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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Keller Chiropractic
Call 888-258-6297
729 Wythe Ave.
Williamsburg,
NY
11211
Sciatica bothering you? Unsure of how to relieve the pain? If you or a loved one is in need of sciatica relief, Keller Chiropractic in Williamsburg, Brooklyn, NY, can help. Dr. Melinda Keller, D.C. of Keller Chiropractic has been treating back conditions for over 26 years. In 2005 she was rated one of the Top Ten Chiropractors in America. Dr. Keller and the staff are experienced, with expertise in many chiropractic techniques.
Empire Physical Medicine & Pain Management
Call (888) 898-7795
551 5th Avenue Ste. 525
New York,
NY
10176
Are you stressed out by constant back pain? Back pain is one of the most common reasons for visits to the doctor today. The back is a complex and essential part of the human body and even a small misalignment in the spine can cause tremendous pain. Have you tried numerous over-the-counter remedies to no avail? The next generation of non-surgical spinal stenosis treatment is here, and at Empire Physical Medicine & Pain Management, Dr. Steven Moalemi, M.D. uses the technology of spinal decompression to stop the pain of spinal stenosis.
Chiropractic Life Center
Call (888) 308-4517
400 Barton Boulevard, Suite 201
Rockledge,
Florida
32955
If you are in need of high-quality back pain relief, then you will go to any lengths for it. In Florida, you can get all of the help you need through Dr. Michael Bishop, DC of the Chiropractic Life Center. Armed with a team of professionals who can give you the top rate care you deserve, Dr. Bishop is waiting to help you return to a physical and active life once again.
Paoli Chiropractic
Call 888-423-5915
15 Industrial Boulevard Suite 202
Paoli,
PA
19301
Tired of using pills and treatments that just don%u2019t relieve your back pain? Don%u2019t go on trying to relieve the symptoms of back pain, never getting to the source of the problem. Dr. Joel A. Stutzman DC of Paoli Chiropractic in Chester County, PA is ready to provide you with nonsurgical spinal decompression to relieve your back pain.
Alberta Back and Neck Rehab
Call (888) 337-9387
4607 MacLeod Trail SW
Calgary,
Alberta
T2G 0A6
Are you suffering from chronic neck or back pain and feel that your condition will never end? Then you haven%u2019t tried quality spinal decompression therapy with the DRX9000. Dr. Drew Oliphant, DC at Alberta Back and Neck Rehab in Calgary, Alberta can help you. With a team of licensed professionals, he is there to deliver first-rate decompression care that will effectively treat your pain.
New York Integrative Medical and Rehab
Call (888) 435-7155
632 Broadway, Ste 303 (btw. Bleecker & Houston)
New York City,
NY
10012
Want relief from constant neck pain? Then look into the expertise of a chiropractor such as Dr. Steven Shoshany D.C., C.C.E.P. He will give you the comprehensive treatment that combines cutting-edge technology and compassionate support in New York City. At Dr. Shoshany's office, you can expect the personal attention of a doctor who truly cares about your procedure and post-treatment health.
Peterson Clinic of Chiropractic
Call 918-289-2002
6951 E. 71st Street
Tulsa,
OK
74133
Do you feel isolated by crippling back pain, unable to participate in the lifestyles that everyone else seems to be enjoying? You're not alone! Back pain is one of the most common causes of disability and missed work in the United States. Call Michael Peterson, D.C. at the Peterson Clinic of Chiropractic near Tulsa, Oklahoma right away!
Valley Spinal Decompression Center
Call (888) 870-2099
5363 Balboa Blvd. Suite 430
Encino,
CA
91316
The spine is such an intricate structure that many problems can arise. The lumbar region of the spine endures most of the body's weight, so it's no wonder that most back pain occurs in this region. Lower back pain can keep you from performing even the simplest tasks, so it's important to take action as soon as possible. Dr. Bruce Shannahoff, DC can help; the Valley Spinal Decompression Center at the West Valley Medical Center in Los Angeles, CA is prepared to treat lower back pain, and can do so without referring their patients to surgical procedures.
Ann Arbor Institute for Spinal Care
Call 734-274-5030
5740 Plymouth Rd.
Ann Arbor,
MI
48105
Chronic or severe neck pain transforms the most simple activities into torture. We take it for granted, but our necks are so often moving each day that pain makes most anything we do difficult to unbearable. Spinal decompression programs and other treatments such as chiropractic manipulation can correct injuries and spinal disc compression, herniation and bulging. Nearby Ypsilanti, Michigan, Ann Arbor Spinal Institute run by Dr. Jon Grenillo wants to help you be rid of that neck pain for good.
Scatena Chiropractic
Call (888) 355-0063
1019 Majestic Drive Suite 160
Lexington,
Kentucky
40513
Lower back pain can be a condition that seems never ending, especially when you have to begin and end your day with its hammering away. Instead of enjoying a night's sleep, it can cause you to toss and turn all night, making it hard for you to function normally the next day. That is why it is so urgent for you to receive quality chiropractic care from a qualified care provider. Dr. Anthony Scatena, DC at Scatena Chiropractic in Lexington, Kentucky has just the right touch as well as techniques to release you from the pain and get you started on a life full of productivity and purpose.
North East Spine and Sports Medicine
Call 888-575-1316
2080 West County Line Rd.
Jackson,
New Jersey
08527
Suffer from back pain and are in need of relief? At North East Spine and Sports Medicine, located in Jackson and Point Pleasant, is minutes from Jackson, New Jersey, you will find a caring staff led by Dr. Robert Lambrou DC that will give you chiropractic treatment you deserve.
Rehabfx
Call 888-544-1162
2404 Lake Austin Blvd
Austin,
TX
78703
Are you suffering from acute or persistent back pain? Back pain can intrude into all aspects of life turning simple to do activities into dreadful tasks that are impossible to complete. Rehab FX and Dr. Steven Minors has been assisting thousands of patients achieve virtually pain free living with back pain relief provided by the DRX 9000 and other rehabilitative techniques. If you are seeking relief from back pain or other musculoskeletal issues, call Rehab FX in west Austin today to schedule a consultation.
Health Source Chiropractic and Progressive Rehab
Call (888) 836-8057
6163 SW Murray Blvd.
Beaverton,
Oregon
97008
Suffering from severe cervical or neck pain can really hinder your ability to do the simplest gestures, such as turning your head side to side. It can also make the mere act of looking up a near impossible challenge. When you're in such a predicament, it is essential that you turn to a healthcare center that can provide you with the quality care necessary to resume a functional lifestyle. The key to receiving the proper care is at Health Source of Beaverton Chiropractic in Beaverton, Oregon, where Dr. Leif Choi, DC and his staff hold the solution towards permanently ending your pain and giving your life a new beginning.
NY Rehab, Pain Management & Medical Services, P.C.
Call (888) 292-7798
32-44 31st Street
Astoria,
NY
11106
Degenerative disc disease is a tough condition to live with, especially when it affects every aspect of your daily life for the worse. As a person suffering from constant pain caused by this disorder, you should really take measures that are effective in giving you relief as well as the opportunity to improve your performance level when it comes to fulfilling everyday tasks. Dr. Howard Goodman, DC, in Astoria, Long Island City, Queens, NY, will deliver comprehensive care that will help give your lifestyle that turnaround it needs, so you can resume living your life without pain.
MedWell, L.L.C. Sports Medicine & Physical Therapy
Call (888) 820-2250
33 Central Ave
Midland Park,
NJ
07432
The epidemics of back pain is enormous and one that shouldn't be ignored. The doctor you choose to treat your back pain is imperative because your spine is one of the most important parts of your body as it supports your entire body weight and your nervous system. That is why at Medwell of Bergen County, NJ, aims to set new standards of excellence in treating various spinal disorders by using the best treatment options possible.
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.
Spine and Body
Call 212-697-3500
51 East 42nd Street, Suite 402
New York,
NY
10017
If you have grown weary of traditional medicine's dependence on dangerous drug therapy and surgical procedures in treating your spinal abnormalities, or are simply looking for effective natural care, Spinal Decompression Therapy has helped a growing number of satisfied patients around the world by easing their pain while increasing their range of mobility. If you live in or around the Bronx, New York, turn to the team with the most advanced treatment systems and years of combined experience at ExtenTrac Certified Practices. You will be welcomed with open arms to this inviting clinic with a growing reputation for excellence by an expert staff who will administer extraordinary personal care throughout your procedure.
Associates in Family Chiropractic & Natural Health Care, P.C.
Call (203) 242-0165
156 East Avenue
Norwalk,
CT
06851
Is back pain making you dread normal, everyday activities? Do you find yourself relying on pain killers just to get through the day? Is a chronic or acute condition keeping you away from the things and people that you love? It's time to quit wasting time on drugs that only mask the pain. At Associates in Family Chiropractic & Natural Health Care they believe there is better and safer option out there than drugs or surgery. By combining chiropractic care, spinal decompression technology and natural treatment, Dr. Risa Sloves, DC and Dr. Mark Joachim, DC of Family Chiropractic provide the Bridgeport, CT area with the best non-surgical back pain treatment available.
Northeast Spine & Rehab
Call 888-266-9201
363 Route 111, St 107
Smithtown,
New York
11784
Are you suffering from chronic neck or back pain? It often takes away from your everyday life and affects your state of mind. At North East Spine & Rehab in Long Island, spinal decompression can help lead to permanent relief from back pain.