Wednesday, February 11, 2009

How Spinal Decompression Can Help With A Herniated Disc

By Dr. Randall Pruitt

There are things in life that we can not control such as aging or accidents. As our bodies age through time, our bones become more brittle and therefore it makes it more prone for damage. Trauma caused by accidents can also cause damage to our bones and discs.

The most common place where herniated disc takes place is in our lower back area. It can occur in several places but it is usually where the pain originates. It can also be in your neck or upper back. You will also feel numbness, pain and weakness in that area.

The physician or doctor can order an MRI or a CT Scan after taking your medical history and after doing a physical examination. Patients who suffer from disc problems may experience pain that last for weeks or maybe even years. At Arizona Back Institute, most patients have been suffering for a prolonged period of time.

Because of the frequency with which herniated discs occur, there are many treatments that have been developed to treat them.

There are several ways on how to treat herniated discs. Physical therapy, yoga, pilates and stretching are just to name a few. Medications, surgery or spinal injections may also be applied by the doctors.

Since patients who suffer from herniated disc suffers from prolonged pain, they are also seeking for a medical procedure that would address their pain long-term. Decompression therapy does that. It has been the most effective procedure that alleviates the pain for a long period of time.

I personally use the DRX9000 in my office. In the past 10 years I have offered spinal decompression to thousands of patients and have seen the most remarkable results. It provides a highly desirable alternative to invasive surgery.

The Understanding of the use of the DRX9000 is quite easy to comprehend. Since the main issue is in the treatment of herniated discs the treatment is ideal. It works by reducing the pressure in the disc until such time that a vacuum is formed. This vacuum reduces the herniation and decreases the pressure on nerves and other pain sensitive structures, reducing the feelings of pain and the disability.

Spinal Decompression requires you to undergo a minimum of 20 sessions; about 4-5 sessions in a week. This is combined with supportive exercises and other treatment modalities to increase the overall effectiveness of the treatment.

Herniated disc is a life changing experience that is why it is very important to to find the right treatment that can help you alleviate the pain and reduce your disability. It is important for patients and doctors to resort to the best procedure and treatment there is. - 15438

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