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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Westchester Spinal Decompression Center
Call 914-908-5562
1241 Mamaroneck Ave
White Plains,
NY
10605
If you are suffering from a spinal disorder that can't be helped by traditional medical treatments, an effective, natural solution exists to ease your pain and increase your functionality by treating the source of your disorder at Westchester Spinal Decompression Center in Briarcliff Manor, New York. Dr. Jonathan Donath, DC is an experienced chiropractor who offers spinal decompression treatmetns and has helped many patients lead pain free lives.
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.
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.
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.
Brooklyn Spine Center
Call 888-772-6132
1117 57th Street
Boro Park,
NY
11219
Wear-and-tear effects of aging on the spine can result in radiating pain in the back, legs and/or buttocks, and can gradually worsen over time. This may be caused by spinal stenosis, which occurs most often in middle-aged and older adults who have a narrow spinal canal. Dr. Melinda Keller, DC serving Brooklyn, New York offers effective and efficient treatment for spinal stenosis. Her diverse educational background helps her create individualized pain management plans for each patient.
New York Integrative Medical and Rehab
Call (888) 435-7155
632 Broadway, Ste 303 (btw. Bleecker & Houston)
NYC,
NY
10012
Is back pain disrupting your everyday routine? Is it making work or other daily activities a lot more challenging? Then you have a serious condition that should be treated the right way. At New York Integrative Medical and Rehab in the Downtown area of Manhattan near the B, D, F, V, N, R, W, and 6 train, Dr. Steven Shoshany, D.C. provides quality back pain treatment that will effectively heal your back as well as improve your health. Dr. Shoshany and his professional team will provide you with a treatment plan that is customized to suit your specific needs.
Call 888-283-6198
224 Midland Ave.
Saddle Brook,
New Jersey
07663
Have you been suffering with acute or chronic back pain? Is back pain preventing you from being as active as you would like to be? If you have been suffering, deciding to get treatment may be one of the best decisions you can make. Dr. Peter Ferraro is an experienced doctor of chiropractic that has been assisting people with reliable back pain treatment combining different fields of treatment such as traditional chiropractic with physical therapy, spinal decompression, pain management and massage therapy. Many New Jersey patients have found relief with treatment from Dr. Ferraro, and you can too! Call today to schedule a consultation.
SpinalAid in Indiana
Call 1-219-465-1140
4004 N. Campbell St.
Valparaiso,
IN
46385
Need a chiropractor? Dr. John Kostidis, DC is a skilled and experienced chiropractor in Porter County. Based in Valparaiso, he specializes in back pain, headaches, neck pain, hip/arm/leg pain, sports injuries, auto accidents and any chronic pain. Dr. Kostidis is a Palmer graduate with twenty years experience in the field. He has been a recipient of the Indiana State Chiropractic Association's President's Award.
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.
Roberts Family & Sports Chiropractic
Call 888-653-1365
8151 Ridge Avenue
Philadelphia,
Pennsylvania
19128
Strains and tension in your back can cause irritable and agonizing pain. When pain prevents you from going about your daily activities comfortably, it can become a serious problem. If you or a loved one in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania is experiencing painful symptoms of sciatica, soft tissue inflammatory disorders, or other recurring back conditions, there is an effective way to reduce and even eliminate the pain. Dr. Lenny Roberts, D.C. is a highly established chiropractor who has mastered Active Release Technique (ART) treatment and has brought relief to numerous patients.
Health Source Chiropractic and Progressive Rehab
Call (888) 836-8057
6163 SW Murray Blvd.
Beaverton,
Oregon
97008
If you're an athlete plagued with a serious injury that is limiting you on the sports field, then you shouldn't sit back and wait for a miracle to happen. Getting effective sports medicine from a group of professionals that can pinpoint the main cause of your condition is just what you need to get up and running again. Dr. Leif Choi, DC and his staff at Health Source of Beaverton Chiropractic and Progressive Rehab in Beaverton, Oregon have both the equipment as well as the skills to help you successfully rehabilitate and resume playing the sports activities you enjoy.
Performance Rehabilitation & Sports Injury Center
Call 888-897-4870
459 Watchung Avenue
Watchung,
New Jersey
07069
Looking to end low back pain? At Performance Rehabilitation in Central New Jersey, New Jersey Dr. Ronald Spiaggia uses the DRX9000 to treat back pain. Spinal decompression with the DRX9000 is a non-invasive, drug free alternative to surgery.
Valley Spinal Decompression Center
Call (888) 870-2099
5363 Balboa Blvd. Suite 430
Encino,
CA
91316
If you suffer from mild to severe back pain in Woodland Hills, CA, Dr. Bruce Shannahoff, DC has the education and the knowledge to help relieve your pain.
Associates in Family Chiropractic & Natural Health Care, P.C.
Call (203) 242-0165
156 East Avenue
Norwalk,
CT
06851
Are you experiencing back pain? You're not alone if you do. Lower back pain affects over 80% of the population at any given time. Back pain is one of the main reasons why people call in sick at work and it costs employers millions of dollars each year. Dr. Risa Sloves, DC and Dr. Mark Joachim, DC have over 18 years of experience treating people with lower back pain without drugs or surgery in Fairfield County.
Performance Rehabilitation & Sports Injury Center
Call 888-216-4182
459 Watchung Avenue
Watchung,
NJ
07069
Suffering from back pain can affect your life in many ways, preventing you from performing even the simplest tasks. You need and deserve the best treatment possible to help you overcome your condition. At Performance Rehabilitation and Sports Injury Center in New Jersey, they take a multidisciplinary approach to your treatment. Dr. Ronald Spiaggia, DC specializes in the treatment of sports injuries and rehabilitation, and has 10 years of experience in providing quality care for an array of acute and chronic spinal disorders. Along with his dedicated staff, Dr. Spiaggia uses cutting edge equipment, such as the DRX9000 machine for spinal decompression, to provide you with the best results possible. The combination of knowledge, care, technology and experience that their center uses can give you a life free of pain today.
New York Integrative Medical and Rehab
Call (888) 435-7155
632 Broadway, Ste 303 (btw. Bleecker & Houston)
NYC,
NY
10012
If agonizing back pain is making each day a struggle, then effective treatment is something you owe to yourself. At New York Integrative Medical and Rehab near the B, D, F, V, N, R, W, and 6 train in Downtown NYC, Dr. Steven Shoshany and his team of professionals can deliver quality back pain treatment that will provide you with pain relief as well as a functional lifestyle.
Utah Disc Center
Call 801-525-1471
471 West Heritage Park Blvd Suite 3
Layton,
UT
84041
Is back pain getting in the way of your daily routine? Come to the Utah Disc Center, a clinic focused on providing their patients with back pain relief. Their offices are located in Layton, Davis County, UT. Dr. Michael Kunzler at The Utah Disc Center offers effective treatment by using only the most advanced medical technology. Their various treatments include using the revolutionary DRX9000 as well as a traditional chiropractic approach to relieve their patients of back pain.
Spinal Relief Center USA
Call (888) 351-8612
13325 100th Ave NE Ste B&C
Kirkland,
Washington
98034
If you live with back pain now is the time to get rid of it with a non-surgical and painless procedure called spinal decompression. Dr. Jeremy Meadows, DC is the largest provider of spinal decompression therapy in Seattle...