Spinal Decompression Therapy Effectiveness
Posted on February 8th, 2009
Decompression therapy is a non-surgical, non-invasive, effective treatment for chronic and acute low-back pain sufferers.
Genuine decompression therapy has relieved some common problems that are related to the vertebral disc including: sciatica, disc herniation and disc bulges, degenerative discs, failed low back surgery, posterior facet syndrome and spinal stenosis /arthritis.
Decompression therapy holds great potential in treating a large population of people who might not otherwise be able to regain health and the ability to enjoy pain-free living, without restrictions and risks associated with back surgery.
There is now hope for the millions of Americans who suffer from chronic and severe low back pain with decompression.
Why Decompression Works
Decompression relieves pressure that builds up on the discs and nerves.
The task of relieving pain is a result of the application of negative pressure to reverse high intra-disc pressure.
The pain is relieved by moving areas of herniated disc back into place by the creation of negative pressure to draw disc material back into the disc space and relieve pressure.
Decompression allows for strengthening of the outer ligament bands that hold the disc material in place and which become weak and stretched during the bulging effect.
Protocol
We have developed a comprehensive decompression treatment protocol based on extensive clinical studies utilizing decompression therapy and in-house physiotherapy; ultrasound, diathermy, massage, and electric muscle stimulation, etc.
Initially, approximately 20 sessions lasting 20 minutes are often recommended to achieve maximum results.
With a symbiotic blend of proven technology and expert clinical reasoning, our program has often achieved high success – without painful surgery.
If you have a low back pain or a question about low back pain. Call 909-648-3551 and discuss it with Dr.Mike. Or, email to drmike@advancedinjurycenter.com
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Have Leg Cramps…This Really works
Posted on October 30th, 2008
My close friend died last month; that night I had major leg cramps that lasted 24 hours. The next day I just happened to have an appt with Dr. Mike for my neck. Dr. Mike said that when someone is under a lot of stress, their body will use up all the calcium in their body (and I think he said there are three different kinds of calcium. I had no clue).
He suggested I take the Calcium Lactate (Standard Process Inc.) to help. I hesitantly bought a bottle from his office and started taking the calcium lactate. I noticed an improvement right away.
Thanks Dr. Mike.
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Improvements already
Posted on September 27th, 2008
I have been in Chiropractic treatment with Dr. Mike for less than a month and I am already seeing results. If only I had known about him many years ago.
In the past thirteen years, I have been in Chronic Pain due to a head injury. Yes, a lovely 20 lb box fell on my head. It has caused anywhere from back pain, neck pain, muscle spasms, fibromyalgia, TMJ jaw disorder, ongoing chronic pain etc…I guess you can say that every part of my body hurts; oh wait, my big toe doesn’t hurt, so I’m good.
For many years, my 2nd home has been doctors offices or medical clinics. I have seen more doctors and specialists than I care to admit.
I have been through every kind of treatment out there: from trigger point injections, ultrasounds, TMJ realignment with braces and mouth splints, have had cortisone shots, wellness shots, physical therapy many times, jaw procedures, medications, and Electric stimulation (which I call the Electric shock treatment). I have had some kind of trigger point injections in my head. There is nothing like having injections in the head. It feels like I can hear my skull crushing as the needle invades my head. Last year, I even tried the acupuncture. It did not work for me; it caused more muscle spasms that shot through my body and lasted for three days. So yes, I have had every kind of treatment out there without surgery.
Everything I have tried, did not work or was very temporary. One of my doctors is going to schedule me for another arthrocentesis (jaw procedure) but I am going to have to decline. Dr. Mike has been working on my jaw for a few weeks and I already see improvements. So bye bye other doctors. I also am seeing improvements on my neck and back. I have even noticed that I am able to move my neck easier and it feels so much better. After every adjustment, I feel so much free-er (if that’s a word.)
I also appreciate the hospitality of Dr. Mike and Debbie. Okay I am done for now. Maybe more to come later.
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Chiropractic: Hitting It Big With College Athletes
Posted on March 18th, 2008
It’s estimated that more than one-third of the American public uses the services of doctors of chiropractic and other complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) providers each year. Among those who take full advantage of CAM’s benefits are professional athletes; in fact, many pro sports teams now have chiropractors and other CAM providers as part of their medical or training staff. A new study shows that chiropractic and other types of CAM are extremely popular among athletes on the college level as well.
In this study, researchers gave a survey to more than 300 college athletes attending a Division I school in Hawaii. The survey asked the athletes about their use of different types of CAM in the previous year, along with their use of traditional medical care. Fifty-six percent of the athletes reported using some type of CAM within the past 12 months, with more women using CAM than men. Chiropractic was the second most popular form of CAM, just behind massage; 29 percent of the athletes said they had used chiropractic at least once in the past year.
While considerable evidence suggests chiropractic can improve the performance of elite athletes, there’s just as much evidence which shows chiropractic care is effective for a variety of everyday problems, too. Back pain, neck pain and migraine headaches are just a few of the many conditions that can be treated with an adjustment by a well-trained doctor of chiropractic. If you suffer from any of these conditions, make an appointment with your chiropractor today. You’ll be thankful you did. To learn more about chiropractic’s many benefits, Schedule an appointment for consultation with Dr. Trudeau, Chiropractor and Personal Trainer specializing in performance peaking. Dr. Mike presently performs Athletic Physicals for the surrounding schools and colleges and also treats many of the surrounding school athletes for sports injuries utilizing chiropractic adjustments, massage and physiotherapy.
Nichols AW, Harrigan R. Complementary and alternative medicine usage by intercollegiate athletes. Clinical Journal of Sport Medicine May 2006;16(3):232-7.
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Better Vision with Yellow Veggies
Posted on March 16th, 2008
Corn and squash may soon have a boost in sales because of a recent study in the Archives of Ophthalmology. Researchers discovered that carotenoids (the components which give these vegetables their yellow appearance) may reduce the risk of age-related vision loss.
In a study performed at the University of Wisconsin in Madison, 1,787 women between the ages of 50 and 79 were recruited four to seven years after they initially participated in the Women’s Health Initiative Observational Study. Using the original study as a baseline, researchers evaluated the participants for the prevalence of vision loss. The risk of developing vision loss declined substantially in women who included a stable intake of carotenoids, specifically “lutein” and “zeaxanthin,” in their diets.
Although the researchers feel it is necessary to conduct further studies on the subject, they also note that their findings constitute a good reason to add more vegetables to your diet. For more information on nutrition, visit www.chiroweb.com/find/archives/nutrition/index.html. To find out more on other health problems associated with aging, visit www.chiroweb.com/find/tellmeabout/aging.html.
Moeller S, Parekh N, Tinker L, et al. Associations between intermediate age-related macular degeneration and lutein and zeaxanthin in the carotenoids in age-related eye disease study (CAREDS). Archives of Opthamology, 2006;124(8):1082-1214.
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Whole Food Supplements
Posted on November 4th, 2006
In our office we use Standard Process products. A company that strives and is the leader in producing natural whole food supplements.
Through years of extensive study in the field of nutrition, Dr. Royal Lee, believed that the best natural sources of vitamins and minerals are found in whole foods. His research led to the development of concentrated food supplements uniquely processed to preserve the maximum nutrients of the whole food. Today, this whole food philosophy is reflected in all of the product formulas produced by Standard Process.
Dr. Lee’s theories have been proven by the successful use of Standard Process products by health-care professionals for over 70 years. Dr. Lee’s relatives, the Du Bois family, are the third generation to own and operate Standard Process and continue division of Dr. Lee by providing the best in whole food supplements now and into the future.
NATURALLY GROWN. The quality of nutritional supplements hinges on the quality of the raw materials they are made from.
That’s why Standard Process grows many of the raw materials used in our products on company owned, organically certified farmland in Palmer, Wisconsin. On the rich Midwestern topsoil of Wisconsin’s Kettle Moraine, grown crops are laden with nutrition. Standard Process begins by testing the mineral and nutrition levels of disloyal. Then, planting only organic seeds and nurturing them through the growing season. This creates a natural balance of the nutrients and minerals in every plant harvested for our unique products. The whole food goodness in our supplements truly starts with the sun, water, and fertile soil.
CAPTURING NATURES BOUNTY
After harvesting, Standard Process uses exclusive, patented separation and extraction processes and unique low temperature, vacuum drying methods to insure that the nutrients remain intact with all the goodness that nature has provided. These techniques retain the nutrients in their whole forms, complete with the essential components-known as natural synergists-that allow your body to naturally unlock their health-promoting properties.
Unlike mass-produced products containing high concentrations of only a few nutrients, Standard Process products provide quality nutrients in natural forms readily absorbed by your body. The term “potency” is not synonymous with the term “quantity”. It is the quality of these nutrients, rather than the quantity, that determines potency.
QUALITY GOODNESS IN EACH PRODUCT
Standard Process monitors the quality of their supplements from the moment the seed is planted to the time the finished product is packaged. This ensures that only the highest quality supplements are produced.
Standard Process on-site laboratory houses degreed microbiologist and chemists who continually check for purity in potency.
Bacteriological testing is performed on our raw materials, product batches, and finished products. Normally, a product is tested 6-8 times throughout the manufacturing process. At Sandard Process, they take great pride in our quality control measures.
“FROM OUR HANDS TO YOURS”
“We’ve packaged whole food goodness, but we can’t package the wisdom of health-care professionals”.
Professional’s knowledge and experience allows them to recommend Standard Process products and regimens that meet each patient’s unique health needs. That’s why Standard Process products are only offered through qualified health-care professionals.
THE QUALITY YOU DESERVE
1000 acres of farmland, exclusive manufacturing process, intense quality control, and whole food goodness: Standard Process offers you deemed essential nutrients of life drawn from whole foods.
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Sports Injuries
Posted on October 4th, 2006
MANY sports related injuries involve the spine.
Sports injuries among youngsters are often ignored as “growing pains”. Regular chiropractic checkups can help avoid problems seen later in adults.
Spinal injuries can be reduced range of motion, reduce strength, slow reflexes, shorten endurance, and decreased performance. Chiropractic care for these types of injuries has become increasingly popular. Professional sports teams, Olympic trainers, and competitive athletes are employing chiropractic doctors-because they demand results.
Chiropractic care helps restore function to spinal joints that are “locked up”, exceeded, and not moving properly. Besides helping to relieve pain, chiropractic care can also help reduce inflammation. Muscles, tendons, and ligaments depend upon proper joint movement for peak performance. Injuries to these tissues can reduce range of motion, affect delicate nerves, decreased blood supply, and can take you out of the game. Normalizing spinal function helps beat the healing of the soft tissues and reduce the deconditioning effect of being on the sidelines.
An aerobic exercise program or a plan of brisk walking can improve muscle tone and help you avoid strains, sprains, and other activity-restricting health problems. Help prevent sports injuries by proper stretching, warm up/warm down exercises, and by staying in shape.
Whether you golf, play tennis, bicycle, or bowl, the best treatment for sports injuries is prevention!
Asked Dr. Mike for day care plan based on your age, condition, and health objectives. Find out if chiropractic care can restore your health, improve your performance, and increased or competitive edge. Call 909-648-3551 or email to drmike@advancedinjurycenter.com
Professional athletes, “weekend warriors”, joggers and those who want to stay in shape are discovering the benefits of chiropractic care. Why is that?
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Scoliosis
Posted on October 4th, 2006
SCOLIOSIS IS MORE OFTEN SEEN IN GIRLS!
It is thought that scoliosis is the result of a hereditary problem or an adaptation to some type of trauma, such as the birth process, or an injury, such as falling off a bicycle. It usually starts with problems in the lower back.
Because spinal bones continue to grow well into the early 20s, if left uncorrected, scoliosis often worsens.
Regular chiropractic examinations can reveal small problems before they become serious.
It detected early enough, chiropractic doctors have had excellent success with scoliosis cases.
Unfortunately, the most common treatment approach has been to wait and see how bad debts, resorting to unsightly braces, were eventually surgery, if it progresses too far.
The chiropractic approach is to use specific spinal adjustments, often combined with corrective exercises. If detected early enough, chiropractic doctors have had excellent success with scoliosis cases.
Early detection in chiropractic correction is important for optimal results. Do you know someone who could benefit from the chiropractic examination?
The symptoms associated with scoliosis are often dismissed as “growing pains,” which often delays appropriate care.
WHAT IS SCOLIOSIS?
Scoliosis is a sideways curving of the spine that often gets started in childhood, when the bones of the spine are still growing. In many cases, the exact cause of scoliosis is unknown.
Scoliosis is detected by uneven shoulder Heights, a loss of structual balance, or a change in posture.
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Whiplash
Posted on October 3rd, 2006
“THE TRAGIC RESULT OF UNCORRECTED TRAUMA”
Collisions that occurred during sporting events, slips, falls or automobile crashes and all have a damaging effect on your neck and back. These types of collision-related injuries are often called a “whiplash”.
Resulting instability of the spine and soft tissues can contribute to headaches, dizziness, where vision, pain in the shoulders, arms and hands, reduced ability to turn and, and low back problems. As the body attempts to adapt, symptoms may not appear until weeks or even months later.
The chiropractic approach to these types of injuries is to use specific chiropractic adjustments to help normalize spinal function, as well as different common therapies utilized throughout the medical industry. After a thorough case history and examination, the doctor will recommend a series of visits to help restore proper motion in position of spinal bones. If caught early enough, inflammation can be reduced and scar tissue can often be minimized.
OCCUPANTS OFTEN SUFFER MORE THAN THE CAR.
Whiplash is most commonly received from writing a card that is struck from behind word that collides with another object. When the head is the nature back and forth beyond its normal limits, the muscles and ligaments supporting ahead and spine can be stretch worked on. The soft, pulpy discs between spinal bone scan bowls, care, or rupture. Vertebrae can be forced out of their normal position, reducing range of motion.
Chiropractors are experts in the care of loans, nerves, muscles and connective tissues that make up about 60 percent of your body. All the joints in your body are part of this musculoskeletal system and optimal function is necessary for overall good health. Ask Dr. Mike for more information about the care program that may include specific spinal adjustments, exercise recommendations, nutritional advice and other conservative methods of care based on your health history, age, current condition and lifestyle.
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Chiropractic: Alternative Medicine
Posted on October 3rd, 2006
Chiropractic is different.
This difference, because it avoids drugs and surgery, has delighted millions for over a century. And like anything different it has produced misunderstandings and a few skeptics.
Here’s the simple truth about today’s chiropractic…
While chiropractic is different, it certainly isn’t something that you have to “the lead in” for it to work
Instead, chiropractic results are produced by adhering to scientifically confirmed facts:
The nervous system controls every cell of your body. Nerve impulses flow from the brain, down the spinal cord, and to every organ in tissue. Impulses sent back to the brain confirmed that the body is working as it should. The moving bones of this buying can interfere with this exchange by your taking adjacent nerves. Ill health can result from distorted or compromise nervous system control of the body. He chiropractic care helped restore the integrity of the nervous system by reducing interferences caused by the spine.
How long you decide to benefit from chiropractic care is always that you.
Many spinal problems get started from dramatic births, accidents, or other long-standing problems, permanent correction can be difficult. Years of muscle damage, scar tissue, and ligamentous instability and set the stage for a relapse. Some patients find a program of supportive care (like regularly brushing your teeth) to be helpful.
After enjoying initial relief, many patients choose to continue with periodic checkups.
“IF YOU START, do you have to go for the rest of your life?”
Decide for yourself whether you want Initial Intensive Care for temporary relief, Rehabilitative Care to stabilize and strengthen the spine, or Wellness Care for non-symptomatic elective care.
“Aren’t chiropractic results just a ‘Placebo Effect’?”
This is a convenient claim made by critics to have chosen to overlook convincing proof to the contrary.
The go back depends on our suggestion. Yet chiropractic results have been enjoyed by newborns, infants, that’s that had been hit by cars, and others for whom the power of suggestion isn’t impossible!
Plus, there are alterations to a patient’s spying from chiropractic care. Many see dramatic changes when they compare x-ray views taking before and after a period of care. Other tests showed improved range of motion and flexibility.
There’s no question that power of suggestion can be important allying in the healing process. However, it can’t begin to explain the millions of patients who had been held with chiropractic care.
“I’ve heard her practicum wears out your joints.”
Chiropractic care can help prevent joints from wearing out!
Bones don’t “round” on each other. Instead, each joint is enclosed in a “capsule” of fluid that should offer a lifetime of friction-free movement. When there is a loss of proper motion or position of spinal bones, this movement can be restricted. Spinal joints above or below attempt to make the difference by moving too much.
Obviously, areas of too much movement are left to stabilize during that healing process. Instead, chiropractic spinal adjustments are directed only to those areas that are “stuck” and not moving enough.
“It’s chiropractic care safe?”
Critics mislead by suggesting that adjustments to the neck and subject patience to financial stress or compromise blood supply to the brain. But if the spine were that fragile, people would fear bending over to tighter shoes places or looking up to enjoy an evening sunset!
Thousands will die this year from anesthesia or needless back surgeries. Thousands more will perish from common aspirin or destroy their kidneys from so-called “safe” pain medicines. Adverse reactions to prescription medication are set forth leading cause of death in the United States.
Meanwhile, the rare complications from chiropractic care can be counted on one hand.
Chiropractic doesn’t add anything. And chiropractic doesn’t take anything away. It honors the wisdom of your body and your inborn potential to be healthy. It is the difference that has helped millions and produced high levels of patient satisfaction.
Ask questions. Discover the simple truth about today’s contemporary chiropractic care. And then make the natural choice.
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