Spinal decompression:
A high-tech treatment for low back pain

Betty_DRX023.jpgSpinal decompression is an advanced, non-surgical alternative treatment for serious chronic lower back pain and sciatica resulting from herniated or degenerative discs. Of course, there are other traditional treatment options such as bed rest, prescription medications, physical therapy and surgery available to low back pain sufferers. Most of these options come with inherent risks or side effects. Besides, they only provide temporary symptom relief. Spinal decompression therapy treats the root cause of low back pain. If traditional options have not worked for you, then you may want to consider spinal decompression therapy using DRX-9000. 

Traditional Treatment Methods

  • Surgery is an approach that attempts to correct the source of back pain; however; istock_back_surgery.jpgthe benefits of surgery should always carefully be weighed against its risks. Although some patients may report significant pain relief after surgery, there is no guarantee that it will help every individual. Surgery certainly has its place in treating and/or correcting back pain, but it is important to consider the inherent and significant risks associated with surgery and anesthesia.

  • Medications, both oral and injectable, will generally work by temporarily reducing muscle spasm, inflammation, and pain. This treatment method will temporarily alleviate symptoms, but often does not address the underlying cause of pain. Drug dependency is a risk factor, as well as the potential need to prescribe stronger doses of medication to keep up with a patient's increased tolerance. Long term use of certain medications have also been known to result in kidney and/or liver damage.

  • Bed rest is sometimes prescribed for patients experiencing back pain, however; prolonged bed rest may be associated with a longer recovery period. It is possible, patients on bed rest may be prone to develop depression, blood clots in the legs, and decreased muscle tone.
  • Physical therapy is another common form of treatment for low back pain. The proper use of stretching and stabilization exercises can improve the general function and strength of the spine, but may not address the underlying cause of pain. The proper use of therapeutic exercise is an important component to the successful rehabilitation of the spine, but not before the problem is corrected.

 Treatment  Non-Invasive
 Safe  Cost Success Rate
Pain Levels
 DRX 9000 Spinal Decompression
 YES  YES  $  Excellent 86%
 Yes
VAX-D  YES  Report of Shoulder Injury
 $2,500 - $3,500
 Good 72%
 Mild
Laminectomy
(surgical Excision of Herniated Disc)

 NO  Standard Surgical Anasthesia Risk
 $15,000 - $30,000
Co-Pay: $3-8,000
 Depends on Severity of Condition and Surgeons Skill
 No
Discectomy
(surgical removal of diseased disc)

 NO Standard Surgical Anasthesia Risk  $10,000 - $30,000
Co-Pay: $2-6,000
Depends on Severity of Condition and Surgeons Skill  No

IDET
(Intradiscal Electrothermal Treatment)

 NO Standard Surgical Anasthesia Risk  $15-25,000
Co-Pay: $3-5,000
Depends on Severity of Condition and Surgeons Skill  No
Percutaneous Laser Disc Decompression
 NO  Minimal Surgical Risk
 $8-14,000
Co-Pay: $1,600-2,800
 Usually Good
 Mild
Do Nothing
 YES  Condition Usually Continues to Get Worse
 High Cost Due to Disability and Loss of Normal Life
 None: Can Have Very Poor Prognosis
Very Painful
Not Advised

Related Topics

DRX9000 Spinal Decompression Treatment
Causes Of Back Pain/ Treatable Conditions with DRX9000
Frequently Asked Questions

What People are Saying About the DRX9000
How to Choose a Spinal Decompression Doctor

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