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Low Back Pain Relief, Sciatica Treatment & the Spine by Austin Chiropractor

Back Pain editor — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 10:21:55 +0000

Visit our website: www.PsycheTruth.net Low Back Pain Relief, Sciatica Treatment & the Spine by Austin Chiropractor Back pain can have many different causes. Poor posture, injuries, car accidents and simple day-to-day living can cause structural issues, sciatica or sciatic nerve pain, pinched nerves, bulging or herniated discs and worse. Dr. Echols teaches you about back pain, gives tips on how to stretch the back and relieve pain and demonstrates how flexion distraction tables are used in chiropractic adjustment. Visceral pain may even be caused by the internal organs referring pain into the lower back. For example, the uterus transfers pain to the lower back and can cause discomfort during menstruation and PMS. Prostate issues can cause lower back pain in men, and addressing the health of the prostate can cure back pain in many cases. Dr. Echols is a Chiropractor in Austin, Texas. He specializes in helping relieve pain, swelling, discomfort and other ailments in the back, hip, butt, neck, bulging discs, sciatica, and more. In this free video, Dr. Echols talks about the low back and shows some gentle, safe adjustments that can help relieve pain in the low back, butt and hips. Chiropractic adjustments for the spine and low back (such as the flexion distraction table in this video) can help resolve these issues. The sacro-iliac joint can also cause sciatic pain or pain shooting down the leg. Visit Dr. Echols website at http This video was produced by Psychetruth www …

Cervical Spine Neck Part 2 Dr Matthew Brown Chelsanna.wmv

Back Pain editor — Fri, 16 Dec 2011 19:20:32 +0000

Neck pain, pinched nerve, herniated disc in the cervical spine, neck stiffness, muscle spasm, stenosis, degenerative osteoarthritis, trigger points, muscle knots – all of these conditions can be the result of old injuries such as whiplash, wrestling, and even injuries that you might not imagine as actual injuries such as neck trauma on the day a baby is born. Cervicogenic headaches, TMJ, bruxism, and torticollis are conditions that might result. This presentation teaches how to minimize the degenerative momentum from spinal joint dysfuction, facet syndrome, and herniated disc.

Herniated Disc Surgery at Laser Spine Institute Frees Ruth Meyer from Back Pain

Back Pain editor — Sun, 06 Nov 2011 23:28:28 +0000

Before her herniated disc surgery, Ruth Meyer had been in pain for more than 6 months. She tried conservative treatments such as nerve blocks, physical therapy and pain medication, but experienced no relief. She was forced to quit her job as a result of the pain and fell into depression. Soon after, she found Dr. St. Louis and Laser Spine Institute where she received minimally invasive, endoscopic herniated disc surgery that changed her life. This is Ruth’s story.

Sports Injury Herniated Disc or Bulging Disc. Laser Spine

Back Pain editor — Fri, 30 Sep 2011 19:21:02 +0000

Had a sporting injury of herniated disc or bulging disc. Find out more about laser spine surgery.

Can a pinched nerve from the spine go down the waist and leg?

Back Pain editor — Wed, 28 Sep 2011 11:21:56 +0000

For about 2 months now I have been having pain on the right side by the waist area and back. It started off on the right side by the waist and the back and then now it is on my right leg. I did 2 abdominal cat scans. One showed liver enlgarged and the other (done with contrast) showed normal. At first one of the liver enzymes were slightly elevated but then a couple of weeks later they were not. However the sonogram showed liver enlarged. A few doctors said that the pain can be from a pinched nerve from the back but the MRI showed normal. Can it still be a pinched nerve from th spine even the the MRI was normal? I went to a neurologist and they said I should do an EMG to find out if it is a nerve pain or not. They also said that it can be from the epidural I took when I was in labor for my 4 months old son. The GI said that the enlarged liver can be from the pregnancy. Is this true? I am confused about all this. IF anyone has any suggestions let me know. Thanks.

Causes and Treatment of Lower Back Pain, Dr. Won from the Minimally Invasive Spine Institute

Back Pain editor — Sat, 17 Sep 2011 23:28:19 +0000

Dr. Won talks about the advances in minimally invasive spine procedures on WFAA Good Morning Texas. Read more about The Minimally Invasive Spine Institute at zerospinepain.com

Body Positions Affecting the spine and discs – Everything You Need To Know – Nabil Ebraheim, MD

Back Pain editor — Sat, 20 Aug 2011 20:28:15 +0000

low back pain video .sacroiliac joint ,spine and discs are exposed to loads .This Educational animation video describing body positions which produce the highest measured pressure on the the discs of the lumbar spine. It has been determined that the highest intradiscal pressure is place on the discs when a person is in the seated position while leaning forward and holding weight. anatomy ,aligment andDegeneration factors are also described which may attribute to lumbar spine problems.patient with a spine problem ,disorder,disc herniation prolapse or bulge ,,xrays and MRI are usually obtained .massage adjustment rehab ,realigment and stretch to achieve flexbility of the spine vertebrae and muscles.brace injection for pain relief .doctors will perform surgery of decompression and or fusion if coservative treatment is not helpful for the patient.

Cervical Foraminal Stenosis and Nerve Compression | Neck Pain | Colorado Spine Surgeon

Back Pain editor — Fri, 05 Aug 2011 20:32:55 +0000

Dr. Donald Corenman (neckandback.com | 970-479-5895) is a Colorado Spine Surgeon who diagnoses and treats all conditions of the cervical, thoracic and lumbar spine. Dr. Corenman is in private practice at the prestigious Steadman Clinic in Vail, CO and is a skilled researcher and lecturer pertaining to all topics relating to spinal disorders, including neck pain. As one of the most renowned Colorado spine surgeons skilled at treating all areas of the spine, Dr. Corenman specializes in all degenerative spine conditions—such as cervical foraminal stenosis and nerve compression—as well as sports and traumatic injuries and spinal fractures and deformities. Dr. Corenman is passionate about educating patients, other physicians and colleagues on all conditions and treatment options for neck pain, back pain and spine conditions. You can learn more about Dr. Corenman, his practice, the spine conditions he treats and review his vast library of resources by visiting his educational website at http ; In addition, he has a wide array of spine related presentations for the public to download at: www.slideshare.net Dr. Corenman created this video—cervical foraminal stenosis and nerve compression—to explain this condition as a cause of neck pain in more detail. This video uses a spine model and an actual cadaveric vertebra specimen to demonstrate how degeneration of the front part of the cervical or neck vertebra (called the uncovertebral joint) causes compression of the nerve root. The …

Cervical Spine Neck Care Part 4 Dr Matthew Brown Chelsanna LLC.wmv

Back Pain editor — Fri, 01 Jul 2011 05:20:59 +0000

Spine Back Pain | Epidural Steroid Injection | Injury Lumbar Thoracic | Dr. Josh Levin

Back Pain editor — Thu, 19 May 2011 02:27:55 +0000

This is a video of Dr. Josh Levin, a specialist in physical medicine and rehabilitation, explaining spine pain, disc herniations and epidural steroid injections to relieve back pain. Ortho.ah.com

The Chiropractors of New Century Spine Centers in San Diego Announce New Affordable Treatment for Back Pain, Sciatica …

Back Pain editor — Wed, 20 Apr 2011 23:31:48 +0000

The Chiropractors of New Century Spine Centers in San Diego Announce New Affordable Treatment for Back Pain, Sciatica …
Spinal decompression therapy and chiropractic care are great options for the treatment of back and leg pain, but the price tag may be too hard for some to afford. Dr. Michael Pritsker is one of the chiropractors at New Century Spine Centers. The chiropractors at the San Diego office are now making it more affordable than ever for those suffering from disc pain and injury to get the treatment …

Study Analyzes the Correlation between Preoperative Patient Expectation and Mental Health with Cervical Spine Surgery …

Back Pain editor — Tue, 19 Apr 2011 00:23:41 +0000

Study Analyzes the Correlation between Preoperative Patient Expectation and Mental Health with Cervical Spine Surgery …
Anterior cervical discectomy and fusion (ACDF) has been the mainstay surgical treatment for cervical disc degeneration for many years. A study performed by researchers at Boulder Neurosurgical Associates and the University of Colorado at Boulder suggests that more optimistic patient expectation and mental health are significant factors that lead to improved clinical outcomes and higher patient …

The Bonati Spine Institute to Offer Complimentary Educational Webinar on Neck and Back Pain on April 14

Back Pain editor — Mon, 04 Apr 2011 21:32:31 +0000

The Bonati Spine Institute to Offer Complimentary Educational Webinar on Neck and Back Pain on April 14
The Bonati Spine Institute, the leading center for the patented Bonati Spine Procedures for minimally invasive laser spine surgery, will be offering an educational webinar on neck and back pain on Thursday, April 14, 2011 at 7:00 pm Eastern Daylight Time.

Posterior Cervical Foraminotomy | Neck Pain | Vail Spine Surgeon

Back Pain editor — Wed, 23 Mar 2011 20:33:31 +0000

Dr. Donald Corenman, MD, DC (neckandback.com | 970-479-5895), is a Vail spine surgeon who specializes in all areas of the neck, back and spine. He treats patients with degenerative spine disorders as well as those with sports-related and traumatic injuries. He is currently in private practice at the Steadman Clinic—Vail Spine Institute—in Vail, CO—the premier spine institute for sports injuries. Dr. Corenman is skilled at diagnosing all areas of the cervical, thoracic and lumbar spine and is an expert in treating such conditions causing back and neck pain as posterior cervical foraminotomy, spinal stenosis and degenerative disc disease, as well as all sports related and traumatic injuries involving fractures. He recently created this video on posterior cervical foraminotomy to provide a detailed description of this condition of the cervical spine. Posterior cervical foraminotomy is a technique to decompress the cervical nerve root without a fusion to reduce neck pain. The approach is from the back of the neck and the decompression takes off some of the lamina and the medial half of the facet. It is used for herniated discs in the foramen, compressing the nerve, and is not a good technique for bone spur formation or herniations as this is where the spinal cord is located. It will not work for neck pain. He has dedicated his professional life educating others about spinal disorders and treatments. He recently launched his own educational neck and back website to inform and …

Cervical Herniated Disc, DRX9500 Treatment at Texas Spine and Sports Therapy Center

Back Pain editor — Fri, 17 Dec 2010 14:43:54 +0000

Treatment using the DRX9500 Non-Surgical Spinal Decompression System for a herniated C6-7 cervical disc at Texas Spine and Sports Therapy Center

Understanding the MRI of a Lumbar Herniated Disc | Lower Back Pain | Colorado Spine Surgeon

Back Pain editor — Wed, 24 Nov 2010 01:38:56 +0000

Dr. Donald Corenman, MD, DC (neckandback.com | 970-479-5895) is a spine surgeon and spine expert practicing at the Spine Institute at the Steadman Clinic in Vail, CO. Dr. Corenman has extensive experience in spine surgeries associated with the cervical, thoracic and lumbar spine. He is an avid researcher, lecturer and writer on conditions associated with the spine. He created this video to help patients with understanding the MRI of a Lumbar Herniated Disc and lower back pain. Dr. Corenman is very passionate about educating fellow colleagues and patients about specific conditions that cause lower back pain and the treatment options that are available. You can learn more about Dr. Corenman, his practice, the spine conditions he treats and review his vast library of resources by visiting his website at http For most individuals suffering from lower back pain, a common diagnosis is a herniated disc of the lumbar (lower) spine. This video—understanding the MRI of a Lumbar Herniated Disc-is designed for the primary care physician or specialist, such as a Chiropractor or Physical Therapist, to use to learn how to read and understand the MRI of the lumbar spine. This video shows a scan of a disc herniation-you will be able to understand what a sagittal view is (side view) and what an axial image is (the bottom up view). Although most people prefer a top down view, Radiologists prefer a bottom up view. It is recommended that you first watch the “MRI of a normal lumbar spine …

Lumbar Foraminal Stenosis | Pinched Nerve in the Lower Back | Colorado Spine Surgeon

Back Pain editor — Wed, 06 Oct 2010 12:41:24 +0000

Dr. Donald Corenman, MD, DC (neckandback.com | 970-479-5895), is a Colorado spine surgeon and dedicated researcher and lecturer of all areas of the spine. He recently created the website listed above for patients, physicians, colleagues and other spine surgeons to use as a 2nd resource when seeking out information on conditions and surgical options relating to the spine. Dr. Corenman is an expert in all degenerative conditions, as well as sports-related and traumatic injuries of the spine. As a Colorado spine surgeon, performs state-of-the art surgeries to correct these conditions in his patients. He recently created this video on lumbar foraminal stenosis to provide an explanation of a pinched nerve in the lower back. Lumbar foraminal stenosis is condition of the spine that is very similar to lumbar spinal stenosis because it involves the narrowing of an area within the spinal canal. The individual nerves will exit through a small hole in the side of the spine in between the two vertebrae. This nerve root exiting occurs at every level in the spine. This condition is different than lumbar central stenosis where all the nerves in the canal are compressed. With lumbar foraminal stenosis, the compression is at the exit hole of the nerve (the foramen). This causes the pinched nerve in the lower back. Since the exiting hole is known as the foramen, narrowing of this hole is called foraminal stenosis. The stenosis is caused by the clogging of this nerve opening with bone spur …

Treatment for Neck Pain – Cervical Artificial Disc Replacement at The Spine Institute Santa Monica

Back Pain editor — Sun, 22 Aug 2010 02:31:41 +0000

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™-C Total Disc Replacement is a device made from metal and plastic that is placed between two adjacent vertebral bodies (neck bones) to replace a diseased cervical disc. The ProDisc™-C 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 adjacent vertebral bodies 2. A plastic (ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene or UHMWPE) inlay that fits between the two endplates How does it work? The plastic inlay and endplates are intended to restore the natural distance between the two vertebrae (disc height). The top (superior) endplate can slide over the domed part of the plastic inlay, which can allow movement at the level where it is implanted. When is it used? The ProDisc™-C Total Disc Replacement is intended to be used in skeletally mature patients (people who have stopped growing) for reconstruction of the disc from C3-C7 following removal of the disc at one level for intractable symptomatic cervical disc disease (SCDD), a condition that results from a diseased or bulging disc. What will it accomplish? The device is intended to stabilize the operated spinal level. Unlike a fusion procedure, the ProDisc™-C Total Disc Replacement is designed to allow motion at the operated spinal level. The effects of the …

How To Stretch For Back Pain 3: Upper Back Spine Roller

Back Pain editor — Tue, 17 Aug 2010 23:59:06 +0000

Expand the description and view the text of the steps for this how-to video. Check out Howcast for other do-it-yourself videos from chriscomfort and more videos in the Back Pain category. You can contribute too! Create your own DIY guide at www.howcast.com or produce your own Howcast spots with the Howcast Filmmakers Program at www.howcast.com If you work at a desk all day, you probably have poor posture… and if you have poor posture, you probably have upper back pain. This stretch can work out the kinks—just don’t hold back. To complete this How-To you will need: Comfortable clothes A large towel 2 large rubber bands A floor A 3- to 5-inch-diameter foam roller Step 1: Roll towel Fold the large towel in half lengthwise and roll it very tightly, creating a cylinder that’s 3-5 inches in diameter. Tip: Replace the rolled towel with a foam roller, a common and inexpensive physical therapy tool. Step 2: Place rubber band Place one rubber band around the rolled towel near each end to keep it tightly rolled. Step 3: Place on floor Place the rolled towel on the floor where you will lie so that it will be perpendicular to your body. Step 4: Lie on floor Lie on your back on the floor so the rolled towel is at the base of your shoulder blades. Your knees should be bent and your feet flat on the floor. Step 5: Cradle head Cradle your head by cupping the upper part of the back of your head in your interlaced fingers. Bring your elbows toward each other so that your arms are along …

What are the symptoms of a herniated disc in the cervcial spine?

Back Pain editor — Tue, 27 Jul 2010 12:04:52 +0000

Somone please help… I just had surgery on my lower back for herniated discs, so i am at a very high risk for more in other areas of my spine. Will someone please tell me what the symptoms are for herniated cervical discs.

Advances in back care and treatment options for slipped disc, spine surgery and vertebral fractures

Back Pain editor — Sat, 13 Mar 2010 13:35:44 +0000

Advances in back care and treatment options for slipped disc, spine surgery and vertebral fractures
Approximately 21 million visits were made to physicians’ offices due to back problems in 2006. While countless adults experience back pain and stiffness, many suffer from serious spine and back conditions -including injury, herniated discs and the deterioration of the vertebrae. Three new studies presented at the 2010 Annual Meeting of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) detail …

PINCHED NERVE SPINE

Back Pain editor — Tue, 02 Mar 2010 05:36:03 +0000

Nerves in general, especially nerve roots, are not getting actually “pinched” as in getting a kink in it, but instead, most of the situations people are describing as a pinched nerve, is actually a situation in which there is a pressure increase (or a partial pressure increase) on the nerve. From experiments in nerve physiology, we know that nerves do not respond well to increase pressure on them, and indeed, even a relatively small increase in pressure can have dramatic effects and in causing nerve pathology. In the area where the nerve exits the spinal cord, and moves outward to supply the body, any decrease in the patency, or opening size of the “hole between the spinal bones” or “intervertebral foramen” can have a disastrous effect on nerve function. A decrease in the size of the opening of the intervertebral foramen is called “foraminal stenosis” and a decrease in the size of the canal which transmits the spinal cord, is called spinal canal stenosis. Now, there is not a pill for this ill. In other words, one can take pain killers and muscle relaxants until they are coming out of your ears, and if one still have improper alignment, or lack of movement of a spinal segment, in combination with improper alignment, then drugs won’t fix it. Much like a shoulder which has become dislocated, there needs to be a physical intervention to bring back proper alignment and proper function. In the case of a subluxed vertebral complex, an adjustment or spinal manipulation is the quickest way to address the problem.

Better Spine Surgery – Back Pain, Herniated Disc

Back Pain editor — Sat, 06 Feb 2010 09:14:08 +0000

The safest way to treat herniated disc problem. Information about back pain, spine surgery, back surgery and herniated disc.

Sciatica tx with ExtenTrac M3D Spine and Back Technology

Back Pain editor — Tue, 12 Jan 2010 01:28:14 +0000

The ExtenTrac M3D technology is an advancement in the non-surgical treatment of sciatica and lower back pain often due to herniated or bulged discs,stenosis and facet syndromes. The ExtenTrac utilizes the latest advancements in spinal decompression therapy offering M3D multi-directional disc decompression technology.This new advancement treats the spine in 3 dimensions as oppossed to older technology found in other spinal decompression units which only pull in a one dimensional , unilateral pull. Please see video for details.

Duration : 0:5:26

Herniated Disc – What It Is & What You Can Do About It

Back Pain editor — Tue, 12 Jan 2010 01:28:07 +0000

Herniated Disc – learn what this condition is, why it can be so painful, common treatments that are recommended for a herniated disc, as well as their success rates.

Duration : 0:6:6

What Is A Pinched Nerve?

Back Pain editor — Thu, 17 Dec 2009 00:59:30 +0000

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Chiropractor for 40 years trying to restore health to patients with the emphasis on good nutrition. Dr. Palermo has a family based practice in Strongsville, Ohio. He has treated patients from new born infants all the way to senior citizens. He is a 1969 graduate of New York Chiropractic College.

Duration : 0:2:39

Holistic Back Pain Therapy : What Is a Pinched Nerve?

Back Pain editor — Sat, 05 Dec 2009 23:41:53 +0000

Understanding what a pinched nerve is can help you visualize and treat your pain. Learn about pinched nerves from a certified physical therapist in this free holistic video.

Expert: Dr. Karen Pryor
Contact: www.health-sphere.net
Bio: Karen Pryor, PhD., PT is a dedicated holistic speaker who promotes an out-of-the-box approach to health and healing. Her life’s mission is to treat and educate people.
Filmmaker: Dimitri LaBarge

Duration : 0:1:33

Herniated Disk Tutorial

Back Pain editor — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 20:14:30 +0000

A herniated disk tutorical presented by John Byrne. Personal experience with lumbar spine problem. Jbyrne4792@aol.com

Duration : 0:4:1

CHIROPRACTIC ADJUSTMENT (www.docgunter.com)

Back Pain editor — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 20:14:28 +0000

This video shows how chiropractic adjustments are performed by Dr. Stephen R. Gunter, DC. It is an actual office visit and was posted for educational purposes and to promote dialogue. For those interested in this field, this is a great video to observe. If there are questions, Dr. Gunter will check in to answer.

Frequently asked question:

“What was that clicky thing he was pushing on him? He does it at 4:26″

Answer by Dr. Gunter (BackCarePlus)

“This is clearly the most common question I get. That is an adjusting instrument called an Activator. It is spring loaded for rapid delivery of a force to move one vertebra at a time and has some advantages (and disadvantages, too) compared to traditional manual techniques. This treatment sequence shows several distinct methods of correction, and I commonly combine them in the manner shown, although there are times that one single method may be more desirable on a given treatment session.”

Duration : 0:8:55

The Basics of Back Pain (Back Pain #1)

Back Pain editor — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 20:14:26 +0000

Tired of needing your sick days for days when you’re back hurts? Understanding the basics of back pain is the first step to ensuring that it doesn’t stop you short!

Duration : 0:3:42