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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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A Step Toward Overcoming Paralysis

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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Smoking's Link to Back Problems

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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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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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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Bulging Disc Toledo, Ohio
Dr. Kevin Sweeney

Dr. Kevin Sweeney

Toledo Spine Care Center


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A bulging disc can keep you from performing the simplest tasks. Dr. Kevin Sweeney, DC of the Toledo Spine Care Center is dedicated to effectively treating your spine and getting you back to action using only the latest technologies.



Spineforce Midtown Manhattan, NYC
Dr. Howard Goodman, DC

Dr. Howard Goodman, DC

NYREHAB Pain Management & Medical Services P.C.

4 Park Avenue (Btw 33-34th St)
New York City, NY 10016

Call (888) 292-7798

Dr. Howard Goodman is the only Chiropractor in Manhattan, NYC to provide the Spineforce System, which helps make spinal decompression more effective. Call him today to find out more.



Acid Reflux 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

Acid Reflux, or Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), can be a very uncomfortable and frustrating disorder. If you are one of the many unfortunate victims of Acid Reflux and live in or around Cumming, Georgia, natural and effective solutions exist at the Natural Medicine and Chiropractic Specialists. Dr. Kyle and Angela Fogel head this remarkable healing center, focused on holistic health and chiropractic care that can treat a wide range of disorders, including Acid Reflux. You will be encouraged to play an active role throughout your treatment in order to maximize your comfort while an entire team of professionals creates a specific plan to ease your pain by treating the source of your disorder.



Spinal Decompression San Diego, CA
 South Coast Spine Center

South Coast Spine Center

South Coast Spine Center

180 Otay Lakes Road, Suite 200
Bonita, CA 91902

Call 619-342-1270

If you suffer from chronic, severe back or neck pain, and are looking for alternatives to surgery, Non-Surgical Spinal Decompression (NSSD) is a treatment you need to learn more about. Non-Surgical Spinal Decompression is a natural, non-surgical method of easing disc related back or neck pain, sciatic leg pain, or disc related shoulder, arm or hand pain. Dr. Bruce Bell, DC, QME, Clinic Director of South Coast Spine Center in San Diego, CA has over 21 years of successful clinical experience treating these conditions, working with leading orthopedic surgeons and neurologists.



Herniated Disc Treatment 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

Are you suffering from a stiff herniated disc? If you live in or around Bergen County, New Jersey and don't know where to turn for help, Dr. David Podell, DC of the Waterfront Institute and his associates may be able to relieve your pain. Their office is equipped with cutting-edge technologies and an experienced medical staff that will work to get you feeling like yourself as fast as possible. Dr. Podell and his associates understand how living in pain can ruin even the most enjoyable moments of your life.



Neck Pain & Back Pain Somerset County, NJ
Dr. Ronald Spiaggia

Dr. Ronald Spiaggia

Performance Rehabilitation & Sports Injury Center

459 Watchung Avenue
Watchung, NJ 07069

Call (888) 282-1203

Neck pain develops over a number of years. In most cases caused by impingement of one nerve roots on one side of the spine, resulting in most of the pain and soreness. Any kind of pain should never be ignored and there are other options to surgery that can be considered. Dr. Spiaggia, DC uses the DRX9000C to provide patients with a non surgical option.



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.



Norwalk Spinal Decompression, 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

Having to refrain from physical activities or rely on countless medications due to a back condition can insufferable in itself. While having serious back condition can make life more complicated, that doesn't necessarily mean it has to become a permanent reality. With spinal decompression available at Family Chiropractic and Natural Health Care in Norwalk, CT, you can maintain a long-term healthy lifestyle that is devoid of pain and discomfort.



Spinal Decompression Briarcliff Manor, New York

Louis E. Bisogni, DC & Alan H. Siegel, DC

Westchester Non-Surgical Spine and Sports Care

332 Rte. 100
Somers, NY 10589

Call (914) 202-0700

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 in Briarcliff Manor, New York. The certified team of professionals at an ExtenTrac Certified Practice has years of combined experience to accompany the most advanced noninvasive Spinal Decompression units at their remarkably innovative and comfortable facility. The individual is always the number one concern at ExtenTrac Certified Practices, so your team will be sure to be sensitive to your every need every step of the way.



Carpal Tunnel Syndrome New York City
 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 tired of feeling limited due to your carpal tunnel syndrome? Do you live in or near New York City? Dr. Trahan O.M.D., L.Ac. runs the Olympus Center for Holistic and Integrative Medicine in NYC, and has helped many patients who suffered with carpal tunnel syndrome.



Herniated/Bulging Disc West Bloomfield, MI
 Eric Mintz

Eric Mintz

Detroit Institute for Spinal Care

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

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If you're living with the pain of a herniated or a bulging disc you may be suffering needlessly. At Detroit Institute for Spinal Care in West Bloomfield, MI they offer spinal decompression technology, which can help ease your pain. Dr. Eric Mintz and his staff are dedicated to providing effective pain relief, and the road to long term back health.



Treatment for Low Back Pain Manhattan
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

Low back pain is a serious medical problem that can lead to even more debilitating illnesses if left unchecked. If you are suffering from the unbearable strain of Lower back ache, then make it your top priority to consult the back experts at Empire Physical in Manhattan. Dr. Steven Moalemi and his staff have helped many individuals like you achieve the comfort needed to live stress free from the burden of an upsetting back ache.



Back Pain Seattle, Wa
Dr. Jeremy Meadows

Dr. Jeremy Meadows

Spinal Relief Center USA

16701 Cleveland Street Suite C
Redmond, WA 98052

Call (888) 351-8612

Can’t sleep because of your back pain? Research shows that 90% of all back pain complaints can be resolved in 6-12 weeks. Seek relief with Jeremy Meadows, D.C., in the Seattle area and enjoy your sleep. He is the director of a SpinalAid center which can give you the appropriate treatment to ease your back pain. Dr. Meadows has been the chiropractor of choice for thousands of families in Seattle/Redmond area for the past 5 years. He won't take your back pain for granted and will work with you for a solution.



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.



Bulged Disc Salt Lake City, Utah
Dr. Michael Kunzler

Dr. Michael Kunzler

Utah Disc Center

471 West Heritage Park Blvd Suite 3
Layton, UT 84041

Call (888) 292-6858

Is intense pain from a bulged disc turning the simplest tasks into a demanding chore? Then receiving quality treatment is important for improving your quality of life. At the Utah Disc Center in Salt Lake City, Utah, Dr. Michael Kunzler delivers effective chiropractic care and spinal decompression therapy that will tackle your condition and help you resume everyday activities that were once so challenging.



DRX 9000 New York City
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

If you are looking for an end to back pain then you should find an expert physician who offers spinal decompression therapy using the DRX9000 in New York City. Dr. Steven Shoshany D.C., C.C.E.P. will give you the comprehensive treatment that combines cutting-edge technology and compassionate support. The DRX9000 has proven with its high success rate that it can reduce a lot of pain.



Herniated Disc/Bulging Disc Loudoun County, Virginia

Empowered Doctor

Empowered Doctor


Sterling, VA 20166

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If you suffer from back pain caused by a herniated or bulging disc, there are options to surgery. At Potomac Family & Sports Chiropractic Center in Loudoun County, Virginia Dr. Alex McMinn uses the DRX9000 spinal decompression system; a FDA cleared non-surgical solution to back pain.



Sciatica pain relief Greenwich, Fairfield County, 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

Is sciatica bogging you down? Seek pain relief with Dr. Adrian Marcus at Greenwich Pain Relief in Fairfield County. This is a place where they know pain and can offer you non-surgical, non-invasive treatment options. Dr. Marcus is a Diplomate of the Academy of Medical Acupuncture.



Sciatica White Plains, New York
Dr. Jonathan Donath

Dr. Jonathan Donath

Westchester Spinal Decompression Center

1241 Mamaroneck Ave
White Plains, NY 10605

Call 914-908-5562

Sciatica is a serious disorder that can result in numbness, burning, tingling or a sharp pain in the back of the legs. It is important that you turn to experts in administering natural care in order to quickly and effectively give you relief and hope for future health. This team can be found in White Plains, New York, at the Westchester Spinal Decompression Center. Dr. Jonathan Donath, DC, MS, and his staff are ready to offer you the same extraordinary individual care that has helped a growing list of satisfied patients.



Back Pain Treatment 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 are living with back pain, then you are here to look for a lower back pain treatment that can give you long-term relief. Other treatments or failed surgeries can be expensive and frustrating when they don't work. Dr. Bruce Bell, DC, QME at the South Coast Spine Center can help. If you are in San Diego, California, the relief you need is just a phone call away.