Why
Spinal Disc Decompression Works:
This FDA approved
technology relieves pain by enlarging the space between the discs.
The negative pressure of decompression releases pressure that builds
on to the disc and nerves, allowing the herniated and bulging disc
to eventually go back into normal position. Decompression is the only
treatment that is truly most effective for severe cases of herniation,
degeneration, arthritis, stenosis and pressure on the nerve root.
According to a clinical study performed by the Orthopedic Technological
Review in 2004, said that 86% of all cases experienced spinal pain
relief with disc decompression.
What
is the difference between decompression and traction?
Many clinicians
specializing in lumbar spine pathology have criticized traditional
traction. Traction fails in many cases because it causes muscular
stretch receptors to fire, which then cause para-spinal muscles to
contract. This muscular response actually causes an increase in intradiscal
pressure. On the other hand, genuine decompression is achieved by
gradual and calculated increases of distraction forces to spinal structures,
utilizing various degrees of distraction forces.
A highly specialized
computer must modulate the application of distraction forces in order
to achieve the ideal effect. The system uses applies a gentle, curved
angle pull which yields far greater treatment results that a less
comfortable, sharp angle pull. Distraction must be offset by cycles
of partial relaxation.
The system continuously
monitors spinal resistance and adjusts distraction forces accordingly.
A specific lumbar segment can be targeted for treatment by changing
the angle of distraction. This patented technique of decompression
may prevent muscle spasm and patient guarding. Constant activity monitoring
takes place at a rate of 10,000 times per second, making adjustments
not perceived by the eye as many as 20 times per second via its fractional
metering and monitoring system.
Genuine decompression
also involves the use of a special pelvic harness that supports the
lumbar spine during therapy. Negative pressure within the disc is
maintained throughout the treatment session. With genuine decompression,
the pressure within the disc space can actually be lowered to about
-150 mmHg. As a result, the damaged disc will be rehydrated with nutrients
and oxygen.
Isnt
decompression just a fancy name for a traction machine?
No. There is a
big different between traction, distraction and decompression. Traction
has been around for hundreds, if not thousands of years. The problem
with traction as it is known today is that it is not always beneficial.
In 1998, the Scientific American rated traction to be of little or
no value in the examination of efficacious therapies for lower back
pain. This finding is consistent with many studies that report traction
can often times signal a nociceptive splinting response and put a
patients back muscles in spasm, resisting any attempts to effect
a change on the disc proper.
Distraction, a
term used to describe a flexion distraction technique, attempts to
reposition the spine from the offending lesion. This technique has
been shown to be very effective, even though potentially damaging
to the person performing the technique and largely dependent on the
skill of the technician. Like traction, distraction procedures are
limited in the ability to reduce the intradiscal pressure, or produce
a negative pressure within the disc imbibing fluid, nutrients and
creating an environment for repair.
Decompression
therefore is an event - a combination of restraint, angle position
and equipment engineering. One can experience traction without decompression,
but not decompression without traction. Traction is a machine - Decompression
is an event.
What
Result I Expect?
Many patients
with lower back syndromes may experience pain relief as early as the
third treatment session. Comparison of pre-treatment MRIs with
post-treatment MRIs has shown a 50% reduction in the size and
extent of herniation. In clinical studies, 86% of patients reported
relief of back pain with the our system. Within the past five years,
some private practice clinicians have reported success rates as high
as 90%.
What
Time Commitments Are Required By Patients?
Each treatment
session averages 25 to 30 minutes in duration (research has established
that optimum results are achieved with sessions that incorporate 10
to 15 decompression/relaxation cycles). On average, one daily session
for 20-30 treatments is necessary for patient self-healing to occur.
Herniated discs
generally respond within 20 sessions, while patients with degenerated
discs may need ongoing therapy at regulated intervals to remain pain
free. Still other patients, due to lifestyle or occupation, may also
require maintenance therapy. Patients with posterior facet syndromes
may achieve complete remission with 10 or fewer sessions. Research
has demonstrated that most patients achieve full remission from pain
after the initial treatment regimen.
What
is the typical diagnosis?
Since non-specific
low back pain and cervical pain generally encompass a myriad of mechanical
failures, including muscles, tendons, ligaments, and other soft tissue
that encroach or produce pressure on the nerves, the term intervertebral
disc syndrome can be used. This diagnosis does not necessarily require
(although recommended) an MRI to confirm the presence of a disc involvement
Who
can benefit from using Disc Decompression Therapy?
The following
would be inclusion criteria for the Decompression Therapy (1) Pain
due to herniated and bulging lumbar discs that is more than four weeks
old; (2) Recurrent pain from a failed back surgery that is more than
six months old; (3) Persistent pain from degenerated discs not responding
to four weeks of therapy; (4) Patients available for four weeks of
treatment protocol; and (5) Patient at least 18 years of age.
These indications
are ideal candidates for enrollment into our program and have the
potential of achieving quality outcomes in the treatment of their
back pain: (1) Nerve Compression; (2) Lumbar Disorders; (3) Lumbar
Strains; (4) Sciatic Neuralgia; (5) Herniated Discs; (6) Injury of
the Lumbar Nerve Root; (7) Degenerative Discs; (8) Spinal Arthritis;
(9) Low Back Pain w/ or w/o Sciatica; (10) Degenerative Joint Disease;
(11) Myofasctois Syndrome; (12) Disuse Atrophy; (13) Lumbar Instability;
(14) Acute Low Back Pain; and (15) Post-Surgical Low Back Pain.
Lastly, the system
should be utilized with patients with low back pain, with or without
radiculopathy who have failed conventional therapy (physiotherapy
and chiropractic) and who are considering surgery. Surgery should
only be considered following a reasonable trial of Decompression therapy
protocols.
What
conditions are contraindicated?
Patients with
the following problems or symptoms are usually excluded from using
the Spinal Decompresion therapy: Pregnancy, Prior lumbar surgical
fusion, Metastatic cancer, Severe osteoporosis, Spondylolisthesis,
Compression fracture of lumbar spine below L-1, Pars defect, Aortic
aneurysm, Pelvic or abdominal cancer, Disc space infections, Severe
peripheral neuropathy, Hemiplegia, paraplegia, or cognitive dysfunction,
Cauda Equina syndrome, Tumors, osteod osteoma, multiple myeloma, osteosarcoma,
Infection, osteomyelitis, meningitis, virus, and HNP (sequestered/free
floating fragment).
How
long is each session and what is the treatment protocol?
Each session on
the Decompression equipment is approximately 25-40 minutes long (45
minute sessions include set-up and take-off), accompanied by 15 minutes
of stimulation, heat packs and manipulation. The patient comes for
20-30 visits over a 4-6 week period. The doctor will provide a complete
copy of the Spinal decompression treatment protocol upon request.
How
long before a patient experiences change?
Often times a
patient experiences some relief within the first few (3-7) treatments.
Usually by the 12th to 15th treatment all patients have reported some
remission of symptoms. Patients not showing significant improvement
by the 15th to 18th session may be referred for further diagnostic
evaluation.
Does
Decompression Therapy work for everyone?
Eighty-to-ninety
percent of patients who have been properly selected and comply with
the Spinal Disc Decompression protocol will have good-to-excellent
outcomes. Patients conditions that do not respond quickly to
the therapy are often unable to be helped by anything quickly. Patients
vary in age, sex and body morphology and may require counseling in
weight loss, nutrition and other lifestyle changes.
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