Here Is What You Should Know

Are you suffering from a severe back pain?
and wonder if you should opt for spine surgery for your back pain.

We only recommend spine surgery after every other approach fails.

We have dealt with many patients who have been through a spine surgery in Chicago. A fair number complain about the frustratingly slow and painful recovery process.

At the American Back Center we use a different approach to treating severe back pain, neck pain and shoulder pain which involves a combination of chiropractic care, physical therapy and vertebral axial decompression therapy (VAX-D). In fact, most physicians recommend that you try out all possible non-surgical options before opting for spine surgery as a treatment.

We have found that vertebral axial decompression therapy (VAX-D) is an excellent non-invasive treatment for severe back pain with a good success rate, which makes a good choose to try before opting for spine surgery or back surgery.

How Does the VAX-D Treatment Work?

VAX-D is an FDA approved form of non-invasive treatment which makes use of a traction-like therapy for treating lower back pain. The VAX-D treatment begins with a consultation with one of our physicians, which will be coordinated by a patient advocate.

A standard orthopedic exam will be conducted, and the doctor will talk to you about your treatment history and current symptoms. Based on their diagnosis of your condition, radiology results and exams, a detailed treatment plan will be prepared for you.

During the VAX-D treatment, you will be asked to lie face down on a computer-controlled “split” table and wear a pelvic harness around your hips with your arms extended forward and holding hand grips. The table is then separated into two, which stretches your lower back.

Is VAX-D Safe? How Effective is This Treatment?

Yes, VAX-D is completely safe and the treatment is halted if you suffer any discomfort; all you have to do is to release the hand grips. A typical VAX-D session lasts for about 45 minutes.

This is perhaps the best treatment for fixing or retracting herniated disks, which is one of the leading causes of back pain. According to a study on VAX-D published in the Neurological Research, this treatment has a success rate of 71% which is quite impressive.

You will experience positive results after every VAX-D treatment session. Generally it takes about VAX-D 20 sessions for the back pain to be healed, but that may vary from one patient to another.

Are You Suffering From Back Pain And Are Desperately Looking For An Alternative To Spine Surgery Chicago?

Visit us at the American Back Center to know more about VAX-D and our treatment approach. Call (855) 962-3621 or click here to book an appointment with Dr. Chris Edginton DC, the leading chiropractor in Chicago and his team of highly skilled specialists.

Surgery is a very complicated procedure as a lot of risk factors are involved. It can either be a complete success or it can be a failure as it tends to vary from person to person. Many people feel confident after discussing their case with someone who experienced the same problem irrespective of the fact that the end result of the surgery can be different. Only the specialized doctors can determine the risk factors involved in performing surgery after assessing the patients in an in-depth manner.

Every surgery has a certain set of complications similarly there are complications involved in back surgery. They are as follows:

1.     Surgeries cannot be performed without giving anesthesia to patients, however, some patients might be allergic to anesthesia and therefore there body might not react to it the way others react. It can lead to different medical problems, therefore, a proper medical assessment is important.

2.     Back surgery can lead to the formation of blood clots within your legs or lungs. If blood clots are formed in the legs then it can cause immense pain and discomfort in the infected leg. In some cases, blood clots can also form in the lungs which tends to limit the blood supply. A part of your lung might collapse due to lack of blood supply.

3.     Lungs tend to become weak after surgery, therefore, lung exercise is extremely important in order to avoid the chances of pneumonia due to low levels of blood and oxygen.

4.     Surgery can also lead to infection if the patient is not taken care of during the recovery phase. Surgeons are likely to prescribe antibiotics after performing the surgery, however, if the pain increases and the area appear red and swollen then contact your surgeon as soon as possible. The surgeon might remove the stitches in order to assess the area to find out the main cause behind the infection.

5.     Back surgery can lead to spinal cord injury that can result in a permanent disability like paralysis or even sexual dysfunction. In some cases, it can also limit the bladder and bowel movement.

6.     Back surgery is very painful and it can be extremely painful during the recovery phase. People should be ready to experience persistent pain that can limit the number of activities they can participate in.
A lot of complications are involved in any surgery you might be considering. However, the experience of getting surgery done can vary from person to person.

At American Back Center we offer an effective Non Invasive Alternative called VAX-D. Many of our patients have had excellent results and not needed Surgery after a few sessions of VAX-D. check out information here or see our video below
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