Comparison of the Effectiveness of 3 Manual PT Techniques in a Subgroup of Patients W/ LBP Who Satisfy a Clinical Prediction Rule:

Cleland JA et al. – The results of the study support the generalizability of the clinical prediction rule (CPR) to another thrust manipulation technique, but not to the nonthrust manipulation technique that was used in this study. In general, these results also provided support that the CPR can be generalized to different settings from which it was derived and validated. However, additional research is needed to examine this issue.

Spine 11/30/09

Experiences of individuals with chronic low back pain during and after their participation in a spinal stabilisation exercise programme - A pilot qual

Sokunbi O et al. – Participants' experiences were not limited to the positive effects of stabilisation exercises on pain, functional disability and quality of life, but also reflected increases in confidence, the formulation of self help strategies and the ability to exert better control over their LBP. The findings highlight the importance of well planned associated educational support packages in the treatment of LBP paving the way for future qualitative research.

Manual Therapy , 11/30/09

Doxycycline for osteoarthritis of the knee or hip

Nuesch E et al. – The symptomatic benefit of doxycycline is minimal to non–existent. The small benefit in terms of joint space narrowing is of questionable clinical relevance and outweighed by safety problems. Doxycycline should not be recommended for the treatment of osteoarthritis of the knee or hip.

Cochrane Reviews, 10/23/09

Diet Quality in Childhood Is Prospectively Associated with the Timing of Puberty but Not with Body Composition at Puberty Onset

Cheng et al. – These data suggest that diet quality was not independently associated with body composition at the age at take–off (ATO). Children with lower diet quality according to a nutrient density–based index appear to enter puberty at an earlier age, independently of prepubertal body composition.

The Journal of Nutrition, 11/19/09

Carotenoids and cardiovascular disease

Carotenoids are a class of natural fat–soluble pigments found principally in plants. They have potential antioxidant biological properties due to their chemical structure and interaction with biological membranes. The most abundant carotenoids in the diet are beta–carotene, lycopene, lutein, beta–cryptoxanthin, zeaxanthin, and astaxanthin. Numerous epidemiologic studies have supported the hypothesis that antioxidants could be used as an inexpensive means of prevention, and possibly treatment, of cardiovascular diseases. The aim of this review is to examine the published studies about the use of carotenoids, especially lycopene and astaxanthin, in the treatment of cardiovascular diseases.

Current Atherosclerosis Reports, 11/13/09

A Randomized Trial of Nebulized 3% Hypertonic Saline With Epinephrine in the Treatment of Acute Bronchiolitis in the Emergency Department

In the treatment of acute bronchiolitis, hypertonic saline and epinephrine did not improve clinical outcome any more than normal saline and epinephrine in the emergency setting. This differs from previously published results of outpatient and inpatient populations and merits further evaluation.

Archives of Pediatrics and Adolescent Medicine, 11/23/09

Nutritional supplements and serum lipids: Does anything work

Clinical trial evidence strongly supports the notion that both red yeast rice and plant stanols and sterols effectively lower low–density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol. Preliminary evidence supports the possibility that green tea catechins and black tea theaflavins may lower LDL. Data do not support an LDL–lowering claim for guggulipid, policosanol, or cinnamon. Finally, there is strong clinical trial evidence suggesting that marine omega–3 fatty acids lower triglycerides.

Current Atherosclerosis Reports, 11/16/09

Plantar contact stress and gait analysis after resection of tarsal coalition.

Operative treatment of tarsal coalition achieved fair clinical and radiographic results and did not restore physiologic gait and foot loading.

Acta Orthopaedica Belgica, 11/17/09

FAKTR-PM Course this weekend

FAKTR-PM stands for "Functional And Kinetic Treatment with Rehabilitation, Provocation and Motion." It was developed to help speed recovery from chronic musculoskeletal pain syndromes and has also been shown to work extremely well on acute musculoskeletal/fascial conditions. This course is on using instrument assisted soft tissue and manual therapies, combined with Kinesiotaping and various low-tech rehabilitation devices such as Thera-Band simultaneously. This approach provides a powerful stimulus to healing tissues.

Open House!

My Long Island office (located inside the Islip Gold's Gym) will be having and open house and will be giving a course on Golf injuries. Please join us on November 17th. For more details please visit: http://www.goldsgym.com/gyms/index.php?gymID=0996

A little about me

Dr. Valente graduated from Texas Chiropractic College in Pasadena, Texas, in 2001 with a focus on radiology, rehabilitation, and myofascial disorders. During this time he received a certification in acupuncture and was trained in concussion grading and athletic taping. At the same time joined the Baseball Sports Medicine Institute where he treated Profesional and Amateur athletes.

In 2001, he joined Broadway Orthopedic and Sports Specialists in New York City as Director of Chiropractic where he worked along with orthopedic surgeons, physical therapists, massage therapists, and personal trainers from Gold's Gym, NYC. In 2006 he co-founded Elite Health & Sports Chiropractic, P.C.

Dr. Valente has obtained the postgraduate education as a Certified Chiropractic Sports Physician by the American Chiropractic Board of Sports Physicians. This certification is specific to physical fitness and the evaluation and treatment of injuries encountered in sports. In 2006 & 2007, Dr. Valente has covered the Brooklyn AVP Pro Beach Volleyball Tour in Brooklyn, NY. From 2001-2006 he was a Team Doctor for the Nike Pro-Am Basketball League.

Dr. Valente is one of the few chiropractors in New York who performs Manipulation Under Anesthesia, a valuable procedure for people with chronic neck, back, and joint problems who have not been responsive to conventional treatment.

Dr. Valente also is a member of the United States Sports Chiropractic Federation which promotes the development and care of athletes at international sporting events.

Welcome to my Blog!

Welcome and thanks for visiting the blog of Dr. Valente, your one-stop shop for learning about what sports chiropractic is and what it can do for you, and a place where I can post important health information to share with my patients and followers.

Practice Information:

At both my practices, I specializes in treating a variety of conditions, from chronic low back and neck pain to sports rehabilitation following an accident or injury. We can also provide information about improving your diet, creating a healthier workplace, and increasing the overall quality of your health.

I am in Manhattan on Tuesday, Thursdays & Fridays and in the Islip office on Monday, Wednesday & Saturday.

Our mission is to provide high-quality care to people and athlelets of all ages. We strive to not only correct a person's health problems, but to educate and enlighten people so that they do not encounter similar problems in the future.