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,
NJ
07020
If you suffer from degenerative disc disease, you know the pain and discomfort it brings. Everyday things like taking out the trash or walking up a flight of stairs can become terribly uncomfortable without the proper treatment. Many are reduced to taking over-the-counter drugs that hardly do anything for the pain. Thanks to spinal decompression technology, countless people have been able to break free of degenerative disc disease. For Dr. David Podell, DC of the Waterfront Institute for Spine and Joint Rehabilitation spinal decompression has become the treatment of choice for degenerative disc disease. His practice gladly extends their services to those in the North New Jersey area.
Valley Spinal Decompression Center
Call (888) 870-2099
5363 Balboa Blvd. Suite 430
Encino,
CA
91316
Spinal decompression is an easy step towards getting rid of that constant back pain in only a few short weeks. At Valley Spinal Decompression Center at the West Valley Medical Center in the San Fernando, California area, Dr. Bruce Shannahoff, DC can help change your life and give you back the peace of a pain-free life.
Paoli Chiropractic
Call 888-423-5915
15 Industrial Boulevard Suite 202
Paoli,
PA
19301
Tired of back pain? Have you tried over-the-counter-drugs, but the pain just keeps coming back? Don%u2019t continue this cycle, get to the source of the problem. Dr. Joel A. Stutzman DC of Paoli Chiropractic in Chester County, PA is a back doctor who uses the latest techniques to bring patients lasting back pain relief.
Advanced Center for Injury & Wellness
Call 888-283-6198
224 Midland Ave.
Saddle Brook,
New Jersey
07663
Is back pain making everyday tasks difficult? Does finding quality back pain relief seem impossible? The odds are you've tried countless over-the-counter drugs and painkillers that do little to help. Some may even be considering surgery, with all its risks and complications because no other treatment is proving effective. Dr. Peter Ferraro, DC offers next-generation non-surgical back pain relief using spinal decompression to all families in the Passaic County, New Jersey area.
Call 888-283-6198
224 Midland Ave.
Saddle Brook,
New Jersey
07663
Many types of back pain are caused by compression due to herniated or bulging discs. Although many patients undergo expensive and painful surgeries, non surgical spinal decompression devices offer a non invasive solution. This device puts gentle traction on the spine, allowing displaced discs to move back into place. Dr. Peter Ferraro, DC uses this special technique to help patients return to a more active, pain-free lifestyle.
Back & Neck Pain Center of Greenwich, P.C.
Call (888) 847-1821
100 Melrose Ave # 101
Greenwich,
CT
06830
Need relief from constant pain in your neck or back? Benefit from the expertise of a chiropractor such as Dr. Adrian Marcus who uses advanced equipment like the DRX9000. At Dr. Marcus's clinic in Greenwich, CT you can expect the personal attention, from a doctor who sincerely cares about your treatment and recovery.
Keller Chiropractic
Call 888-871-4137
372 Kingston Ave.
Crown Heights,
NY
11213
Neck pain giving you sleepless nights? Keller Chiropractic in Crown Heights, Brooklyn, NY, will put you on the road to recovery, through exercise and various chiropractic techniques. One technique used at Keller Chiropractic is spinal decompression. When there is too much external pressure placed upon the spinal cord it can result in discomfort. Spinal decompression is a treatment that relieves pressure on the spinal cord in order to alleviate pain. The procedure is non-surgical and non-invasive, bringing long-lasting relief to a patient. Spinal decompression is relatively painless and FDA approved.
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.
Performance Rehabilitation & Sports Injury Center
Call 888-897-4870
459 Watchung Avenue
Watchung,
NJ
07069
Are you experiencing excruciating Knee pain? Did you know that left untreated, it can only get worse? Dr. Ronald Spiaggia, DC and his associates at Performance Rehabilitation of New Jersey have the techniques to rid you of your discomfort. You no longer need to lay awake through sleepless nights in pain wondering if there is a solution. Dr. Spiaggia and his team at Performance Rehabilitation specialize in the latest technologies, such as cervical decompression, that have yielded positive results towards Knee pain relief.
Northeast Spine & Rehab
Call 888-266-9201
363 Route 111, St 107
Smithtown,
New York
11784
Does it seem like constant pain is managing your everyday life? Is it preventing you from fulfilling the simplest functions, such as walking, sitting, and doing household chores? Then you need to get a better handle of your condition by undergoing effective pain management at North East Spine & Rehab in the Glen Cove, Long Island area. A team of skilled medical professionals are waiting there to provide you with the guidance and care that you need in order to be on the right road towards your recovery.
Rehabfx
Call 888-544-1162
2404 Lake Austin Blvd
Austin,
TX
78703
Are you experiencing shoulder pain and living in Austin, Texas? Shoulder pain can transform simple-to-do activities into painful tasks. Rehab FX has been assisting people treat their shoulders pain as well as other joint pains. The key is Dr. Steven Minors MDT's goal of returning patients to their normal activities of daily living as soon as possible, without reinjury. Rehab FX's facility makes it possible for Dr. Minors to take a multidisciplinary approach to shoulder pain treatment.. If you are living in Austin, Texas and are experiencing pain, contact his offices today.
Joint Effort Chiropractic
Call 914-908-5562
1241 Mamaroneck Ave
White Plains,
NY
10605
When you wake up with back pain so intense and you can't even get out of bed, it's time to seek professional help. Back pain is truly debilitating you can't walk, drive, spend quality times with loved ones, or even sleep without rubbing your back and wincing in pain. When it seems like that burning, throbbing, gnawing sensation in your back will just not go away, it's time to consider spinal decompression, a revolutionary procedure that treats herniated and bulging discs in the back that have been giving you intense discomfort for too long. If you are longing to walk, run, work and spend quality time with friends and family, Joint Effort Chiropractic in Westchester County, New York can help end the pain and get you back to better living.
Health Source Chiropractic and Progressive Rehab
Call (888) 836-8057
6163 SW Murray Blvd.
Beaverton,
Oregon
97008
If you are tired of living with the chronic pain and fatigue of Fibromyalgia, and are looking for a viable alternative to traditional medicines, you are in luck if you live in or around Portland, Oregon. At Health Source of Beaverton Chiropractic and Progressive Rehab, Dr. Leif Choi, DC has a state of the art facility and an all star staff to help ease your pain naturally.
North East Spine and Sports Medicine
Call 888-516-6356
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.
Westchester Non-Surgical Spine and Sports Care
Call (914) 202-0700
12 Old Mamaroneck Rd.
Wht Plns,
NY
10605
Do you feel like your life is at a standstill due to your back pain? Sciatica symptoms don't only affect your back, but your whole body. The pain is often long-term and unbearable making everyday tasks at work and home extremely difficult. Even simple mobility such as walking becomes increasingly painful and disheartening. At Westchester Non-Surgical Spine and Sports Care, you can find friendly doctors who specialize in Sciatica treatment in order to help relieve you of troublesome back pain.
Scatena Chiropractic
Call (888) 355-0063
1019 Majestic Drive Suite 160
Lexington,
Kentucky
40513
Is pain from spinal stenosis making simple activities an unnecessary challenge? Then you probably didn't try the right treatment that gives you the relief you're looking for. At Scatena Chiropractic in Lexington, Kentucky, Dr. Anthony J. Scatena, DC and his team offer a number of treatment options, so that you can receive quality care that is effective in meeting your individual needs.
North East Spine & Rehab
Call 888-266-9201
363 Route 111, St 107
Smithtown,
NY
11787
If you are suffering from Cervical Pain in the Smithtown, Long Island area, then Dr. Daniel Crews, DC and Dr. Kathryn Crews, DC, have a highly effective spinal positioning therapy. It is called the M3D® Therapeutic Protocol and it is a revolutionary technique that will finally give you the relief you've been searching for.
Hauptman Family Health Center
Call 888-551-0868
Rodin Place, 2000 Hamilton Street Ste. 303
Philadelphia,
Pennsylvania
19130
If your headaches are so severe that any new light forces you to shut your eyes and your baby’s cry from the cradle makes you cringe in pain it doesn’t have to be that way any longer. Hauptman Family Health Center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania has the solution for you.
Peterson Clinic of Chiropractic
Call 918-289-2002
6951 E. 71st Street
Tulsa,
OK
74133
Does it sometimes feel like the fiery agony of pain in your legs will never go away? You don't have to suffer alone anymore! Contact Dr. Michael Peterson, D.C. at the Peterson Clinic of Chiropractic in Tulsa, Oklahoma today to find out more about spinal decompression and Active Release Technique.