"I have had low back pain with radiation
down the left leg due to three
herniated discs and a ruptured
disc above the herniated discs.
After having an MRI and a surgical
consult, it was determined that
there are no surgical procedures
that could be performed. I was left
with using medication with minimal
results. My sister heard about
spinal decompression and passed
on information downloaded from
the CT Spine and Disc Center
from their website. After reading
all about spinal decompression
there was no doubt in my mind that this was the treatment I was looking
for. After making an appointment
and talking with Dr. Bellinger,
I was even more convinced this
treatment was for me. Everyone in the office is very personable
and the treatments were painless.
After 15 treatments, I am more pain
free and no longer have to rely on
medication for relief. I’m now able
to walk longer distances and climb
stairs again, I am just so happy,
I’m smiling again and I would not
hesitate to recommend this treatment to anyone! Thank you so much for giving
me a new lease on life!”
- Judy.B Coventry, CT
"I was having left leg pain (sciatica)
due to prolonged sitting for the past
year. Physical therapy only gave me a
little relief. In addition to left leg
pain, my left foot began having a
burning sensation. My Doctor ordered
an MRI. The MRI showed that my L4 and
L5 discs were bulging onto the nerves
of my left leg and foot. Back surgery
was out of the question. I began spinal
decompression treatment at CT Spine
and Disc Center. The treatments are
gentle, painless, and effective.
I felt relief from pain after only 4
sessions. My treatment was 20 sessions
and I am now 99.9% pain free. The DRX 9000
really worked for me ! I love that machine !
The Doctors and staff are very friendly and
professional. They excel at making you
comfortable during your visits."
Thank you CT Spine and Disc Center !- Kirk.M Manchester, CT
"After being told surgery was my only
option I was put in touch with another
treatment called the DRX 9000. My pain
was so bad, I could not do anything.
After four treatments, I was able to
stand up straight and walk again.
I am now able to do almost everything
I did before, and am enjoying the
freedom I had before. At the end
of this treatment, I no longer need
assistance of a walker or a cane
to get around. I am so thankful I
had another option. Thanks to the
Doctors and staff at CT Spine and
Disc Center. I am doing very well."
-Anne. B Tolland, CT
"I suffered mainly from headaches,
tension in the neck and shoulders, also some low back stiffness and pain. After the 1st appointment my neck felt
better and I haven't had a real
headache since that 1st
appointment. As a pharmacist,
I see many people choosing
drugs as an easy way for
treatment rather than
treating the real problems.
Chiropractic care is an
alternative that doesn't
come with the bad effects
of drug therapy."
-Michael S.
"The sciatica and weakness in
my back have improved so
drastically. In the past couple
of years I've had difficulty
straightening up after
sitting for long periods of time.
That has disappeared-
Thank goodness! I thought it
was a natural result of aging
but apparently not."
- Ellie E.
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Optimum Health Articles
Guidelines to the Perfect Posture
How Important is Good Posture?
Posture is extremely important when you talking about good health. It is as important as eating right, exercising, getting a good night's sleep and avoiding potentially harmful substances like alcohol, drugs and tobacco. Good posture is a way of doing things with more energy, less stress and fatigue. Without good posture, you can't really be physically fit.
The importance of good posture in an overall fitness program is often overlooked by fitness advisers and fitness seekers alike. In fact, the benefits of good posture may be among the best kept secrets of the current fitness movement.
The good news is that most everyone can avoid the problems caused by bad posture...and you can improve at any age.
Good Posture is Good Health
We are a health conscious society today and good posture is a part of it. Because good posture means your bones are properly aligned and your muscles, joints and ligaments can work as nature intended. It means your vital organs are in the right position and can function at peak efficiency. Health is 100% function of the body (as defined by Websters Dictionary). In turn, good posture contributes to the proper functioning of the nervous system.
Without good posture, your overall health and total efficiency may be compromised. Because the long-term effects of poor posture can affect bodily systems (such as digestion, elimination, breathing, muscles, joints and ligaments), a person who has poor posture may often be tired or unable to work efficiently or move properly.
Even for younger people, how you carry yourself when working, relaxing or playing can have big effects. Did you know that just fifteen minutes reading or typing when using the wrong positions exhausts the muscles of your neck, shoulders and upper back?
Poor Posture - How Does it Happen?
Often, poor posture develops because of accidents or falls. But bad posture can also develop from environmental factors or bad habits. This means that you have control.
Today, posture-related problems are increasing:
1) As we become a society that watches more television than any previous generation;
2) As we become a more electronic society, with more and more people working at sedentary desk jobs or sitting in front of computer terminals;
3) As more and more cars are crowding our roads, resulting in accidents and injuries;
4) and as we drive in cars with poorly designed seats.
In most cases, poor posture results from a combination of several factors, which can include:
1. Accidents, injuries and falls
2. Poor sleep support (mattress)
3. Excessive weight
4. Visual or emotional difficulties
5. Foot problems or improper shoes
6. Weak muscles, muscle imbalance
7. Careless sitting, standing, sleeping habits
8. Negative self image
9. Occupational stress
10. Poorly designed work space
Poor Posture & Pain
A lifetime of poor posture can start a progression of symptoms in the average adult. It can start with...
Fatigue - your muscles have to work hard just to hold you up if you have poor posture. You waste energy just moving, leaving you without the extra energy you need to feel good.
Tight, achy muscles in the neck, back, arms and legs- by this stage, there may be a change in your muscles and ligaments and you may have a stiff, tight painful feeling. More than 80% of the neck and back problems are the result of tight, achy muscles brought on by years of bad posture.
Joint stiffness and pain- at risk for "wear and tear" arthritis, or what is termed degenerative osteoarthritis. Poor posture and limited mobility increase the likelihood of this condition in later years.
Lifestyle Tips for Lifelong Good Posture
Keep your weight down - excess weight, especially around the middle, pulls on the back, weakening stomach muscles.
Develop a regular program of exercise - regular exercise keeps you flexible and helps tone your muscles to support proper posture.
Buy good bedding - a firm mattress will support the spine and help maintain the same shape as a person with good upright posture.
Pay attention to injuries from bumps, falls and jars - injuries in youth may cause growth abnormalities or postural adaptations to the injury or pain that can show up later in life.
Have your eyes examined - a vision problem can affect the way you carry yourself as well as cause eye strain.
Be conscious of where you work - is your chair high enough to fit your desk? Do you need a footrest to keep pressure off your legs?
Kids, Parents and Posture
Good Posture & Aging
Improving your posture
If you follow these practices, but still feel discomfort and pain related to specific activities, visit your Doctor of Chiropractic periodically for spinal checkups and for a postural evaluation for yourself and for your children.
source: International Chiropractors Association
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