Sunday, June 28, 2009

Chiropractic And The Elderly Part 3

Some over the counter and prescription drugs can have serious side effects. Aspirin helps decrease pain and inflammation, but when taken in excess can cause stomach bleeding and ulcers. Drugs such as Advil, Indocin and Naprosyn can cause kidney problems, irritation of the stomach, small intestine and esophagus. Steroid drugs like hydrocortisone and prednisone help decrease pain, but they make bones weak and thin.


“There is no effect without a cause. Chiropractors adjust causes. Others treat effects.” B.J. Palmer D.C.

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4 comments:

  1. sue k.June 29, 2009 at 6:40 AM

    It seems like the elderly can't win for losing when they are just trying to stop the pain. How sad. Great info Dr. Bob

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  2. Dr. BobJune 29, 2009 at 11:02 AM

    Sue,
    There is a time and place for different treatments. The elderly need to be aware, or have someone else watching out for their well being.
    Thanks,
    Dr. Moulas

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  3. AnonymousJuly 2, 2009 at 6:20 PM

    Thank god! there is a safe alternative to treat people and especially the elderly.

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  4. Dr. BobJuly 10, 2009 at 12:32 PM

    Anonymous,
    I agree with you. It is good to have a choice in health care. We need to take great care of the elderly.

    Thanks,

    Dr. Bob Moulas

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