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Prepare for the end of Daylight Savings Time this weekend with help from Time.com: Continue reading
About 40% of people will experience low back at least once in their lives. Knowing exactly what causes low back pain is hardly an easy task. Continue reading
100 Healthcare Stats from Becker’s Hospital Review Continue reading
Time recently published an article outlining a new study, by the American Academy of Neurology, that shows that powerful painkillers do little to improve the daily functioning in a patient’s life for chronic pain unrelated to cancer. Continue reading
We regularly get unsolicited calls, letters and emails from patients who have tried and love our DDS Decompression Belts. Here are some comments from recent users: Continue reading
A Florida chiropractor has coined the term “text neck” as a result of so many who complained about neck pain from constantly bending forward to look at their smartphones, e-readers and iPads. Continue reading
65% of 879 patients surveyed who used the DDS Spinal Air Lumbar Decompression Belt felt relief within the first hour!
27% felt relief immediately.
Of the 44% of patients who tried the DDS Decompression Belt to avoid surgery, almost half were successful in avoiding surgery. Continue reading
Cynthia Smith, MD, Medical associate for content development in the medical education division of the American College of Physicians, along with Patrick Alguire, MD, found that, after studying a 38-year old man with complaints of low back pain, with such a vague set of symptoms, imaging tests like radiography, computer tomography (CT) or magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) likely would not prove beneficial and may expose him to unnecessarily to radiation and the anxiety of findings that are clinically insignificant. Continue reading
The back is an intricate structure of bones, muscles, and other tissues that form the posterior part of the body’s trunk, from the neck to the pelvis. Continue reading
61% of over 260 patients surveyed felt pain relief within the first hour after applying the DDS Decompression Belt. Continue reading
1. Don’t recommend advanced imaging (e.g., MRI) of the spine within the first six weeks in patients with non-specific acute low back pain in the absence of red flags. Continue reading
According to a recent study published in journal Rheumatology outlined in Reuters Health, flat feet might be a cause for low back pain. Continue reading
Yahoo.com recently posted helpful self-massage moves for back and neck pain in their Health section:
By Michele Bender
Photos by Itzy Ramirez
You don’t need an appointment, a spa or even another person to reap the benefits of a massage. “When it’s not possible to get a professional treatment, you can relieve everyday aches and tension on your own,” explains Elizabeth Bryan Bragg, a licensed massage therapist at Shift PT in New York City. Continue reading
SOURCE: WebMD News from HealthDay
By HealthDay Reporter Mary Elizabeth Dallas
Even though its use is often advised by doctors, the painkiller acetaminophen – best known as Tylenol – does not help treat lower back pain, according to a new Australian study.
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Frequent exercising and bracing seems effective for long-term prevention of recurrent low back pain (LBP), according to a 10-year long study published in the June 1 issue of Spine.
Assen Romanov Aleksiev, MD, PhD, from the University Hospital Aleksandrovska in Sofia, Bulgaria, randomized 600 patients with recurrent LBP to strengthening exercises (150 patients; age, 42.5); flexibility exercises (150 patients; age, 41.3); strengthening exercises and abdominal bracing in daily activities/exercises (150 patients; age, 41.0); and flexibility exercises and abdominal bracing in daily activities/exercises (150 patients; age, 40.6). Continue reading
The International Journal of Rheumatic Diseases point to the benefits of aerobic exercise therapies for male patients with chronic neck pain and whole body strengthening in addition to neck muscle strengthening for female CNP patients.
They conclude that consideration of “whole body physical fitness, anxiety and depression parameters, on the basis of gender, in patients with chronic neck pain, might be helpful for the development of more beneficial illness management strategies.” Continue reading
According to a recent study presented at the North American Spine Institute, and published in the Spine Journal, the more obese a person is the more likely he or she is to suffer from lower back pain. However, this risk can be diminished through moderate levels of activity. Continue reading
Researchers at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine are studying the most effective means of treating chronic low back pain and symptoms of depression — together — in those 60 or older.
For four years, seventy-five men and 123 women, ranging in age from 60 to 94, have taken part. Continue reading
We spend approximately a third of our lives lying in bed. Therefore, we should take extra care in choosing a correct mattress. So, which one is right for you?
Dr. Jeffrey Katz, professor of medicine and orthopedic surgery at Harvard Medical School, recently noted that there wasn’t a lot of research done on this topic.
Our Decompression Braces feature a soft, highly durable 100% cotton lining. You can wear it comfortably directly on your skin or over a thin cotton t-shirt. They are super discreet and can be worn under your clothing. Our advanced tubeless design allows for this contoured fit. Continue reading
Disc Disease Solutions introduced the first Spinal Air Decompression Brace almost 10 years ago. One of the many differences between our brace and other braces is in our Vertical Air Pressure Technology. Continue reading
Cody Scharf is the owner of Thrive Spine and Sport, a chiropractic and soft tissue clinic in Cedar Rapids focusing on sport and overuse injuries. Scharf is a graduate of Palmer College of Chiropractic and certified through Integrative Diagnosis for the diagnosis and treatment of soft tissue injuries. Continue reading
The Brace is very good. It has given me some relief from pain, especially when walking. Your product is so good.
New research suggests that low back pain causes more disability worldwide than any other ailment. The researchers behind the study, who published their study in the journal Continue reading
– About 2% of the US workforce receives compensation for back injuries annually.
Major depression is thought to be four times greater in people with chronic back pain than in the general population (Sullivan, Reesor, Mikail & Fisher, 1992).
Wikipedia defines Muscle Atrophy as a “decrease in the mass of the muscle; it can be a partial or complete wasting away of muscle.” Disuse of the muscle is one of the many ways that someone might struggle with this condition. Continue reading
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*Spondylolysis & Spondylolisthesis Continue reading
Part 3
*Spinal Stenosis
Spinal Stenosis is a type of degenerative disease where there is a loss of moisture in the disc primarily due to aging. Continue reading
Part 2
* Herniation of Intervertebral Disc
We all have discs that act as cushions between our spinal bones. These discs are made up of an outer annulus fibrosus, which surrounds the inner nucleus pulposus.
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* Spinal sprain (lumbar sprain)
Spinal (lumbar) sprain refers to the shock or damage of light muscle or ligament caused by lifting heavy objects, performing rigorous physical activity, excessive exercising or due to a traffic accident. You might have described or have heard someone else describe this condition with this common phrase: “I pulled my back” or “I threw out my back.” Continue reading
Geoffrey S. from San Jose, Ca recently asked Men’s Fitness: “My back is always hurting from sitting at my desk all day. I know I shouldn’t slouch, but is there something else I can do to protect my back?” Continue reading
It’s not only because we are the ORIGINAL Spinal-Air Lumbar Traction Brace – with 4 U.S. and 2 utility patents.
Try our DDS Decompression Brace before you opt for surgery, spinal injections or pain killers. Exhaust all of your resources and be better informed about your options. Our DDS Decompression Belt just might be your solution. Continue reading
We just received two unsolicited letters in the mail from our fellow DDS Decompression Belt users. Continue reading
The DDS Spinal Air Lumbar Decompression Belt is an effective, noninvasive and simple-to-use solution for those seeking treatment for low back pain. Our Lumbar Braces are ambulatory, they have a 100% soft cotton lining, they are all machine washable and they can be worn discreetly under clothing. Continue reading
We will be attending Medtrade Spring 2014 at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center in Las Vegas from March 10 to 12. Continue reading
Disc Disease Solutions introduced a revolutionary approach in the treatment of lower back and neck pain due to spinal diseases and injuries almost a decade ago. Continue reading