Chiropractor, Dr. Michael Zola

04/21/2026

Treatment for Sacroiliac Joint Dysfunction.

For patients with sacroiliac joint dysfunction, a recent systematic review and meta-analysis found that muscle energy technique, mobilization, and therapeutic exercise were associated with reductions in pain and improvements in disability. Doctors of chiropractic routinely employ these and other conservative therapies in the management of sacroiliac joint dysfunction.

Journal of Bodywork and Movement Therapies, December 2025

Our office is a member of ChiroTrust and has taken The ChiroTrust Pledge:
“To the best of my ability, I agree to provide my patients convenient, affordable, and mainstream Chiropractic care. I will not use unnecessary long-term treatment plans and/or therapies.”
144 Waterman St. Providence, RI 02906
Open Mon.-Thur. 10-1 and 3-6
Same Day Appointments Welcome: Call 401-785-1978

04/20/2026

Moderate Social Media Use Linked to Better Teen Well-Being.

Assessments completed by more than 100,000 Australian youths found that excessive social media use (more than two hours a day) and total avoidance of social media are both associated with poorer wellbeing. Meanwhile, teens with moderate use (less than two hours a day), reported higher scores with respect to happiness, life satisfaction, and emotional regulation.

JAMA Pediatrics, January 2026

04/18/2026

Extra Virgin Olive Oil Linked to Brain Health.

Using data from the PREDIMED-Plus cohort study, researchers observed that a high intake of extra virgin olive oil—rich in polyphenols and other bioactive compounds—is associated with a greater abundance of gut bacteria linked to better cognitive function.

Microbiome, February 2026

04/17/2026

Can Lifestyle Changes Reverse Poor Heart Health?

To improve heart health, experts recommend several key lifestyle habits: follow a heart-healthy diet (such as the Mediterranean, DASH, vegetarian, or pescatarian diet), exercise regularly, avoid smoking, get adequate sleep, and maintain healthy weight, cholesterol, blood sugar, and blood pressure levels. It’s estimated that positive lifestyle changes can lower the risk of heart disease by up to 40%.

University of Southern California, February 2026

04/16/2026

Microplastics Detected in Prostate Tumor Tissue.

Examinations of prostate cancer tumors from ten patients revealed microplastic particles in all but one sample, with cancerous tissue containing approximately 2.5 times more plastic than adjacent benign tissue. The findings suggest that microplastic exposure may be a potential risk factor for prostate cancer through inflammation-related mechanisms, though further research is needed before firm conclusions can be drawn.

ASCO Genitourinary Cancers Symposium, February 2026

04/15/2026

Muscle Strength Matters for Senior Women Longevity.

University at Buffalo researcher report that among women aged 63 and older, higher muscle strength—as determined by grip strength and chair-stand performance—is linked to a lower risk of death in the following eight years after adjusting for aerobic activity, inflammation, and cardiovascular fitness. More specifically, each 7-kg (~15.42 lbs.) increase in grip strength was associated with a 12% lower death risk, while faster chair-stand times predicted a 4% reduction.

JAMA Network Open, February 2026

04/14/2026

Many Expectant Mothers Have Low Back Pain.

An analysis of data collected from 474 women during pregnancy revealed two-thirds experienced pregnancy-related low back pain with a third noting moderate-to-severe pain and disability. Further analysis revealed risk factors for pregnancy-related low back pain include excess gestational weight gain, a history of back pain, and repetitive or prolonged static work postures.

Pain Management Nursing, November 2025

04/13/2026

Reducing TV Time May Help Ward Off Depression.

According to a study that monitored more than 65,000 adults for four years, swapping out 60 minutes of daily TV viewing with physical activity of any intensity can reduce the risk of major depression by up to 19%.

European Psychiatry, February 2026

04/09/2026

Blood Pressure Uncontrolled in 4 Out of 5 Hypertensive Americans.

New research suggests that 79% of adults in the United States with hypertension do not have it under control, elevating their risk for heart attack, stroke, kidney disease, and dementia. However, for many of these individuals, their blood pressure readings are only slightly above target levels, suggesting that achieving normal readings is achievable with appropriate lifestyle changes.

Journal of the American Medical Association, February 2026

04/08/2026

Regular Exercise Protects Heart Health.

Using data from the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey, researchers found that adults who met physical activity guidelines—at least 150 minutes of moderate-to-vigorous exercise per week—had a 22% lower risk of cardiovascular disease. Those who exercised at least 300 minutes per week experienced a 30% lower risk.

Scientific Reports, October 2025

04/07/2026

reatment for Cervicogenic Headaches.

Cervicogenic headaches are secondary headaches that originate from dysfunction in the cervical spine or neck structures. An umbrella review that identified 31 systematic reviews and one clinical practice guideline concluded that spinal manipulative therapy—commonly used by chiropractors—is an effective non-pharmacological intervention for managing cervicogenic headaches.

Journal of Integrative and Complementary Medicine, February 2026

Our office is a member of Chiro Trust and has pledged to provide for our patients convenient, affordable, and mainstream Chiropractic care, without long term treatment plans or unnecessary therapies.
144 Waterman Street in Providence
www.drmichaelzolaonline.com
Open Mon.-Thur. 10-1 and 3-6
Same Day Appointments Welcome: Call 401-785-1978

03/24/2026

Heart Healthy Lifestyle Also Lowers Low Back Pain Risk.

Using data from the UK Biobank, researchers report that individuals who engage in a greater number of heart-healthy behaviors—including not smoking, obtaining adequate sleep, maintaining a healthy weight, eating a nutritious diet, engaging in regular physical activity, and maintaining healthy blood glucose, cholesterol, and blood pressure levels—were about 12% less likely to develop low back pain.

Spine Journal, November 2025

Zola Chiropractic Back and Neck Pain Relief
144 Waterman Street in Providence
www.drmichaelzolaonline.com
Open Mon.-Thur. 10-1 and 3-6
Same Day Appointments Welcome: Call 401-785-1978
Be sure to see us this week as the office will be closed from Friday, March 27, and we'll be back to care for you on Tuesday, April 7.
Yours In Health

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