Natural aging and traumatic accidents are two of the most common reasons for damage to the spinal discs. The normal aging process can create weakness in the discs and a gradual breakdown. Traumatic accidents can also damage the spinal discs. In both instances the discs can become damaged to the point where the inner material can bulge out or even breakthrough the outer fibers, when this happens it is called a herniated disc.
But how will one know if they are suffering from a herniated disc? Depending on where the damage has occurred, it can be in the lower back, neck, or upper back. There may be signs and symptoms like numbness, pain and weakness in that particular area. Most patients we see have herniated discs in the lower back.
To determine the location and severity of the disc problem I usually order an MRI or CT scan after a thorough history and exam have been done. Patients with disc problems may experience pain that may last for weeks, months or many years. Most of the patients that present to the Arizona Back Institute have been suffering for quite some time.
Because herniated discs are not uncommon problems, there are many medical treatments designed to treat patients with this condition.
Some of the most common treatments for herniated discs include physical therapy, spinal injections, medication, massage, chiropractic and acupuncture.
The medical literature however doesn’t support long term benefits for most of these treatments. That is precisely the reason most patients seek out care at our office and look into spinal decompression. In my experience spinal decompression offers the best chance of a long and stable recovery.
We use the DRX9000 in our office. I have been offering spinal decompression as a primary treatment for lower back and neck pain for many years and have some of the most incredible success stories you can imagine. The treatment is extremely desirable because of the non-invasive nature and safety of it.
The Understanding of the use of theDRX9000 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.
The typical treatment program consists of approximately 20 sessions; 4-5 times per week. Other treatments are usually combined with spinal decompression to treat other conditions that are typically caused by herniated discs like muscle weakness in the spine
The pain of a herniated disc can be a life altering experience. Finding the right course of treatment can be a difficult proposition. If you don’ choose the right course of treatment you may be doomed to repeat episodes.
