Orangetown Chiropractic Center

10/27/2025

Weekly Health Update
Monday, October 27, 2025
Courtesy of:

Paul Trinkoff, D.C.
60 Dutch Hill Rd #1
Orangeburg, NY 10962
(845) 359-8470

“A man is as old as his arteries.”
~ Thomas Sydenham

Health Alert: Forever Chemicals May Contribute to Central Obesity in Teens.
Perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are chemicals used to make products such as food containers, clothing, and furniture resistant to heat, oil, stains, grease, and water. Because they persist in the environment and the human body for long periods, they can accumulate over time. In a study of 186 adolescents, those with higher blood levels of PFAS showed greater central weight gain than peers with lower exposure—an indicator of compromised metabolic health.
Obesity, August 2025

Diet: Shift Work Linked to Poor Diet Habits.
Past studies have linked shift work with unhealthy habits that raise risk for poor health outcomes. In an analysis of data from the Korea National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey, shift workers were more likely to skip breakfast and consume fewer fresh fruits, non-pickled vegetables, and protein-rich foods than day workers. These findings suggest that interventions targeting these dietary behaviors could help protect shift workers’ cardiometabolic health.
Journal of Occupational Health, September 2025

Exercise: Daily Steps to Help Control Asthma.
While exercise is known to benefit people with asthma, it has been unclear how much physical activity is needed for meaningful clinical improvement. In a study of 55 physically inactive asthma patients, researchers observed that an additional 1,400 steps per day—roughly eight minutes of moderate-to-vigorous activity—is the minimum increase needed to achieve measurable improvements in symptoms and quality of life.
ERJ Open Research, September 2025

Chiropractic: Headaches Are a Common Reason Patients Seek Chiropractic Care.
An analysis of 20 days of visit data from 695 Danish chiropractors found that 12% of all new patient consultations involved headaches, with half of those cases presenting headache as the primary reason for seeking care. Previous studies suggest that chiropractic treatment can reduce the intensity, frequency, and duration of several headache types, including cervicogenic, tension-type, and migraine headaches.
Cephalalgia, August 2025

Mental Attitude: Acute and Chronic Stress Affect Mood Differently.
A recent animal study found that acute stress triggers anxiety-like behaviors in rats, while chronic stress is associated with depressive symptoms. The findings suggest that future research may need to distinguish between acute and chronic stress when investigating the effects of stress on mood disorders.
Behavioural Brain Research, August 2025

Wellness/Prevention: Even Light Drinking Linked to Liver Damage.
Using data from the National Health and Nutrition Examination Surveys, researchers found that even low levels of regular alcohol consumption are linked to an increased risk of alcohol-related liver death compared with abstinence. A healthy diet and exercise mitigate much of this excess risk, but do not appear to fully eliminate it.
Journal of Hepatology, August 2025

Paul Trinkoff, D.C.
60 Dutch Hill Rd #1
Orangeburg, NY 10962
(845) 359-8470

10/20/2025

Weekly Health Update
Monday, October 20, 2025
Courtesy of:

Paul Trinkoff, D.C.
60 Dutch Hill Rd #1
Orangeburg, NY 10962
(845) 359-8470

“Growth begins when we begin
to accept our own weakness.”
~ Jean Vanier

Health Alert: Combustion Pollution Raises Cardiovascular Hospitalization Risks.
Fine-particulate matter is a mixture of microscopic particles and liquid droplets in the air, primarily produced by combustion processes such as vehicle emissions and the burning of wood and coal. An analysis of Medicare data over a 16-year period revealed that living in areas with higher exposure to fine-particulate matter is associated with an elevated risk of hospitalization for myocardial infarction, ischemic stroke, atrial fibrillation, and heart failure.
Environmental Research, September 2025

Diet: Carotenoid Intake May Protect Against Colorectal Cancer.
Carotenoids are compounds with antioxidant properties that give yellow, orange, and red fruit and vegetables their color. A study that looked at diet quality of 1,953 colorectal cancer patients and 4,154 adults without a history of colon cancer found that a higher carotenoid intake is associated with up to a 41% lower risk of colorectal cancer.
European Journal of Clinical Nutrition, September 2025

Exercise: Weightlift for Stronger Bones.
Lifting heavy weights places mechanical stress on bones, stimulating bone formation and increasing bone density. For stronger, healthier bones, experts recommend resistance training at least twice a week, particularly with compound movements such as squats and deadlifts.
The Conversation, August 2025

Chiropractic: Upper Cervical Spine Dysfunction Can Affect Neck and Shoulder Movement.
New research suggests that mobility restrictions in the joint connecting the base of the skull to the first cervical vertebra (the atlas) may cause persistent motor control deficits affecting both the neck and upper limbs. Restoring normal motion at this atlanto-occipital joint—through interventions such as chiropractic care—could help improve neck and shoulder mobility.
Journal of Integrative Neuroscience, July 2025

Mental Attitude: Early Lead Exposure May Cause Memory Issues Later in Life.
Using data from the Health and Retirement Study, researchers found that people exposed to higher levels of leaded gasoline emissions in childhood were more likely to experience memory difficulties in middle and old age. The findings highlight how environmental toxins can have lasting effects on the body.
Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, July 2025

Wellness/Prevention: Vitamin D Deficiency Too Common During Pregnancy.
An analysis of data from 116 studies revealed that between 68% and 81% of expectant mothers have deficient vitamin D levels during pregnancy, which is associated an elevated risk for several adverse outcomes including gestational diabetes, preeclampsia, Cesarean delivery, infection and immune complications, mood disorders, preterm birth, low birthweight, neonatal infections, and neonatal hypocalcemia.
Nutrition Reviews, September 2025

Paul Trinkoff, D.C.
60 Dutch Hill Rd #1
Orangeburg, NY 10962
(845) 359-8470

10/16/2025

10/13/2025

Weekly Health Update
Monday, October 13, 2025
Courtesy of:

Paul Trinkoff, D.C.
60 Dutch Hill Rd #1
Orangeburg, NY 10962
(845) 359-8470

“Life is ours to be spent,
not to be saved.”
~ D. H. Lawrence

Health Alert: Metabolic Syndrome Linked to Parkinson's Disease.
An analysis of data concerning more than 467,000 adults found that metabolic syndrome—a cluster of conditions including excess abdominal fat, high blood pressure, elevated blood sugar, and abnormal cholesterol—may increase the risk of Parkinson’s disease by up to 40%, especially for those with genetic risk factors for the condition.
Neurology, August 2025

Diet: Red Meat Gut Byproduct Linked to More Severe Abdominal Aortic Aneurysms.
Researchers from the Cleveland Clinic report that elevated serum levels of trimethylamine N-oxide (TMAO)—a gut-derived byproduct of digesting red meat and other animal products—are linked to faster progression and greater severity of abdominal aortic aneurysms. The findings suggest that dietary strategies may play a role in vascular disease management.
JAMA Cardiology, August 2025

Exercise: Physical Inactivity Linked to Irregular Heartbeat Risk in Middle Age.
A recent study found that middle-aged adults with low cardiorespiratory fitness have a 52% higher risk of developing cardiac arrhythmias—including supraventricular tachycardia, atrial fibrillation, and ventricular tachycardia—than their physically active peers. The findings highlight the importance of maintaining lifelong physical fitness as part of a heart-healthy lifestyle.
European Society of Cardiology, August 2025

Chiropractic: Neck-Focused Treatment Eases TMD Pain.
A meta-analysis of fourteen randomized controlled trials found that combining manipulative therapies with therapeutic exercises—an approach commonly used by chiropractors—to address cervical dysfunction in patients with temporomandibular disorders (TMD) can significantly reduce jaw pain and improve maximum mouth opening.
Journal of Stomatology, Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, August 2025

Mental Attitude: Sensitive People Are More Vulnerable to Mood Disorders.
New research suggests that people who are considered highly sensitive—meaning they react more strongly to environmental and emotional stimuli—are at elevated risk for mental health disorders including depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder, and agoraphobia.
Clinical Psychological Science, August 2025

Wellness/Prevention: Prepare for Hurricane Season.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reminds residents of areas along the gulf and eastern seaboard that hurricane season runs through the end of November. Experts recommend preparing ahead of time with an emergency kit stocked with water, non-perishable food, medications, flashlights, batteries, and important documents like identification, insurance policies, medical records, and property deeds.
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, July 2025

Paul Trinkoff, D.C.
60 Dutch Hill Rd #1
Orangeburg, NY 10962
(845) 359-8470

10/07/2025

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10/06/2025

Weekly Health Update
Monday, October 6, 2025
Courtesy of:

Paul Trinkoff, D.C.
60 Dutch Hill Rd #1
Orangeburg, NY 10962
(845) 359-8470

“Attitude determines
the altitude of life.”
~ Edwin Louis Cole

Health Alert: Kidney Stones May Signal Elevated Heart Attack Risk.
Using data from the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey, researchers report that patients with a history of kidney stones had 88% higher odds of reporting a prior myocardial infarction than adults without kidney stones. The finding suggests the two conditions may share overlapping risk factors, and individuals with kidney stones may benefit from a comprehensive cardiovascular risk assessment.
PLoS One, September 2025

Diet: The Brain May Be Responsible for Treatment-Resistant Hypertension.
McGill University researchers have observed that a high-salt diet may activate immune cells in the brain, triggering inflammation and the release of vasopressin, a hormone linked to increased blood pressure. It’s hoped this finding could shed light on why nearly a third of patients with high blood pressure do not respond to standard treatment approaches.
Neuron, August 2025

Exercise: Spreading Out Exercise May Benefit Blood Sugar Management.
A literature review that included 27 systematic reviews found that breaking up physical activity into short sessions (less than 10 minutes) multiple times a day may be more effective for acute glycemic control than a single continuous exercise session each day.
Journal of Sport and Health Science, September 2025

Chiropractic: Why Some Older Adults Respond More Slowly to Chiropractic Care.
While chiropractic care can effectively manage many musculoskeletal disorders—including low back pain—some older patients recover more slowly than others. A recent study found that age itself is not a determining factor; rather, older adults are more likely to present with characteristics linked to delayed recovery, such as higher baseline disability, musculoskeletal comorbidities, poorer self-rated health, and depression.
Chiropractic & Manual Therapies, July 2025

Mental Attitude: College Students with Autism at Greater Risk for Mood Disorders.
The transition to college life may take a greater mental toll on students with autism spectrum disorder. A recent study found that autistic students are nearly seven times more likely to report anxiety and six times more likely to experience depression than their neurotypical peers.
Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders, August 2025

Wellness/Prevention: Key Strategies for Well-Being in Young Adults.
A study that pooled datasets from the United States, United Kingdom, and New Zealand found that poor sleep quality may be the biggest predictor of well-being among young adults, followed by adequate fruit and vegetable intake and regular exercise.
PLOS One, September 2025

Paul Trinkoff, D.C.
60 Dutch Hill Rd #1
Orangeburg, NY 10962
(845) 359-8470

10/01/2025

A beautiful message before Yom Kippur

A person must always look in five directions in life:
1. Forward – to know where you are going.
2. Backward – to remember where you came from.
3. Downward – to make sure you are not stepping on anyone.
4. To the sides – to see who supports you in difficult times.
5. Upward – to remember that there is always Someone watching over and caring for you.

✌️❤️

09/29/2025

Weekly Health Update
Monday, September 29, 2025
Courtesy of:

Paul Trinkoff, D.C.
60 Dutch Hill Rd #1
Orangeburg, NY 10962
(845) 359-8470

“Listen once in a while.
It's amazing what you can hear.”
~ Russell Baker

Health Alert: Diabetes Worsens Dementia Risk in Heart Attack Survivors.
Utilizing the Korean National Health Insurance Database, researchers report that myocardial infarction survivors with a five-plus year history of type 2 diabetes had a 52% higher risk for dementia diagnosis in the following decade than their normoglycemic peers.
Diabetology & Metabolic Syndrome, July 2025

Diet: Diet May Influence COPD Risk.
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a chronic lung disease that makes breathing difficult, and it is a leading cause of death in the United States. An analysis of data concerning more than 8,200 middle-aged and older adults revealed an association between a diet rich in vegetables, fruits, meat, and fish and a lower risk for COPD.
Clinical Nutrition Research, July 2025

Exercise: Weekend Warrior Workouts Reduce Diabetics' Risk of Death from Heart Disease.
The weekend warrior exercise pattern is characterized by achieving 150 minutes of moderate-to-vigorous physical activity a week in just one or two days. A recent study found that weekend warrior diabetics have a 33% lower risk of death from heart disease than their sedentary peers. Further, the evidence suggests that weekend warriors may even be less likely to die from heart disease than diabetes patients who spread out their physical activity more evenly over the week.
Annals of Internal Medicine, July 2025

Chiropractic: Joint Mobilization Helps to Strengthen Spine Stabilizing Muscles.
Atrophy of the transverse abdominis and lumbar multifidus muscles is common in patients with chronic low back pain and can contribute to ongoing pain and disability. A recent study found that patients treated with joint mobilization therapy—a technique provided by chiropractors—experienced significant increases in the thickness of these muscles, suggesting improved lumbar spine stability.
Journal of Clinical Medicine, April 2025

Mental Attitude: Premature Menopause Linked to Higher Depression Risk.
New research suggests that women who experience premature menopause (before age 40) are at elevated risk for depression. Interestingly, the data show that hormone therapy does not reduce depression risk in this group.
Menopause, December 2025

Wellness/Prevention: Poor Oral Health Linked to Chronic Health Problems.
Researchers at Fujita Health University monitored 118 adults over two years and identified an association between poor oral health and an increased risk for chronic illnesses including type 2 diabetes, heart disease, and kidney dysfunction. Lead author Dr. Mitsuyoshi Yoshida writes, “Overall, our results suggest that a decline in oral function can be a risk factor for lifestyle-related diseases. Thus, maintaining good oral health is the first step in maintaining overall health.”
Journal of Oral Rehabilitation, April 2025

Paul Trinkoff, D.C.
60 Dutch Hill Rd #1
Orangeburg, NY 10962
(845) 359-8470

09/22/2025

Weekly Health Update
Monday, September 22, 2025
Courtesy of:

Paul Trinkoff, D.C.
60 Dutch Hill Rd #1
Orangeburg, NY 10962
(845) 359-8470

“Happiness... consists in giving,
and in serving others.”
~ Henry Drummond

Health Alert: Urgent Care Clinics Often Prescribe Unwarranted Medications.
An analysis of more than 22.4 million urgent care visits between 2018 and 2022 found widespread inappropriate prescribing of antibiotics for ear infections, urinary symptoms, and bronchitis; steroids for sinus and upper respiratory infections; and opioids for muscle, abdominal, and sprain-related pain. Health experts warn that such practices could drive antibiotic resistance and opioid abuse.
Annals of Internal Medicine, July 2025

Diet: Foods with Important Vitamins.
Adequate vitamin intake is important for a healthy lifestyle. While supplements can help, getting vitamins from whole foods is often more beneficial. Vitamin A is found in eggs, oily fish, and colorful vegetables like carrots; B vitamins are in meat, dairy, beans, and leafy greens; vitamin C is abundant in citrus fruits; vitamin D is produced in the body through sunlight and is also found in oily fish and eggs; vitamin E is in nuts and seeds; and vitamin K comes from leafy greens.
The Conversation, July 2025

Exercise: Lift Weights!
Among a group of 160 older women, researchers observed that those who participated in a twelve-week resistance training intervention experienced notable improvements in subjective sleep quality, mental health, cognitive function, and functional capacity.
Psychology of Sport and Exercise, August 2025

Chiropractic: Mid-Back Adjustments May Help Patients with Shoulder Pain.
Subacromial impingement syndrome (SIS) occurs when the rotator cuff tendons become inflamed or irritated as they pass through the subacromial space, which can lead to pain, weakness, and reduced range of motion in the shoulder. A systematic review and meta-analysis that included 10 randomized clinical trials found that applying manual therapies to the thoracic spine—such as manipulation and mobilization delivered by chiropractors—may provide significant improvement in SIS-related pain, disability, and range of motion.
Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, July 2025

Mental Attitude: Few Schools Screen Students for Mood Disorders.
A survey of 1,000 school principals found that due to barriers such as limited resources, lack of staff training, and concerns about increased workload, only 31% of schools conduct screenings of students for mental health issues, including depression and anxiety.
JAMA Network Open, July 2025

Wellness/Prevention: Digital Intervention Reduces Childhood Obesity Risk.
Researchers from Johns Hopkins University report that providing parents with ongoing education on healthy feeding and activity habits for their child in the first two years of life via interactive text messages and a digital dashboard could cut the rate of childhood obesity nearly in half, from 13% to 7%.
JAMA Pediatrics, July 2025

Paul Trinkoff, D.C.
60 Dutch Hill Rd #1
Orangeburg, NY 10962
(845) 359-8470

09/22/2025

08/26/2025

Weekly Health Update
Monday, August 25, 2025
Courtesy of:

Paul Trinkoff, D.C.
60 Dutch Hill Rd #1
Orangeburg, NY 10962
(845) 359-8470

“Whatever the mind can
conceive and believe,
the mind can achieve.”
~ Jake LaMotta

Health Alert: Type 2 Diabetics at Elevated Fall Risk.
Examinations of 66 type 2 diabetics and 66 age-matched non-diabetic adults revealed that diabetics are more likely to exhibit proprioception errors and postural instability in the lower extremities, which can increase the risk for serious falls. The research team notes the type 2 diabetics with poor glycemic control and/or peripheral neuropathy experienced the greatest sensorimotor deficits.
Frontiers in Aging Neuroscience, June 2025

Diet: Lower-Sodium DASH Diet Can Help Manage High Blood Pressure in Type 2 Diabetics.
The DASH diet (Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension) is an eating plan rich in fruits, vegetables, whole grains, lean proteins, and low-fat dairy designed to lower blood pressure and promote heart health. A recent study found that a low-sodium version of the DASH diet to accommodate diabetes and kidney disease concerns reduced systolic blood pressure in hypertensive type 2 diabetics by 5 mmHg—a reduction associated with meaningful decreases in stroke, cardiovascular events, and heart failure risk.
JAMA Internal Medicine, June 2025

Exercise: Tips for Safer Outdoor Workouts.
While exercise outdoors has been shown to provide both physical and mental health benefits, it’s not without risk. To more safely engage in physical activity on the streets or in more natural settings, experts recommend gradually increasing duration and intensity, stretching, wearing proper footwear, staying visible, paying attention, and listening to your body.
Health & Wellness Journal, June 2025

Chiropractic: Trends in Modifiable Risk Factors for Low Back Pain.
Over the last 30 years, the burden of low back pain attributed to smoking has declined and has nearly been eclipsed by poor metabolic health. However, occupational exposures continue to be a leading cause of low back pain-related disability.
Arthritis Care & Research (Hoboken), March 2025

Mental Attitude: Teen Night Owls More Likely to Be Impulsive.
Among 210 teenagers, researchers found that those who preferred late bedtimes were more likely to display impulsive and self-destructive behaviors. Since these traits are linked to a higher risk of substance abuse, the findings suggest that encouraging healthier sleep habits in adolescents may help reduce alcohol and drug use in this population.
American Academy of Sleep Medicine, June 2025

Wellness/Prevention: Fitness Trackers May Be Less Accurate for Some Body Types.
Researchers at Northwestern University report that calorie-burn estimates are often less accurate for overweight and obese individuals due to differences in gait and body mechanics. The good news: with a few adjustments, app and device makers can update their algorithms to better reflect the energy expenditure of a more diverse user base.
Scientific Reports, June 2025

Paul Trinkoff, D.C.
60 Dutch Hill Rd #1
Orangeburg, NY 10962
(845) 359-8470