Brooklyn Back and Neck Pain, Sciatica Brooklyn, Herniated Disc Brooklyn

A disc herniation is a common problem associated with trauma or repetitive injury to the vertebral disc of the spine. The disc is designed to act as a shock absorber of the body through the use of a gel like liquid in the middle of the disc that helps dissipate the force and energy that occurs through axial loading or any type of manual work that requires the use of the spine. A disc herniation occurs when the gel like portion (The nucleus pulposes) escapes from the disc; this gel like liquid is extremely irritating to any body part it touches, especially nerves and muscles. Disc herniations usually cause tremendous pain, abnormal gait, numbness and/or tingling, possible muscle weakness, and overall poor standard of living. Most people who suffer from chronic discogenic (Herniation) pain will end up opting for surgery to solve the seemingly never ending cycle of pain. Once the disc herniates it is theorized that the disc can never be as strong as it was, although plenty of research supports that proper treatment can ensure that pain does not reoccur and that one can lead a perfectly normal active life. In order for this to happen the person must always be conscious of their posture and bio mechanics, maintain flexibility, and perform basic rehabilitation exercises for the rest of their life. That it is part of the reason why so many people fail at maintaining a pain free life after a disc herniation, they stop doing the exercises and stretching after the pain goes away. Pain is a poor indicator of a condition such as a disc herniation because once the pain goes away it does not mean the area is fully healed. In fact its during this time that rehabilitation is most crucial and re-injury is common. Once an area of your body is subjected to multiple injuries it is harder for that area to heal after the initial injury due to scar tissue formation, improper mechanics, and weak muscles; if improper rehabilitation was followed. Click on the link for more information regarding proper treatment of DISC HERNIATIONS BROOKLYN, NY. To check and see if insurance covers your PAIN MANAGEMENT BROOKLYN, NY, we can help, follow the link or call 800.980.9172

The most common way to herniate a disc for people is bending over to pick something up from the ground and the most common age for this to occur is between the ages of 21-50. Proper postural training, flexibility training, and core stabilization will help prevent or treat this problem. One type of cutting edge technology used to treat disc herniation's is spinal decompression therapy. Decompression Therapy is done by reducing pressure on spinal vertebrae, discs, and nerves by decompressing the spine. A computerized traction device alleviates pressure of joints, discs, and nerves. Decompression therapy causes a negative pressure within the spinal disc or “vacuum effect” that sucks any bulging material back into place. In addition, it is this “vacuum effect” that allows crucial nutrients to be ‘sucked’ back into the disc allowing it to heal optimally. If you are interested in decompression therapy or if your insurance covers any of these services including decompression, chiropractic, and massage Click HERE...

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Dr. Gordon Kuang C.S.C.S.

Decompression Therapy, Sciatica Brooklyn, Herniated Disk Brooklyn, Pain Management Brooklyn

What is decompression therapy? Chances are if you have a herniated disc or suffer from sciatica you have at least heard of this type of treatment. Decompression therapy is generally the last form of treatment I will exhaust on a patient before they decide to have surgery and go "under the knife." I always recommend that you try every option to avoid surgery (Chiropractic, physical therapy, massage, acupuncture, trigger point injections, or a combo of all these), especially if you are younger then 40 years of age. Whether or not you decide to have surgery it is always good to have a surgical consult to know what your options are if you are suffering from immense pain or neurologic compromise. Just remember that surgeons are in the business of doing surgery, so don't be surprised if that is the Doctor's first course of action!

Decompression therapy uses gentle distraction forces to create unloading of the spine and discs to improve blood flow and promote increased nutrient exchange in the injured area. The theory is that the traction of the disc creates a negative pressure within the disc which then causes the nucleus pulposes to move back into the center of the disc. A disc herniation can be visualized by using a jelly donut, the jelly would be compared to the semi-liquid inside of the disc called the nucleus pulposes. When a disc herniates the jelly leaks out or squirts out of the disc (Most commonly out the back) and this "jelly" substance is extremely irritating to the nerves, muscles, and ligaments around the affected area. This is referred to as a "hot disc" in the medical community and can cause people tremendous pain and inability to walk or perform normal activities of daily living. Once the disc is herniated is is argued that the disc itself will never be the same again, this is not to say that you cannot heal the area, but the process takes dedication and the patient will probably need to perform some type of core strengthening in addition to any regular exercise one performs for the rest of they're lives. Hear a real testimonial from a patient whose life changed after SPINAL DECOMPRESSION THERAPY BROOKLYN, NY.

Decompression therapy is an advanced form of traction that cycles through different poundage's of pull gradually to create a pumping motion to decrease inflammation and alleviate pressure to allow the healing process to take place. Along with this therapy it is very important to note that the success of this treatment is dependent on the flexibility, core strengthening, and bio-mechanical correction the patient undergoes to ensure the problem does not come back. I have treated many patients that have reached a point where they feel no pain but because they did not continue doing the post treatment protocols I needed to treat them again 3 months later when they're symptoms returned.

Spinal Decompression therapy is a pain free alternative that has shown a high rate of success in reducing or eliminating back and neck pain. If you suffer from chronic, debilitating, low back pain or neck pain it is worth finding out if you are a candidate for this type of treatment. Treatment usually lasts between 20-30 minutes and treatment plans can range between 8-25 treatments depending on the severity of the patients problems. Please feel free to email me with questions or follow the PAIN MANAGEMENT BROOKLYN, NY provided to see if this cutting edge technology can help you get rid of your pain once and for all! The office location is in the Heart of Bay Ridge, Brooklyn at The Spa and Wellness Center. This center offers all the amenities of a typical spa but also includes nutritional services, pain management, Cutera Laser system for aesthetics run by an MD, pilates, and so much more.

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Dr. Gordon Kuang C.S.C.S.