CEO Newsletter 2008 - Number 5
Contents
1. Hats Off Award (Twice)
2. Linking Your Cholesterol to Stress
3. Heath Ledger – The Man Who Fell on His Tablets and Died?
1. Hats Off to Dr. Hawkins!
Hi Richard,
Thanks for the SRE's sent. Unfortunately I didn't get them till the next morning, but did the talk anyway. I rustled up one or two of mine and hid names, plus a couple of others already done on calls. Was going to use an adapted PP you sent as well, but had technical difficulties, so replayed a recording of me.
Only 3 G.P. 's came out of 60 invited. 11 others had commitments and 3 expressed an interest to visit at another time. (I wonder how much of my subconscious produced a small group - what I could handle)
They asked lots of questions regarding how I would schedule care. I told them it was dependant on what degree of neurological instability, based on examination findings. I gave examples. They loved the bilateral scales. Kept hopping on and off - couldn't believe they were 4kg off. Nice that it was reproducible.
Discussed the system and what "society" expects and where the "push" that drives the system comes from. I think they are very aware. One comment from one of the GP's that practices homeopathy rather than traditional med, was that he believed that we and others like himself would only affect the fringes of the health crisis as there is so much inertia, and money behind the way the system works.
All in all they stayed for 2 hrs, which was way beyond the time I had allowed for, but I was excited because they were interested, asked questions, had some philosophical differences that we debated and maybe ... little changes - one bite at a time!
Thank you Richard.
Steve
Editor’s notes: The first point you need to know here is that Dr. Hawkins is a rather strong introvert yet with that he leaps into the lion’s den and pulls this extraordinary event off with grace and style. The tremendous energy it takes him to do this costs him dearly; but, as he noted because he has pushed to do this type of confrontation it is getting easier.. Now just stop for a moment and apply this to not only your practice but to the profession. What do you think would be the end result if every one of us hosted one of these nights? Hats Off Award to Dr. Steve Hawkins!!!
2. Linking Your Cholesterol to Stress
MSNBC November 29, 2005 Health Psychology November 2005; 24(6)
Your body's reaction to stress may raise your odds of developing high cholesterol.
Chronic Stress and Heart Disease
A new study has shown that middle-aged adults, if their cholesterol rose in response to a stressful task, were more likely to develop high cholesterol years later. Several studies have shown a connection between chronic stress and heart disease; it's possible that stress-related cholesterol changes may contribute to this.
A new study has shown that middle-aged adults, if their cholesterol rose in response to a stressful task, were more likely to develop high cholesterol years later. Several studies have shown a connection between chronic stress and heart disease; it's possible that stress-related cholesterol changes may contribute to this.
Three-Year Study
Researchers tracked almost 200 middle-aged adults. At the start of the study, participants performed stressful tasks, and their blood cholesterol was measured before and after. Three years later, their blood cholesterol was measured again. Those who had the greatest cholesterol response to stress were also the most likely to have high cholesterol.
13 Times More Likely
It was determined that:
The group with the highest stress response was 13 times more likely than the group with the lowest response to develop high cholesterol
They were also four times more likely to have high levels of LDL ("bad") cholesterol
Modifying Response with Stress Management
Changes in metabolism in response to stress may ultimately cause the liver to boost production of LDL particles. Stress can also temporarily limit the body's clearance of cholesterol from the blood.
It's possible that such effects could be modified if people changed their conscious responses using stress management techniques.
Editor’s notes: As we continue to look at Chiropractic as something beyond the limiting concept of a mechanical application and start viewing it as a way of improving our stress response, it means that we must go back to our College education and revisit much of what we deemed “not that important”. The first subject I suggest is Basic Neurophysiology. The CEO program started with the concept that we (individuals and the profession) needed to re direct the concepts of Chiropractic away from bone and joint manipulators and toward the neurological impact. I saw this as something we could easily grasp as we continue to recognize that Chiropractic does focus on the nervous system (albeit, for most at the vertebral level). So even with this limited approach we must have a sound understanding of the basic neurophysiological responses of the body. One of the most basic has to be the role of the Autonomic Nervous system. We need to know beyond any doubt information such as: Where is the centre of control of the autonomics locate?; What are the divisions? How to they effect our health? What does Chiropractic care do to them and how do we use this in relationship to patient’s health challenges? These questions reflect the future of the Profession. Part of our problem is that we are a very complaisant profession. Our focus has become more about monetary return than improving our effectiveness. When speaking to DCs, especially in the USA, one of the first questions I get is, “Can I bill for it?”, not “Will this improve the quality of my care?” or “Will this provide proof to expand the Scope of Practice?”
So where do we start? First you really need to stop for just a minute and ask yourself a couple of simple questions such as: If alI have to do is just keep “pounding down the high spots” or “cracking backs”, does that fulfil my hopes and dreams of Chiropractic practice?
How much effort am I willing to put into learning how to do Chiropractic better?
Am I willing to sit back and let the medical profession direct my practice and our profession to the point where we are under their control?
If any of this bothers you, then do something about it!
3. Heath Ledger – The Man Who Fell on His Tablets and Died?
Submitted by Dr Nick Hodgson on Sun, 10/02/2008 - 10:49am.
“Accidental Death” – that’s an intriguing choice of words to describe how the life of another highly talented, hugely successful, and overtly admired, rich and famous person ended. The words I would choose are “negligent death”.
Either Heath was negligent for taking such an obviously dangerous mix of strong medications without any knowledge of the possible interactions and outcomes; OR, negligent on the part of his health care providers for being responsible, or irresponsible, for him being in possession of such a lethal mix of drugs. This man should not be dead yet.
Let’s take a look at what this guy put into his mouth: In simple terms he took a mix of painkillers, sleeping pills, and anti-anxiety medications…
Oxycodone (OxyContin) – Narcotic pain killer – Usually prescribed for moderate to severe pain. Should not be combined with alcohol, other narcotic pain medications, sedatives, tranquilizers, muscle relaxers, or other medicines that can make you sleepy or slow your breathing.
Hydrocodone (eg Vicodin) – Narcotic pain killer – Has an analgesic potency similar to or greater than that of oral morphine. Hydrocodone may increase the effects of other drugs that cause drowsiness, including alcohol, antihistamines, pain relievers, and anxiety medicines: Dangerous sedation, dizziness, or drowsiness may occur if hydrocodone is taken with any of these medications
Diazepam (Valium) – Anti-anxiety pill – In a group of drugs called benzodiazepines. Diazepam is used to treat anxiety disorders, alcohol withdrawal symptoms, or muscle spasms. Before taking diazepam, tell your doctor if you are using any of the following drugs: narcotic medications such as hydrocodone, oxycodone.
Alprazolam – Anti-anxiety pill - Alprazolam is used to treat anxiety and panic disorders. It belongs to a class of medications called benzodiazepines. Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you take drugs that cause drowsiness such as: medicine for sleep, narcotic pain relievers, antihistamines.
Temazepam (Xanax) – Sleeping tablet – Is in a group of drugs called benzodiazepines: Used to treat insomnia symptoms, such as trouble falling or staying asleep.
Doxylamine – Sleeping tablet – Doxylamine is an antihistamine: Used for treating occasional sleeplessness and difficulty falling asleep.
Now if we summarise – that’s two types of narcotic pain killers (similar to morphine), three benzodiazepines, and one antihistamine – none of which should be mixed with the other!
These aren’t just over the counter Paracetamol and St John’s Wort tablets we are talking about – Each one individually could take someone’s life if taken in the wrong amounts.
I’ll be honest – I’m perplexed as to how bad Heath must have told his MDs that he was feeling for them to be swayed to prescribe some if not all of these meds? “Hey doc I’m having trouble sleeping and my mind is racing.” “Well, how about I give you some Hydrocodone – it’s as strong as Morphine.” What the…?
"Accidental death": What happened - did he walk into his bedroom, trip over and land on the bottles which knocked them down his throat? Let's be brutally honest, this guy sat with a glass of water (and hopefuly not a glass of scotch which would make the mix even more lethal) and swallowed at least six heavy duty tablets in a short space of time.
So what happens that these celebrities seem to have much more lethal tablets in their bathroom cabinet than the rest of us?
Do they get given stronger pills because they are more important than the rest of us? "I'm a very important person, I've gotta be filming on the set tomorrow - you'd better give me the best pills you've got". Do MDs bow to this kind of customer pressure and prescribe stronger than normal meds?
Do MDs get "star struck" and give "wonder drugs" that they would not normally prescribe. "I'd better give this famous person the best stuff, then they might think I'm the best doc in town - and I might become the "doctor of the stars"."
Do the pills not work very well, so the patient "doctor shops", getting a stonger and more potent med each time, while collecting the half-empty bottles, which in a moment of weakness, suffering or pain - the patient decides "maybe if I take one of each - one of them has gotta' do the job".
Do we have a well-concealed celebrity pack of prescription drug addicts (until they blow up in car parks, A-list parties or are found dead in their bedroom)? Five of the six drugs above are well-known addictive substances, often used by pill abusers, and often combined for maximum relief.
Do we have a medical system that lacks fail-safe precautions. These are dangerous drugs - how hard would it be to have an online prescription registry where a patient gets listed when prescribed this strength of med? Then if a person visits another MD they can cross-check the history before signing off on yet another bottle.
Editor’s Note: Having attended a module of Dr. Jay Holder’s Program on Addictionology this weekend, this article really hits home. I strongly suggest you look into program. What he has managed to put together is fantastic and if you think it isn’t about Chiropractic all I can say is “WOW are you wrong!” Another “Hats Off Award” goes to Dr. Holder and what he is doing for Chiropractic.
The article was send to me by Dr. Nick Hodgson who is hosting the Advanced TRT Seminar in Australia in June. I will be presenting there. Also something to note - This weekend is the basic TRT in Las Vegas. Contact www.acacd.com for details.
Ad Summum Nitamur!
Richard G. Barwell, DC,
Chiropractic Equity Offices Inc.,
#503 - 188 Pinellas Lane, Cocoa Beach Fl, USA – 32931
Phone 321 868 5690
E-mail: tequityc@aol.com
Web site: http:www,subluxationinhd.com
1. Hats Off Award (Twice)
2. Linking Your Cholesterol to Stress
3. Heath Ledger – The Man Who Fell on His Tablets and Died?
1. Hats Off to Dr. Hawkins!
Hi Richard,
Thanks for the SRE's sent. Unfortunately I didn't get them till the next morning, but did the talk anyway. I rustled up one or two of mine and hid names, plus a couple of others already done on calls. Was going to use an adapted PP you sent as well, but had technical difficulties, so replayed a recording of me.
Only 3 G.P. 's came out of 60 invited. 11 others had commitments and 3 expressed an interest to visit at another time. (I wonder how much of my subconscious produced a small group - what I could handle)
They asked lots of questions regarding how I would schedule care. I told them it was dependant on what degree of neurological instability, based on examination findings. I gave examples. They loved the bilateral scales. Kept hopping on and off - couldn't believe they were 4kg off. Nice that it was reproducible.
Discussed the system and what "society" expects and where the "push" that drives the system comes from. I think they are very aware. One comment from one of the GP's that practices homeopathy rather than traditional med, was that he believed that we and others like himself would only affect the fringes of the health crisis as there is so much inertia, and money behind the way the system works.
All in all they stayed for 2 hrs, which was way beyond the time I had allowed for, but I was excited because they were interested, asked questions, had some philosophical differences that we debated and maybe ... little changes - one bite at a time!
Thank you Richard.
Steve
Editor’s notes: The first point you need to know here is that Dr. Hawkins is a rather strong introvert yet with that he leaps into the lion’s den and pulls this extraordinary event off with grace and style. The tremendous energy it takes him to do this costs him dearly; but, as he noted because he has pushed to do this type of confrontation it is getting easier.. Now just stop for a moment and apply this to not only your practice but to the profession. What do you think would be the end result if every one of us hosted one of these nights? Hats Off Award to Dr. Steve Hawkins!!!
2. Linking Your Cholesterol to Stress
MSNBC November 29, 2005 Health Psychology November 2005; 24(6)
Your body's reaction to stress may raise your odds of developing high cholesterol.
Chronic Stress and Heart Disease
A new study has shown that middle-aged adults, if their cholesterol rose in response to a stressful task, were more likely to develop high cholesterol years later. Several studies have shown a connection between chronic stress and heart disease; it's possible that stress-related cholesterol changes may contribute to this.
A new study has shown that middle-aged adults, if their cholesterol rose in response to a stressful task, were more likely to develop high cholesterol years later. Several studies have shown a connection between chronic stress and heart disease; it's possible that stress-related cholesterol changes may contribute to this.
Three-Year Study
Researchers tracked almost 200 middle-aged adults. At the start of the study, participants performed stressful tasks, and their blood cholesterol was measured before and after. Three years later, their blood cholesterol was measured again. Those who had the greatest cholesterol response to stress were also the most likely to have high cholesterol.
13 Times More Likely
It was determined that:
The group with the highest stress response was 13 times more likely than the group with the lowest response to develop high cholesterol
They were also four times more likely to have high levels of LDL ("bad") cholesterol
Modifying Response with Stress Management
Changes in metabolism in response to stress may ultimately cause the liver to boost production of LDL particles. Stress can also temporarily limit the body's clearance of cholesterol from the blood.
It's possible that such effects could be modified if people changed their conscious responses using stress management techniques.
Editor’s notes: As we continue to look at Chiropractic as something beyond the limiting concept of a mechanical application and start viewing it as a way of improving our stress response, it means that we must go back to our College education and revisit much of what we deemed “not that important”. The first subject I suggest is Basic Neurophysiology. The CEO program started with the concept that we (individuals and the profession) needed to re direct the concepts of Chiropractic away from bone and joint manipulators and toward the neurological impact. I saw this as something we could easily grasp as we continue to recognize that Chiropractic does focus on the nervous system (albeit, for most at the vertebral level). So even with this limited approach we must have a sound understanding of the basic neurophysiological responses of the body. One of the most basic has to be the role of the Autonomic Nervous system. We need to know beyond any doubt information such as: Where is the centre of control of the autonomics locate?; What are the divisions? How to they effect our health? What does Chiropractic care do to them and how do we use this in relationship to patient’s health challenges? These questions reflect the future of the Profession. Part of our problem is that we are a very complaisant profession. Our focus has become more about monetary return than improving our effectiveness. When speaking to DCs, especially in the USA, one of the first questions I get is, “Can I bill for it?”, not “Will this improve the quality of my care?” or “Will this provide proof to expand the Scope of Practice?”
So where do we start? First you really need to stop for just a minute and ask yourself a couple of simple questions such as: If alI have to do is just keep “pounding down the high spots” or “cracking backs”, does that fulfil my hopes and dreams of Chiropractic practice?
How much effort am I willing to put into learning how to do Chiropractic better?
Am I willing to sit back and let the medical profession direct my practice and our profession to the point where we are under their control?
If any of this bothers you, then do something about it!
3. Heath Ledger – The Man Who Fell on His Tablets and Died?
Submitted by Dr Nick Hodgson on Sun, 10/02/2008 - 10:49am.
“Accidental Death” – that’s an intriguing choice of words to describe how the life of another highly talented, hugely successful, and overtly admired, rich and famous person ended. The words I would choose are “negligent death”.
Either Heath was negligent for taking such an obviously dangerous mix of strong medications without any knowledge of the possible interactions and outcomes; OR, negligent on the part of his health care providers for being responsible, or irresponsible, for him being in possession of such a lethal mix of drugs. This man should not be dead yet.
Let’s take a look at what this guy put into his mouth: In simple terms he took a mix of painkillers, sleeping pills, and anti-anxiety medications…
Oxycodone (OxyContin) – Narcotic pain killer – Usually prescribed for moderate to severe pain. Should not be combined with alcohol, other narcotic pain medications, sedatives, tranquilizers, muscle relaxers, or other medicines that can make you sleepy or slow your breathing.
Hydrocodone (eg Vicodin) – Narcotic pain killer – Has an analgesic potency similar to or greater than that of oral morphine. Hydrocodone may increase the effects of other drugs that cause drowsiness, including alcohol, antihistamines, pain relievers, and anxiety medicines: Dangerous sedation, dizziness, or drowsiness may occur if hydrocodone is taken with any of these medications
Diazepam (Valium) – Anti-anxiety pill – In a group of drugs called benzodiazepines. Diazepam is used to treat anxiety disorders, alcohol withdrawal symptoms, or muscle spasms. Before taking diazepam, tell your doctor if you are using any of the following drugs: narcotic medications such as hydrocodone, oxycodone.
Alprazolam – Anti-anxiety pill - Alprazolam is used to treat anxiety and panic disorders. It belongs to a class of medications called benzodiazepines. Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you take drugs that cause drowsiness such as: medicine for sleep, narcotic pain relievers, antihistamines.
Temazepam (Xanax) – Sleeping tablet – Is in a group of drugs called benzodiazepines: Used to treat insomnia symptoms, such as trouble falling or staying asleep.
Doxylamine – Sleeping tablet – Doxylamine is an antihistamine: Used for treating occasional sleeplessness and difficulty falling asleep.
Now if we summarise – that’s two types of narcotic pain killers (similar to morphine), three benzodiazepines, and one antihistamine – none of which should be mixed with the other!
These aren’t just over the counter Paracetamol and St John’s Wort tablets we are talking about – Each one individually could take someone’s life if taken in the wrong amounts.
I’ll be honest – I’m perplexed as to how bad Heath must have told his MDs that he was feeling for them to be swayed to prescribe some if not all of these meds? “Hey doc I’m having trouble sleeping and my mind is racing.” “Well, how about I give you some Hydrocodone – it’s as strong as Morphine.” What the…?
"Accidental death": What happened - did he walk into his bedroom, trip over and land on the bottles which knocked them down his throat? Let's be brutally honest, this guy sat with a glass of water (and hopefuly not a glass of scotch which would make the mix even more lethal) and swallowed at least six heavy duty tablets in a short space of time.
So what happens that these celebrities seem to have much more lethal tablets in their bathroom cabinet than the rest of us?
Do they get given stronger pills because they are more important than the rest of us? "I'm a very important person, I've gotta be filming on the set tomorrow - you'd better give me the best pills you've got". Do MDs bow to this kind of customer pressure and prescribe stronger than normal meds?
Do MDs get "star struck" and give "wonder drugs" that they would not normally prescribe. "I'd better give this famous person the best stuff, then they might think I'm the best doc in town - and I might become the "doctor of the stars"."
Do the pills not work very well, so the patient "doctor shops", getting a stonger and more potent med each time, while collecting the half-empty bottles, which in a moment of weakness, suffering or pain - the patient decides "maybe if I take one of each - one of them has gotta' do the job".
Do we have a well-concealed celebrity pack of prescription drug addicts (until they blow up in car parks, A-list parties or are found dead in their bedroom)? Five of the six drugs above are well-known addictive substances, often used by pill abusers, and often combined for maximum relief.
Do we have a medical system that lacks fail-safe precautions. These are dangerous drugs - how hard would it be to have an online prescription registry where a patient gets listed when prescribed this strength of med? Then if a person visits another MD they can cross-check the history before signing off on yet another bottle.
Editor’s Note: Having attended a module of Dr. Jay Holder’s Program on Addictionology this weekend, this article really hits home. I strongly suggest you look into program. What he has managed to put together is fantastic and if you think it isn’t about Chiropractic all I can say is “WOW are you wrong!” Another “Hats Off Award” goes to Dr. Holder and what he is doing for Chiropractic.
The article was send to me by Dr. Nick Hodgson who is hosting the Advanced TRT Seminar in Australia in June. I will be presenting there. Also something to note - This weekend is the basic TRT in Las Vegas. Contact www.acacd.com for details.
Ad Summum Nitamur!
Richard G. Barwell, DC,
Chiropractic Equity Offices Inc.,
#503 - 188 Pinellas Lane, Cocoa Beach Fl, USA – 32931
Phone 321 868 5690
E-mail: tequityc@aol.com
Web site: http:www,subluxationinhd.com
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