Back pain and neck pain are two of the most common maladies suffered by humanity. More time and enjoyment in life are lost due to these conditions than perhaps from any other type of ache or pain, according to US Department of Health statistics.
Additionally, medical research has found that the most common cause of chronic and severe neck and back pain is related to compression of the intervertebral discs, those shock absorbing cushions made of fiber and gel that are positioned between the vertebrae or bones of the spine. These discs can be torn suddenly due to traumatic injury, or they can wear down over time with repeated stress or age, resulting in bulging, herniation, or degeneration. This in turn causes varying degrees of pain and disability, costing Americans literally billions of dollars every year.
So what's the answer? There are many gimmicks, "experts", drugs, pills, devices, and techniques for getting rid of back and neck pain, but the first question that needs to be answered is, "What's causing the pain?"
Once it has been correctly determined that one or more spinal discs are damaged, degenerated, bulging, protruding, or herniated, a few additional tests are made to determine whether a patient is a good candidate for one of our treatment methods. If their condition is suitable for it, one of a number
of relatively new forms of treatments called "True Non-Surgical Spinal Decompression" administered with DRX9000 technology can be implemented. This technology has been developed and improved over the past 20 plus years, and has now been made available in it's most advanced form with our DRX9000 systems.
Additionally, with over 20 years of experience in utilizing this form of treatment, I've learned some valuable skills on how to administer it very successfully, even in some of the most severe cases that have failed to respond to other treatments, including surgery. The success rates we've seen at the South Coast Spine Center over the last 5 years have exceeding anything I've experienced in both the orthopedic/neurological and alternative physical medicine treatment settings. Check out some of our "DRX Success Stories" at: www.SouthCoastSpine.com
Typically, the cause of neck or back pain is multi-factoral. Therefore, an "in-depth" evaluation by a qualified physician with proper experience and training is the first important step. Necessary diagnostic imaging (MRI, CT, X-ray, etc.) and other diagnostic testing (EMG, NCV, Ortho/Neuro, etc.) is also essential for determining the precise nature of the underlying condition. Once a proper diagnosis is made, then the right treatment options can be rationally addressed.
Far too often, patients who arrive at our offices for the first time have never been tested and diagnosed properly. That's why we take the time and energy required to obtain the right tests and studies to arrive at the correct diagnosis before recommending any type of treatment. Once the patient's condition is correctly diagnosed, it is explained in detail. Once understood, all treatment options are discussed and the best ones are selected. If the patient needs a referral to another specialist, we recommend the one(s) we believe to be most qualified.
With that being said, if a patient's condition is best treated with what we provide at the South Coast Spine Center, my favorite part of my job begins; getting rid of the pain and starting the healing and rehabilitative treatment plan! Our greatest satisfaction comes from "Relieving Pain . . . Restoring Lives" as our mission reflects. For more information on how our treatments work, log onto: www.SouthCoastSpine.com and click on the How It Works and Services tabs.
If you or someone you know suffers from debilitating or chronic neck or back pain or sciatica leg pain, due to herniated disc, bulging disc, protruding disc, or degenerative disc, have them give us a call at: 619-472-2225 (BACK) to schedule a complimentary diagnostic visit ($275 Value) at no charge and with no obligation when they mention this blog entry! Tell our friendly staff that you saw us on; TheDiscDoctor.com
Yours in excellent health . . . and absolutely no more neck or back pain!
Dr. Bruce Bell, D.C., Q.M.E., Qualified Medical Evaluator, American Academy of Spine Physicians, Director of the South Coast Spine Center of San Diego, 1750 E. Palomar Street, Suite 7, Chula Vista, CA 91913 Tel: 619-472-2225
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