Pathways Issue 8 Winter 2005 Article Summaries and References

 

Feature Article:

Listening with a Different Ear
Larry Palvesky, MD

This comprehensive article addresses the natural options for supporting the child with ear infections rather than suppressing the infection with antibiotics. Coming from the clinical experiences of a holistic pediatrician, Dr. Palevsky offers parents suggestions and options which enhance normal body function and healing. By addressing causes and solutions, this article allows parents to make lifestyle choices for the prevention of infections and care for the child who is exibiting the symptoms of ear infections.

This article is a must have for your families' natural remedy collection.

Dr. Palevsky believes in an integrative approach to his practice and applies a combination of western and eastern medical theories for those families who are interested in a broader medical approach to their children's health and wellness. He also uses nutrition as a major component of his work to help families achieve a greater level of health and awareness. He is a strong advocate of helping to educate and empower families. He strives to help parents access their knowledge and strengthen their confidences through their own experiences and intuition, thus supporting the idea that parents are the primary care providers for their children. In addition, Dr. Palevsky uses his integrative approach with children and families who experience such conditions as asthma, eczema, inflammatory bowel disease, ear infections, chronic congestion, diabetes, learning disabilities, developmental delays, side effects of chronic medication use and perceived vaccination damage. Case by case he incorporates and counsels about the benefits of acupuncture and Chinese Medicine, chiropractic work, osteopathy, cranial-sacral therapy, homeopathy, essential oils and natural healing modalities such as aromatherapy, yoga, Reiki, meditation, reflexology and mindfulness. Dr. Palevsky is available to offer an educational program to families and practitioners in the areas of nutrition for infants and children, safe and alternative treatments for common and difficult pediatric conditions, vaccination controversies, preventive and holistic health, mindful parenting and rethinking the medical paradigm.
Dr. Palevsky is a Fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics and President of both the American Board of Holistic Medicine and the Holistic Pediatric Association. www.hpakids.org

 

The Problem with Antibiotics: They are Anti-Life
Gary Null, PhD; Carolyn Dean, MD, ND; Martin Feldman, MD; Debra Rasio, MD; Dorothy Smith, PhD.

This article addresses the overuse of antibiotics and the responsibility of the powers-at be in this abuse

This article is excerpted from an article originally printed in November 2003 on Gary Null's website: www.garynull.com/Consumers/contactUs.aspx It is reprinted with permission

The Oversanitization of America
Rebecca Ephraim

The use of antibacterial soaps and lotions is being presented by opportunist corporations preying on the public's paranoid fears of germs. In this article, read why these soaps may be adding to our germ resistant problem and if they are really necessary.

Disclaimer: This column is for information only and no part of its contents should be construed as medical advice, diagnosis, recommendation or endorsement by Ms. Ephraim.
Rebecca Ephraim is a Registered Dietitian, Certified Clinical Nutritionist and a nutrition reporter specializing in integrative medicine issues. Rebecca Ephraim is the national health editor of Dragonfly Media (www.dragonflymedia.com) where this story first appeared. © Rebecca Ephraim. All rights reserved. Reprinted with permission

 

Coffee for Kids
Jeremy J Tietgen, D.C., F.I.C.P.A.

With the rise in coffee shops in all communities, and the alarmingly high consumption rate of soda products, more and more children are consuming caffeine. This article addresses the impact this consumption may be having on our children's health.

Dr. Tietgen is owner and practicing chiropractor of Tietgen Chiropractic & Wellness Center here Sioux Falls. Dr. Tietgen’s purpose is to educate his community, especially families, on how to achieve their optimal health potential by way of chiropractic and education. He invites you to help in this most noble cause by making smart decisions for your family that will last a healthy lifetime! Questions can be directed to him at tietgenchiropractic@midconetwork.com

 

Perspective is Paramount
Kevin Donka, DC

Dr. Donka's flare for using real life experinces to make valuable points is once again evident in this article. He emphasizes the imortance of perspective and its ability to change our lives.

Dr. Kevin Donka is a 1987 graduate of NCC and has been in private practice for 17 years. He has a large family practice that consists of 70% whole families, is 100% cash and 80% of new practice members have no initial complaint, but come instead for what he calls “Wholeness-based” care.
Dr. Donka was voted “Family Practice Chiropractor of the Year” in 2001 by a group of his peers; he is a frequent contributor to the Journal of the International Chiropractic Pediatric Association and many chiropractic college newspapers. In addition, he is one of the leaders of the National Success Teams Chiropractic Mastermind Alliance.
Dr. Donka began his company “Chirothots” in 2002 in order to help chiropractors and students teach what he calls “true chiropractic” in the simplest way possible while at the same time helping them continually expand the depth of their own understanding of the importance of chiropractic to the continued evolution and unfoldment of mankind.
Kevin lives in the Northwest suburbs of Chicago with his wife of 20 years Cristine and his five children. He has black belts in both Tae kwon do and hapkido, is an avid reader and plays twenty two different musical instruments.

 

Watch Your Language
Andrea Robertson

In this issue our Pregnancy Matters section offers parents the understanding that the words we speak to prenant women throughout pregnancy and birth have their impact on birth outcome. Valuable for both the practitioner and friends of the mother, this article will get you thinking about the power and impact of your words.

Andrea Robertson is a Consultant in Childbirth Education from Sydney, Australia. Her books include Preparing for Birth, Making Birth Easier, Empowering Women, and The Midwife Companion. As the Principal of Associates in Childbirth Education, an independent training organisation, she oversees the world's first Graduate Diploma in Childbirth Education, and presents highly acclaimed training workshops for midwives and educators on teaching and practical midwifery, within Australia, and in many overseas countries.

This article first appeared in The Practising Midwife, Volume 2 No 11, December 1999.
And has been reprinted, with permission of the author Andrea Robertson, from the Birth International website, www.birthinternational.com. For correspondence regarding this article, please email the author at andrea@birthinternational.com.

 

Women’s Innate Knowlege
Diane Barnes, CNM

This article addresses the current issues facing midwives and natural birth practitioners anlong with the vital understanding and respect for the intuitive perspective and its application in birth. What a wonderful article to offer parents the core reasons for choosing a midwife for birth.

Diane Barnes moved through the lateral stages of lay midwife to DEM to RNM to CNM, beginning in 1974. She recently sold her birth center of 20 years and retired to writing books about her experiences. Diane is a past MANA president, active supporter of all midwives and mother of 10, four of whom she recently adopted from Russia. She is also a grandmother to 21. Diane has published many articles regarding statistics and various childbirth situations.

"Copyright ©2004 Midwifery Today, Inc. All rights reserved. Reprinted with permission from Midwifery Today,
www.midwiferytoday.com” Visit Midwifery Today at www.midwiferytoday.comfor a tremendous resource of information on birth. you can sign up for their enewsletter and stay in touch with the latest research and clinical for natural birthing.

 

Breastfeed a Toddler — Why on Earth?
By Dr Jack Newman, MD, FRCPC

Addressing a topic that seems almost taboo in the Western World, Dr. Newman shows the benefits, research and practicalities of long term breastfeeding

JACK NEWMAN graduated from the University of Toronto medical school as a pediatrician in 1970. He started the first hospital-based breastfeeding clinic in Canada in 1984 at Toronto's Hospital for Sick Children. He has been a consultant with UNICEF for the Baby Friendly Hospital Initiative in Africa, and has published articles on the subject of breastfeeding in Scientific American and several medical journals. Dr. Newman has practised as a physician in Canada, New Zealand, and South Africa.
This article is copyrighted by Dr Jack Newman, 2003 and has been reprinted with permission as Pathways supports the WHO code on breastfeeding and upholds the WHO policy about the marketing of breast milk substitutes.
Contact Dr Jack @ drjacknewman@sympatico.ca and purchase his book: Guide to Breastfeeding (called The Ultimate Breastfeeding Book of Answers in the USA)

 

How to Have a Happy Marriage When You’re Busy Being Parents
Elizabeth Pantley

So much of our atttention as parents goes towards nuturing the child--this article gives us a moment to address the importance of nuturing our marriages.

Parts of this article are excerpted with permission from books by Elizabeth Pantley:
Kid Cooperation: How to Stop Yelling, Nagging and Pleading
Hidden Messages: What Our Words and Actions are Really Telling Our Children
http://www.pantley.com/elizabeth
by New Harbinger Publications, Inc. and by McGraw-Hill/Contemporary

 

Breaking the Stress Cycle
Jeff Ptak, DC

Addressing the causes of stress may seem overwhelming in our modern socities' hectic paces. Dr. Ptak helps us discern those stresses we can manage and offers viable solutions.

About the Author
Jeff Ptak, D.C., and Ptak Chiropractic Life Center are committed to serving the true health needs of as many people as are within reach. Dr. Ptak's practice is located in Santa Monica, CA.

 

Amusing Naturopathic Remedies from the Kitchen
Jaine Kirtley MRN RN Reg. Nurse Reg. Naturopath

Jaine Kirtley practises in Broadstairs and may be contacted on 01843 866075
email jaine.kirtley@health-naturopathy.co.uk
Courtesy of http://www.health-naturopathy.co.uk

 

Flu Season: Chance or Choice?
Jeanne Ohm, D.C.

With the "flu season" upon us and the frenzied push for vaccines, it is important for us to realize some of the lifestyle choices we make which either increase or decrease our susceptibility to the flu. When addressing health issues for our families, it is important for us to be aware of how we can holistically prevent rather than acutely treat symptoms.

 

Research Review:

Our research this issue supports our feature article with the substantial evidence that antibiotic treatment is often unnecessary and carry a safety risk to the whole poulation.

Here are the titles of the cited research:
Ear Infections: Antibiotics Not Necessary
Natural Ear Drops as Effective as Medicated Drops
'Good' Bacteria Prevent Repeat Ear Infections
Antibiotics Ineffective for Common Childhood Illnesses
More about Antibacterial hand soaps
American Academy of Pediatrics and American Academy of Family Physicians develop guidelines.
Intrapartum Antibiotic Exposure Raises Risk of Serious Infections in Infants
Tea Tree Oil and MRSA

Testimonial:

This issue's testimonial tells about a child with cronic sinusitis and how chiropractic care improved the child's overall health.

 

Family Wellness Forum:

The purpose of this column is to address questions from parents about choices for their children's health. this month's question addresses feeding solids to a 3 month old baby to "help him sleep."

References
1- The Origin of Pablum: http://www.mta.ca/faculty/arts/canadian_studies/english/about/study_guide/doctors/better_foods.html
2- Breastfeding References: http://www.icpa4kids.org/children/breastfeeding.htm
3- Co-sleeping references: http://www.icpa4kids.org/children/bonding.htm

 

My Breast Friend: Product Review

Our product review is the new support pillow: My Brest Friend. To read more about this innovative pillow, visit: www.mybrestfriend.com or call 415 883 5300. If you purchase a pillow, be sure to tell them you heard about them from Pathways.

 

 

 

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