Exercise in workplace and community environments is excellent in halting low-back problems, while a variety of other popular interventions have little if any beneficial effect, according to a recent review of a number of high-scientific-quality clinical trials. Continue reading: Only Exercise Found to Prevent Low-Back Problems
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Injecting painkillers into the thin layer of fluid surrounding the brain and spinal cord can be effective in relieving pain and restoring function, but there are many risks associated with the procedure, which should be used only as a last resort, specialists said.
The physicians, who spoke at a meeting of the American Academy of Pain Medicine, criticized the freewheeling use of pain medications and technologies, which include implantable, programmable pumps and catheters to deliver the drugs.
Continue reading: Doctors Cautiously Endorse Cerebrospinal-Fluid Pain Therapy
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A study using a handful of large animals strongly suggests that stem cells transferred from the body's own fat can facilitate the repair of damaged spinal discs. Stem cell treatments appeared to increase disc tissue density, concentration of disc matrix proteins between the disc cells, and disc water content.
If clinical studies bear out the results of this research, it could represent a real breakthrough for the more than 300,000 patients undergoing spinal surgery every year.
Continue reading: Stem Cells Can Aid Spinal Disc Repair
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U.S. scientists have created a machine that allows the brain cells of paralyzed monkeys to circumvent a simulated damaged spinal cord and move muscles well enough to play a computer game. The University of Washington researchers, led by Chet Moritz and Eberhard Fetz, used a computer-controlled device to stimulate chemically immobilized muscles. Not only cells in the motor cortex - the brain area that controls movement - were investigated, but sensory cells, too. And they worked equally well. In fact, the scientists found that two-thirds of the neurons they tried could be utilized to move musculature.
Continue reading: A Step Toward Overcoming Paralysis
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Smoking causes cancer, lung disease and heart attacks, and disrupts body chemistry in such dangerous ways that a host of other ailments can result. So it's not surprising that even back problems might be caused by nicotine and smoke ingestion. Indeed, the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) says smoking diminishes the blood supply to the bones, and saps them of calcium, both of which increase the possibility of the onset of osteoporosis. Suggestive of the relationship between smoking and back issues, one's chances for success after back surgery improve dramatically if one is a nonsmoker or has ceased smoking.
Continue reading: Smoking's Link to Back Problems
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Spinal Decompression has had many technological milestones. Some early tables were just straight pulley tables which were slightly more advanced than traction because they were software driven, yet they would only allow a set amount of pressure. Over time, spinal decompression tables were developed to have a ramp up and ramp down speed of distraction - making for a much smoother experience for the patient. Later advances followed in the form of belting and improved patient comfort.
Continue reading: The Progression of Spinal Decompression
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Spinal Decompression is a non-invasive, non-surgical technology where a patient is placed onto an instrument which belts them in and separates their lower body from their upper body. This allows for pressure to be relieved on certain joints and structures in either the lumbar or cervical regions of the spine. The treatment lasts about 15 to 20 minutes, depending on the type of device being used. Patients are usually placed on a protocol that is software driven.
Continue reading: What is Spinal Decompression Therapy?
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Back injuries, with their associated pain, are so widespread that they have become the costliest health care problem for those in the 30-50 age range. So says the Journal of the American Medical Association. "Back pain is probably the commonest reason people seek help for pain management other than acute post-surgical pain," says Dr. Michael Ramsay, chief of the department of anesthesiology and pain management at Baylor University Medical Center at Dallas.
Continue reading: When to See a Doctor for Back Pain
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Treating and preventing chronic neck pain can often be successfully accomplished by something as simple as adopting correct posture while waking and sleeping. While the pain sufferer can treat the symptoms of frequent neck "cricks" with neck stretch exercises, painkillers or ice applications, the symptoms' root causes must be dealt with differently. These root causes often involve some kind of poor posture, says Dr. Brian Bruel, an assistant professor of physical medicine and rehabilitation on the one hand, and anesthesiology and pain management on the other, at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center. Posture violators might crouch over a desk all day long, slouch on a sofa while watching TV, or contort themselves while reading.
Continue reading: One Simple Solution to Neck Pain: Good Posture
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Two pilot studies show that a new non-surgical spinal decompression treatment has a beneficial effect on lower back pain, and that it seems to benefit the morphology of the spine by increasing disc height. One study, authored by Dr. John Leslie of the Mayo Clinic and others, found that clinical use of a spinal decompression system led to an 88.9 percent reduction in pain scores over the course of six weeks, as well as improvement in Oswestry disability scores and a drop in consumption of pain medications.
Continue reading: Preliminary Data a Boon for New Spinal Decompression
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Roberts Family & Sports Chiropractic
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8151 Ridge Avenue
Philadelphia,
Pennsylvania
19128
Suffer from a herniated disc or bulging disc? Have you tried over-the-counter drugs or even surgery, but still feel unbearable pain. Do not give up hope. Dr. Lenny Roberts DC of Roberts Family and Sports Chiropractic in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, is an experienced doctor who utilizes the latest in chiropractic techniques to bring relief for herniated and bulging discs.
Keller Chiropractic
Call 888-258-6297
729 Wythe Ave.
Williamsburg,
NY
11211
There are few things more horrifying than living with the unthinkable powerlessness of chronic, crippling back pain making you unable to provide for your family and too sick to undergo dangerous, invasive back surgery. No one should have to know the pain of seeing their loved ones' privations while body deteriorates and they can't be there for them. The practitioners at Keller Chiropractic in Williamsburg, Brooklyn, New York understand that so much depends on your getting better and they offer alternative treatments that are sensitive to the needs of your body.
Hoboken Integrated HealthCare
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91 Washington Street
Hoboken,
New Jersey
07030
Have you or a loved one recently sustained an orthopedic injury? Do you finding your self relying on painkillers just to get through the work day? Are you even considering surgery, because no other treatment plans have proven effective? With over 45 years of medical experience, Dr. Mary Salmon, M.D. offers the people of Hoboken a way to live beyond pain. Using some of the best non-surgical techniques available today, Dr. Salmon get help you get back to all the things you love. If you or your loved ones are searching for comprehensive pain management services in the Hoboken, New Jersey area, contact Integrated Healthcare today.
Utah Disc Center
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471 West Heritage Park Blvd Suite 3
Layton,
UT
84041
Disc Degeneration can be extremely debilitating. If you or someone you know suffers from Degenerative Disc Disease, Dr. Michael Kunzler at the Utah Disc Center is a great spinal decompression doctor to visit. Conveniently located in Salt Lake City, Utah, the team at the Utah Disc Center is available to answer any of your questions.
Lawrence Hospital Center | Outpatient Services
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55 Palmer Avenue, First Floor
Bronxville,
NY
10708
Modern diagnostic medicine has become increasingly more expensive as it has gotten more accurate and dependable; digital MRI services are particularly useful to doctors and surgeons when they need to make the right diagnosis and prescribe the best treatment. Lawrence Hospital Center serving Bedford Park, New York makes digital MRI services and other medical imaging affordable for the community they serve while offering the best contemporary medicine can give.
Associates in Family Chiropractic & Natural Health Care, P.C.
Call (203) 242-0165
156 East Avenue
Norwalk,
CT
06851
Are you experiencing back pain? You're not alone if you do. Lower back pain affects over 80% of the population at any given time. Back pain is one of the main reasons why people call in sick at work and it costs employers millions of dollars each year. Dr. Risa Sloves, DC and Dr. Mark Joachim, DC have over 18 years of experience treating people with lower back pain without drugs or surgery in Fairfield County.
Spinal Relief Center USA
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13325 100th Ave NE Ste B&C
Kirkland,
Washington
98034
Are you looking to effectively treat your back pain, but don't know where you can find a back pain doctor who is qualified to treat you right? At Spinal Relief Center USA in Seattle, WA, Dr. Jeremy Meadows, DC is a qualified chiropractor who understands how difficult it is to live life with debilitating pain, which is why he is committed to delivering effective care that will permanently eliminate your pain.
MedWell, L.L.C. Sports Medicine & Physical Therapy
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33 Central Ave
Midland Park,
NJ
07432
Neuropathy is a condition that affects that comes as a result of damage to the nervous system. It manifests itself physically depending on the types of nerves damaged. A common cause for many is diabetes. The presence of high blood glucose levels damages nerves causing pain in the body. The doctors and staff at Medwell Sports medicine & Physical Therapy located in Northern New Jersey, NJ, are experienced in providing treatment for neuropathy. They employ the use of an infrared laser to treat the painful, sensitive areas of the body and allow patients to get back to living. If you have been living with diabetes and your body is becoming increasingly painful, contact Medwell today.
Spinal Correction Center of Richmond
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8536 Patterson Ave.
Richmond,
Virginia
23229
If you are one of the many people struggling with back pain, you are not alone. Back pain is one of the most common afflictions affecting adults today. The Spinal Correction Center of Richmond is committed to providing you with the highest quality chiropractic care, spinal decompression, and postural correction. With years of experience helping patients, Dr. Michael Mulvaney, DC, not only gives you the best in standard chiropractic care, he also specializes in Lumbar (Spinal) Decompression. If pain is keeping you from doing everyday activities, there is now a safe, non-surgical way to treat it.
Chiropractic Life Center
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400 Barton Boulevard, Suite 201
Rockledge,
Florida
32955
Is constant pain from Sciatica making simple activities, such as sitting and standing, an impossible feat? Are you afraid to simply laugh or sneeze in fear of aggravating the pain? Then you should receive quality treatment at the Chiropractic Life Center in Rockledge County, Florida, where Dr. Michael Bishop as well as the rest of the team are dedicated to helping you fight against Sciatica.
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224 Midland Ave.
Saddle Brook,
New Jersey
07663
That pain in your legs just won't go away, and any extended amount of time on your feet causes serious pain. When you sit it feels a little better, but the pain is a lot to bear. These are common symptoms of spinal stenosis, a painful spinal condition common with aging. For effective treatment that can put a stop to your pain, call Dr. Peter Ferraro in Passaic County, New Jersey. As a back and neck pain expert, Dr. Ferraro uses the next generation of spinal decompression technology to give patients relief from pain.
Westchester Non-Surgical Spine and Sports Care
Call (914) 202-0700
12 Old Mamaroneck Rd.
Wht Plns,
NY
10605
If you are among the growing number of Americans who have been unable to get long term relief for your neck pain due to a pinched nerve by relying on the shortcomings of traditional medicine, safe and effective solutions can be found at Westchester Non-Surgical Spine and Sports Care. Serving the Bronx, New York, Westchester Non-Surgical Spine and Sports Care has non-invasive technology proven to not only alleviate neck pain, but also increase your range of motion
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Plasma Disc Decompression Sarasota County, FL
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224 Midland Ave.
Saddle Brook,
New Jersey
07663
Are you suffering from pain in your back? Low back pain can develop to envelop ones whole life turning simple-to-do activities into dreadful tasks. If you have been living with pain there is a New Jersey doctor who may be able to help. Dr. Peter M Ferraro has been assisting people with lower back pain using his knowledge of the musculoskeletal system with his expertise in chiropractic practice. He offers an approach to relieving back pain by having at the patient%u2019s disposal a wide variety of treatments. If you are looking for treatment, look no further than Dr. Ferraro.
Westchester Spinal Decompression Center
Call 914-908-5562
1241 Mamaroneck Ave
White Plains,
NY
10605
Back pain can be extremely distressing. Not only can it can effect your entire body, but it can effect you mentally and emotionally as well. Chronic back pain affects eighty percent of adults at least once in their life. A painful back isn't something to ignore. Traditional treatments like pain killers only mask the pain, and many are reluctant to seek professional help because they want to avoid surgery. At Westchester Spinal Decompression Center, Dr. Jonathan Donath, DC specializes in non-surgical spinal decompression. This innovative procedure is only one of the many treatments offered at Westchester Spinal Decompression Center, which has offices easily accessible to the Bronx, New York area.
Empire Physical Medicine & Pain Management
Call (888) 898-7795
551 5th Avenue Ste. 525
New York,
NY
10176
Is leg pain hampering your active lifestyle? Does constant leg pain make it impossible to simply relax at home? For many dealing with constant leg pain from a compressed nerve, a non-surgical, safe and affordable treatment exists. If you're tired of over the counter remedies only barely proving a break from the pain the ExtenTrac Elite can help. An ExtenTrac Certified Practice offers the next generation of spinal decompression treatment for those who suffer in the Upper West Side Manhattan, NYC area.
Paoli Chiropractic
Call 888-423-5915
15 Industrial Boulevard Suite 202
Paoli,
PA
19301
Are you always in pain? Do you fear moving because of this pain? People often resort to using pills, but they only treat the symptoms never getting to the source of the problem. Don't continue the cycle, break free. For lasting low back pain relief, Dr. Joel A. Stutzman DC of Paoli Chiropractic in Chester County, PA uses spinal decompression.
New York Integrative Medical and Rehab
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632 Broadway, Ste 303 (btw. Bleecker & Houston)
NYC,
NY
10012
For spine pain as a result of scoliosis and several other back associated ailments, call Dr. Steven Shoshany, DC in New York City near the B, D, F, V, N, R, W, and 6 trains. As a caring and competent professional who uses advanced treatment methods to correct the spine, Dr. Shoshany utilizes spinal decompression therapy and other non-surgical treatments like chiropractic, patients can find lasting relief from back pain.