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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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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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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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Relief from Lower Back Pain Caused by Herniated Disc or Sciatica North Farmington, Michigan
 Eric Mintz

Eric Mintz

Detroit Institute for Spinal Care

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

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When you're suffering from lower back pain and feeling weakness, numbness or tingling in your legs, then your lower back pain may be caused by a herniated disc or sciatica. Then you need to contact Dr. Eric Mintz, DC in North Farmington, Michigan. There, he can help you with your lower back pain through Spinal Decompression.



Bad Back Manhattan
Dr. Steven Shoshany

Dr. Steven Shoshany

New York Integrative Medical and Rehab

632 Broadway, Ste 303 (btw. Bleecker & Houston)
Manhattan, NY 10012

Call (888) 435-7155

Tired of dealing with your bad back? New York Integrative Medical and Rehab has the pain management services you need. Founder, Dr. Steven Shoshany goes to great lengths to ensure patients see long term pain relief with non-invasive treatment. From cutting edge spinal decompression to complementary massage therapy, Downing Chiropractic has all of your personal needs covered.



Neck Pain Clifton, NJ
Dr. David Podell, DC

Dr. David Podell, DC

Waterfront Institute for Spine and Joint Rehabilitation

115 River Rd, Bld 10
Edgewater, New Jersey 07020

Call (888) 319-4510

If your experiencing chronic pain in you neck or back Waterfront Institute in Clifton New Jersey can help.



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.



Dr. Steven Moalemi
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

Passive resistance to chronic joint pain may prove fatal. In such instances, the acute treatments of a certified medical specialist can put an end to the pain caused by lower back or neck pain, so that you can start living in relief. At Empire Physical, Dr. Steven Moalemi can help you with these problems you are facing. He is a board certified medical professional who has many years of experience and employs a great deal of skill to make certain that your condition is fully repaired.



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.



Spinal Decompression Midtown Manhattan
Dr. Howard Goodman, DC

Dr. Howard Goodman, DC

NYREHAB Pain Management & Medical Services P.C.

4 Park Avenue (Btw 33-34th St)
Midtown Manhattan, New York 10016

Call (888) 292-7798

Is chronic back pain keeping you from planning that ski trip or even just picking up your baby? Spinal Decompression with Dr. Howard Goodman, DC in Midtown Manhattan has helped many to have a more active health life without nagging back pain. SpinalAid spinal decompression has provided relief for many, and Dr. Goodman is the only chiropractor in Manhattan to provide their patented system.



Sciatica Toledo, Ohio
Dr. Kevin Sweeney

Dr. Kevin Sweeney

Toledo Spine Care Center


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Are you suffering from excruciating pain caused by sciatica that just won't stop? Are you looking for an effective way to put an end to it? Then look no further. The solution towards a pain-free life lies with Dr. Kevin Sweeney, DC at the Toledo Spine Center in Toledo, Ohio. He has the qualifications as well as the cutting edge equipment to successfully ease your pain and improve your quality of life.



Back Pain Chula Vista
 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

Back pain can keep you from doing the physical activities you enjoy. If you would like to get back on your feet again, Dr. Bruce Bell, DC, QME of the South Coast Spine Center, may have the knowledge and tools to help treat your condition. His office located near Chula Vista, CA, is home to the state-of-the-art technologies of spinal decompression. Through the use of traditional chiropractic care and the technology of the DRX9000 spinal decompression system, patients can experience a reduction in back pain without the use of drugs or surgery.



Spinal Decompression Loudoun County, Virginia

Empowered Doctor

Empowered Doctor


Sterling, VA 20166

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Are you experiencing chronic back pain? Have you tried several treatments without experiencing long term pain relief? Spinal decompression therapy is something different. Spinal decompression is a non-surgical, non-invasive, and drug free way of successfully treating back pain. At Potomac Family & Sports Chiropractic Center in Sterling, Virginia, Dr. Alex McMinn uses spinal decompression therapy for low back and neck pain patients.



Back Pain Treatment Westchester
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 Back Pain at some point in their lives. Although less than ten percent of this pain will become chronic, it is very important that you seek help for a reputed professional due to the intricate nature of the spinal system. If you live in or around Westchester, Dr. Jonathan Donath has years of professional experience of administering safe and effective nature care our of his state of the art medical facility, Westchester Spinal Decompression Center. Both he and his team of experts will work with you every step of the way to ease your pain while increasing your functionality.



Spinal Decompression in Austin TX
 Austin Chiropractic Center

Austin Chiropractic Center

Austin Chiropractic Center

6800 West Gate Blvd, Ste 117
Austin, Texas 78745

Call 512-371-6936

If chronic back pain or any other conditions alike is the cause for your decrease of satisfaction in life, contact the Austin Chiropractic Center in Austin, Texas and ask if their spinal decompression treatment is a suitable option to help your pain go away



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.



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.



Nutritional Therapy Forsyth County, Georgia
 Natural Medicine and Chiropractic Specialties

Natural Medicine and Chiropractic Specialties

Natural Medicine and Chiropractic Specialties

2450 Atlanta Highway Sute 1601
Forsyth County, Cumming, GA 30040

Call 888.765.0580

If you're nursing your way back from a disorder and are in need of Nutritional Therapy to regain your strength or you're simply attempting to lead a healthier lifestyle in Forsyth County, Georgia, Dr. Kyle and Angela Fogel are the experts more and more individuals are turning to for holistic care at Natural Medicine and Chiropractic Specialties. They specialize in the use of combining chiropractic care techniques with natural medicines in order to address the patient's needs in creating a personalized, drug-free treatment. As your personal Nutritional Therapy program begins to be incorporated into your every day life, your body will feel healthier and be able to defend against the heavy metals, pollutants, and other health risks posed to us through everyday living.



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.



Seattle Sciatica
Dr. Jeremy Meadows

Dr. Jeremy Meadows

Spinal Relief Center USA

16701 Cleveland Street Suite C
Redmond, WA 98052

Call (888) 351-8612

If you're tired of sciatica pain, then it's time to make a change. Dr. Jeremy Meadows, DC at Spinal Relief Center in Seattle, WA is a qualified chiropractor who offers safe and advanced treatment with the goal of pain relief, increased mobility, and long-term spinal health.



Bulging Disc San Diego, CA
 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

When you're suffering from bulging or herniated discs or degenerative disc disease, you may have tried over the counter medications, prescription drugs, acupuncture, exercise or physical therapy. If those treatments have failed, then your doctor may have prescribed a series of steroid injections, or perhaps even spine surgery, with all the risks and dismal failure statistics that go along with them. However, Dr. Bruce Bell, DC, QME, Director of the South Coast Spine Center in San Diego, CA offers another option. His methods are non-surgical, non-invasive, natural and medically proven by top doctors from the Mayo Clinic, John Hopkins University, and Stanford University to relieve the pain by repairing and healing the damaged discs that can cause severe back and neck pain.



Spinal Decompression 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

Thinking of going in for spinal decompression therapy? DRX9000 is the latest in non-surgical, noninvasive treatment of back pain. Check out this FDA cleared spinal decompression technology with Dr. Adrian Marcus at Greenwich Pain Relief in Fairfield County. This is a place where they know disc pain and can offer you treatment options. Dr. Marcus is a Diplomate of the Academy of Medical Acupuncture and is in charge of the Back and Neck Pain Center at Greenwich.



Back Pain Relief Spinal Decompression Therapy at Chiropractic Center in North Salt Lake, Duval Count
Dr. Michael Kunzler

Dr. Michael Kunzler

Utah Disc Center

471 West Heritage Park Blvd Suite 3
Layton, UT 84041

Call (888) 292-6858

If you're continuously experiencing harsh back pain, you should know that there is an effective treatment solution out there that can heal it. By undergoing spinal decompression therapy at an effective chiropractic center, you can finally gain an alternative to a life full of pain and discomfort. If you live in North Salt Lake, Duval County, Utah, you should consider experiencing this innovative approach to back pain care at the Utah Disc Center. Dr. Michael Kunzler is a respected back specialist there who is determined to make back pain relief your final result of treatment.