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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Scatena Chiropractic
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1019 Majestic Drive Suite 160
Lexington,
Kentucky
40513
When you're subject to the sharp throbbing of neck and shoulder pain on a regular basis, it can really take away from your sense of wellbeing and purpose in life. It can make the most practical activities much more demanding than usual, making the act of carrying groceries an impossible feat. If you want to regain your level of functioning, it is essential that you fully treat your condition. Dr. Anthony Scatena, DC at Scatena Chiropractic in Lexington, Kentucky offers quality chiropractic care that will thoroughly address all that is essential towards fully correcting your condition.
Hauptman Family Health Center
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Rodin Place, 2000 Hamilton Street Ste. 303
Philadelphia,
Pennsylvania
19130
Suffering from neck pain can be extremely discouraging. If you are living in constant discomfort due to chronic neck pain, getting the proper treatment is essential. Finding relief is not always easy, and when you are looking into treatment, you want to be sure you are receiving the best care possible. At Hauptman Family Health Center, they believe that a multidisciplinary, integrated and holistic approach to health can greatly improve the quality of life of their patients.Dr. Garret Hauptman DC, is dedicated to working with each patient to address their needs and concerns. Hauptman Family Health Center’s integrated approach to healthcare and wellness can help patients more than just traditional medicine. If you are looking for neck pain treatment in the Philadelphia, Pennsylvania area, Dr. Hauptman can help. The goal of chiropractic care is to improve the overall structure and function of the human form in order to promote its self-healing capabilities.
North East Spine and Sports Medicine
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1104 Arnold Ave.
Point Pleasant,
NJ
08742
Dr. Dimitrios Lambrou D.C. near Shrewsbury, Monmouth County believes that the human body is very capable of healing itself without the help of medication but sometimes, it just needs a push in the right direction. That's why she treats the chronic pain of herniated or bulging disc with the help of the latest technology of Spinal Decompression.
Lawrence Hospital Center | Outpatient Services
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55 Palmer Avenue, First Floor
Bronxville,
NY
10708
When searching for MRI services, you want superior quality and professionalism. Lawrence Hospital provides excellent, reliable MRI services and other imagery services for its patients. With a board certified staff of radiologists and technicians using the latest technology, you can expect the most accurate results. Lawrence Hospital has been serving patients from all over New York including Yonkers and White Plains, with a high profile, experienced staff. For more information, or to schedule a meeting with a qualified radiologist, call today.
New York Integrative Medical and Rehab
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632 Broadway, Ste 303 (btw. Bleecker & Houston)
New York City,
NY
10012
Are you experiencing shooting pain or numbness in your legs and back? Look to Dr. Steven Shoshany, a Downtown Manhattan chiropractor near the B, D, F, V, N, R, W, and 6 train with the skills and experience to offer comprehensive sciatica pain treatment. He combines both traditional and modern pain management techniques to give patients definitive holistic care. At New York Integrative Medical and Rehab, Dr. Shoshany utilizes advanced electro diagnostic EMG equipment to thoroughly evaluate a patient's condition.
Empire Physical Medicine & Pain Management
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551 5th Avenue Ste. 525
New York,
NY
10176
Are you suffering from chronic pain in the back, neck or shoulder area? One of the most common causes of devastating back pain is a pinched nerve. A pinched Nerve can often limit your ability to enjoy an active and energetic lifestyle due to the pain it causes. When over the counter remedies fail to brgin you lasting results, many turn to Surgery. Though effective, surgery can be both risky and expensive. At Empire Physical Medicine and Pain Mangaement, Dr. Steven Moalemi, M.D. offers residents of the Upper West Side Manhattan, NYC community his board Certified skill to safely and effectively treat pain caused by a pinched nerve.
NY Rehab, Pain Management & Medical Services, P.C.
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32-44 31st Street
Astoria,
NY
11106
Trying to find non-surgical treatments for L4-L5 Spondylolisthesis? Dr. Howard Goodman, DC, located in Astoria, Long Island City, Queens, NY offers a non-surgical solution to his patients who have Spondylolisthesis, with Spinal decompression.
Alberta Back and Neck Rehab
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4607 MacLeod Trail SW
Calgary,
Alberta
T2G 0A6
The pain associated with a herniated disc can be excruciating. It is often very hard to diagnose and treat because there are many different treatment options. For this reason, it is important to see a spinal decompression doctor. Dr. Drew Oliphant, DC at Alberta Back and Neck Rehab of Calgary, Alberta has helped a countless number of individuals recover permanently from a herniated disc.
Northeast Spine & Rehab
Call 888-266-9201
363 Route 111, St 107
Smithtown,
NY
11787
Are you looking for a chiropractor in Smithtown, Long Island? Dr. Stephen Lembo, DC has provided many people with lasting relief and has been able to treat even complex patients' conditions. His practice, Northeast Spine & Rehab is equipped with the latest technology.
Joint Effort Chiropractic
Call 914-908-5562
1241 Mamaroneck Ave
White Plains,
NY
10605
Golfer's elbow or tennis elbow can happen to anyone who performs repeated bending arm movements. If you're feeling discomfort around the elbow joint that is keeping you away from your favorite activities it's time to get treatment. At Joint Effort Chiropractic, Dr. Jonathan Donath, DC has extensive experience treating golfer's elbow and many other joint, muscle and tendon related injuries. For those in the White Plains, NY area relief is only a phone call away.
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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.
Utah Disc Center
Call 801-525-1471
471 West Heritage Park Blvd Suite 3
Layton,
UT
84041
When the agonizing pain of sciatica become too much to bear Dr. Michael Kunzler and his staff of qualified professionals at the Utah Disc Center in Kaysville, Utah, can help treat the pain so that it becomes nothing more than a distant memory.
Performance Rehabilitation & Sports Injury Center
Call 888-897-4870
459 Watchung Avenue
Watchung,
New Jersey
07069
Back pain can be debilitating and aggravating. In some cases, it can even leave you immobile or unable to go to work. When back pain becomes severe, it's time to see a medical professional who has the skill and technology to help you find the relief you need. Dr. Ronald Spiaggia DC, of Performance Rehabilitation and Sports Injury Center is a board certified licensed chiropractor that can help alleviate whatever might be bringing stress to your back. With offices accessible to all those in New Jersey, reliable chiropractic care is available to New Jersey residents of all ages.
Spinal Correction Center of Richmond
Call 888-804-5326
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.
Health Source Chiropractic and Progressive Rehab
Call (888) 836-8057
6163 SW Murray Blvd.
Beaverton,
Oregon
97008
If you or a loved one is suffering from a herniated disc, every moment you wait is more pain and suffering. By contacting Dr. Leif Choi, D.C. of HealthSource of Beaverton Chiropractic and Progressive Rehab serving the Portland, OR area, you can take a step towards healing. Dr. Choi ensures that each and every patient receives the individual attention he or she deserves. New technologies, just recently cleared by the FDA can provide the relief you need right away.
Roberts Family & Sports Chiropractic
Call 888-653-1365
8151 Ridge Avenue
Philadelphia,
Pennsylvania
19128
A painful back can be extremely discouraging in your daily life. In some sever cases, even getting out of bed can prove to be challenging and excruciating. Chronic back pain can escalate to serious conditions if proper treatment is not received. At Roberts Family and Sports Chiropractic in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, you can receive effective treatment for your back pain by trusted and friendly doctors.
Keller Chiropractic
Call 888-258-6297
729 Wythe Ave.
Williamsburg,
NY
11211
Feeling the melancholy reduction in your quality of life that comes from unexplained, chronic, debilitating pain is one of the most unfortunate situations that a person can experience. No one deserves to see their dreams slip away because they're in too much pain to go after them. The practitioners at Keller Chiropractic in Williamsburg, Brooklyn, New York understand how urgent is that you get better because you can't afford to lose any more time feeling pain.