Irvine Family Health Center
Spinal Decompression
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Notes & Tips from our profile in "Chiropractor Monthly" Magazine

Watch out for the BLTs – bending, lifting and twisting – of back pain. These motions can be the most damaging to a disc. In fact, with just one wrong turn or twist, a person can find themselves with a bulging disc, which can cause extreme pain in areas of the body, like the back or neck.

A bulging disc occurs when the tough outer fibers of the disc become weakened. It allows the gelatinous middle of the disc to start to bulge out. It’s more of a weakening of the disc that allows it to be change from its normal shape.

A herniation occurs when there is a weakening of the outer disc fibers to the point that they tear. A distinction really needs to be made between the two conditions.

To reduce pain associated with a bulging disc, chiropractors say you must first address the condition that caused the injury. “Because the bulging disc tends to be a mechanical irritation over time, we want to reverse that mechanical irritation.”

If a patient is already in crisis because they have waited too long to take care of their spine and nervous system, the chiropractor’s job is to realign the spine to take the pressure off the nerves, and to restore proper balance, positioning and alignment so the patient not only feels better, but the disc becomes more healthy because of the alignment.

Some specific types of stretches can be completed by patients at home during the recovery period to help prevent reoccurrence of the disc injury. Patients who do these stretches consistently tend to have far less episodes of reinjury than those people who stop doing the exercise.

DRX9000 Patient Testimonials

 

I was diagnosed with Cervical Degenerative Disc Disease ...

I was diagnosed with Cervical Degenerative Disc Disease and Dr. Erickson thought I was a perfect candidate for Spinal Decompression using the DRX9000 for treatment of my neck. I was having difficulty sleeping due to pain and was suffering from constant headaches. I was forced to regularly take pain medication to help with the pain.

I no longer suffer from headaches and sleeplessness… The pain in practically nonexistent for the first time in 4 years!

The doctors and staff really want to see you get better. They go over and above the call of duty to help you. I am always recommending this office to anyone with pain because they really deliver results! I am very grateful to them!

Tami M. – Tustin, CA

My symptoms and limitations were improved by 95% ...

Prior to treatment at the Spinal Decompression Offices of the Irvine Family Health Center I suffered from severe neck pain especially with sitting. I had to cut down my work hours because of the pain. I also wore a TENS [electrical stimulation for pain control] unit every day to control the pain. I even had to restrict my travel to just the local area.

All of my symptoms and limitations were improved by 95%. The Spinal Decompression treatment was a very, very good treatment for me – I even stopped using my TENS unit.

Diane F. – Irvine, CA

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My low back pain and stiffness were gone after Spinal Decompression ...

Before receiving Spinal Decompression treatment I experienced moderate sciatica and low back stiffness especially on the left side. The pain and stiffness would worsen after golf, tennis and while doing yard work. I also had great difficulty lifting my legs or bringing my knees to my chest because of the pain.

When I completed decompression treatment my low back pain and stiffness were both gone and I no longer have any problem with lifting my legs or raising my knees to my chest.

I would like to let everyone know that the Irvine Family Health Center has a great staff and is concerned about patient health improvement.

Richard A. – Irvine, CA

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I have my life and lifestyle back after DRX9000 treatments ...

Before Spinal Decompression I suffered from 3 herniated discs and 2 degenerated discs possible from a previous skiing accident approximately 20 years prior. The pain was extreme in my left leg and I was unable to stand for any length of time. I also experience significant weakness in my back.

Within a few days of treatment on the DRX9000 [Spinal Decompression Unit] I noticed improvement. Now I have much more mobility throughout my back and much less pain. I have my life and lifestyle back because of the treatments.

The office is extremely friendly and willing to work schedules based on your need. The doctors and technicians are extremely caring.

Argyle W. – Anaheim, CA

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After DRX9000 Spinal Decompression, I can do as much work as I want ...

Before DRX9000 Spinal Decompression: “I cannot do my usual work.” and “I cannot drive my car as long as I want because of moderate neck pain.”

After DRX9000 Spinal Decompression: “I can do as much work as I want.” and “I can drive my car without any neck pain.”

Diane F. – Irvine, CA

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I used to avoid sitting because it increased my pain ...

Before DRX9000 Spinal Decompression: “I avoid sitting because it increases pain immediately.”

After DRX9000 Spinal Decompression: “I can sit in any chair as long as I like.”

Richard A. – Irvine, CA

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Treatments were painless and easy ...

I would like to take this time to express my sincere appreciation on giving me my life back.

I was recently brought down to my knees with the most extreme pain I had ever felt by lifting a simple 1-gallon can of paint. I did not know exactly what I had done or what action would be required to alleviate or correct my problem. The only thing I did know was I would go to all extremes to avoid surgery.

I sought medical advice approximately 1 month later after a week-long trip to Louisiana for business. I was struck with such bad pain while changing flights in Detroit that I was unable to stand for more than 10 minutes. I knew I was in trouble when I ended up in a wheelchair until I returned home.

I finally decided “enough is enough” and determined that I would need to seek help. I started with a spine doctor who ordered x-rays, an MRI and a CT scan to determine what I had done to myself. The x-rays revealed a herniated disc, 2 degenerated discs and spinal stenosis (narrowing of the spinal canal).

I was then scheduled for physical therapy. Weeks passed and the physical therapy did not appear to be working like I had hope, but I continued.

A few weeks passed and one weekend while reading the local OC newspaper I came across an ad on relieving back pain without surgery. The article led me to a procedure using a machine called the DRX9000. Searching day after day on the web I found the Chiropractic Offices of the Irvine Family Health Center and scheduled a consultation with Dr. Timothy Twombly.

After the consultation I felt relieved that there was hope. Dr. Twombly was very professional and helpful in answering any questions I had in relation to the DRX9000 Spinal Decompression process including how it worked and what to expect. A few days later I made up my mind to move forward and contacted Dr. Twombly’s office to schedule my treatments.

The treatments…were painless and easy. 30-minutes each visit for a determined period of time is not much to give up in the pursuit of better health. All this taking place in an office that was very relaxed and comfortable.

Well, it has been 3 weeks since I completed my treatments and just like I was advised, each day brings me closer to a PAIN-FREE lifestyle. I am slowly returning to the lifestyle I once had – going to the gym, riding my Harley Davidson motorcycle and just enjoying life without pain while all the time remembering that…incorrect lifting technique can cause a pain and suffering that I myself do not want to experience again.

Thank you and your staff again for making the DRX9000 Spinal Decompression treatment available to me.

Argyle W. – Anaheim, CA

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Years of use and abuse had left me with 3 bulging discs ...

As a 53 year old male I have noticed over the past decade the ever-increasing maintenance required to keep my body functioning at the performance level I am accustomed to. 30 years in the construction industry, as well as an active lifestyle of surfing, skiing, rock climbing, and kiteboarding (I could go on, but you get the idea) have left me with more than my share of aches and pains. Surgery worked fine to correct the shoulders and knees, but I drew the line when it came to dealing with my back. Years of us and abuse had left me with three bulging discs in my lower back. The frequency of episodes of my back “going out” continued to increase with ever longer recovery periods.

I did not want to have surgery on my back so I chose Spinal Decompression. After 4 or 5 sessions on the DRX9000 I felt greater strength and stability in my back, as well as a dramatic decrease in pain. I continued to improve during the course of my decompression sessions.

Unfortunately, I never completed the entire course [of treatment] as I suffered a serious fall from the third story of a building breaking my wrist and badly shattering my lower right leg. This has left me with a terrible limp as my right leg is now shorter than my left. But even with that, my low back I still healthy and pain free. I cannot imagine going through the rehabilitation regime I have been in if my back hurt like it had prior to my Spinal Decompression. My back remains strong and pain free and I give all the credit to the Spinal Decompression.

Darryl Y. – Huntington Beach, CA

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I can’t believe how good I feel...

I had a 5.5mm bulge at L5/S1 for the past 3 years and was in pain off and on. Then all of a sudden the pain I had been experiencing before was magnified by 10! I was rushed to the emergency and spent 5 days in the hospital on heavy pain medication. I thought my active life was over. My doctor was pushing back surgery to remove three spinal discs (L3/L4, L4/L5 and L5/S1). The L4/L5 disc [the spinal disc above L5/S1] progressed and became a 5mm disc bulge. I wanted to do something that was non-invasive. That is when I discovered DRX9000 Spinal Decompression.

It is amazing! I am only half-way through my treatment and the extreme pain that I was feeling is almost completely gone! I can’t believe how good I feel. I can now move and workout without pain.

Alan M. – Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

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The doctors and staff here are absolutely fantastic!

Before I began the spinal decompression treatment I was in pain all day. The pain was being caused by a herniated disc in my lower back. I couldn’t stand up straight and had to use crutches to move around. It was causing a tremendous amount of pain while causing other problems at the same time. My lower back pain created tightness in my psoas muscles and hamstring muscles which limited my mobility. The disc also caused me to lose the normal curve in my lumbar spine.

The first week into my treatment I started walking without my crutches. As the treatment continued things got better. My pain was significantly reduced. I started regaining my posture.

Once I hit the 12th spinal decompression treatment I noticed that I was able to move more freely without the pain bothering me. Now I am nearing the end of my treatment and I’m feeling great! I am living life again without worrying about the pain.

The doctors and staff here are absolutely fantastic! Erin is awesome and Dr. Erickson is a lifesaver. They always have a smile on their faces and they are here to make you feel better.

Eduardo P. – Long Beach, CA

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