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Stem Cells Can Aid Spinal Disc Repair

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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The Progression of Spinal Decompression

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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What is Spinal Decompression Therapy?

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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When to See a Doctor for Back Pain

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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Preliminary Data a Boon for New Spinal Decompression Treatment

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.

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Spinal Decompression for Lower Back Pain

Spinal Decompression provides an alternative to surgery in many cases of lower back pain caused by herniated discs.

A herniated disc is a condition of the disc. The disc a jelly-like material between two bones in your spine. There is a middle section called a nucleus and an outer band called an annulus. As we age the outer band, or the annulus, which is a collagen based tissue, begins to break down. The nucleus, which is in the middle, migrates outside and puts pressure on the spinal nerve causing either pain or dysfunction.

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Back Pain Relief Greenwich, CT
Dr. Adrian Marcus

Dr. Adrian Marcus

Back & Neck Pain Center of Greenwich, P.C.

100 Melrose Ave # 101
Greenwich, CT 06830

Call (888) 847-1821

Suffering from back pain? DRX9000 is the latest in non-surgical, noninvasive back pain relief. Dr. Adrian Marcus at Greenwich Pain Relief in Fairfield County offers a range of effective treatments for back pain, whether it’s a simple strain or a chronic disc problem. Dr. Marcus is a Diplomate of the Academy of Medical Acupuncture and is in charge of the Back and Neck Pain Center at Greenwich.



Spinal Disc Decompression Austin, Texas
 Austin Chiropractic Center

Austin Chiropractic Center

Austin Chiropractic Center

6800 West Gate Blvd, Ste 117
Austin, Texas 78745

Call 512-371-6936

You want a safe, noninvasive alternative to traditional medicine to ease your back pain. Turn to the team of professionals in Austin, Texas where more and more patients are relying on their effective care. At the Austin Chiropractic Center, Dr. Cynthia Vaughn, along with her entire team of licensed professional, will assist you every step of the way throughout your Spinal Disc Decompression in order to give you effective treatment with long term results.



Back Pain Greenburgh, Westchester, NY
Dr. Jonathan Donath

Dr. Jonathan Donath

Westchester Spinal Decompression Center

1241 Mamaroneck Ave
White Plains, NY 10605

Call 914-908-5562

Over eighty percent of Americans will experience a spinal disorder at some point in their lives. Although less than 10% of these disorders will become chronic, it is crucial that you turn to a professional with superior education and a growing reputation for excellence. In Greenburgh, Westchester, NY, Dr. Jonathan Donath is an expert in treating a wide range of spinal disorders to ease Back Pain while increasing his patient's range of functionality. He operates alongside a friendly team of experts at the impressive Westchester Spinal Decompression Center, where you will be treated like a member of the family every step of the way throughout your treatment.



Restless Leg Syndrome Watchung, New Jersey
Dr. Ronald Spiaggia

Dr. Ronald Spiaggia

Performance Rehabilitation & Sports Injury Center

459 Watchung Avenue
Watchung, NJ 07069

Call (888) 282-1203

Restless Leg Syndrome can carry a number of painful discomforts, including burning, tickling, and itching sensations throughout your leg muscles. If you are the unfortunate victim of Restless Leg Syndrome and live near Watchung, New Jersey, Paul Abend, D.O., Dr. Ronald Spiaggia, DC and the rest of the team offer advanced, noninvasive care by treating the source of the disorder. You will be encouraged to play an active role throughout your treatment in order to allow you the freedom to relax and give you the greatest quality results.



Back Pain Layton, Davis County, UT
Dr. Michael Kunzler

Dr. Michael Kunzler

Utah Disc Center

471 West Heritage Park Blvd Suite 3
Layton, UT 84041

Call (888) 292-6858

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.



Cervical Spine Decompression NYC
Dr. Steven Shoshany

Dr. Steven Shoshany

New York Integrative Medical and Rehab

632 Broadway, Ste 303 (btw. Bleecker & Houston)
New York City, NY 10012

Call (888) 435-7155

Have you been experiencing jolts of sharp pain shooting through your neck and arm? The most effective treatment for a disc herniation is cervical spine decompression. Based in Manhattan, New York City near the B, D, F, V, N, R, W, and 6 trains, Dr. Steven Shoshany D.C, C.C.E.P. remains at the forefront of pain management techniques by employing the latest spinal decompression technology. He combines comprehensive chiropractic knowledge with detailed understanding of the DRX9000 to give patients long-term results and pain relief.



Fibromyalgia Cumming, Georgia
 Natural Medicine and Chiropractic Specialties

Natural Medicine and Chiropractic Specialties

Natural Medicine and Chiropractic Specialties

2450 Atlanta Highway Sute 1601
Cumming, GA 30040

Call 888.765.0580

If you are living with Fibromyalgia and have grown frustrated with the shortcomings of traditional medicine, there are effective alternatives in the field of chiropractic and holistic care. To ease your overall pain and dramatically reduce your painful flares in Cumming, Georgia, turn to Dr. Kyle and Angela Fogel of Natural Medicine and Chiropractic Specialties. They have years of combined experience and the most advanced noninvasive care units needed to treat your specific condition. Their staff is prepared to meet your expectations for what professional medical care should be.



Treat Lower Back Pain and Disc pain using non surgical Therapies Metro Detroit, Michigan
Dr. Eric Mintz

Dr. Eric Mintz

Detroit Institute for Spinal Care

5600 W. Maple Road , A110
West Bloomfield, MI 48322

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There is a procedure that you can receive that will treat your lower back pain and disc pain using a non-surgical therapy. At Detroit Institute for Spinal Care in Metro Detroit, Michigan, Dr. Eric Mintz, DC does this therapy by performing Disc Decompression.



Spinal Decompression Bergen County, New Jersey
Dr. David Podell, DC

Dr. David Podell, DC

Waterfront Institute for Spine and Joint Rehabilitation

115 River Rd, Bld 10
Edgewater, NJ 07020

Call (888) 319-4510

Seeing a decline in quality of life because of back or neck pain is a common occurrence. These two conditions have a way of draining away the things we take for granted when we don't feel pain, simple things like walking, sitting or working without pain. But you can stop the pain. At the Waterfront Institute in Bergen County, New Jersey, they use the newest medical technology like spinal decompression to achieve lasting relief from pain.



Shoulder Pain Treatment Manhattan, NYC
Dr. Steven S. Moalemi

Dr. Steven S. Moalemi

Empire Physical Medicine & Pain Management

551 5th Avenue Ste. 525
New York, NY 10176

Call (888) 898-7795

Shoulder pain can interfere with your work and keep you from playing with your kids. Dr. Steven Moalemi at Empire Physical Medicine and Pain Management in Manhattan offers treatment to relive shoulder pain and increase your mobility. He and his staff are dedicated to delivering top of the line service and setting up a relaxing and professional environment for their clients. Healing your pain permanently is their primary objective.



Severe Back Pain Treatment South San Diego
 South Coast Spine Center

South Coast Spine Center

South Coast Spine Center

180 Otay Lakes Road, Suite 200
San Diego, CA 91902

Call 619-342-1270

If you feel extremely stiff and immobile because of severe back pain, Dr. Bruce Bell, DC, QME and his trained team at South Coast Spine Center are providing San Diegans with an advanced form or non-surgical treatment and spinal rehabilitation that is as highly effective as it is unique.



Lumbar Decompression Toledo, Ohio
Dr. Kevin Sweeney

Dr. Kevin Sweeney

Toledo Spine Care Center


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Are you suffering from throbbing back or neck pain, and are turned off by the idea of undergoing complicated surgical procedures? Then here's some good news for you. At the Toledo Spine Center in Toledo, Ohio, Dr. Kevin Sweeney, DC offers lumbar decompression therapy, a non-invasive procedure that can provide you with a considerable amount of pain relief without the fuss or complications of traditional surgery.



Back Pain NYC, New York
Dr. Howard Goodman, DC

Dr. Howard Goodman, DC

NYREHAB Pain Management & Medical Services P.C.

4 Park Avenue (Btw 33-34th St)
NYC, NY 10016

Call (888) 292-7798

Back pain left untreated can progress into a chronic state, and lead to serious problems like herniated discs and osteoporosis. Spinal decompression treatment alleviates pressure and tension that builds up on spinal discs and nerves by drawing discs back into proper alignment, and strengthening surrounding ligaments that hold the discs in place.



Carpal Tunnel Syndrome NYC
 Christopher Trahan OMD., LAc

Christopher Trahan OMD., LAc

Olympus Center for Holistic and Integrative Medicine

54 West 21st Street (near 6th Ave)Suite 910
NYC, NY 10010

Call (888)-530-0611

Are you looking for a holistic way to treat your carpal tunnel syndrome in NYC? Dr. Trahan O.M.D., L.Ac. runs the Olympus Center for Holistic and Integrative Medicine in NYC, and has helped many patients that suffered with carpal tunnel syndrome.



Spinal Decompression Bergen County, NJ
 MedWell, L.L.C.

MedWell, L.L.C.

MedWell, L.L.C. Sports Medicine & Physical Therapy

33 Central Ave
Midland Park, NJ 07432

Call (888) 820-2250

The right surgical procedure might help relieve your lower back or neck pain, but why go under the knife at all when there is an alternative of non-surgical spinal decompression? The treatment is painless, safe, non-invasive and drug-free; most importantly, it works. MedWell, L.L.C.'s team of physicians and physical therapists are located in Midland Park, Bergen County , NJ.



Chiropractic Loudoun County, Virginia

Empowered Doctor

Empowered Doctor


Sterling, VA 20166

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Have you been in a minor or major accident? Or perhaps you were involved in a sports-related injury that you haven't been treated for. Maybe you're just experiencing back pain as a result of the wear and tear of daily life. Whatever the cause, you should contact Dr. Alex McMinn in Loudoun County, Virginia for help. As the founder of Potomac Family & Sports Chiropractic Center Dr. McMinn offer you natural relief for headaches, chronic pain, personal injury cases, and disc disorders.



Spinal Decompression Fairfield County, CT
Dr. Associates in Family Chiropractic & Natural Health Care, P.C.

Dr. Associates in Family Chiropractic & Natural Health Care, P.C.

Associates in Family Chiropractic & Natural Health Care, P.C.

156 East Avenue
Norwalk, CT 06851

Call (203) 242-0165

If it seems like there isn't a treatment in the world that can effectively treat your spinal condition without a catch, then you probably haven't given spinal decompression a try. The Spinal Decompression treatment offered by Dr. Risa Sloves, DC and Dr. Mark Joachin at Family Chiropractic and Natural Health Care in Fairfield County, CT is sure to provide you with outstanding benefits without all the inconveniences that tag along with surgery or medication. You can finally end your pain for good, not temporarily.



Sciatica Manhattan, NYC
Dr. Howard Goodman, DC

Dr. Howard Goodman, DC

NYREHAB Pain Management & Medical Services P.C.

4 Park Avenue (Btw 33-34th St)
Manhattan, NY 10016

Call (888) 292-7798

Are you suffering from Sciatica? Looking for ways to stop the pain? If so, Dr. Howard Goodman, DC, in Manhattan, NYC can help you. His spinal decompression therapy is well-suited to successfully treat your problems caused by Sciatica.



Back Pain California
Dr. South Coast Spine Center

Dr. South Coast Spine Center

South Coast Spine Center

180 Otay Lakes Road, Suite 200
San Diego, CA 91902

Call 619-342-1270

Are you looking for a non-intrusive form of treatment to get you back on your feet? Although back pain can be caused by serious spinal conditions, surgery is not always the only option you have. Dr. Bruce Bell, DC, Q.M.E. and his team of professionals at South Coast Spine Center offer a variety of chiropractic techniques and treatments, one of the most successful being spinal decompression therapy with the DRX9000.



Spinal Decompression, Washington
Dr. Jeremy Meadows

Dr. Jeremy Meadows

Spinal Relief Center USA

16701 Cleveland Street Suite C
Redmond, WA 98052

Call (888) 351-8612

Is back pain ruining your chances at having a normal life? Tired of sleepless nights that make you look older than you actually are? Seeking a medical practitioner with the certified experience and reputable service needed to treat your problem painlessly and effectively? If so, Dr. Jeremy Meadows, DC, is someone that gives spinal decompression therapy in Washington. He can provide you with very beneficial and successful results at the Spinal Relief Center.