this near-total meltdown of normal life - schools and businesses closed, gatherings banned - will be long-lasting and calamitous, possibly graver that the direct toll of the virus itself.  The stock market will bounce back in time, but many businesses never will.  The unemployment, impoverishment, and despair likely to result will be public health scourges of the first order."  

"Is Our Fight Against Coronavirus Worse |Than The Disease?", New York Times

Dr. Katz is one of many scientists, researchers, and doctors who have publicly questioned the strategy to deal with this virus (see links below).  In the meantime, I encourage you to follow the lockdown guidelines and hygiene protocol, while maintaining the same habits we always prescribe, including eating 9-10 raw fruit and veggies per day, connecting with the Earth, sleeping well, staying active, and making sure that your nervous system is flowing optimally.  Doing so will also make you less fearful, and less likely to panic unnecessarily.


For more information:

“Think deep, do good science and do not panic!”

SARS-CoV-2: fear versus data

Corona virus COVID-19- hype and hysteria? Demystification of the nightmare!

Questioning Conventional Wisdom in the COVID-19 Crisis, with Dr. Jay Bhattacharya

Perspectives on the Pandemic | Professor Knut Wittkowski | Episode 2

12 Experts Questioning the Coronavirus Panic

A Swiss Doctor on Covid-19

10 MORE Experts Criticising the Coronavirus Panic

Covid-19 — Navigating the Uncharted

How To Catch The Coronavirus

Eat a poor diet:  Make sure your body lacks the vitamins, minerals, enzymes, and micronutrients needed for optimal health.

Avoid adequate rest:  Stay up late and rely on sugar, tobacco, coffee, and energy drinks as neeed.

Become dehydrated:  Reduce the effectiveness of your natural defense mechanisms by shunning adequate water.

Stop exercising:  Reduce the efficiency of your lymphatic system, which depends on movement to circulate this vital germ-fighting fluid.

Rarely wash your hands:  Use dirty hands and fingers to rub your eyes, pick your nose, or wipe your lips.

Think negative thoughts:  Worry that you'll be a victim.  Closely monitor news
reports about outbreaks, fearing a pandemic.

Skip your chiropractic adjustments:  Handicap your nervous system, the master system that controls your entire body.  Wait until symptoms are present before doing anything.

The only way to catch anything is to make yourself a hospitable host.

by Willaim D. Esteb

"Little Germ. Big Fear."

Chiropractic Is Essential For Concussions

While everyone can beneft from chiropractic care, it is more essential for some.  One very good example is anyone who has suffered from a concussion.  A concussion, also known as a Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI), is "caused by a bump, blow, or jolt to the body that causes the head and brain to move rapidly back and forth.  This sudden movement can cause the brain to bounce around or twist in the skull, creating chemical changes in the brain and sometimes stretching and damaging brain cells."  A concussion will also likely cause a severe Vertebral Subluxation Complex, especially in the upper neck, making chiropractic care especially important for improved recovery.  Over the years, we've helped many patients to speed up the healing process after a concussion.  Case studies published last year, also show the effectiveness of specific chiropractic care with concussions.  In both cases, these patients were previously under traditional chiropracic care, but only recovered fully after receiving more specific, upper neck spinal adjustments.  For anyone that has suffered from a concussion, specific chiropractic care can help restore proper brain and nervous system healing, allowing you to lead an active and productive life once again.

- Dr SJ Nana

DrNana.co.za

For more information:
CDC: What Is A Concussion?
Improvement in Post-Concussion Syndrome in Two Females Using Low-Force Upper Cervical Chiropractic Care: A Case Series & Review of the Literature

Eat Your Vitamins

Danger of Prolonged Electric Blanket Use

Many people are becoming aware of the harmful effects of long term exposure to wireless devices, like cell phones, towers, and wi-fi.  However, few people realize that long-term exposure to electrical currents can also be harmful.  Forty years ago, epidemiologists Drs. Nancy Wertheimer and Ed Leeper published a landmark study which found a higher rate of leukemia (a type of blood cancer) in children living near power lines.  More than 20 years later, in 2001, this extremely low frequency (ELF) electromagnetic radiation created by the flow of electricity was finally classified as a possible cancer-causing agent by the World Health Organization.  Many studies have shown an association with DNA damage, various types of cancers, depression, and also neurodegenerative diseases, such as Alzheimer's and Motor Neuron Disease.  A study published this year found an increased rate of female infertility for women living up to 1 km away from power lines. While the strength of the electromagnetic field emitted by electric blankets is weak, spending the entire night in direct contact can have a cumulative harmful effect, which I have also seen among my patients who have used electric blankets.  The nervous system is also more vulnerable to all electromagnetic radiation during sleep periods.  So if you are using an electric blanket, be sure to switch it off before you get in bed, to allow your nervous system to get the proper regenerative rest required to function properly.

By Dr SJ Nana

DrNana.co.za

References:

• Occupational Carcinogens: ELF MFs
• Electrical Wiring Configurations and Childhood Cancer
• Possible effect of electric blankets and heated waterbeds on fetal development
• Exposure to Electromagnetic Fields of High Voltage Overhead Power Lines and Female Infertility.
• Occupational exposure to extremely low frequency magnetic fields and risk of Alzheimer disease: A systematic review and meta-analysis.
• Occupational exposure to extremely low-frequency magnetic fields and the risk of ALS: A systematic review and meta-analysis.
• Powerwatch UK Information Regarding Powerfrequency EMFs

Please see my previous articles related to this important issue:

• Wireless Radiation In Cars Disturbs Brain Function
• Safety of WiFi in Schools is Unproven
• Are Cell Phones Killing Us Slowly?
• How Cell Phones and WiFi Harm Your Brain
• Limit Your Electro-Smog Exposure
• Cell Phone Safety Tips from AAP
• Are Cell Phone Towers Harming You?

Chiropractic Improves Muscle Strength

As chiropractic care improves the function of the nervous system, the effects can be numerous.  One effect which has been confirmed by several
studies is on muscle strength.

While previous studies have shown that chiropractic care improves muscle function in the spinal column, more recent studies also show that spinal adjustments can improve muscle strength beyond the spine.  In 2012, a study from Brazil on professional Judo athletes, found improved grip strength after chiropractic spinal adjustments, compared to those that received sham (or fake) adjustments.  Another study from New Zealand in 2018, also showed improvement in jaw muscle or bite strength, as compared to those that received sham adjustments.  Both these studies also showed that the effect was not just psychosomatic, or in the mind, as the group that received the sham adjustments did not experience an increase in muscle strength.

Improved muscle strength is important no matter what you do in life; whether, you are a parent, grandparent, athlete, weekend warrior, or even a desk worker.  This effect on muscle strength also helps to explain why chiropractic can not only improve athletic performance, but can also help people maintain better posture, lessening the effects of prolonged sitting and standing.

Over the years, I have heard many patients say that they are feeling stronger after beginning care.  This research clearly shows that this effect is not merely in the mind, as chiropractic adjustments can improve the function of the more than 650 muscles in the human body, all controlled, strengthened, and coordinated by the nervous system.  Life is always easier when your nervous system is flowing better.

References:

"Mechanical force spinal manipulation increases trunk muscle strength assessed by electromyography: a comparative clinical trial." JMPT, 2000 Nov-Dec: 23(9):585-95.

"Effect of cervical spine manipulative therapy on judo athletes' grip strength." JMPT, 2012 Jan: 35(1): 38-44.

"Chiropractic manipulation increases maximal bite force in health individuals." Brain Sci., 2018 April 27: 8(5).

Foods To Protect The Nervous System

Most people don't realize that our man-made environment has placed our nervous systems under a nearly constant state of stress.  It's no wonder that most people cannot cope without the help of caffeine, nicotine, alcohol, or even prescription drugs; all in an attempt to calm the nervous system.  While drugs may help you to cope, they are not the solution.  Consuming the right foods has been scientifically proven to lessen the effects of modern living, by decreasing the impact of oxidative stress and improving the function of your brain and nervous system.  The foods seen on the image above (along with most green veggies, berries, and seeds) will improve brain and nerve function, and should be a part of your daily diet.  With the added stress on the nervous system from our modern conveniences, these foods are more essential now than ever before.  No matter what diet you follow, most diet experts would agree that these foods should be essential for a happy and productive life.


For more information:
How To Slow Brain-Aging By Two Years
Four Brazil Nuts Once A Month
The Risk Of Fish Oil Supplements
Which Are Better: Chia Seeds or Flax Seeds?
What Do The Longest Living People Eat?
Cocoa Good, Chocolate Bad

How It All Began: The First Adjustment

Considering that most people think you only need to see a chiropractor when you have back pain, many would be surprised to hear about how the chiropractic profession began.  It all started 123 years ago in a small American town.  The founder of chiropractic, D.D Palmer, was practicing as a magnetic healer, when he came upon a janitor working in his office building.  In his own words, he describes what followed:

"Harvey Lillard, a janitor in the Ryan Block where I had my office, has been so deaf for 17 years that he could not hear the racket of a wagon on the street or the ticking of a watch.  I made inquiry as to the cause of his deafness and was informed that when he was exerting himself in a cramped, stooping position, he felt something give way in his back and immediately became deaf.  An examination showed a vertebra racked from its normal position.  I reasoned that if that vertebra was replaced, the man's hearing should be restored.  With this object in view, a half-hour's talk persuaded Mr. Lillard to allow me to replace it.  I racked it into position by using the spinous process as a lever and soon the man could hear as before.  There was nothing 'accidental' about this, as it was accomplished with an object in view, and the result expected was obtained..."

From this one adjustment, chiropractic has grown to be the largest drug-free health profession, safely performing millions of revitalizing spinal adjustments every day around the world.  Without any industry support and funding, this growth has occurred as a result of word of mouth, simply because the positive results of chiropractic care inspires patients to refer their friends and family.  Studies have also shown clear benefits of chiropractic care well beyond symptoms such as back and neck pain.  The world has changed dramatically since that fateful first adjustment 123 years ago.  We are now living in a nearly completely man-made world, which has created man-made diseases never even heard of when chiropractic first began.  An optimally functioning spine and nervous system is more essential now than ever before, as it helps you to cope and mitigate the effects of our modern life... allowing you to reconnect with your true self.

by Dr S J Nana

www.DrNana.co.za

Chiropractic Can Help Resolve Frozen Shoulder

Limited shoulder function is often a sign of long-standing
upper cervical subluxations.  If you are not able to move your
arm through these full ranges of motion, your spine and
nervous system probably need some fine-tuning.  

Are your shoulders free to move?  Did you know that the function of the shoulder is dependent on a properly functioning spine and nervous system?  Several studies have shown that chiropractic care can play a strong role in alleviating this debilitating and painful condition.  In one case series of 50 patients with Frozen Shoulder Syndrome (also known as Adhesive Capsulitis), 98% of patients experienced significant improvement in their symptoms.  Another case study of a 53 year old woman with a frozen shoulder for 6 months, experienced complete resolution of her condition while under chiropractic care.  Three other recent case studies also showed similar positive results. It's important to note that in all these case studies, the primary dysfunction in the spinal column was in the upper neck, which most people, including doctors, would not associate with shoulder problems.  What is also clear from these case studies, and from my experience of helping patients with this painful condition, is that since this is more a nerve problem, rather than a joint problem, healing often takes time.  Symptomatic relief can take up to 2-3 months of regular care, however most people begin to experience some relief within 4-6 visits.  While frozen shoulder is more rare, many people are experiencing mild shoulder discomfort and reduced range of motion, which can be alleviated with chiropractic care.  It's just another reason why specific chiropractic care should be a regular part of a healthy lifestyle.


For more information and the studies mentioned above:
Chiropractic management of frozen shoulder syndrome using a novel technique: a retrospective case series of 50 patients
Chiropractic treatment of frozen shoulder syndrome (adhesive capsulitis) utilizing mechanical force, manually assisted short lever adjusting procedures.
Resolution of Frozen Shoulder Following Upper Cervical Chiropractic Care to Reduce Vertebral Subluxation
Upper Cervical Care of Patients with Chronic Shoulder Pain and Restriction in Motion: A Case Series
Resolution of Adhesive Capsulitis Following Subluxation Based Chiropractic Care: A Case Series & Selective Review of the Literature

Why Are Sperm Counts Dropping?

One of the most alarming recent studies published found that since the 1970's, sperm counts have dropped by over 50% in developed countries.  In fact, previous studies show that this trend began in the 1950's, with the greatest decrease in the last 20 years. While a lower sperm count has a significant effect on fertility, this is just a symptom of a deeper, underlying problem, which has broad implications, as testosterone levels and overall heatlh can also be affected.  There are many theories as to why this is happening.  It's unlikely that there is a single cause, as with most health issues, but a combination of several factors, including endocrine disrupting chemicals found in plastics, alcohol, cigarettes, refined sugar, and saturated fat.  Another environmental toxin which is often overlooked is the increasing amounts of electromagnetic pollution.  Numerous studies have shown a link between the wireless frequencies and decreased sperm counts, sperm motility, and even fertility.  Today, nearly everyone is constantly in close proximity to a microwave-emitting device, such as a cell phone and WiFi is now literally everywhere.  A recent study has shown that even the rate of testicular cancer is rising in teenage boys.  Some scientists believe that this is likely because nearly every teenage boy carries a cell phone in their front pockets.  Another factor which I believe has contributed to the decrease in sperm counts is the altererd nerve supply to the reproductive organs.  The proper nerve supply to any part of the body is essential.  Pelvic and lumbar subluxations are present in nearly every male today, which directly disturbs the nerve and blood supply to the testes.  This results, in part, due to the lack of motion in the pelvis, as life now revolves around sitting and most men hardly walk.  Chiropractic plays an important role in restoring proper function of the spine and pelvis, thereby improving nerve and blood flow to the reproductive and endocrine systems.

-  By Dr S J Nana         

drsjnana@gmail.com

The male reproductive organs have an extensive nerve
 and blood supply.  Chiropractic care
can improve the function of these organs,
helping with sexual dysfunction and fertility.

The short video below discusses the studies showing the effect of cell phones and male sexual dysfunction:

Penis Not Working? Could Be Your Cell Phone!

For more information:
Why Do Men Have Fewer Sperm Than They Did 50 Years Ago?
The increasing toll of adolescent cancer incidence in the US
Cell Phones, Wireless Sperm & Men’s Reproductive Health
Male fertility and its association with occupational and mobile phone towers hazards: An analytic study
New Research Sheds Light on Chiropractic and Erectile Dysfunction
Optimizing Fertility by Realigning Body Structure with Chiropractic Care

Wireless Radiation In Cars Disturbs Brain Function

One of the greatest conveniences of today is being able to use a cell phone while travelling in a car, even without having to touch the device.  Most people are not aware, however, that this exposes the body and brain to excessive amounts of microwave frequencies.   Long term over-exposure to these frequencies have been proven to be harmful, but are even more so when travelling in a well-insulated, steel chamber like a car.

An excellent case study by the University of Mainz in Germany showed the effects of this radiation, with an Electroencephalogram (EEG).  They were able to measure the electrical activity of the driver's brain and the effects are disturbing to say the least.  According to the researchers, "the brain is clearly under more stress" as this exposure "results in large scale activation in all areas of the brain, which can affect the ability to concentrate and general fitness to drive."  They go on to say that, "In the worst case, the increased long term stress on the brain can lead to symptoms similar to burnout, irritability, exhaustion, and tiredness."

Many people in Gauteng spend at least 2-4 hours per day travelling in cars with cell phones and bluetooth constantly emitting microwave frequencies.  To lessen these effects, you should avoid using the cell phone in the car, keep it on "Airplane/Flight Mode," and switch off the vehicle's wireless network.  This is especially important while travelling long distances.

Personally, for the last 2 years, when travelling by car, my wife and I usually keep our devices on Flight Mode, and we have noticed that we feel noticeably less fatigued while driving and have more energy upon reaching our destination. 

I encourage you to do an experiment for yourself and see if you notice a difference.

The short video mentioned above can be found here:    https://vimeo.com/244746945

The Overlooked Benefits of Chiropractic

Improved Health Outcomes in a Multiple Sclerosis Patient
Undergoing Chiropractic Care for Vertebral Subluxation:
A Case Report & Review of the Literature

In our modern health care system, the body has been divided into its parts and seen more as a
machine, which can only be altered physically and chemically.  In reality, the human body is a much more complex system, possessing an integrating innate intelligence, which modern science is slowly starting to understand.  In our current disjointed health care industry, we have specialists for every organ system of the body, including some that only treat problems of one particular organ.  So if you have a nerve problem, you need a Neurologist.  If you have a sinus problem, you must see an Ear, Nose, and Throat specialist.  If you have a bladder problem, you need a Urologist.  If you have a heart problem, you need a Cardiologist.  You get the idea.

So as a result, most people believe that you only need a chiropractor if you have a neck or back problem.  This misconception keeps many other people from benefiting from chiropractic.  As chiropractic care improves the function of the spine and nervous system, the pain does usually improve.  However, many of these patients realize that as their back improves, other seemingly-unrelated problems also somehow improve.  In recent months, we've had patients comment that to their surprise and delight, they've also experienced relief from constipation, restless leg syndrome, muscle cramps, excessive snoring, heartburn, headaches, knee problems, dizziness, heel pain and many other chronic issues which they did not realize was related to dysfunction coming from the spine.

Recently published chiropractic case studies have also seen positive outcomes with a wide array of conditions, including Meniere's Disease, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, Autism, Sleep Apnea, Infertility, Erectile Dysfunction, Trigeminal Neuralgia, and even chronic neurodegenerative diseases, such as Multiple Sclerosis.

It's important to note that chiropractic care does not treat the disease or problem directly.  By locating and correcting the dysfunction in the spinal column (which we call vertebral subluxations), the nervous system is able to function better and heal more effectively .  It's also very important to remember that these types of conditions generally developed over years to decades, so healing will also take time.  While medical care can often achieve symptomatic relief quickly, the vitalistic effects of chiropractic usually requires more time, patience, and essential lifestyle modification.  Fortunately, the rewards are many.

by SJ NANA, DC, DrNana.co.za

Please see the links below to review the case studies mentioned:
Meniere's Disease
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
Autism
Sleep Apnea
Infertility
Erectile Dysfunction
Trigeminal Neuralgia
Multiple Sclerosis

For more information, please see my previous articles about this topic:
Chiropractic Helps Reprogram Your Nervous System
Chiropractic Also Improves Mental Health
Does Your Neurosurgeon Know?
Chiropractic May Help Regulate Blood Sugar
Chiropractic Help For Migraines
Can Chiropractic Help With Infertility?