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About
the DRX 9000 Frequently
Asked Questions DRX
9000 Research
What
causes low back pain?
Low back pain can be caused by a number of factors from injuries
to the effects of aging.The spinal cord is protected by the vertebrae,
which are made of bone. Between each vertebra are soft discs with
a ligamentous outer layer. These discs function as shock absorbers
to protect the vertebra and the spinal cord. Many of the problems
that cause back pain are the result of herniation and degeneration
of the intervertebral disc. Degeneration is a process where wear
and tear causes deterioration of the disc. Herniations, or bulging
of the disc are protrusions from the disc that press on surrounding
nerves, causing pain or numbness.
If
I undergo DRX 9000 treatment, how long does it take to see results?
Most patients report a reduction in pain after the first few sessions.
Typically, significant improvement is obtained by the second week
of treatment.
How
long does it take to complete DRX 9000 treatment?
Sessions times are between 30-45 minutes, daily for 5 weeks. Though,
the number of sessions may vary depending upon the severity of the
condition.
Do
I qualify for the DRX9000 treatment?
Since I began using the DRX 9000 spinal disc decompression unit,
I have been inundated with questions from both doctors and
patients as to which cases it will best help. Obviously proper patient
selection is essential to favorable outcomes, so let me explain
to you of the Inclusion and Exclusion criteria so you may make the
right decision since not everyone qualifies for the DRX treatment.
Inclusion
Criteria:
- Pain
due to herniated and bulging lumbar discs that is more than
four weeks old
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Recurrent pain from a failed back surgery that is more than
six months old.
- Persistent
pain from degenerated disc not responding to four weeks of therapy.
- Patients
available for four weeks of treatment protocol.
- Patient
at least 18 years of age.
Exclusion
Criteria:
- Appliances
such as pedicle screws and rods
- Pregnancy
- Prior
lumbar fusion less than six months old
- Metastatic
cancer
- Severe
osteoporosis
- Spondylolisthesis
(unstable)
- Compression
fracture of lumbar spine below L-1 (recent).
- Pars
defect
- Pathologic
aortic aneurysm.
- Pelvic
or abdominal cancer
- Disc
space infections
- Severe
peripheral neuropathy
- Hemiplegia,
paraplegia, or cognitive dysfunction.
Are
there any side effects to the treatment?
Most patients do not experience any side effects. Though, there
have been some mild cases of muscle spasm for a short period of
time.
What
is the difference between the DRX9000 and the VAX-D?
The DRX is three generations past the initial VAX-D table developed
years ago. Actually, the former North American distributor of VAX-D
is the present manufacturer of DRX who had requested upgrades to
the VAX-D unit but was refused, which explains why the VAX-D hasn’t
changed in twenty years. So he and other decompression spinal practitioners
brainstormed the problems with VAX-D, and with the help of many
engineers, the DRX 9000 unit was developed just two years ago.
The most obvious differences between the DRX9000 and the VAX-D would
be their success rate and the comfort levels while a patient is
being treated. Below are some side by side comparisons.
DRX9000
- Patient
lays on back (supine)
- Harnesses
prevent any stress to the shoulders or arms.
- The
amount of decompression can be targeted to the specific disc level
by varying the angle of traction.
VAX-D
- 72%
Success Rate
- Patient
lies face down (prone) which can be very uncomfortable
- Required
patients had to hold on with their hands causing severe shoulder/arm
problems
-
Nonspecific for disc levels with its straight-line traction
How
do I get Started?
Contact
our office at 773-769-2225 or email
us to schedule an initial consultation with Dr. Jason
Ingham to determine if you are a candidate for care with the DRX9000.
After carefully studying your case history and exam findings, Dr.
Ingham will sit down and explain his recommended plan of action
for you. After answering any questions you may have about the recommended
plan, you may begin your care with the DRX9000.
Advanced Spine & Sports Care is conveniently located
at 4552 North Magnolia, Chicago, Illinois.
For more information on spinal decompression, click here.
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