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06/24/2026

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Exercise May Help Reduce Post-Stroke Depression.

It’s estimated that about 3-in-10 stroke survivors develop depression. A systematic review of 33 studies found that exercise interventions—including aerobic exercise, tai chi, resistance training, yoga, and rehabilitation therapy—were associated with improvements in depressive symptoms among patients with post-stroke depression.

Frontiers in Medicine, May 2026

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06/23/2026

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Pelvic Tilt Linked to Increased Pain from Sitting.

It has long been thought that reduced lumbar muscle activity is the primary reason prolonged sitting can worsen low back pain. However, a recent study found that increased posterior pelvic tilt after 30 minutes of sitting on a couch was associated with greater low back pain, independent of lower back muscle activity. The authors suggest that postural strategies encouraging better pelvic alignment may help reduce discomfort during prolonged sitting.

European Spine Journal, May 2026

Dr Brad Shapero, D.C.

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06/22/2026

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Depression and Insomnia Linked to Dementia.

A study involving 6,226 older adults found that co-occurring depression and insomnia were associated with a 37% higher risk of developing dementia over the following twelve years.

Journal of Affective Disorders, May 2026

Dr Brad Shapero, D.C.

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06/21/2026

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06/21/2026

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“I attribute my success to this - I never gave or took any excuse.”

~ Florence Nightingale

Dr Brad Shapero, D.C.

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06/20/2026

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High Sodium Intake Linked to Heart Failure Risk.

Using data from the Southern Community Cohort Study, researchers reported that consuming about 4,200 mg of dietary sodium per day—well above the recommended 2,300 mg—may increase the risk of heart failure by 15%, independent of known risk factors such as high blood pressure, overall diet quality, and caloric intake.

JACC: Advances, March 2026

Dr Brad Shapero, D.C.

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06/19/2026

06/19/2026

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Hearing Impairment May Affect Brain Health.

A narrative review noted that age-related hearing loss is consistently associated with accelerated cognitive decline and increased dementia risk. Several possible explanations have been proposed, including increased mental effort required for listening, reduced social interaction, and structural brain changes caused by reduced auditory stimulation over time. Evidence also suggests that the use of hearing aids and cochlear implants, particularly during the early stages of hearing loss, may support healthier cognitive aging.

Audiology Research, April 2026

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06/18/2026

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Wildfire Smoke Linked to More Severe Strokes.

Past research has found that short-term exposure to higher levels of fine particulate matter pollution from wildfires is associated with elevated cardiovascular risks, including stroke. According to a recent study involving 1,184 adults hospitalized for stroke between 2022 and 2023, wildfire smoke exposure was also linked to more severe strokes and greater functional disability at discharge.

Journal of Stroke and Cerebrovascular Diseases, April 2026

Dr Brad Shapero, D.C.

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06/17/2026

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Shock-Absorbing Insoles May Support Knee Recovery.

Meniscal tears are a common sports injury that can increase stress on the knee during jumping and landing movements. A recent study found that highly cushioned insoles reduced both impact forces and stress concentrations within the knee joint in individuals recovering from a meniscal tear injury.

BMC Musculoskeletal Disorders, May 2026

Dr Brad Shapero, D.C.

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