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Education, Training, Research
Welcome to: Ped Ex --the special e-newsletter from the International Chiropractic Pediatric Association.
PedEx is your opportunity to spend time with us and access our many resources.Our purpose is to offer you the education, training and research pertinent to the Chiropractic Family Wellness practice.
Education:
You should be receiving your Fall issue of Pathways shortly. This full color magazine is an asset to your reception area offering the parents in your practice a variety of articles relevant to the chiropractic wellness lifestyle. this issue has titles such as: Stress in Infancy, Chiropractic in Pregnancy, The Family Bed, The Real Drug Problem, The Back Pack Dilemma, Injury in Childhood Sports, Athletic Performance and Chiropractic, C-sections and Episiotomies.
Our new, less expensive bulk prices are given to you at cost, so take advantage of this opportunity and order bulk copies for your patients: http://www.icpa4kids.com/chiropractic_pediatric_newsletters.htm
If you are not receiving Pathways, it is because your membership with the I.C.P.A. is not current. To check on your membership status, visit our Doctor Referral directory: http://www.icpa4kids.com/find_pediatric_chiropractor.htm If you are not listed, you need to renew here: http://www.icpa4kids.com/pediatric_chiropractic_join_the_icpa.htm
Training:
Our 120 Hour Certification program is starting in numerous locations. Visit our web site here the current locations and those just ready to begin.
Remember that you can take the entire program or choose to just take some of the classes. All locations have been approved for license renewal in the state they are held and in surrounding locations. Visit our seminars page here: http://www.icpa4kids.com/chiropractic_pediatric_seminars.htm
The I. C.P.A. seminars are co-sponsored and academically endorsed by: Cleveland Chiropractic Colleges, Life University, North Western Health Sciences University and Parker Chiropractic College.
Research
Are Children's Backpack Weight Limits Enough?: A Critical Review of the Relevant Literature.
Spine. 29(19):2184-2190, October 1, 2004.
Brackley, Heather M. MSc; Stevenson, Joan M. PhD
Abstract:
Study Design. Literature review.Objective. To examine the epidemiologic, physiologic, and biomechanical literature that has contributed to the suggested weight limit of 10 to 15% body weight for children's backpacks.
Summary of Background Data. The majority of children use a backpack to transport their belongings to and from school on a daily basis; however, controversy exists over the safety of backpack use and backpack loads.
Methods. A thorough review of the literature was completed to examine the appropriateness of the suggested weight limits and to determine future areas of research needed to increase the safety of children's backpacks.
Results. Epidemiologic, physiologic, and biomechanical data support the suggested weight limit of 10% to 15% body weight.
Conclusions. Based on the current literature, the value of 10% to 15% body weight is a justified weight limit; however, further research is required to determine the association between backpack use and injury and how the factors of load, backpack design, and personal characteristics, such as physical fitness, interact and influence the adaptations required when carrying a backpack
Incidence of Adverse Reactions to Vaccines in a Paediatric Population
Objective: To detect the appearance and specify the types of adverse reactions to vaccines registered in a paediatric population.
Conclusions: An active search for subjects with suspected adverse reactions to vaccines led to the detection of reactions that are usually not reported. Primary-care physicians and nurses must be vigilant for information on adverse reactions to vaccines in paediatric populations.
In the News:
Pediatric Chiropractic:
CBS recently had a brief blurb on Chiropractic and Children. Go to this link http://cbsnewyork.com/specialvideo/ and scroll to: Is chiropractic therapy safe for infants? Dr. David Marks reports.
Flu Vaccine:
Here is the latest headlines about the flu vaccines: http://www.cnn.com/2004/HEALTH/conditions/09/29/flu.vaccine.reut/index.html
Notice the last paragraph with the new recommendations for children under 2.And now a real panic over not enough flu vaccines available: http://my.webmd.com/content/article/95/103102.htm
Finally: an FDA warning for antidepressants:
The increase in suicide rate associated with antidepressants is causing a major stir:
http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/medicalnews.php?newsid=13508
http://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/489269
A final decision on how to handle the warnings of a possibility of suicide risk from antidepressant use could come within days or possibly weeks. http://firstword.pslgroup.com/sn.do?id=5765B5B405F53CD285256DB90076B863&mainsrc=/Fws.do?id=5765B5B405F53CD285256DB90076B863&articleid=CA4DE8612726DDA085256F190045EE49Campaign to discourage parents from sleeping with their infants hits Philadelphia
http://www.kyw1060.com/news_story_detail.cfm?newsitemid=40915
When I read this, I have numerous questions not included in the report:
1- Were either of the parents under the influence of alcohol or drugs?
2- Would these children have died of SIDS anyway?
3- What is the ratio of children dying not sleeping with their parents compared with those sleeping with their infants?
4- Were the parents aware of the co-sleeping rules of thumb?
4- Did the mother and child have a bonding experience right after birth, allowing them to connect and eliminate these odds?
In our Fall issue of Pathways, we offer the benefits and guidelines of co-sleeping. Here are additional links for reference: http://www.icpa4kids.org/research/children/bonding.htm Be sure to read this article: "Sleeping with Your Infant: Looking at the Facts"
Clinical Corner:
Question:
I have a 4 year old new practice member with bilateral ptosis. I would love to hear from some DC’s who have had experience with these kinds of cases. Thanks -Robert D. Shire, D.C.
Please e-mail all responses to both Dr. Shire: Spinemanshire@mindspring.com and the I. C.P.A.: info@icpa4kids.comDear Dr. Shire,
Bilateral ptosis/Bell's Palsy: I find C1 the most common subluxation no matter what age the patient. Check facial nerve VII. The stylomastoid foramen is behind the styloid process close to the top of C1 so an anterior subluxation can put pressure on that nerve by minimizing
the foramen. If treatment less than 12 weeks, recovery is usually incomplete. Also check the thyroid for general hypotonia.
The nerves could just be irritated but it could be from birth injury (forceps) or other trauma. Once the cranial tissues are freed and C1 addressed, if there is no resolution, the nerve could be permanently damaged.
For additional help with cranials, contact Carol Phillips at CPhil60751@cs.com
Hope that helps,
Wes Sheader, DC, DICCP
sheaderw@juno.comsheaderw@juno.com
Blessings to all of you for who you are and what you do!!
Jeanne Ohm DC
ICPA, Executive Coordinator
www.icpa4kids.com
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