August 2nd, 2010 by Michael Pritsker, DC

The latest information does not come from Grandma Smith’s Home Book of Healthy Remedies but from the most prestigious orthopedic journal in the world, Spine. Three recent articles in this medical journal (The Impact of Positive Sagittal Balance in Adult Spinal Deformity (Spine Journal), Spinal Kyphosis Causes Demyelination and Neuronal Loss in the Spinal Cord: A New Model of Kyphotic Deformity (Spine Journal) and A hypothesis of chronic back pain: ligament subfailure injuries lead to muscle control dysfunction (European Spine Journal) ) not only have a lot of big words in their titles but they confirm the concept that the shape of your spine determines the function of your body.

Now when we discuss shape, there are two things that need to be addressed. Shape means having the correct curves in your spine from the side view and front view. It also means having joints that are mobile and full of flexibility. The most interesting one for me is the one that talks about Sagittal Balance. The conclusions from the article were that all measures of health status showed significantly poorer scores. There is also deterioration of health status with progressive forward head posture. Even minor forward head posture is bad. The harshness of symptoms increases in a linear fashion with progressive increase of forward head posture. There was apparent evidence of greater than before ache and decrease role as the magnitude of forward head posture increased.  Read more...

July 24th, 2010 by Elinor Fowle

San Diego personal injury lawyer gets victims fair cash settlements and overcomes challenges in many industries in California. The main points center on industries with significant workplace dangers.

Boat Building

Traumas caused by accidents linked with boat building employment have few comparisons because accidents can spring up for more than one reason. Any combining of the four reasons could complicate the task of having a lawyer investigate what really caused the accident. Four main constituents of boat building accidents are physical contact with a heat energy source, breathing in toxic substances, falling onto moving component parts, or climbing down from a high place. If company directors have a habit of not performing their responsibilities then lawyers may find their investigations impeded and justice slowly served.

Any combination of factors can conspire to cause an injury even if workers follow all work rules. Extreme working conditions mean ship building accidents will tend to produce a permanent disability. The upper torso of injured workers seems to sustain its share of damage. The dangerous nature and complexity of ship building should make its employees want to seek professional legal advice should a workplace injury occur.

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July 22nd, 2010 by Dr. Michael Pritsker, DC

San Diego chiropractors and spinal decompression specialists offer new hope for back pain victims. Advanced spinal decompression therapy and cold laser therapy are combined for a program that works wonders for many patients suffering from bulging discs, herniated discs, sciatica, and spinal stenosis. Up until now, there has not been a complete program for eliminating back pain. With the advanced spinal decompression therapy program at New Century Spine Centers in San Diego, former back pain sufferers are living pain free and enjoying life. These are patients that previously tried chiropractic, acupuncture, physical therapy, and even surgery. They finally ended their back pain with the advanced spine decompression therapy program.

Patients love the treatments because they are safe, non-surgical and effective. According to one patient, “I went to other doctors that do spine decompression and got minimal relief. After I met with Dr. Pritsker, he was professional, understood my skepticism and concerns, and was very friendly. And best of all, after going through his program, I am completely ache free!” Dr. Mike Pritsker combines hands-on spine adjustments with high-tech spine decompression treatments, and then Dr. Dirk Kancilia strengthens the spine and surrounding structures with specialized rehab, cold laser therapy, and physiotherapy. The program covers every angle when it comes to eliminating back ache and keeping it off. New Century Spine Treatment Centers has set up the website www.SanDiegoBackAcheTreatment.com where those interested can request a free video about these high-tech treatments.  Read more...

May 25th, 2010 by Dirk Kanc

Choosing between good health and great wealth is usually a simple answer. Most people would pick good health. However when asked to define “health,” many would have trouble putting into words what this concept means to us. For some of us health might mean lack of illness, disease and pain. Sometimes to some health means being symptom free. For other individuals good health might mean a greater positive state of being, including strong bones, good posture, white teeth, great body and eyes, strong muscles, appropriate weight, and much more.

One thing we all agree on is we want good health. But this goal may be difficult to reach with a health system focused primarily on treatment, rather than prevention of illness and disease. Though we have extensive research about the illnesses of the body and treatment of symptoms, what have we studied about creating wellness within the body to prevent health problems before they happen?

In the study of heart patients for example, heart bypasses and angioplasty generally do not address the underlying cause of the heart condition or problem. Many surgeries generally treat the existing problem which can return if the person doesn’t also make a lifestyle change in their daily activity. When patients make comprehensive lifestyle changes consistent with a healthy heart and overall wellness, most patients have a good chance of improving their overall health.  Read more...

May 21st, 2010 by Dirk Kanc

Even if you don’t like it, some health crises do require prescription medication. But how safe is your prescription medication? Your doctor prescribes them and they are FDA approved. But are they safe and effective? Studies show that they may not be as safe as you would like them be! Not even aspirin is always safe. Whether you realize it or not, whenever you take a drug, you are weighing the potential benefits against the possibility that the medicine can hurt you.

For example, Celebrex is a prescription drug for arthritis. When information was released in August 2001 that Celebrex and Vioxx might be associated with an increased risk of heart attack, users reactions ranged from nervous to seriously alarmed.

There are some prescription pills today on the market even though they pose a potential health threat to their consumers. Maryann Napoli, Associate Director of the Center for Medical Consumers in New York City, states in her Health Facts Report that the food and drug administration requires tests before any prescription drug goes on the public market. But tests typically last no longer than six months. Consequently, a drug’s safety remains uncertain until it has been on the market for many years. Not only is the drug testing periods not very long, but possible negative side effects of prescription meds are often determined in only small groups of people.  Read more...

March 11th, 2010 by Robert M. Jenkins

Perhaps the most crucial decision a DUI attorney must make during a case is deciding on what argument to present. As once this argument is presented, it is often times quite difficult to present another argument if the first one falls flat. The

Once the DUI attorneys first argument is made, the following arguments must remain consistent and support the main argument. If a DUI attorney fails to do this, they can come across as being sneaky or unorganized.

It is never a wise choice to argue that your defendant was hardly over the legal limit, as this tries to make room for a gray area when one does not exist. You are either guilty or not guilty, and the jury will determine which one you are. You cannot be “a little bit” guilty. If this is your approach, it would be a better idea to negotiate a bargain with the prosecutor rather than taking your case to trial.  Read more...

February 12th, 2010 by Robert M. Jenkins

Facing a DUI charge in any county can be a life-changing event. As with most counties, a San Diego DUI carries considerable consequences that come along with the charges and they reach every aspect of your life from finances to your job and personal relationships. What should you do to get back on track? Can a San Diego DUI lawyer help you? Or, would hiring a DUI lawyer be a waste of money?

Normally, those facing San Diego DUI charges wisely elect to consult a San Diego DUI lawyer. They are frightened and want to ensure the absolute best chance of reducing the penalties that will affect the rest of their lives. This is precisely the right thing to do in this situation because a San Diego DUI lawyer is the only one who can effectively get your life back on track again with as little strain as possible.

Personal Accountability

The right thing to do after being charged with a DUI is to accept responsibility for what has occurred. Use this opportunity as a wake up call to learn from your mistake and get your life back on track. If you feel you have an alcohol problem, this is the time to check into rehab and straighten it out.  Read more...

February 7th, 2010 by Timothy J Thompson

If you are facing DUI charges, it can be a frightening and troubling time in your life. You are probably unsure what steps to take, since you have never previously face problems of this degree. Most likely you have had multiple thoughts run through your head, such as, Will I lose my license? How much is this going to cost?, and Will I be put in jail? These are all common questions to ask, and to have your questions answered correctly, a San Diego DUI attorney is the correct choice.

Your choices at this critical time will greatly affect your future. Many contemplate if it best to go it alone, or employ an attorney to help them. By taking the time to consult with a San Diego DUI attorney, you will find out everything you need to know about the entire DUI process. Be aware, the prosecutors and police do not care whether you are confused or not, they simply want you to plead guilty so they can move on to other cases.

If you are being charged with a DUI, consulting an attorney is a much better idea than not hiring one. Just because you are arrested for Driving Under the Influence, does not necessarily mean that you will in fact lose your license, or be convicted in a court of law.  Read more...

February 5th, 2010 by David Allen

The first time you get pulled over and arrested for driving under the influence or even cause an accident which was due to your drinking and driving, it is very difficult to figure out what to do. Most likely you are in disbelief and confused about what you should do and what the consequences will be. This is exactly the reason you should contact a DUI lawyer! An experienced San Diego DUI lawyer will walk you through the entire process and help you get the best possible outcome.

Immediate Penalties

Having your driver’s license taken away on the spot of the accident is the very first consequence that you will face. You may find yourself locked in jail temporarily to sober up and be processed for charges, but then you will be released on your own recognizance unless there are special circumstances that require you to be held.

When you finally sober up and return home, the trouble has only begun. At this time you no longer have a drivers license and you will be sent a suspension notice shortly. Having your driving privilege revoked can interfere with nearly every aspect of your life since you can no longer go to work or out to social events on your own.  Read more...