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Treatment for spondylolesthesis & herniated lumbar disc

This is a great story about someone who would be unlikely to be a success within natural approaches to lumbar disc treatment. He was successful because of the combination of specific modalities that where assembled for his unique circumstance. I use the Pettibon System for Chiropractic. This is the most reliable system I have found for great posture changes, and symptom relief. Pettibon uses various equipment such as weight harnesses. These act to strengthen your spine into the right place after a specific adjustment is made. We also use Spinal decompression for repairing discs, level 4 laser and prolotherapy for regeneration of damaged joints, disc’s and muscles, think our patients are so happy with our center because we offer so many options we can usually find the right modality to help them versus trying to force one or two modalitys in hope we help most patients. The repair response?The repair response of musculoskeletal tissues generally starts with the formation of a blood clot and degranulation of platelets, which releases growth factors and cytokines at the site. This microenvironment results in chemotaxis of inflammatory cells as well as the activation and proliferation of local progenitor cells. In most cases, fibroblastic scar tissue is formed. In some settings, however, such as in a fracture callus, these conditions can also facilitate the formation of new bone tissue.# 3 PUMPS YOUR DISCS

Now the fun part! There are a few therapies that have shown to be very helpful in reversing the signs of aging in your spine all of which utilize movement that mechanically pumps your discs. The best therapies utilize home systems so that you can do something daily. Spinal decompression is another therapy that uses axial traction that is done via computer. This creates a negative pressure that draws fluid in from around the spine and also helps repair herniated or budging areas. There are other devises that can be used to reverse pressure on your discs. These are all great and should be done with the supervision of a qualified professional. These therapies along with an active healthy lifestyle can help prevent or reverse the aging process of the spine and keep you active and happy. I’m a Chiropractor and I practice in Sarasota, Florida and have for 14 yrs. I like to say I practice what I preach and stay healthy myself. Our clinic is Advanced Wellness Center and we are the 3rd largest Holistic center in the state of Florida. We are diversified and often help people who no one else can. Some of the special services we offer besides Acupuncture and chiropractic are NeuroCranial Restructuring, Pettibon, Class 4 laser (k-laser) Prolotherapy, Platelet Rich Plasma Therapy, EWOT or exercise with oxygen, super slow zone training, Asyra testing and biological terrain testing acupoint injection therapy.

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Low Back Pain Part 6: Degenerative Disc Disease (DDD)

Degenerative disc disease (DDD) is a very common type of back pain. Dr. Steve Mazza explains how DDD occurs and what activities cause this type of pain. Watch how he evaluates a patient and diagnoses degenerative disc disease. Find out what role Imaging studies play in the diagnosis of this condition. Dr. Mazza reviews the treatment options available for DDD.

Part 6 of 8

Watch next Part 7 – Sciatica. Dr. Scott Stoll discusses the symptoms, evaluation, and treatment of this common cause of back pain.

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PRODISC® Lumbar Artificial Disc Replacement (ADR) Surgery – The Spine Institute Santa Monica CA

The Spine Institute in California has done more PRODISC® artificial disc replacement (ADR) surgeries than any other institution in the US.

What is it? The FDA Approved PRODISC®-L Total Disc Replacement is an artificial intervertebral disc made from metal and plastic that is used to treat pain associated with degenerative disc disease (DDD). DDD is defined as discogenic back pain (pain resulting from a degenerated intervertebral disc) with degeneration of the disc confirmed by patient history and radiographic studies. The PRODISC®-L Total Disc Replacement is implanted to replace a diseased or damaged intervertebral disc during a surgical procedure called spinal arthroplasty.

How does it work? The PRODISC®-L Total Disc Replacement consists of three parts:

1. Two metal (cobalt-chrome alloy) endplates that are anchored to the top and bottom surfaces of the spinal bones (vertebrae)
2. A plastic (ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene, or UHMWPE) inlay that fits between the two endplates
The plastic inlay and endplates help restore the natural distance between the two vertebrae (disc height). The top (superior) endplate can slide over the domed part of the inlay, which can allow movement at the level where it is implanted.

When is it used? The PRODISC®-L Total Disc Replacement is indicated for spinal arthroplasty in patients who:

1. are skeletally mature
2. have degenerative disc disease (DDD) at one level in the lumbar spine (from L3-S1)
3. have no more than Grade 1 spondylolisthesis at the involved level
4. have had no relief from pain after at least six months of non-surgical treatment

What will it accomplish? The PRODISC®-L Total Disc Replacement is used to replace a damaged intervertebral disc. The device may restore disc height, may reduce pain, and may allow movement at the level where it is implanted.

Visit www.LASpineInstitute.com or call 888-774-6376 for more information.

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