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Dr. Phil Gainan offers the latest advancements in Chiropractic Care and Low Level Laser Light Therap He is certified in the use of Low Level Laser Therapy.

Dr. Phil Gainan, DC

Dr. Gainan has always had a personal desire to help people through natural healing. He believes in Chiropractic Care because it treats the underlying problems rather than the symptoms. His soft-spoken demeanor and gentle hands put patients immediately at ease. Dr. Gainan holds a Bachelor of Science from Youngstown State University, and a Doctorate of Chiropractic from the Los Angeles Chiropractic College. On a personal note, Dr. Gainan is married and resides in Boardman, Ohio. He and his wife, Shari have two sons, Zack and Michael.

01/08/2026

Low-Level Laser Therapy (LLLT) shows promise for hip osteoarthritis by reducing pain, inflammation, and improving function, working non-invasively to boost cellular energy, circulation, and collagen production, though its integration into major guidelines is still debated due to varied study methods and results. It's seen as a valuable adjunct to standard treatments, potentially decreasing reliance on medication, but consistency in laser parameters (wavelength, dosage) remains a challenge for widespread adoption.
How LLLT Helps with Hip OA
Reduces Pain & Inflammation: Light energy penetrates tissues, lowering inflammatory mediators and pain signals by increasing ATP (cellular energy) production and reducing oxidative stress, say Healios Laser Therapy and the American Hip Institute.
Boosts Healing: Increases circulation, oxygen, and nutrient delivery to the hip joint, while stimulating collagen synthesis for better tissue repair, according to Healios Laser Therapy and KB Chiropractic.
Improves Function: Helps restore muscle function and overall joint mobility, say Healios Laser Therapy, Nature and PubMed.
Effectiveness & Considerations
Clinical Evidence: Studies report significant pain reduction, improved function (like WOMAC scores), and decreased analgesic needs.
Guidelines: Major bodies like OARSI and EULAR haven't strongly endorsed it as a primary treatment, noting conflicting meta-analyses and the need for standardized protocols, notes Nature.
Varied Methods: Different wavelengths (often 600-1000nm range), intensities, and session durations are used, making comparisons difficult, say Nature and Brieflands.
Summary
LLLT is a drug-free, non-invasive option that shows promise for managing hip OA symptoms by targeting inflammation and promoting healing, but its use is debated due to inconsistent application methods across studies. It's best used as a complementary therapy alongside conventional approaches.
Low-level laser therapy in osteoarthritic pain - PubMed Central
Sep 18, 2025 — We conclude that LLLT is useful in the management of OA pain, with benefits for stiffness and function.

10/30/2025

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09/06/2025

Regular cold shower exposure modulates humoral and cell-mediated immunity in healthy individuals

Background: Cold hydrotherapy is an ancient practice that has recently gained scientific interest for its potential health benefits. This study explored the effects of regular cold shower exposure on immune cell function.

Methods: Sixty healthy Egyptian adults were randomized to take cold or hot showers daily for 90 days. Levels of immunoglobulins, cytokines, and interferon-gamma were measured in blood samples at baseline, 30, 60, and 90 days.

Results: The cold shower group exhibited significant increases in immunoglobulin levels. Conversely, the hot shower group showed a significant decrease in IgM levels at 60 and 90 days compared to baseline, alongside nonsignificant decrease of IgG and IgA. the cold shower group demonstrated elevated levels of IL-2 and IL-4 at 90 days, indicating enhanced T-cell proliferation and humoral immunity, respectively. In contrast, the hot shower group did not exhibit significant changes in cytokine levels. There were no significant differences in IFN-γ and TNF-α levels between the groups.

Conclusions: Regular cold shower exposure appears to enhance humoral and cell-mediated immunity through the upregulation of antibodies, interleukin-2, and interleukin-4. Brief cold stressors may induce physiological adaptations that prime the immune response. This accessible, sustainable lifestyle modification could potentially serve as an alternative therapy to boost immunity. Further research on larger populations is warranted to better understand the physiological effects of cold temperatures on immunity.

Keywords: Cold hydrotherapy; Cytokines; Immune function; Immunoglobulins; Interferon-gamma.

07/15/2025

Shock Wave therapy in Boardman,Oh

Phil Gainan D.C

6960 Market St. Boardman,Oh

(330) 629-9476

07/06/2025

Lupus and Probiotics exciting news.

Bacteria in the Gut May be a Cause of Lupus and Flares: Shows Study Supported by Lupus Research Alliance
NEW YORK, NY. February 19. Pieces of bacteria that escape from the intestines may trigger lupus and associated disease flares in some patients, according to a new study partly funded by the Lupus Research Alliance. These findings may allow disease treatment with probiotics or diets that alter the mix of bacterial species in the intestines.

The thousands of bacterial species that live in our intestines affect our health in many ways, often for the good. The balance of species is misaligned in people with some autoimmune diseases, such as inflammatory bowel disease and rheumatoid arthritis, suggesting that certain combinations of bacteria may promote these diseases. Scientists weren’t sure whether similar changes occur in patients with lupus.

To find out, Gregg Silverman, MD, of the NYU School of Medicine in New York, NY, and colleagues studied the bacteria in stool samples from 61 women with lupus and 17 women who didn’t have the disease. They discovered that the patients with lupus harbored fewer bacterial species overall. But one species, known as Ruminococcus gnavus, was five times more plentiful in patients with lupus. And the bacterium was particularly numerous in patients who were undergoing flares or who had kidney disease.

Patients with lupus produce immune system proteins known as antibodies that attack their own DNA. Dr. Silverman and his team found that these antibodies also target Ruminococcus gnavus. They also determined that the intestines of patients with lupus were leakier, which could allow bacteria or fragments of them to escape into the body. Once that has occurred, the immune system may respond by producing antibodies that mistake the patient’s own DNA for molecules made by the bacteria. These antibodies would then attack organs such as the kidneys.

“These results are very exciting for the lupus community,” commented Dr. Teodora Staeva, Chief Scientific Officer at the Lupus Research Alliance. “We are pleased to have recognized the potential of Dr. Silverman’s work and provided grant funding to allow him and his team to pursue their hypothesis.”

Researchers still need to confirm that the bacteria cause the symptoms of lupus. But if they do, the discovery could have a major impact on lupus treatment. Changing patients’ diets or providing them with probiotics might reduce the numbers of Ruminococcus gnavus or boost the abundance of helpful bacterial species. Silverman and colleagues report their findings this week in Annals of Rheumatic Diseases.

About Lupus
Lupus is a chronic, complex autoimmune disease that affects millions of people worldwide. More than 90% of people with lupus are women; lupus most often strikes during the childbearing years of 15-45. African Americans, Latin Americans, Asians and Native Americans are two to three times at greater risk than Caucasians. In lupus, the immune system, which is designed to protect against infection, creates antibodies that can attack any part of the body including the kidneys, brain, heart, lungs, blood, skin, and joints.

About the Lupus Research Alliance
The Lupus Research Alliance aims to transform treatment while advancing toward a cure by funding the most innovative lupus research in the world. The organization’s stringent peer review grant process fosters diverse scientific talent who are driving discovery toward better diagnostics, improved treatments and ultimately a cure for lupus. Because the Lupus Research Alliance’s Board of Directors fund all administrative and fundraising costs, 100% of all donations goes to support lupus research programs.

Read press release from NYU Langone School of Medicine

06/26/2025

Shockwave therapy is a non-invasive treatment that can be effective for plantar fasciitis, a common cause of heel pain. It uses sound waves to stimulate healing in the damaged plantar fascia, a thick band of tissue on the bottom of the foot. The treatment is generally considered safe and can help reduce pain, inflammation, and improve function.
How it works:
Sound waves:
Shockwave therapy delivers high-energy sound waves to the affected area, typically the heel, through a handheld device.
Stimulates healing:
These sound waves are thought to increase blood flow, reduce inflammation, and promote tissue repair.
May break down scar tissue: Shockwave Therapy for Plantar Fascitis

Shockwave therapy may also help break down scar tissue and adhesions in the plantar fascia.
Effectiveness:
Reduces pain:
Many studies suggest that shockwave therapy can significantly reduce pain associated with plantar fasciitis.
Improves function:
It can also improve a person's ability to perform daily activities and participate in physical activity.
May reduce need for surgery:
For some individuals, it may help them avoid more invasive treatments like surgery.

Phil Gainan D.C
6960 Market St.
Boardman, Ohio 44512
(330) 629-9476

12/03/2024

Stop Smoking with laser Light testimonial

Let me tell you about my stop smoking journey. I have tried everything under the moon to quit. patches, cold turkey, pills, gum, vapes/ no ni****ne vapes, Nothing worked for me. I've smoked for the better part of my life and one day my little girl said " Mommy you stink!" It hurt to hear that. SoI was telling my aunt about quitting smoking, and she had laser light method done about six years ago and she hasn't smoked since then. I thought" What the hell, I 've tried everything else" So I went and had the treatment and it was painless and that day I gave my smokes to my Dr. and haven't picked up another smoke since and I was a two pack a day smoker! L D .

L . D.

07/16/2024

Getting great results with our shockwave therapy !

07/11/2024

WHAT IS SHOCKWAVE THERAPY?
Shockwave therapy – also known as extracorporeal shock wave therapy (ESWT)
and acoustic wave therapy (AWT) among other names – uses acoustic waves to transmit high peak pressure waves to promote and accelerate healing for subacute and chronic conditions.

The Shockwave is a clinically proven solution that works – and a team that works for you. Shockwave utilizes modern technologies to address musculoskeletal issues

Remodel fibrotic tissue, release trigger points
Reverse chronic inflammation
Increase nitric oxide (NO)
Activate stem cells and growth factors
Reduce pain faster
Improve range of motion
Increase blood flow, microcirculation
Stimulate tissue remodeling, neovascularization

Dr. Gainan offers Shockwave therapy in his office

(330) 629-9476

04/23/2024

An Apple A Day Keeps Dementia Away

When it comes to brain health, an old adage gets a makeover: 'An apple a day keeps dementia away.' In a first long-term study, people who ate foods with flavonoids had lower risks for Alzheimer's and related diseases. The study involved nearly three thousand people aged fifty or older for over twenty years and looked at how eating flavonoid containing foods impacted the development of dementia.

Flavonoid-rich foods and drinks include apples, onions, pears, berries, wine and tea, especially green tea, and our favorite, dark chocolate. Flavonoids give plants their bright colors and are powerful antioxidants that fight inflammation and improve immunity.

At the start of this study, only people without cognitive decline were enrolled. They were divided into groups based on how much and the types of flavonoid containing foods they ate. There are six groups of flavonoids with over six thousand types identified.

The results showed that those consuming low levels of flavonols such as tea, pears and apples had up to twice the risk of developing dementia. But those who ate diets low in anthocyanins such as strawberries and blueberries had four times the cases of dementia. Eating very small amounts of these foods meant that each month they ate either no berries or just an apple and a half and drank no teas.

The study had some weaknesses. The data was self-reported and the people were mostly Caucasian. Yet, with six million Americans living with dementia, drinking a bit of tea every night doesn't seem like too much work.

01/11/2024

2024 Stop Smoking with Laser Light.
Very effective, safe, no bad side effects
call 330 629-9476

12/27/2023

Merry Christmas and happy New year from the staff of Gainan Chiropractic.

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6960 Market Street Suite 1
Boardman, OH
44512

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Monday	9am - 6pm
Tuesday	9am - 6pm
Wednesday	9am - 6pm
Thursday	9am - 6pm
Friday	8:30am - 2pm
Saturday	8:30am - 1pm

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