avoid lower back or neck surgery
TRANSCRIPT
![Page 1: Avoid Lower Back Or Neck Surgery](https://reader035.vdocument.in/reader035/viewer/2022062822/5880f8011a28abc3368b5aaf/html5/thumbnails/1.jpg)
A Non Invasive Approach to Living Pain Free.
Dr. Eric S. Kaplan, D.C., F.I.A.M.A.
Disc Centers of AmericaSpecializing in the treatment and
management of severe disc injuries
![Page 2: Avoid Lower Back Or Neck Surgery](https://reader035.vdocument.in/reader035/viewer/2022062822/5880f8011a28abc3368b5aaf/html5/thumbnails/2.jpg)
Dr. Eric S. Kaplan, D.C., F.I.A.M.A.Dic Centers of America– Owner and Clinic
Director Experience
-35 years in Private Practice -Nationally Certified in Spinal Decompression -Over 10,000 Spinal Decompression
Treatments PerformedPresident of Disc Centers of America – A
National group of doctors who specialize in the treatment and management of severe disc injuries.
![Page 3: Avoid Lower Back Or Neck Surgery](https://reader035.vdocument.in/reader035/viewer/2022062822/5880f8011a28abc3368b5aaf/html5/thumbnails/3.jpg)
To offer PALM BEACH patientssuffering from chronic disc disease a safe, non–surgical, non-invasive solution to their chronic back and neck pain resulting in a better quality of life.
![Page 4: Avoid Lower Back Or Neck Surgery](https://reader035.vdocument.in/reader035/viewer/2022062822/5880f8011a28abc3368b5aaf/html5/thumbnails/4.jpg)
A Non Invasive Approach to Living Pain
Free.
![Page 5: Avoid Lower Back Or Neck Surgery](https://reader035.vdocument.in/reader035/viewer/2022062822/5880f8011a28abc3368b5aaf/html5/thumbnails/5.jpg)
How many of YOU have
Lower Back Pain?Neck Pain?Radiating pain down your arms / legs?Tingling/ Numbness in your hands /
feet?Weakness in Arms/Hands - Legs /
Feet?Unable to stand or walk for long
periods?
![Page 6: Avoid Lower Back Or Neck Surgery](https://reader035.vdocument.in/reader035/viewer/2022062822/5880f8011a28abc3368b5aaf/html5/thumbnails/6.jpg)
How many of YOU have been told you HAVE:
Disc HerniationsDisc BulgesSciaticaDegenerated Disc DiseaseSpinal Canal Stenosis
![Page 7: Avoid Lower Back Or Neck Surgery](https://reader035.vdocument.in/reader035/viewer/2022062822/5880f8011a28abc3368b5aaf/html5/thumbnails/7.jpg)
How Many of YOU have had:MRI’s or X-rays of current complaint?Chiropractic / Acupuncture?Epidurals/ Cortisone Injections?Physical Therapy?
Have even had Surgery???
![Page 8: Avoid Lower Back Or Neck Surgery](https://reader035.vdocument.in/reader035/viewer/2022062822/5880f8011a28abc3368b5aaf/html5/thumbnails/8.jpg)
How many of you are still suffering from the
same Chronic Pain???
YOU ARE NOT ALONE!!!
![Page 9: Avoid Lower Back Or Neck Surgery](https://reader035.vdocument.in/reader035/viewer/2022062822/5880f8011a28abc3368b5aaf/html5/thumbnails/9.jpg)
![Page 10: Avoid Lower Back Or Neck Surgery](https://reader035.vdocument.in/reader035/viewer/2022062822/5880f8011a28abc3368b5aaf/html5/thumbnails/10.jpg)
Why are incidents increasing despite new drug and surgery options?
Is it possible we are notdoing the right thing?
![Page 11: Avoid Lower Back Or Neck Surgery](https://reader035.vdocument.in/reader035/viewer/2022062822/5880f8011a28abc3368b5aaf/html5/thumbnails/11.jpg)
Many Specialists believe that 75- 80 % of Lower Back AND Neck pain comes from THE DISCS
![Page 12: Avoid Lower Back Or Neck Surgery](https://reader035.vdocument.in/reader035/viewer/2022062822/5880f8011a28abc3368b5aaf/html5/thumbnails/12.jpg)
2 Main Causes of Disc Problems Disc Degeneration Disc Herniations aka Bulging Disc,
Slipped Disc
![Page 13: Avoid Lower Back Or Neck Surgery](https://reader035.vdocument.in/reader035/viewer/2022062822/5880f8011a28abc3368b5aaf/html5/thumbnails/13.jpg)
What is a Disc?Nucleus Pulposus & Annulus FibrosisA disc is like a Sponge; acts like a “shock absorber” in the spineA functional joint – they make up1/3 of the spineAbsorbs pressure and vibrationAllows for motionActs as a spacerIt is dynamic and necessary!
![Page 14: Avoid Lower Back Or Neck Surgery](https://reader035.vdocument.in/reader035/viewer/2022062822/5880f8011a28abc3368b5aaf/html5/thumbnails/14.jpg)
Have no blood supply Does NOT have any internal nerves. The disc itself is an ACTIVE tissue that
contains SIGNIFICANT mechanisms for self-repair.
Has a Natural Pump Mechanism which keeps the disc hydrated and healthy.
Is made up of 86% water
![Page 15: Avoid Lower Back Or Neck Surgery](https://reader035.vdocument.in/reader035/viewer/2022062822/5880f8011a28abc3368b5aaf/html5/thumbnails/15.jpg)
![Page 16: Avoid Lower Back Or Neck Surgery](https://reader035.vdocument.in/reader035/viewer/2022062822/5880f8011a28abc3368b5aaf/html5/thumbnails/16.jpg)
It is a condition when a tear allows the disc material to push the annulus out against the nerve.
Colorado University study in the mid 1990s showed 10mm mercury will reduce the effective functionality of a nerve by more than 60%...that is only the weight of a dime.
![Page 17: Avoid Lower Back Or Neck Surgery](https://reader035.vdocument.in/reader035/viewer/2022062822/5880f8011a28abc3368b5aaf/html5/thumbnails/17.jpg)
HEALTHY
UNHEALTHY
![Page 18: Avoid Lower Back Or Neck Surgery](https://reader035.vdocument.in/reader035/viewer/2022062822/5880f8011a28abc3368b5aaf/html5/thumbnails/18.jpg)
A herniated disc or slipped disc irritates the nerves in the lower back causing:Pain NumbnessTinglingMuscular WeaknessMuscular spasms
When symptoms travel down the leg this is known as: SCIATICA
![Page 19: Avoid Lower Back Or Neck Surgery](https://reader035.vdocument.in/reader035/viewer/2022062822/5880f8011a28abc3368b5aaf/html5/thumbnails/19.jpg)
They have lost their innate ability to keep itself healthy and hydrated: Their pump mechanism has failed:
Movement-driven pump mechanism alternately compresses and relaxes pressure on disc, pumping water and waste products out and water and nutrients in.
Failure of the pump mechanism results in biochemical changes causing disc conditions like bulging, herniated and degenerative discs and varied symptoms
![Page 20: Avoid Lower Back Or Neck Surgery](https://reader035.vdocument.in/reader035/viewer/2022062822/5880f8011a28abc3368b5aaf/html5/thumbnails/20.jpg)
Failed Pump = Loss of Circulation
Failed pump
Condition
Symptom
![Page 21: Avoid Lower Back Or Neck Surgery](https://reader035.vdocument.in/reader035/viewer/2022062822/5880f8011a28abc3368b5aaf/html5/thumbnails/21.jpg)
Stress Physical: Trauma, Aging, MVA, Sports Injuries Chemical: Smoking, drinking, Rx Meds, Emotional: finances, romance, kids, jobs
Sitting too long Poor posture Overweight
Every extra pound of weight can add up to 8 extra pounds of force on our joints
![Page 22: Avoid Lower Back Or Neck Surgery](https://reader035.vdocument.in/reader035/viewer/2022062822/5880f8011a28abc3368b5aaf/html5/thumbnails/22.jpg)
What is the current approach?
Is it working?
![Page 23: Avoid Lower Back Or Neck Surgery](https://reader035.vdocument.in/reader035/viewer/2022062822/5880f8011a28abc3368b5aaf/html5/thumbnails/23.jpg)
Pills: Muscle relaxers, pain pills Physical Therapy: Stretch and Strengthen Chiropractic: Adjust and Align spine Acupuncture: Aligning Chakras/PNS Epidurals/Cortisone Injections: Strong
Anti-Inflammatory -Temporary Fix Surgery: Invasive/Risky/Low Success Rates
What do ALL of these have in Common???
![Page 24: Avoid Lower Back Or Neck Surgery](https://reader035.vdocument.in/reader035/viewer/2022062822/5880f8011a28abc3368b5aaf/html5/thumbnails/24.jpg)
WARNING:The following picture shows what
spinal surgery looks like…
![Page 25: Avoid Lower Back Or Neck Surgery](https://reader035.vdocument.in/reader035/viewer/2022062822/5880f8011a28abc3368b5aaf/html5/thumbnails/25.jpg)
![Page 26: Avoid Lower Back Or Neck Surgery](https://reader035.vdocument.in/reader035/viewer/2022062822/5880f8011a28abc3368b5aaf/html5/thumbnails/26.jpg)
![Page 27: Avoid Lower Back Or Neck Surgery](https://reader035.vdocument.in/reader035/viewer/2022062822/5880f8011a28abc3368b5aaf/html5/thumbnails/27.jpg)
Nearly 1 of 50 BACK Surgery Patients dies within 3 years of surgery.
The Death rates are significantly higher when analgesics are involved.
The Mortality Rate increases SEVEN FOLD when CAGE devises are used in conjunction with analgesics.
Dr. Eugene Carragee, MD of Stanford University performs spinal surgery only on a select group of patients whom he carefully screens. His conclusions: Less than 25% will be completely successful (even
after carefully screening them). For the majority of the patients, the surgery does
not have a dramatic impact on their pain or mobility.
That a patient’s prospect for a future free from back pain is “fairly poor.
Source: “Deaths after Back Surgery Often Related to Analgesiss,” http://www.thedoctorschannel.com/video/1762.html?specialty=2
![Page 28: Avoid Lower Back Or Neck Surgery](https://reader035.vdocument.in/reader035/viewer/2022062822/5880f8011a28abc3368b5aaf/html5/thumbnails/28.jpg)
The cost for Back Surgery in the USA $6,000-$8,000 with an Endoscopic Surgery $60,000 for a SPINAL FUSION $85,000 for Laminectomy
Additional costs include: Prescription Meds: $ Physical Therapy: $$ Hospital wages/ Fees: $$$ Lost wages: $$$$ Post Surgical Complications including additional
SURGERIES…$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$
How much does your health and your future
mean to you?
![Page 29: Avoid Lower Back Or Neck Surgery](https://reader035.vdocument.in/reader035/viewer/2022062822/5880f8011a28abc3368b5aaf/html5/thumbnails/29.jpg)
Yes, that is partially true BUT Here’s the part that isn’t true:
When you factor in your copay, additional expenses, such as medications, rehab (PT)
Your out of pocket expense can become Very costly
More Importantly, you are wasting TIME! Time with your family, friends, golfing, traveling, doing all the things you enjoy because you are recovering.
(* Estimated expenses)
![Page 30: Avoid Lower Back Or Neck Surgery](https://reader035.vdocument.in/reader035/viewer/2022062822/5880f8011a28abc3368b5aaf/html5/thumbnails/30.jpg)
Spine Surgeons Frequently Claim 95-98% SUCCESS Rate
Success Rates range from 25% to 50%. With a HIGH Risk of many complications:
Infection, Nerve Damage, Permanent Disability Coma, Paralyzation, Death Failed Back Surgery, Additional Surgery Pain Medication addiction, Depression
![Page 31: Avoid Lower Back Or Neck Surgery](https://reader035.vdocument.in/reader035/viewer/2022062822/5880f8011a28abc3368b5aaf/html5/thumbnails/31.jpg)
After reviewing all the options and statistics, one has room to believe that the current approach to treating BACK PAIN is ineffective and in fact leading to more pain, disease and death.
So what else can we do???
![Page 32: Avoid Lower Back Or Neck Surgery](https://reader035.vdocument.in/reader035/viewer/2022062822/5880f8011a28abc3368b5aaf/html5/thumbnails/32.jpg)
Our Alternative Approach is to Reduce or Eliminate
your Neck or Lower Back Pain WITHOUT the
Use of DRUGS or SURGERY!
![Page 33: Avoid Lower Back Or Neck Surgery](https://reader035.vdocument.in/reader035/viewer/2022062822/5880f8011a28abc3368b5aaf/html5/thumbnails/33.jpg)
A 5 STEP “SPINE” APPROACH TO HEALING
AND RESTORING FUNCTION TO THE DISCS: The TDC 5 step Method:
Step 1: Spinal Decompression Step 2: Physiotherapy: Laser, EMS etc. Step 3: Intersegmental Mobilization Step 4: Nutritional Wellness Step 5: Exercise Rehabilitation
![Page 34: Avoid Lower Back Or Neck Surgery](https://reader035.vdocument.in/reader035/viewer/2022062822/5880f8011a28abc3368b5aaf/html5/thumbnails/34.jpg)
STEP 1: SPINAL DECOMPRESSION What is Spinal Decompression:
Was Developed by Dr. Allen Dyer, M.D..Health Minister in CanadaDr. Dyer also developed the Defibulator
Dr. Norman Sheely, MD developed the protocol for Spinal Decompression Grandfather of the TENS unit
Spinal Decompression is Spinal Distraction Without Muscular Contraction.
![Page 35: Avoid Lower Back Or Neck Surgery](https://reader035.vdocument.in/reader035/viewer/2022062822/5880f8011a28abc3368b5aaf/html5/thumbnails/35.jpg)
Specialized Decompression Tables Can target 1 specific disc at a time Senses muscle contraction 4000 times per
second resulting in less muscle spasm and guarding
Creates a negative pressure within the disc which causes a vacuum effect to suck in water, oxygen, nutrient and disc material back into the disc
Allows the disc to heal from the inside out
![Page 36: Avoid Lower Back Or Neck Surgery](https://reader035.vdocument.in/reader035/viewer/2022062822/5880f8011a28abc3368b5aaf/html5/thumbnails/36.jpg)
Decompression of the spinal discs produces a Negative Pressure
In a Study Published by The Journal of Neurosurgery, Researchers Placed a Pressure-Sensor in a Disc While undergoing Decompression and Found that the Disc Pressure Dropped to
-160 mm Hg
![Page 37: Avoid Lower Back Or Neck Surgery](https://reader035.vdocument.in/reader035/viewer/2022062822/5880f8011a28abc3368b5aaf/html5/thumbnails/37.jpg)
800 mmHG – Bent over picking up heavy box/item 300 mmHG – squatting pick up heavy box
100 mmHG – Standing straight up
75 mmHG – Lying face up on the surface
40 mmHG – Lying face down on table
-160 mmHG!!! – SPINAL DECOMPRESSION Provides NEGATIVE Pressure on the disc
![Page 38: Avoid Lower Back Or Neck Surgery](https://reader035.vdocument.in/reader035/viewer/2022062822/5880f8011a28abc3368b5aaf/html5/thumbnails/38.jpg)
Fix Pump
Circulation
Heal/Repair
•WATER•OXYGEN•NUTRIENTS
![Page 39: Avoid Lower Back Or Neck Surgery](https://reader035.vdocument.in/reader035/viewer/2022062822/5880f8011a28abc3368b5aaf/html5/thumbnails/39.jpg)
Spinal Decompression can make a physical change to the disc and a true change in your condition
Re-hydrates the disc and increases disc height Reduces disc herniation size Takes pressure off compressed spinal nerves Re-creates the Pumping Mechanism of the disc
Less Pain – Increased Motion & Function
A Better Quality of Life
![Page 40: Avoid Lower Back Or Neck Surgery](https://reader035.vdocument.in/reader035/viewer/2022062822/5880f8011a28abc3368b5aaf/html5/thumbnails/40.jpg)
So safe that Mom goes on it!
![Page 41: Avoid Lower Back Or Neck Surgery](https://reader035.vdocument.in/reader035/viewer/2022062822/5880f8011a28abc3368b5aaf/html5/thumbnails/41.jpg)
How long does treatment take: On decompression table for 25-30 minutes 20-25 visits 6-8 weeks Total treatment in office anywhere from 60-90
minutes. Most patients see results within 2-4 weeks.
![Page 42: Avoid Lower Back Or Neck Surgery](https://reader035.vdocument.in/reader035/viewer/2022062822/5880f8011a28abc3368b5aaf/html5/thumbnails/42.jpg)
Step 2: Physiotherpy Electric Muscle Stimulation
Generates Blood flow to the area to begin a healing process
Reduces muscle tightness and spasm Cold Laser Therapy (MR4 Laser)
Increases energy within the cell Speeds up tissue healing Reduces pain and inflammation
Step 3: Intersegmental Mobilization Restores proper movement and alignment
to the spine to allow for proper biomechanical function to all joints.
![Page 43: Avoid Lower Back Or Neck Surgery](https://reader035.vdocument.in/reader035/viewer/2022062822/5880f8011a28abc3368b5aaf/html5/thumbnails/43.jpg)
Step 4: Nutritional Wellness Supplementation with specific products
we believe to help accelerate your healing Omega 3’s, Vitamin B6, Spine Revitalizer,
Curaphen Removing Inflammatory foods from your
diet
Step 5: Exercise Rehabilitation Power Plate Rehab (Accelerated Training)
30 muscle contractions per second Program exercises designed specifically for you Strengthen and stabilize the back/neck to support structural changes.
![Page 44: Avoid Lower Back Or Neck Surgery](https://reader035.vdocument.in/reader035/viewer/2022062822/5880f8011a28abc3368b5aaf/html5/thumbnails/44.jpg)
Physical therapy – No
Chiropractic – No Exercise – No Drugs – No Acupuncture – No
Massage – No Surgery – Yes
Weakens the Disc Invasive & Risky Low Success Rates
NON SURGICAL SPINAL DECOMPRESSION…YES!!!!
![Page 45: Avoid Lower Back Or Neck Surgery](https://reader035.vdocument.in/reader035/viewer/2022062822/5880f8011a28abc3368b5aaf/html5/thumbnails/45.jpg)
What conditions will our TDC METHOD and Spinal Decompression Successfully Treat:
Herniated DiscsBulging DiscsDegenerative Disc DiseaseSpinal StenosisFacet SyndromeSciaticaBrachial NeuritisChronic Neck and Back Pain
![Page 46: Avoid Lower Back Or Neck Surgery](https://reader035.vdocument.in/reader035/viewer/2022062822/5880f8011a28abc3368b5aaf/html5/thumbnails/46.jpg)
PRE POST
![Page 47: Avoid Lower Back Or Neck Surgery](https://reader035.vdocument.in/reader035/viewer/2022062822/5880f8011a28abc3368b5aaf/html5/thumbnails/47.jpg)
219 Patients with Herniated and Degenerated Discs
86% Showed Improvement Only 2% relapsed within 90 Days
![Page 48: Avoid Lower Back Or Neck Surgery](https://reader035.vdocument.in/reader035/viewer/2022062822/5880f8011a28abc3368b5aaf/html5/thumbnails/48.jpg)
PRESENTED AT : American Academy of Pain Management AAPM 18th Annual Clinical Meeting
Prior to Treatment: Average pain score was 6.4 out of 10 Pain for more than 6 months 20 Treatments were given over 6 weeksSept 27-30, 2007 | Las Vegas, Nevada and New York State Society of Anesthesiologists -
61st Post Graduate Assembly in Anesthesiology December 7-11, 2007 | New York, NY
![Page 49: Avoid Lower Back Or Neck Surgery](https://reader035.vdocument.in/reader035/viewer/2022062822/5880f8011a28abc3368b5aaf/html5/thumbnails/49.jpg)
Significant pain relief in 88.9% of patients Average pain decreased from 6.4 to .8
Out of 10 Required fewer analgesics after treatment No Safety Issues No Adverse Effects
![Page 50: Avoid Lower Back Or Neck Surgery](https://reader035.vdocument.in/reader035/viewer/2022062822/5880f8011a28abc3368b5aaf/html5/thumbnails/50.jpg)
91% resumed Normal, Daily Activities Over 80% showed 50% or Better Pain
Reduction at the End of the 4 Year study. Greater than 50% Still Had a Pain Level of Zero!
The Anesthesiology News (2003)
![Page 51: Avoid Lower Back Or Neck Surgery](https://reader035.vdocument.in/reader035/viewer/2022062822/5880f8011a28abc3368b5aaf/html5/thumbnails/51.jpg)
Comprehensive Consultation & Examination
Thorough Orthopedic and Neurologic testing
Radiographs (X-rays) MRI (If necessary)
Report of Findings
![Page 52: Avoid Lower Back Or Neck Surgery](https://reader035.vdocument.in/reader035/viewer/2022062822/5880f8011a28abc3368b5aaf/html5/thumbnails/52.jpg)
YES!Because it is our mission and purpose
to help as many people as we can, we have a special offer for you:
IS SPINAL DECOMPRESSION & TDC TREATMENT
MY BEST OPTION????
![Page 53: Avoid Lower Back Or Neck Surgery](https://reader035.vdocument.in/reader035/viewer/2022062822/5880f8011a28abc3368b5aaf/html5/thumbnails/53.jpg)
FREE Consultation and Examination
with Dr. Kaplan AND Complimentary X-rays if
necessary.
Pick up an information packet before leaving
Offer expires 11/30/2015
SPECIAL SEMINAR OFFER!!!