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.
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Current clinical practice guidelines state that 90% of acute lower back pain patients will recover within four to six weeks, with or without treatment. However, new research published in The British Medical Journal has found that recovery from low back pain is much slower than previously thought. Australian researchers from The George Insitute studied patients with acute low back pain for a year. The results from the study found that even with treatment, after two months only half of the patients had recovered from the original episode of pain. After about one year, 40% were still reporting that their back was still causing them pain.
Continue reading: Low Back Pain Recovery Slow and Uncertain
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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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Roffler Spinal Aid of Winter Park, FL
Call 888-268-4760
5502 Lake Howell Rd.
Winter Park,
FL
32792
Degenerative Disc Disease is one of the most common forms of lower back pain today. While for most people the pain is manageable, it has the potential to be a debilitating condition without the proper care and maintenance. If you and your loved ones are tired of using temporary methods of pain relief, Dr. Rex Roffler can help. As the director of Roffler Spinal Aid, he brings thirty years of pain relief experience to the Orlando, Florida area.
Westchester Spinal Decompression Center
Call 914-908-5562
1241 Mamaroneck Ave
White Plains,
NY
10605
Degenerative Disc Disease occurs when wear and tear occurs in the discs that are within any section of the spine. Sections of your spine include the Lumbar Spine and the Cervical Spine. If you are suffering from degenerative disc disease in Westchester, NY, then you are not alone, and you don't have to suffer through the pain. Dr. Jonathan Donath, DC can help you at the Westchester Spinal Decompression Center.
MedWell, L.L.C. Sports Medicine & Physical Therapy
Call (888) 820-2250
33 Central Ave
Midland Park,
NJ
07432
85% of the entire population of the US has suffered from back pain at some point in their lives. You can find effective alternative treatments that relieve that pain in New Jersey. The team at Medwell located in Bergen County, NJ, aims to set new standards of excellence in treating different spinal disorders.
Scatena Chiropractic
Call (888) 355-0063
1019 Majestic Drive Suite 160
Lexington,
Kentucky
40513
Back pain isn't something you should have to live with, now there are non surgical solutions to remedy the pain caused by degenerative disc disease. If you or anyone you know suffers from the debilitating effects of joint or back ache then Dr. Anthony Scatena, DC at Scatena Chiropractic in Winchester, KY is the right medical specialist for the job. Dr. Scatena can provide Back Pain relief with new procedures in Chiropractic Treatment such as Spinal Decompression.
Chiropractic Life Center
Call (888) 308-4517
400 Barton Boulevard, Suite 201
Rockledge,
FL
32955
Is there an insufferable pain in your body that is taking a toll on your back and neck? Do you want to treat your pain without having to use drugs or undergo surgery? Well, there is a way to experience long-term relief from neck and back pain. Consider Dr. Michael Bishop, a board-certified doctor of chiropractic who performs spinal decompression therapy in Palm Bay Florida and will help to treat your back and neck pain.
Associates in Family Chiropractic & Natural Health Care, P.C.
Call (203) 242-0165
156 East Avenue
Norwalk,
CT
06851
Looking treat your back or neck pain without having to undergo surgery? Get the relief you need with Dr. Risa Sloves at Associates in Family Chiropractic & Natural Health Care, P.C. near Greenwich, CT. Dr. Sloves has treated many patients with conditions ranging from neck to lower back pain and from scoliosis to herniated discs using the DRX9000.
SpinalAid in Indiana
Call 1-219-465-1140
4004 N. Campbell St.
Valparaiso,
IN
46385
Are you suffering from neck pain, but feel turned off by the idea of undergoing surgery? Then finding quality non-invasive neck pain treatment should be your next step. Thanks to spinal decompression therapy with Dr. John Kostidis, DC at Spine Aid in Valparaiso, Indiana, you will experience many benefits. You will have the opportunity to live a pain free life without the painful risks of surgery, as well as the large hospital bills that come with it.
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.
Roberts Family & Sports Chiropractic
Call 888-653-1365
8151 Ridge Avenue
Philadelphia,
Pennsylvania
19128
Repetitive stress injuries can be painful and annoying. If not treated properly, affected areas can suffer severe consequences. Common conditions of Repetitive stress injuries include, but are not limited to carpel tunnel syndrome, musculoskeletal disorders, and various other soft tissue injuries. For optimal recovery, it is best to attain treatment as soon as possible. At Roberts Family and Chiropractic, Dr. Lenny Roberts, D.C. is proud to offer effective chiropractic treatment options to all families of the Philadelphia, Pennsylvania community.
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.
Roberts Family & Sports Chiropractic
Call 888-653-1365
8151 Ridge Avenue
Philadelphia,
Pennsylvania
19128
Have pain but unsure of what to do? Did you know if you suffering from leg pain, arm pain, neck or back pain, the origin could be from your spine? Without the proper treatment, the pain can become excruciating often resulting in diminished physical activity. At the Roberts Family & Sports Chiropractic , Dr.Lenny Roberts DC offers spinal decompression therapy to relieve pain in the spine, while also relieving pain in the neck, back, arms and legs.
Performance Rehabilitation & Sports Injury Center
Call 888-897-4870
459 Watchung Avenue
Watchung,
New Jersey
07069
It is essential that you keep your lower back in optimal condition because it is essential to how your body functions overall. Unfortunately, the lower back is highly vulnerable to herniated discs, bulging discs, Sciatica, vertebrae fractures and other spinal injuries and problems. Lower Back Pain, as you or a loved one knows, is extremely painful and it does not go away on its own. For those people that are suffering from Lower Back Pain, and live in the Hunterdon County, New Jersey area, Dr. Ronald Spiaggia, DC is the chiropractor you should see. The team at Performance Rehabilitation and Sports Injury Center, Dr. Spiaggia's headquarters, specialize in Lower Back Pain treatment, so they can help you.
New York Integrative Medical and Rehab
Call (888) 435-7155
632 Broadway, Ste 303 (btw. Bleecker & Houston)
New York City,
NY
10012
Awful, stifling pain in the back and neck can be more than a burden you bear, it can make life seem awful as well. It colors your perceptions of your daily life. Or rather, it darkens them. Spinal decompression treatment with the DRX9000, accompanied by Spine Force and other treatments like Cold Laser Therapy with Erchonia lasers, the top of the line, means a path to a better life, one without pain. In New York City, Dr. Steven Shoshany and New York Integrative Medical and Rehab are always ready to offer effective solutions to back pain using non-invasive methods like spinal decompression therapy.
Hauptman Family Health Center
Call 888-551-0868
Rodin Place, 2000 Hamilton Street Ste. 303
Philadelphia,
Pennsylvania
19130
Chronic fatigue can be an extremely debilitating condition which can cause severe mental and physical exhaustion. Many times, it cannot be relieved by rest and is worsened by exertion. If you are looking for treatment, Hauptman Family Health Center can help improve your health and wellbeing using their integrated approach to healthcare.
Lawrence Hospital Center | Outpatient Services
Call (888) 837-8158
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.
Brooklyn Spine Center
Call 888-772-6132
1117 57th Street
Boro Park,
NY
11219
Unbearable back pain? Have everyday activities like walking or even sitting become impossible from the discomforting pain? If you or a love one suffers from a ruptured disc, do not give up there is hope. At Brooklyn Spine Center in Boro Park, Brooklyn, NY Dr. Melinda Keller DC utilizes spinal decompression to bring patients long-lasting relief for a ruptured disc. At Brooklyn Spine Center you will be assisted by a staff of compassionate, caring individuals. They provide patients with the highest quality care possible and their attention to detail is unmatched.
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.
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.
Empire Physical Medicine & Pain Management
Call (888) 898-7795
551 5th Avenue Ste. 525
New York,
NY
10176
When you are living with back pain, there is help out there to ease your suffering; don't give up. Dr. Steven S. Moalemi, M.D., Director of Empire Physical Medicine serving Uptown Manhattan, New York City has over 15 years of helping people like you or your loved ones.
Utah Disc Center
Call 801-525-1471
471 West Heritage Park Blvd Suite 3
Layton,
UT
84041
Are you suffering from sciatica? Sciatica is pain, numbness, and other discomfort along the path of the sciatic nerve. The sciatic nerve is located in the lower back region and the pain can run from the back down through your legs. Michael Kunzler, DC of the Utah Disc Center located in Salt Lake City, UT, is well experienced in treating sciatica. Dr. Kunzler's goal is to safely relieve the source of your pain, so you can start enjoying life.