Chiropractic vs. Spinal Decompression for acute lower back pain.

Many patients present to my office with acute lower back pain. Acute lower back pain can have a variety of causes. These causes include:

1. Disc injuries (bulging, protruding, or herniated discs)
2. Facet joint injuries
3. Sacroiliac joint injuries
4. Muscle spasm/strain
5. Nerve impingement
6. Ligament sprain
7. Gait abnormalities (foot, ankle, knee, hip issues)

The cause of the injury and the tissues involved will direct the course of treatment. All patients suffering from acute lower back pain should have a thorough consultation, complete medical history, orthopedic and neurologic examination, and any diagnostic studies (i.e. - x-rays, MRI, nerve conduction, etc...) necessary for proper diagnosis. These examination procedures should be sufficient to accurately diagnose the patient's condition.

I have personally found that chiropractic is a very effective drug-free, non-surgical tool for most acute lower back injuries. I will usually reserve the use of the DRX 9000 Non-Surgical Spinal Decompression System for bulging, protruding, or herniated discs. Any patients interested in the DRX 9000 for treatment of their disc injuries will require an MRI of the lumbar spine to assess the severity of their condition. It is also important to rule out any contraindications to treatment with the DRX 9000 such as instability in the spine, prior fusion surgery in the region being treated, and cancer. More information regarding the DRX 9000 can be found at:

• www.DrGordonOnline.net
• www.AxiomWorldwide.com
• www.MyDiscPainReport.com