Researchers at the University of South Carolina in Columbia report; “bright light therapy produced a significantly greater improvement than placebo in sleep disturbances specific to post-traumatic stress syndrome (PTSD).”
The study (see abstract 0706) will be presented during the 24th annual meeting of the Associated Professional Sleep Societies LLC. Continue reading Light therapy improves sleep in soldiers with post-traumatic stress syndrome
Hip protectors are a promising strategy to reduce the risk for hip fracture from a sideways fall. However, small changes in pad positioning may influence their protective benefit, according to this study by researchers at Simon Fraser University, in Burnaby, British Columbia. Continue reading Importance of placement on performance of hip protectors
Researchers from the University Hospital Zurich, in Switzerland reviewed the evidence. Continue reading Vitamin D reduces the risk of falls in older adults
Most discussions about the aftermath of trauma focus on the negative. However, some psychologists believe that although damaging, the experience of trauma can also inspire some people to change in positive ways — experience posttraumatic growth. Continue reading The effect of prayer on posttraumatic growth
 Many treatment options were reviewed.
The strongest evidence was for cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) to reduce psychological harm in children and adolescents following trauma. Continue reading Support for CBT following trauma in young people
Traumeel is a homeopathic anti-inflammatory and analgesic preparation containing 12 botanicals and 2 minerals.
Doctors in Germany compared it to conventional treatment for sprains, strains, and bruises. Continue reading Treating minor injuries with Traumeel