Can Spinal Decompression be used for patients that have had spinal surgery?
Frequently Asked QuestionsIn most cases Spinal Decompression treatment is not contra-indicated for patients that have had spinal surgery. In fact many patients have found success with Spinal Decompression after a failed back surgery, including microdiscectomy, laminotomy, and laminectomy. However, recent spinal fusions, or any procedure involving screws or plates would preclude an individual from our care.
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BASCO - Bay Area Spine Care Office - 510-523-6773 - DRX9000 ...In most cases the DRX9000? treatment is not contra-indicated for patients that have had spinal surgery. In fact many patients have found success with the DRX9000? after a failed back surgery.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Low Back PainAnyone who has been told they need surgery but wishes to avoid it, anyone who has been told there is nothing more available to help, anyone who failed to significantly respond to conservative options (medications, physical therapy, injections, chiropractic, acupuncture), or anyone who still has pain but wishes to obtain the type of care they want. Click on this link to claim your FREE copy of Dr.
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FAQIn most cases YES unless hardware such as screws, rods, plates and cages are present or a recent fusion.
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Downing Chiropractic and Wellness Center, Chiropractor in Ne...In most cases the DRX 9000 treatment is not contra-indicated for patients that have had spinal surgery. In fact many patients have found success with the DRX 9000 after a failed back surgery.
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Frequently Asked QuestionsNO. Spinal Decompression is totally safe and comfortable for all subjects. The system has emergency stop switches for both the patient and the operator. These switches (a requirement of the FDA) terminate the treatment immediately thereby avoiding any injuries.
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MSI-PT.comSpinal Decompression Therapy can help people with back pain after failed spinal surgery. It can be performed in most patients who have not been left with an unstable spine after surgery.
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Long Island Neurosurgery Dr Nancy Epstein MD Long Island Neu...Yes. Patients with severe medical problems such as advanced heart disease, histories of stroke requiring blood thinners, very advanced age, and other factors may not be candidates for an operation.
Related QuestionsDo I qualify for Spinal Decompression treatment?
Frequently Asked QuestionsOnly a qualified professional, trained to thoroughly examine your condition and interpret your diagnostic imaging findings, (MRI, CT, X-Ray) can determine if you qualify for our program of care. Obviously, proper patient selection is essential to favorable outcomes. The list of Inclusion and Exclusion criteria below are provided as a guideline to determine the primary factors Dr. Bell considers in the patient selection process.
Related QuestionsWhat are the risks associated with spinal surgery?
Back Pain Frequently Asked Questions - Back Pain FAQ'sThe risks of spinal surgery are the same for all surgical procedures-infection and anesthesia problems. Depending upon where the surgery is done-cord or nerve root level, neural risks are possible. Depending upon what the surgery is-specific risks from instrumentation or the approach are possible.
Related QuestionsChris Urban M.D.There are both general and specific risks of undergoing spinal surgery. The general risks such as infection, bleeding, blood clots, and anesthesia are similar to those in other major operations. Patients who are obese, smoke, or have other medical illnesses are at greater risk. The specific risks including dural tear, nerve injury, pseudoarthrosis, and need for reoperation pertain to the type of spinal surgery being performed.Related Questions
Question: Can I have Decompression Therapy if I've had surgery?
Irving Texas Leader for Decompression Therapy & Back Pai...Answer:Decompression Therapy has had excellent success in treatment of patients who have had spinal surgery but continue to have low back or neck pain.
Related QuestionsHow long does it take to complete Spinal Decompression treatment?
Frequently Asked QuestionsEach spinal decompression treatment, including pre and post decompression therapy lasts approximately 60-75 minutes. The complete course of care ranges from 20 to 30 spinal decompression therapy visits, depending on the individual needs of each patient, over a course of 5 - 7 weeks.
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FAQSpinal Decompression Therapy is a proven safe and effective means to treat severe and chronic cervical (neck) and lumbar (low back) conditions. The program consists of FDA-registered non-surgical Spinal Decompression equipment focusing on discal and arthritic conditions affecting the spine.
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Frequently Asked QuestionsTraction can be helpful for reducing, but not reversing pressure within the disc. As a result, traditional traction cannot address the source of most disc problems. DRX True Non-Surgical Spinal Decompression creates a negative pressure or suction effect inside the disc. This effect pulls back the herniated or protruding inner disc material toward the center of the disc where it belongs.
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Frequently Asked QuestionsSpinal cages can mean either struts or threaded dowels. The purpose of either type is to reconstruct the anterior spinal column. The struts such as the Harms cage are usually supplemented with posterior instrumentation such as pedicle screws. The threaded dowels provide a stiffer construct initially and may not require supplemental hardware. We use cages, ramps, interbody dowels and intervertebral bone graft frequently.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Spinal Cord InjuriesAt this time, no. If there is compression on the spinal cord or the spine needs to be stabilized, surgery can be performed in an attempt to correct these problems. After surgery, some function may be restored, but surgery is currently unable to restore all lost function from a spinal cord injury. Spinal cord injuries are devastating and have life-long consequences.
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