"I have had low back pain with radiation
down the left leg due to three
herniated discs and a ruptured
disc above the herniated discs.
After having an MRI and a surgical
consult, it was determined that
there are no surgical procedures
that could be performed. I was left
with using medication with minimal
results. My sister heard about
spinal decompression and passed
on information downloaded from
the CT Spine and Disc Center
from their website. After reading
all about spinal decompression
there was no doubt in my mind that this was the treatment I was looking
for. After making an appointment
and talking with Dr. Bellinger,
I was even more convinced this
treatment was for me. Everyone in the office is very personable
and the treatments were painless.
After 15 treatments, I am more pain
free and no longer have to rely on
medication for relief. I’m now able
to walk longer distances and climb
stairs again, I am just so happy,
I’m smiling again and I would not
hesitate to recommend this treatment to anyone! Thank you so much for giving
me a new lease on life!”
- Judy.B Coventry, CT
"I was having left leg pain (sciatica)
due to prolonged sitting for the past
year. Physical therapy only gave me a
little relief. In addition to left leg
pain, my left foot began having a
burning sensation. My Doctor ordered
an MRI. The MRI showed that my L4 and
L5 discs were bulging onto the nerves
of my left leg and foot. Back surgery
was out of the question. I began spinal
decompression treatment at CT Spine
and Disc Center. The treatments are
gentle, painless, and effective.
I felt relief from pain after only 4
sessions. My treatment was 20 sessions
and I am now 99.9% pain free. The DRX 9000
really worked for me ! I love that machine !
The Doctors and staff are very friendly and
professional. They excel at making you
comfortable during your visits."
Thank you CT Spine and Disc Center !- Kirk.M Manchester, CT
"After being told surgery was my only
option I was put in touch with another
treatment called the DRX 9000. My pain
was so bad, I could not do anything.
After four treatments, I was able to
stand up straight and walk again.
I am now able to do almost everything
I did before, and am enjoying the
freedom I had before. At the end
of this treatment, I no longer need
assistance of a walker or a cane
to get around. I am so thankful I
had another option. Thanks to the
Doctors and staff at CT Spine and
Disc Center. I am doing very well."
-Anne. B Tolland, CT
"I suffered mainly from headaches,
tension in the neck and shoulders, also some low back stiffness and pain. After the 1st appointment my neck felt
better and I haven't had a real
headache since that 1st
appointment. As a pharmacist,
I see many people choosing
drugs as an easy way for
treatment rather than
treating the real problems.
Chiropractic care is an
alternative that doesn't
come with the bad effects
of drug therapy."
-Michael S.
"The sciatica and weakness in
my back have improved so
drastically. In the past couple
of years I've had difficulty
straightening up after
sitting for long periods of time.
That has disappeared-
Thank goodness! I thought it
was a natural result of aging
but apparently not."
- Ellie E.
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Optimum Health Articles
MAY IS CORRECT POSTURE MONTH:Are You Aware of the Hidden Risks of the School Environment?
Standing up straight is important for everyone, but at no time is it more crucial to develop the habits of good posture than in childhood. Many adults with chronic back pain can trace the problem to years of bad posture habits or injuries in childhood.
Because they are growing and more active, children may be at even more risk for injury to the back and spine. According to studies, there is a significantly high risk associated with football, trampolining and gymnastics. More than 1/3 of all high school football players sustain some type of injury. As a parent, seek professional help for children in the event of even a minor sports injury. Parents should also be aware that babies who are not strapped into an auto safety seat run the risk of injury and even death in the event of a quick stop or an accident.
According to the American Chiropractic Association, most Americans are not considering a variety of hidden risk factors our kids face every day in their school environment. A troubling new study published in the journal Spine reveals an urgent need for health promotion programs to increase awareness and reduce risks in the school environment, such as heavy backpacks, desks and chairs that don't fit their users, and an absence of physical activity during recess.
This May, during Correct Posture Month, the ACA is urging school administrators, teachers, and parents' organizations to more closely examine these unexpected dangers lurking in our schools. Specifically, ACA recommends that parents and schools become more aware of the risks associated with heavy backpacks, improper computer ergonomics and physical inactivity.
Backpack Safety
Young children are suffering from back pain much earlier than previous generations, and the use of overweight backpacks is a contributing factor. ACA offers the following tips to help prevent the needless pain that backpack misuse could cause the students in your household:
* Make sure your child's backpack weighs no more than 10 percent of his or her bodyweight. A heavier backpack will cause your child to bend forward in an attempt to support the weight on his or her back, rather than on the shoulders.
* A backpack should never hang more than four inches below the waistline. A backpack that hangs too low increases the weight on the shoulders, causing your child to lean forward when walking.
* Urge your child to wear both shoulder straps. Lugging a backpack around by one strap can cause a disproportionate shift of weight to one side, leading to neck and muscle spasms, as well as low-back pain.
* The shoulder straps should be adjustable so the backpack can be fitted to your child's body. Straps that are too loose can cause the backpack to dangle uncomfortably and cause spinal misalignment and pain.
Computer Ergonomics
At least 70 percent of America's 30 million elementary school students use computers, according to a recent New York Times article. As a result, many children are already suffering from chronic pain in the hands, back, neck and shoulders, as well as repetitive motion injuries (RMI) such as carpal tunnel syndrome. ACA suggests the following to help reduce the possibility of your child suffering painful and possibly disabling injuries:
Make sure the your child's workstation chair fits him or her correctly. There should be two inches between the front edge of the seat and his or her knees. The chair should also have arm supports so that elbows rest within a 70- to 135-degree angle to the computer keyboard.
Your child's knees should be positioned at an approximate 90- to 120-degree angle. To accomplish this, feet can be placed on a footrest, box, stool or similar object.
Limit your child's time at the computer and make sure he or she takes periodic breaks during computing time.
Physical Activity & Nutrition
Childhood obesity has reached its highest level in 30 years. Contributing to this trend is the fact that American children are exercising less and eating less healthy foods than ever before. ACA recommends the following to help combat this growing problem:
Because physical inactivity is a risk factor for obesity, children should participate in at least 30 minutes of physical activity each day.
Make sure your kids are getting plenty of rest. Eight hours of sleep is ideal for children. Sluggishness, irritability and loss of interest in school or physical activity could indicate that your child is fatigued.
Avoid serving your child carbonated soft drinks. Instead, children should try to drink five to eight 8-ounce glasses of water each day.
Make sure your child is eating a well-balanced diet and does not skip meals. Avoid providing high-fat foods, such as candy bars and fast food. At home, offer fruit rather than cookies, and vegetables instead of potato chips.
Chiropractic Care Can Help
If your child complains of pain and strain from sitting at a computer or from wearing a heavy backpack, see a doctor of chiropractic. A doctor of chiropractic can help alleviate your child's pain and help prevent injury. A doctor of chiropractic can also offer advice on lifestyle changes to keep your little one fit and healthy.
source:American Chiropractic Association
05/04
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