When Do You Need to Consider Spinal Decompression
I’ve had my chiropractic practice in Rancho Cucamonga for 10 years now. I’ve been blessed to help many people with chiropractic care. 5 years into practice, I realized that there were certain limitations to what chiropractic can do for patients with severe disk issues. I was tired of seeing patients get only 70% to 90% [...]
Low Back Pain and Bone Density
So, what does bone density have to do with low back pain? The relationship between bone density and back pain is quite intimate. In fact, when the degree of bone density declines to the point of fracture, back pain becomes very real. The classic condition and cause of spinal pain associated with the loss of [...]
Medical Doctors and Non-Surgical Spinal Decompression
Dr. Ian Porterfield and I often see a patient after they have seen their medical doctor, seen a physical therapist, and many times have even spoken with a surgeon. After we have started getting results in the patient’s condition, we often get ask the following question… “Why doesn’t my medical doctor (or chiropractor) know about [...]
Low Back Pain and Pain Killers
I am still amazed when I consult with patients and they tell me how many Over-The-Counter (OTC) mediations they are taking! When they say, “I take Advil like candy.” I get a little nervous for them. When they then tell me that they’ve been “eating them” for as long as they have – months and [...]