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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Waterfront Institute for Spine and Joint Rehabilitation
Call (888) 319-4510
115 River Rd, Bld 10
Edgewater,
New Jersey
07020
If your experiencing chronic pain in you neck or back Waterfront Institute in Clifton New Jersey can help.
Back & Neck Pain Center of Greenwich, P.C.
Call (888) 847-1821
100 Melrose Ave # 101
Greenwich,
CT
06830
Seeking relief from back pain? DRX 9000 is the treatment you are looking for. Try it with Dr. Adrian Marcus at Greenwich Pain Relief in Fairfield County which offers more than 15 different non-surgical pain-relieving therapies. He is a Diplomate of the Academy of Medical Acupuncture and is in charge of the Back and Neck Pain Center at Greenwich.
Hauptman Family Health Center
Call 888-551-0868
Rodin Place, 2000 Hamilton Street Ste. 303
Philadelphia,
Pennsylvania
19130
Is constant back pain hampering your life? Has a stiff and aching neck pain made everyday activities a chore? Injuries related to the back and spine is one of the leading causes of doctor visits today. If lasting relief is evading you and the ones you love chiropractic care can help. At the Hauptman Family Health Center the father and son team of Dr. Stephen and Dr. Garret Hauptman utilize their decades of experience to boost your health, happiness and quality of life to bold new levels. Families in the Philadelphia, Pennsylvania community don’t have to go far for comprehensive holistic health care. Contact Dr. Hauptman today.
MedWell, L.L.C. Sports Medicine & Physical Therapy
Call (888) 820-2250
33 Central Ave
Midland Park,
NJ
07432
Does It hurts when you hold certain positions, or ache when you sit down too long? Back and neck pain is a common complaint throughout the United States. In most cases, it is simply the result of wear and tear, but you may need medical attention if the pain is severe or chronic. At MedWell, L.L.C. Pain Relief and Physical Therapy Center in Midland Park, Bergen County, New Jersey we are committed to providing quick pain relief to all our patients.
Performance Rehabilitation & Sports Injury Center
Call 888-870-4119
459 Watchung Avenue
Watchung,
NJ
07069
When you are going through the unbearable pain of a Herniated Disc, there is an alternative out there to help you aside from drugs or invasive surgery. At the Performance Rehabilitation and Sports Injury Center in Hunterdon County, New Jersey, Dr. Ronald Spiaggia, DC will use the DRX9000C, a type of Spinal Decompression technology to treat your Herniated Disc problems. It is a highly effective method, non-invasive and it does not involve a heavy reliance on drugs. The DRX9000C is also FDA-cleared, safe and it gives a shorter recovery period.
NY Rehab, Pain Management & Medical Services, P.C.
Call (888) 292-7798
32-44 31st Street
Astoria,
NY
11106
If you have become disillusioned by the shortcomings of traditional medicine in treating your spinal disorders, consider effective noninvasive care as a viable alternative. In Astoria, Long Island City, Queens, NY, the professional a growing number of patients have been turning to for quality results is Dr. Howard Goodman. Dr. Goodman, D.C. operates out of the advanced NY Rehab, Pain Management & Medical Services, P.C. and is an expert in many modern treatments including Antalgic-Trak Spinal Decompression.
North East Spine and Sports Medicine
Call 888-575-1316
2080 West County Line Rd.
Jackson,
New Jersey
08527
If opportunities are presenting themselves and you can't grasp at them because you have to hold your neck in pain the North East Spine and Sports Medicine Institute near Lakewood, New Jersey is the place for you. Neck pain doesn't have to hold you back any longer. Dr. Dimitrios Lambrou has the resources to provide the remedies for you to finally get better.
Empire Physical Medicine & Pain Management
Call (888) 898-7795
551 5th Avenue Ste. 525
New York,
NY
10176
If you or someone you know is having trouble with their golf swing, or experiencing any other discomfort that strictly limits the mobility of the shoulder, great help is available. When over-the-counter fixes for your shoulder pain, then spinal decompression technology may be able to help. At Empire Physical Medicine and Pain Management, Dr. Steven Moalemi, M.D., offers his medical specialty to all residents of the Upper West Side of Manhattan community.
Lawrence Hospital Center | Outpatient Services
Call (888) 837-8158
55 Palmer Avenue, First Floor
Bronxville,
NY
10708
There is nothing more frightening than having to deal with an illness that could have been prevented if only you'd known. The doctors at Lawrence Hospital Center near Westchester Country, New York can help you to try to avoid that kind of experience. These doctors use MRI, Magnetic Resonance Imaging to observe the condition of body organs and tissues with far greater detail than other medical scans, so that more accurate diagnoses can be made and the proper treatment prescribed.
Westchester Spinal Decompression Center
Call 914-908-5562
1241 Mamaroneck Ave
White Plains,
NY
10605
Does back pain get in the way of your daily activities? There is treatment available that can relieve your symptoms, without having to resort to an invasive surgical procedure. Spinal decompression therapy has proven its effectiveness in the countless New Yorkers who today live back-pain free. Dr. Jonathan Donath at the Spinal Decompression Center of Westchester in the area of Eastchester, NY, provides this non-surgical spinal decompression procedure. Dr. Donath's experience allows him to cater the procedure to meet the needs of each of his clients, bringing them the best possible results.
Westchester Non-Surgical Spine and Sports Care
Call (914) 202-0700
12 Old Mamaroneck Rd.
Wht Plns,
NY
10605
Back pain caused by Spinal Stenosis can heavily affect your life. When a simple task such as grocery shopping or walking to your car causes immense pain, everyday errands become intimidating and unnecessarily stressful. Conventional medical practices generally recommend painkillers, or, in some cases, surgery. Painkillers tend to only temporarily relieve the body of pain and usually do not target one specific area, where surgery is often expensive and carries great risk. At Westchester Non-Surgical Spine and Sports Care in Westchester County, New York, there is another option known as spinal decompression to help free you from back pain. This practice is done by doctors who have genuine care for their patients and who are experienced in the treatment of conditions like Spinal Stenosis.
Chiropractic Life Center
Call (888) 308-4517
400 Barton Boulevard, Suite 201
Rockledge,
Florida
32955
Are you suffering from intense pain caused by Spinal Stenosis? Looking for an effective way to get the considerable relief you've always wanted? Then look no further. The solution rests at Chiropractic Life Center in Rockledge County, Florida, where Dr. Michael Bishop has the qualifications and compassion to help you successfully tackle your Spinal Stenosis.
Valley Spinal Decompression Center
Call (888) 870-2099
5363 Balboa Blvd. Suite 430
Encino,
CA
91316
Tired of undergoing treatment and medication but not seeing the results for your back pain? Dr. Bruce Shannahoff, DC of the Valley Spinal Decompression Center is dedicated to the restoration of his patients spinal health. He is conveniently located in the Los Angeles, CA area and has been helping back and neck pain sufferers for years. As an experienced chiropractor, Dr. Shannahoff has cared for many suffering from neck and back pain.
Spinal Relief Center USA
Call (888) 351-8612
13325 100th Ave NE Ste B&C
Kirkland,
Washington
98034
Has sciatica been disrupting your life? Sciatica results from the pinching of a nerve root in the lower spine, and can keep you from leading an active life, or enjoying the life you lead. Put an end to the pain and inconvenience sciatica can bring, with treatment by Dr. Jeremy Meadows, D.C., in the Seattle area.
Roberts Family & Sports Chiropractic
Call 888-653-1365
8151 Ridge Avenue
Philadelphia,
Pennsylvania
19128
Chronic pain, it makes life a struggle. Can't work, can't rest, sometimes its even hard to breath. If chronic back pain has changed your life, call Roberts Family and Sports Chiropractic in North Wales, PA (North Philadelphia) today for a consultation about sciatica and spinal stenosis treatment. Dr. Lenny Roberts DC understands how you feel because he too once suffered from chronic back pain caused by a herniated disc. If you have tried over-the-counter drugs and even resorted to surgery, but have found no relief this may be just for you.
Northeast Spine & Rehab
Call 888-266-9201
363 Route 111, St 107
Smithtown,
New York
11784
Are you suffering from an acute or chronic neck condition? Is the pain making it difficult to perform day to day activities? Don't be one of the many who rely on pain killers to get through the day. At North East Spine & Rehab they offer a better way to get relief from neck pain. Spinal decompression therapy is one of the biggest advancements in non-surgical pain relief in the last decade. It has helped many people get real relief for neck, back and spine conditions. If you're ready for neck pain relief in the Glen Cove, New York area, contact North East Spine & Rehab today.
Health Source Chiropractic and Progressive Rehab
Call (888) 836-8057
6163 SW Murray Blvd.
Beaverton,
Oregon
97008
Back Pain is a serious epidemic that will negatively affect over eighty percent of Americans' lives. If you are one of these unfortunate individuals, turn to Dr. Leif Choi, DC at Health Source of Beaverton Chiropractic and Progressive Rehab. Located in Portland, Oregon, this medical team has both the experience and innovative treatment systems to guide you back to natural spinal comfort.
Synergy Pain Relief
Call 888-216-3329
2011 S. Washington Street
Naperville,
IL
60565
Is back pain getting you down? Do you feel overtly exhausted or hurt every time you sit or stand, and want individual treatment for back pain? At Syergy Pain Relief Institute in Bolingbrook, Illinois, the family of doctors and pain specialists can grant you relief from pain with Spinal Decompression, today's revolutionary back pain treatment.