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NIH Endorses Alternative Therapies for Back Pain

In the midst of the debate on healthcare, it may be interesting to note to what extent the Federal government is changing its bureaucratic mindset about what is good medicine and healthcare. The evidence: The National Institute of Health's National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine.


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Chiropractic Targets Back Pain Caused by Sacroiliac

Physical therapy and chiropractic care can often relieve the lower-back pain associated with problems of the sacroiliac joint. Some 40 percent of lower-back pain stems from sacroiliac joint issues. This joint is one of two - one on the left and one on the right - in the pelvis that link the tailbone (sacrum), which is part of the spine, and the large pelvic bone (ilium). This strong, snug union produces the base for spinal movements to take place. The sacroiliac joint can be injured by such things as a direct fall on the buttocks, a vehicle accident, or even overlifting - and sometimes it just happens through normal activities without a noticeable trauma.


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Knee Cartilage Damage Raises Osteoarthritis Risk

A recent study of middle-aged and elderly patients showed that damage to the cushioning cartilage in the knee can often lead to osteoarthritis. The cartilage is known as the meniscus. Actually, there are two menisci, one on the inside of the knee and one on the outside. These tough, resilient, wedge-shaped cushions protect the thigh bone (femur) and main shin bone (tibia) from damaging one another and properly distribute the load of the body onto the joint.


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Expert Commentary: Thomas Hyland Robertson, DC 9/23/2009

Imagine a complicated pulley setup with rubber shock-absorbers between the parts and ropes moving through the system. What if you left this pulley out in the weather for 30 years, with minimal maintenance or lubrication? Rust and grit would probably start to restrict the movement of the parts, and the rubber might get brittle. The ropes could even tighten up and jam the pulley's motion.


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Chiropractic Can Relieve Rising Economy-Related Stress

Stress, and the tension in the spine, nervous system, back and neck that it breeds, is rising like a tide in America today along with the economic woes afflicting the nation – and chiropractors are well positioned to tackle the problems.
    
A survey done not too long ago by the American Psychological Association (APA) revealed that economy-related stress is making Americans angry, sleepless and anxious. Seventy-two percent of respondents pointed to money as a major source of stress, and 69 percent cited the economy, according to the APA.



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The 3 Legs of the Chiropractic "Stool"

Chiropractors the world over see their profession supported and given solidity by three “legs,” much like a three-legged stool – all three of which are necessary for it to be stable.
   
Chiropractic philosophy. If the stool’s seat is the profession of chiropractic itself, the first leg is that of the profession’s philosophy. The philosophy is summed up in the notion that the road to perfect maintenance of health is ensured by keeping the neural pathways between the brain and the body open.



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Test for Lou Gehrig's Disease Investigated

A long-sought simple test to identify Lou Gehrig’s disease in its earliest stages may be in the offing with the discovery of high levels of several proteins in the spinal fluid of the disorder’s victims, a recent study published in the journal Neurology revealed.
   
If such a test is developed, it might also lead to accurate measurement of the development of the sometimes fast-progressing malady and useful monitoring of the effects of treatment.



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Chiropractic Stress Management May Boost Overall Health

When the wear and tear of life start to “get on our nerves,” it’s exactly our nerves that may be getting impacted. Stress bears down on the nervous system, and that in turn can create problems with headaches, backache, neck pain, fatigue or digestive difficulties.


And that’s where chiropractic care comes in. Chiropractors’ primary area of expertise is the nervous system, especially the spine. The nervous system as a whole is the coordinator of all of the body’s processes – including those in the circulatory, respiratory, digestive, reproductive, endocrine and musculoskeletal systems. So to correct problems in those systems, the chiropractor focuses on the all-important nervous system, which underpins them all.



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Expert Commentary: Dr. Peter Ferraro, DC May 6, 2009

Chiropractic and stress management. To chiropractors it is a natural fit. For stress can be a hidden danger to your health, And the key word here is: hidden. In some ways those who say they are stressed out are lucky. At least in one sense they have an awareness of a problem. It’s up to them to deal with it.



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Expert Commentary: Dr. Peter Ferraro, D.C. April 24, 2009

Back pain may be the leading debilitating ailment in the United States. maybe the world. And with a problem of such proportions, there is a great deal of money to be made. Tens of thousands of patients every year undergo traumatic and expensive back surgery to repair herniated discs.



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Relief from Neck Pain Dix Hills, New York

Dr. Stephen Lembo, DC

Dr. Stephen Lembo, DC

Northeast Spine & Rehab

363 Route 111, St 107
Smithtown, New York 11784

Call: 888-266-9201

Neck pain can be a source of great anxiety: the shooting pain spreads down to your shoulders, and to the back of your skull, and it seems as though something must be seriously wrong. Doctors usually have little to offer you your options are pain medication, for the rest of your life, or perhaps surgery. But surgery on your neck seems too risky, and so it seems there is nothing to be done. North East Spine & Rehab in the Dix Hills, New York area offers you another option spinal decompression therapy.


Brooklyn Chiropractic

Dr. Randy Stephan, DC

Dr. Randy Stephan, DC

Fulton Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation

122 Fulton St., 6th Floor
New York City, NY 10038

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Brooklyn Chiropractic


Back Pain Relief Uptown Manhattan, New York City

Dr. Steven S. Moalemi, M.D.

Dr. Steven S. Moalemi, M.D.

Empire Physical Medicine & Pain Management

551 5th Avenue Ste. 525
New York, NY 10176

Call: (888) 898-7795

When you are living with back pain, there is help out there to ease your suffering; don't give up. Dr. Steven S. Moalemi, M.D., Director of Empire Physical Medicine serving Uptown Manhattan, New York City has over 15 years of helping people like you or your loved ones.


Neck Pain Relief Naples, FL

Dr. Matt Bergtold

Dr. Matt Bergtold

Olde Naples Chiropractic Health Center

689 Tamiami Trail N. Suite D
Naples, FL 34102

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You suffering from a constant stiff neck, and are spending countless hours lying awake at night due to your neck pain. If in need of fast neck pain relief, contact the experienced and board-certified Chiropractor, Dr. Matt Bergtold, DC of Naples, Florida. His experience with the latest techniques in the field will provide comprehensive and beneficial treatment. He offers multiple options to effectively treat your problems.


Bulging Disc Brunswick County, NC

 Pamela Owens

Pamela Owens

At The Beach Chiropractic

6934 Beach Drive SW Suite 2
Ocean Isle Beach, NC 28469

Call: 910-575-2225

With the onset of bulging disc, your life can really become more complicated than necessary. While surgery is available to treat your particular condition, it can lead to a number of complications, making the cure just as bad as your condition. However, At The Beach Chiropractic Health Center in Brunswick County, NC, you can treat your condition in a way that is unconventional and, perhaps, even more effective than surgery. There, Dr. Pamela Owens and the rest of her team believe that their clients should get maximum benefits from treatment, making their wellbeing their top priority.


Lose Weight Manhattan, NYC

 Christopher Trahan OMD., LAc

Christopher Trahan OMD., LAc

Olympus Center for Holistic and Integrative Medicine

54 West 21st Street (near 6th Ave)Suite 910
NYC, NY 10010

Call: (888)-530-0611

In order to lose weight in Manhattan, NYC in a natural but effective way, the Olympus Center for Holistic and Integrative Medicine headed by Dr. Trahan O.M.D., L.Ac. specializes in a holistic approach to fight against weight in excess.


Lumbar Pain South Side Chicago, Illinois

 Synergy Pain Relief

Synergy Pain Relief

Synergy Pain Relief

2011 S. Washington Street
Naperville, IL 60565

Call: 888-216-3329

Are you feeling continuous lumbar pain that just won't end? Are you tired of having to live with this condition on a daily basis? Then it's time for you choose another option, which is a life of comfort and productivity. At Synergy Pain Relief close to South Side Chicago, they are committed to deliver first-rate treatment that can have you living pain free once more.


Neck Pain Relief Wilmington, De (South Philadelphia)

Dr. Lenny Roberts DC

Dr. Lenny Roberts DC

Roberts Family & Sports Chiropractic

8151 Ridge Avenue
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19128

Call: 888-653-1365

Are you in need of back pain treatment? At the Roberts Family & Sports Chiropractic in Wilmington, De (South Philadelphia) Dr. Lenny Roberts DC provides treatment for a variety of conditions causing back pain. Back pain usually originates from muscles, nerves, bones, joints or other structures in the spine. The pain may be felt in the neck, in the upper back, or in the low back. You may be experiencing symptoms other than pain, such as weakness, numbness or tingling.


Sciatica Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

 Hauptman Family Health Center

Hauptman Family Health Center

Hauptman Family Health Center

Rodin Place, 2000 Hamilton Street Ste. 303
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19130

Call: 888-551-0868

Sciatica can make things difficult if you are suffering with it. You may feel pain in your lower back, buttock, and parts of the leg and foot, which can be extremely uncomfortable and frustrating. If you are struggling to deal with sciatica and are in need of effective relief, Hauptman Family Health Center can help. At Hauptman Family Health Center, they use an integrated approach to healthcare to treat their patients, providing them with superior quality healthcare and a sense of wellbeing. Dr Garret Hauptman understands each client comes with individual needs and concerns and will work with each client to achieve the results they need. If you are looking for sciatica relief in the Philadelphia, Pennsylvania area, Dr. Hauptman can help you.


Back Pain Treatment Lower East Side Manhattan

Dr. Steven Shoshany

Dr. Steven Shoshany

New York Integrative Medical and Rehab

632 Broadway, Ste 303 (btw. Bleecker & Houston)
Manhattan, NY 10012

Call: (888) 435-7155

Does back pain affect your ability to play sports? Is it making normal, everyday activities an impossible chore? Then receiving back pain treatment isn't a choice; it is a priority. That is why a visit with board certified chiropractor, Dr. Steven Shoshany D.C, C.C.E.P. near the Lower East Side of Manhattan, is exactly what you owe yourself. He has the qualifications as well as the experience to help you live a normal, active life again.


Herniated Disc Pt. Pleasant, New Jersey

Dr. Dimitrios Lambrou, D.C.

Dr. Dimitrios Lambrou, D.C.

North East Spine and Sports Medicine

1104 Arnold Ave.
Point Pleasant, New Jersey 08742

Call: 888-516-6356

Pain from a herniated disc? Still searching for the right doctor? At North East Spine and Sports Medicine in Pt. Pleasant, New Jersey, Dr. Dimitrios Lambrou, DC and his staff of experienced professionals are ready to help you. Many people continue to live with pain caused from a herniated disc, which leads to damaging of the injured area and increased pain. Dr. Lambrou provides patients with quality care and an attention to detail that is unmatched.


Neck Pain Treatment Orlando, Florida

Dr. Rex W. Roffler, DC

Dr. Rex W. Roffler, DC

Roffler Spinal Aid of Winter Park, FL

5502 Lake Howell Rd.
Winter Park, FL 32792

Call: 888-268-4760

Neck and back pain are common afflictions among many adults. If you are one of the many people searching for non-surgical, non-invasive neck pain treatment, SpinalAid Centers of America can help provide you with treatment options to help you find the relief you need to live the healthy, active life you need and deserve. Dr. Rex Roffler has spent years helping patients struggling with pain due to pinched nerves, sciatica, neck pain, or symptoms related to damaged or degenerative discs. If you or a loved one is looking for neck pain treatment in the Orlando, Florida area, call Dr, Roffler today.


Back Doctor Seattle

Dr. Jeremy Meadows

Dr. Jeremy Meadows

Spinal Relief Center USA

13325 100th Ave NE Ste B&C
Kirkland, Washington 98034

Call: (888) 351-8612

In the U.S, many individuals live with the continuous ache of lower back pain, but do not seek professional help for their condition; as a result, many suffer unnecessarily from the negative impacts of joint pain. Without expert medical assistance, back pain will ruin your chances of ever living a comfortable life. If you or your loved ones suffer from this problem, living with it on a regular basis isn't the answer. No matter at what stage you think your condition is in, there is a successful treatment waiting for you at the Spine Relief Center in Seattle, Washington. Receive the right treatment and the expert touch of Dr. Jeremy Meadows, DC, a Back Doctor who has successfully diagnosed and treated all types of malignant and benign back pain for patients of all backgrounds and ages.


Back Pain Relief Greenwich, CT

Dr. Adrian Marcus

Dr. Adrian Marcus

Back & Neck Pain Center of Greenwich, P.C.

100 Melrose Ave # 101
Greenwich, CT 06830

Call: (888) 847-1821

Suffering from back pain? DRX9000 is the latest in non-surgical, noninvasive back pain relief. Dr. Adrian Marcus at Greenwich Pain Relief in Fairfield County offers a range of effective treatments for back pain, whether it’s a simple strain or a chronic disc problem. Dr. Marcus is a Diplomate of the Academy of Medical Acupuncture and is in charge of the Back and Neck Pain Center at Greenwich.


Neck Pain Clifton, NJ

Dr. David Podell, DC

Dr. David Podell, DC

Waterfront Institute for Spine and Joint Rehabilitation

115 River Rd, Bld 10
Edgewater, New Jersey 07020

Call: (888) 319-4510

If your experiencing chronic pain in you neck or back Waterfront Institute in Clifton New Jersey can help.


DRX9000 Manhattan

Dr. Steven Shoshany

Dr. Steven Shoshany

New York Integrative Medical and Rehab

632 Broadway, Ste 303 (btw. Bleecker & Houston)
Manhattan, NY 10012

Call: (888) 435-7155

Does excruciating back pain dictate your lifestyle? New York Integrative Medical and Rehab in Manhattan, New York will help you take your life back. Dr. Steven Shoshany utilizes DRX9000 spinal decompression to provide long-term relief for chronic back pain. After treatment, patients can take full advantage of the center's enhanced nutrition and lifestyle couseling in addition to massage and physical therapies.


Back Pain Relief Somerset County, New Jersey

Dr. Peter Ferraro, D.C.

Dr. Peter Ferraro, D.C.

Coming soon
to Rutherford NJ,

Call: 888-283-6198

Is back pain preventing you from living the active life you want? You are not alone. Back pain is a very common disorder among adults, and if you are like the many Americans who are looking for relief, Dr. Ferraro may be able to help you. If you are experiencing chronic neck and back pain, whether it is due to a herniated or bulging disc, or a past injury or accident, Dr. Ferraro can use his experience and knowledge in the chiropractic field to treat your back pain. If you are looking for a nonsurgical, noninvasive solution to the pain in the Somerset County, New Jersey area, call Dr. Ferraro today. There is no reason you should have to suffer any longer.


Alternative to Back Surgery Thunder Bay, Ontario

Dr. Michael Pustina DC

Dr. Michael Pustina DC

Spinal Health and Rehabilitation Center of Canada

1091 Dawson Rd.
Thunder Bay, Ontario P7B 1K8

Call: 888-342-1697

Are you scared of the prospect of surgery? Afraid of knives and needles? People often choose surgery for back pain as the last option. However, surgery can be expensive and take months to recover from, leaving people in greater pain. Dr. Michael Pustina DC of Spinal Health and Rehabilitation Center of Canada in Thunder Bay, Ontario provides patients with spinal decompression therapy as an alternative to back surgery. If you are in pain call today.


Sciatica South Orange, Essex County, NJ

 South Orange Chiropractic Center

South Orange Chiropractic Center

South Orange Chiropractic Center

60 First Street
South Orange, New Jersey 07079

Call: 973-761-0022

Suffer from sciatica pain? Unsure of how to relieve the pain? If you or a loved one is in need of sciatica relief, South Orange Chiropractic Center in South Orange, Essex County, NJ is ready to help you. At South Orange Chiropractic Center they will use the latest in chiropractic technology to pinpoint the problem area that is causing pain and create an individualized treatment plan for your specific needs.


Herniated Disc Treatment Uptown Manhattan, New York City

Dr. Steven S. Moalemi, M.D.

Dr. Steven S. Moalemi, M.D.

Empire Physical Medicine & Pain Management

551 5th Avenue Ste. 525
New York, NY 10176

Call: (888) 898-7795

When a herniated disc has interfered with your life, then it is time to get help. Dr. Steven Moalemi, a practicing pain management specialist with over ten years of experience and the director of Empire Physical Medicine & Pain Management serving Uptown NYC, wants to be the one to stop your pain. Using a variety of different therapies, you can find relief and get back to living the way you want to.