herniated disc therapy questions, NYC-

Spinal Decompression

Subject herniated disc therapy

A recent question that was emailed to me and answer below:

Hello. I need a little advice that I hope you can give to me. In January 2010 I herniated my L2-3 disc. there was a central disc herniation with anterior thecal sac impingement and left foraminal impingement. I was going to a chiropractor who had me on the decompression table- the old fashioned kind where they strap your body in and there is calibrated wights that stretch your lower body as the table moves back and forth. It worked fine. But I was tod that I really needed a PT to help me rehab the core area and build myself back to normal. I have been going to a Mackenzie Specialist But all i was getting was heat treatments and then doing birddog exercises and a bicycle sort of exercise lying on my back. he also put me on this machine called the Repex machine- which stands for repetitive end range movements. Did Ok - but seemed to be going nowhere- I was doing the Mackenzie cobras at home every day Am and Pm. he told me not to do anything at home??? After almost 2 months of going to him I have now stopped. I do the cable exercises at home for my core- rotation and pulls etc etc BUT I still have some SLIGHT soreness in my left gluteal area and si AREA - this IS WHAT HE CALLS REFERRED PAIN.I understand that BUT what I need to know is how long will it take for me to feel 100% better. I have stopped ALL working out and am reallly really careful.I stand and sit with great posture and use lumbar supports in the car and at home. I also use the TENS machine and heating pads frequently. I read on many sites that COMPLETE SCAR tissue healing of a disc can take between 12-15 months. Does that mean this is when I will feel 100% better?????? I also have the book written by Jesse Cannone-- Lose the back pain.com and one exercise shows spinal decompression- by DRAPING yourself OVER the physio ball and letting yourself roll forward-- is this an OK exercise???If here is any added info you can advise me on I would be so very grateful for any expertise you can pass my way - either in the way of exercises besides the plethora of info I have found on the web or just some good old pat on the back to tell me that I will be OK- before this happened I could do anything- this back accident caused by doing deadlifts the WRONG way- has really slowed me down for the last few months- I would really like to get back to some exercises etc as soon as possible...P.S-- I do a lot of treadmilling since this occurred and just recently I have started to let myself hang from my chinning bar to let my spine decompress also-- please advise me on this also. Thanks so much for your ear and I hope to hear from you soon.

To answer your question,First I am not exactly sure about the type of spinal decompression table that you where treated on,there are so many table and products out there that claim to provide spinal decompression.
I use the DRX-9000 spinal decompression table in my NYC office, it provides consistent results and is very comfortable for the patient.
That being said, most everyone that completes spinal decompression needs to Rehab the Core muscles and strengthen the weak muscles and stretch the short muscles.
In my NYC non-surgical disc herniation facility we utilize the SpineForce Rehab system, it works by targeting all of the deep spinal muscles and works on strengthening them and stretching them, it's pretty awesome,check it out at www.spineforce.com
I like pull ups as well, that is a great way to lengthen your spine and strengthen your upper body, just be aware of any swaying and concentrate on form.
I don't know the Repex machine, but I use a machine that basically does a similar thing it is a repetitive flexion extension machine that does the Mackenzie technique.
It sounds like that you are doing everything you can and need to allow yourself time to heal, The disc is a avascular structure (meaning it has a poor blood supply) it takes time to heal after spinal decompression.
I have had patients complete a protocol and sometimes not see their desired results until a month or two after our last session. Healing a herniated disc takes time.
It is important to work on the core muscles and it sounds like you are already doing that, keep a positive mental attitude.
Good luck, and one more thing if after 2 months you are still hurting-I would go out and get a weight bearing MRI and add flexion,extension views
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I have been practicing Chiropractic care in NYC for 14 years now and the past 7 years I have been utulizing Non -surgical Spinal decompression with the DRX 9000 spinal decompression table.
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I remind my patients that spinal decompression is not a panacea, but in most cases when all other methods have failed patients can expect great things from spinal decompression. A patient that recently completed a spinal decompression protocol with us in our NYC office was kind enough to email me a testimonial in english and spanish. I posted it below.


Spinal Decompression testimonial

My name is Sylvia Rivera and I am 59 years old. This is my story. It has been 5 years since I began suffering from backaches. I have been hospitalized, taken many pain killers, patches and different kinds of injections such as epidurals, joint facets, cortisone and many other relievers. But these just proved to be temporary pain relievers. At times I could not walk,tie my shoes,pick anything up or carry anything. I thought my life was over, as I have always been extremely active and had to stop dancing which has always been a passion of mine. However, since I went to Living Well Medical and met Dr. Shoshany my life has changed for the better. I can do so many things I thought I would never be able to do again. Now I can dance, walk and enjoy my life . I am so happy that I met Dr. Shoshany and was recommended the Spinal Decompression treatment. Dr. Shoshany made my life healthier and I am much happier. If you want your life back, I strongly recommend seeing Dr. Shoshany

In Spanish:
Mi nombre es Sylvia Rivera Y tengo 59 anos y esta es mi historia. Hacen aproximadamente cinco anos que he estado sufriendo de dolores de espalda. He estado internanda, he estado tomando medicamentos fuertes y injeciones en la espina dorsal con un poco de sedante o sea anestesia, me han recetado parchos para aliviar los dolores, Y he estado en tratamientos de terapia fisica por un ano. Me sentia casi invalida no tenia vida social, no me podia levanter de la cama todo era con mucho esfuerzo y con dolores constante. Desde que conoci al Dr. Shoshany en la clinica Living Well Medical y me hicieron el tratamiento de decromprencion mis dolores han disminuido en una forma fantastica. Ahora puedo amarrarme los zapatos, puedo bailar, caminar mejor y disfrutar de lo que me habia resignado,! disfrutar la vida!. El tratamiento que el Dr. Shoshany me ha recomendado ha sido lo mejor que me ha pasado en muchos anos. Si quieres tener tu vida activa otra vez Y sentirte mas fuerte deberias ir a ver al Dr. Shoshany YO LO RECOMIENDO.

As you can read this her quality of life has greatly improved, I see this type of recovery daily in our office.
If you or a loved one suffers with Back pain, Sciatica, pain from a pinched nerve or herniated disc consider Spinal decompression treatment prior to a surgical intervention.
If you have a MRI report I can review it at no charge and determine if it makes sense to come in for a No charge consultation. Fax the MRI report to
(212)777-1653 please inculde a cover sheet with your name and contact information, I will do my best to return calls within one day.
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Ergonomic tips for your workstation

A great article from SpineHealth-
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11 Ergonomic Tips for Synchronizing Your Workstation and Office Chair

October 29, 2009
by: Sylvia Marten



Having the best designed and most ergonomically-friendly office equipment may not necessarily mean much for preventing back pain, neck pain and other pain if such equipment is out of sync with your workstation, as confirmed in a recent study that provides a great forum for examining how you can adjust an office chair to your work environment.

Detailed in the October issue of the Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine, a new study found that workers who received not only new ergonomic office furniture but professional set-up by an ergonomist had less symptoms of musculoskeletal pain and eyestrain 18 months later than those workers who had to set up their new furniture on their own based off instructions.

Now what if your employer can’t afford to hire a professional ergonomist to visit your office during these tough economic times? Well, there are still many ways to be proactive when setting up your office chair and desk just right to your needs and the principles of ergonomics.

Understand the Ultimate Goal



Having a special chair is often viewed as the be-all, end-all of correct office ergonomics. While an ergonomically-designed chair can certainly do wonders, remember that the ultimate goal is to achieve balance between finding a work chair that fits you, provides good support and minimizes stress on the back, and using it correctly in relation to your work environment.



Before providing instant analysis of your chair, examine other factors, including your optimal desk level, how you sit, and the height of your computer screen, and strive to improve on these areas.



Get Suited to Your Work Surface



Rather than just going out and buying a new chair, ask yourself “what type of chair will fit your work station?” Examine how long you sit all day and how you sit at your desk.



Are you semi-seated (similar to sitting on a bar stool) or do you sit straight up? Do you need to adjust your chair? Where is your computer in relation to your body?



Determine your appropriate work surface (which takes into account the position of your arms, elbows and hands in relation to your desk’s height and your laptop or desktop computer) and be sure to have a chair that allows you to attain this specific height.



The correct surface level can vary from profession to profession (for example, architects and draftsmen often prefer to sit higher), and the final decision as to what’s appropriate is thus determined by each individual.



Become a Series of Right Angles While Sitting and Typing



Sit down straight and as close and comfortable as possible to your desk, with your upper arms parallel to the spine and your hands rested on the work surface.



At this point, take a step back and examine whether your elbows are at a 90-degree angle. If they are not, adjust your office chair higher or lower as deemed fit.



Also make sure that your legs are bent at the knees at a 90 degree angle. Try to maintain this ideal sitting posture as much as possible, and if you find yourself slacking, give yourself a break by getting up and stretching.



Don’t Sit Too High Unless Necessary



Did you know that all of our ankles swell up anywhere from 6 to 8 percent by the end of the day, but for patients with back, leg or circulation problems, this swelling can jump from 10 to 15 percent, especially if sitting in a chair that is too high and leaves the feet dangling?



Generally speaking, a seat height ranging from 16 to 21 inches off the ground is suitable for most workers. To tell whether your chair is too high or at the right height for the desk surface, slide your finger underneath your thigh at the front end of the chair.



If this proves easy to do, your chair is likely at a good height. However, if this proves difficult, your chair is likely too high, which can put extra pressure on your feet and require you to proceed to the next tip.



Boost Your Feet in Certain Situations



In situations where you have to lift your feet off the ground because of a chair or even a desk that is too high, or where the chair height is right but you’re not that tall, consider using a foot stool to prop and rest your feet as opposed to leaving them hanging all day long.



Such action will reduce both pressure on the feet and the likelihood of foot pain at the end of the day.



Raise Your Work Surface When Applicable



Standard seats should allow for 2-4 inches between the back of the knees and chair.



However, if you’re a taller worker, you may be familiar with this problem: your chair seat is not long enough for your thighs, which have too much space underneath them. In these rarer situations, raising the work surface level may be necessary to ensure circulation at the back of the knee.



Make a Fist to Your Calf



Ensure that there is enough room between the front edge of your chair and calves by simply making a fist, bringing it to the edge of the chair and pushing it on the calf.



If you can fit your full fist between the front edge and your calf, you likely have enough space for circulation and pressure. If not, your chair is likely too deep.



Adjusting the backrest forward, inserting a cushion, pillow or rolled-up towel to support your lumbar spine (lower back), or purchasing a new office chair are some possible solutions to this problem.



Have the Support of Your Back



Back support is a main focus of many ergonomic chairs, but what makes a chair good in terms of supporting the back?



Ideally your work chair should do a couple of things: provide back support angling just past 90 degrees or up to 90 degrees, and include cushioning that pushes your back forward when sitting back in the chair.



Such low back support is essential in preventing slouching as you tire and minimizing the load or strain on your back. With this in mind, the backrest of an ideal ergonomic office chair is typically between 12 and 19 inches wide.



Sit Right



A lot of times, workers have chairs with great back support but don’t take advantage of these features because they sit on the edge of the chair.



Make a conscious effort to press your bottom against the back of the chair, and avoid slumping or slouching, which places extra stress on the lumbar discs and other structures of the lower back.



Apply A Different Kind of Eye Test



Once your chair has been adjusted to the height of the table, your legs have gotten comfortable and your back is supported, close your eyes and take a deep breath.



Casually look forward with your eyes closed, and then open your eyes, which should be aimed at the center of your computer screen. Depending on whether the computer screen is higher or lower than your gaze, you may need to raise or lower the monitor.



If you need to raise your laptop, consider using a stack of books or even a small box, which has personally helped me reduce the likelihood of neck strain at work.



Adjust Your Armrest



Armrests play an important role in reducing neck and shoulder strain and diminishing the likelihood of slouching forward in your chair.



Adjust the armrest to the point where your arms are slightly lifted at the shoulders. Doing so will allow the armrest to support just the elbow and take weight off the shoulders.



Perhaps after making all these changes, you ultimately decide that you do need a new office chair.

If you find yourself in the market for a new chair, you’ll want to consider many factors, including the seat’s height, width, depth, materials, armrests, back rest, lumbar support and swivel.

For more information, view the following article: Choosing the Right Ergonomic Office Chair. or visit www.livingwellnewyork.com

Back pain and Herniated disc treatment in NYC

Back pain and Herniated disc treatment in NYC- review
by Sandra C. Brooklyn, NY

I posted a recent review,

After a very scary MRI and dire verdict from another chiropractor who will remain nameless, I researched spinal decompression. I originally investigated an office in Brooklyn, but despite my interest, they never contacted me with anything but junk mail. Thankfully, Dr. Shoshany, on the other hand, called me the very next morning after I wrote an email inquiry, and spoke with me personally. He was able to get me an appointment the very same day, and I began sessions on the DRX-9000. I have to say that it has transformed my life--I can travel on trains and planes without excruciating pain and have finally started wearing heels again! Dr. Shoshany cares about providing cutting-edge care and his office involves a holistic approach to health. I made a huge commitment to this alternative therapy and am happy to say that it was one of the best decisions of my life--not only have I avoided painful and expensive surgery, but I have begun dancing again and can now do pilates & yoga exercises that were impossible for years. I have also been adjusted by Dr. Shoshany and he has a gift for gentle and effective chiropractic care. I truly believe that Dr S has given me back ten years of youth and happiness!
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The Latest DRX9000™ Study Data Published In Peer-Reviewed Journal

Suffering with Chronic back pain in New York City? Stop suffering- Proven techniques can end the pain.
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A study titled, "Prospective Evaluation of the Efficacy of Spinal Decompression via the DRX9000 for Chronic Low Back Pain" was published in the December issue of The Journal of Medicine. The study authored by Dr. John Leslie, Mayo Clinic, et al, was designed to evaluate the effectiveness and safety of the DRX9000 in the treatment of chronic lower back pain. Patients enrolled in the study had suffered an overall average of 266 weeks of low back pain. At the conclusion of the study, 16 of the 18 patients reported improvement in low back pain, greater than 50%. The authors state, "Patients also reported having better daily activity function as measured by the Oswestry Disability Index." Reprints are available through Axiom Worldwide. To view this article please visit here.
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Physical therapy in Manhattan-Introducing Spider tech kinesiology tape

SPIDERTECH Introductory Training Program Kicks Off in Manhattan

NUCAP Medical, the originators of SpiderTech “Ready to Apply” pre-cut kinesiology tape products, announced the kick-off of their Introductory Training program on May 16th, in the Broadway, New York offices of Dr. Steve Shoshany D.C.,C.C.E.P.,C.K.T.P,-spinal decompression specialist.

The kick-off is the first “open” training event for SpiderTech products in North America, providing a one-day, intensive, SpiderTech basic theory and application course, The course teaches a functional therapeutic approach to modulate pain and myofascial dysfunction through the use of specialized kinesiology tape applications, providing the practicing therapist both the knowledge and practical hands-on tools necessary to incorporate Spider-Tech Therapy into their patient management strategies.

“We’ve developed and validated the training during our certification of K-Active Europe’s training team, as well as during several months of specialized presentations to key North American sports medicine and therapy clinicians”, states Dr. Kevin Jardin, NUCAP Medical’s CMO. “The feedback has been excellent, with participants ending up enthused about the level of knowledge, the breakthrough thinking behind the theory, and potential for SpiderTech products to deliver a difference in their therapeutic practices.”

These special Introductory Training programs are NUCAP Medical’s first phase in delivering a national training program targeted to the health care professional. The training provides the participant with certification within SpiderTech’s Basic Applications Program; with the only costs to the participants being the purchase of a SpiderTech Training Kit ($89.00 US) and provision of a suitable facility for hosting training.

“I’m very excited to host this event at my clinic,” comments Dr Steve Shoshany DC, C.C.E.P,C.K.T.P.,of NYC Disc decompression specialists. “To me it’s a breakthrough product in adding Kinesiology Tape Therapy into your therapeutic strategies" We’re looking to add training dates, and we still have some seats available for the May 16th sessions, so please feel free to contact us at drstevenshoshany@yahoo.com

NUCAP Medical’s Introductory Training program currently has multiple training events over the next 6 months across the US. To inquire about scheduling a training event, contact training@nucapmedical.com, or visit the Training home page at www.nucapmedical.com



About Dr. Kevin Jardine (CMO NUCAP Med., DC, CSCS, ART, Med.Ac)

Dr. Jardine is the founding partner of The Urban Athlete, a multidisciplinary treatment and training studio specializing in treating athletic related injuries. He is a sports medicine advisor to multiple professional runners, triathletes and cycling teams. Dr. Jardine is the co-inventor of SpiderTech therapeutic products.

About Dr. Steven Shoshany (D.C, C.C.E.P., C.K.T.P)
Dr. Shoshany is a chiropractic healthcare specialist with a diverse background. He holds a doctorate degree from Life Chiropractic University, and is currently the clinical director of NYC disc decompression specialists, specializing in spinal decompression.Offering the most comprehensive spinal decompression treatment available in Manhattan. For more information, visit www.drshoshany.com or www.nycdisc.com

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