Spinal Disc Injuries

 Spinal Disc Injuries

 The intervertebral disc is a common cause in spine-related health problems; however its function is widely misunderstood. The disc is a small cartilage pad that is situated between spinal bones with a  soft jellylike center that is contained by surrounding layers of fibrous tissues. Each disc serves as a connector, space and shock absorber for the spine. When healthy, discs allow normal turning and bending. Interestingly, spinal discs have a very poor blood supply, they depend upon the circulation of the surrounding joints' fluids to bring in nutrients and expel waste.

 If a spinal joint loses it normal motion or position and this pumping action is impaired, the health of the disc can deteriorate.
 Like a wet sponge, a healthy disc is flexible. A dry sponge is hard, stiff and crack easily. This is how many disc problems begin.
 Because of the way each disc is attached to the vertebrae above and below, a disc cannot "slip" as is commonly thought. However, trauma or injury can cause discs to bulge, herniate, or worse, rupture. This can be quite painful, putting pressure on the spinal cord and nerve roots, which leads to interference with their function and communication. About 200,000 patients undergo lumbar spine surgery each year. Of those approximately 40% will not gain the desired outcome and in many cases be worse off following the surgery.

  DID YOU KNOW…if you hold an object next to the body, the weight of that object is equal to the pounds of stress on the disc in your lower back?

  BUT…if you extend your arms fully away from the body and lift the same weight, the pounds of stress on the disc in the lower back can be multiplied by ten!

  AND…it only takes about 300 pounds of pressure to tear the fibers of a disc…some people experience as much as 500 pounds of pressure when they sneeze!

  IN ADDITION…most disc injuries are not the result of a single event but are the result of small injuries or micro-traumas that occur over time.

 The chiropractic approach to disc problems is to help restore better motion and position to the spinal joints. Besides reducing disc bulging, better spine function can help decrease inflammation and begin the slow process of healing in the surrounding soft tissue. Many patients avoid needless spinal surgery or dependency on medications by choosing chiropractic care.

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According to the Associated Press on November 19, 1998, a National Institutes of Health committee reports that doctors still don't know how best to treat or even diagnose ADD/ADHD. Dr. David J. Kupfer, chairman of the panel and professor of psychiatry at the University of Pittsburgh says, "There is no current validated diagnostic test for [ADD/ADHD]. He also pointed out that there are no studies that have examined the long term effects of common treatment drugs such as Ritalin aside from the bad side effects that they can cause. Conclusions reached by the panel members include: *Panel member Janis Ferre of the Utah Governor's Council for People With Disabilities said there's inconsistency in diagnosing ADD/ADHD. "This results in over-diagnosis and under-diagnosis." *Panel member Donald Berry of the Duke University Medical Center criticized the lack of long-term effect studies on Ritalin and other strong, mind-altering drugs used in treating ADD/ADHD and said he thought they are prescribed too often and in wrong dosage. *Although Ritalin may correct some behavior problems, there is no evidence that it helps children's academic performance, or overall health and brain function. *Doctors and schools often do a poor job of communicating when treating ADD/ADHD and follow-up is often poor. By way of commentary, this panel estimated that up to 5% of children are truly affected with ADD/ADHD and that percentage is rising. If your child has been diagnosed with ADD/ ADHD, you must seriously determine if you want a questionable medical treatment with high-powered drugs that have long-term effects for your child. No doubt there's a better approach we should be taking first before medicating. Chiropractic Wellness Care helps normalize and balance the nervous system by removing subluxation interference that can create the disturbances seen in the ADD/ ADHD disorders. All children, not just those diagnosed with ADD/ ADHD need to have their spines examined for subluxation interference. “Lifetime Family Wellness”

7 Reasons

As you know, Star Chiropractic is based out of Shelby Township, MI and our core beliefs are that the human body understands intuitively what health and wellness are. So today we are going to review the 7 reasons why Chiropractic is important and actually gaining in popularity across the United States and the world! 1. Chiropractic Promotes Natural Healing. You should always seek out the least invasive, most "user friendly" form of healthcare before submitting to surgery and d "drugcare". 2. Chiropractic Can Prevent Problems. In fact, it can keep you healthy. Chiropractic is able to locate stress-creating distortions in your body, called subluxations, before damage occurs. 3. Chiropractic Is Effective And Natural. Why take drugs when you can be helped without them? This is a huge reason why millions of people visit their neighborhood doctor of chiropractic. 4. Chiropractic Is Safe. There are no dangerous drugs with scary side effects. There is no surgery that forever changes your body. Chiropractic has an enviable safety record. Malpractice insurance for chiropractors is only a tiny fraction compared to the overall amount for medical practitioners. 5. Chiropractic Is For The Whole Family. Everyone, from the very young to the very old, can benefit from chiropractic care. 6. Family Chiropractic Care Sends A Healthy Message To Children. You don't have to take drugs to live a happy, healthy life. Most chiropractors will not just make adjustments to the spine, but also offer insight into how to eat healthier as well as how to exercise more effectively. 7. Chiropractic Is About Optimizing Health. Chiropractic services do more than just ameliorate symptoms. As the saying goes, chiropractic "nips it in the bud" when it comes to issues that could cause all sorts of health problems if left unchecked. So now you know a little bit more about what chiropractic care is all about. If you would like more information, don't hesitate to call the office and schedule an appointment today! Star Chiropractic 53316 Van Dyke Ave. Shelby Township, MI 48316 (586)781-0900