DISC-covery^TM System in Canton

Decrease Your Pain and Recover Your Life

The DISC-covery^TM System, (A non-surgical Disc Recovery Program) at Powell Chiropractic Clinic, Inc. is uniquely designed as a safe and natural alternative to drugs and invasive surgery for individuals suffering from neck or back pain. This method has been designed, developed, and researched for the last several years in our clinic with hundreds of satisfied patients.

Providing Drug-Free Relief for Many Conditions

DISC-covery^TM offers advanced technologies that can provide relief to patients who suffer from disc-related conditions such as the following:

Bulging discs
Herniated or “slipped” discs
Disc prolapse
Degenerative disc disorders
Sciatica

Today, low back pain is one of the most significant health problems facing Americans, according to the National Institutes of Health. Over 80% of all adults will experience severe back pain sometime in their lives.

Since 2006, Powell Chiropractic Clinic, Inc. has provided this specialized program for relieving neck and back pain and related conditions—without drugs or surgery. Powell doctors consult individual patients and determine their program of care on a mild, moderate, or severe protocol.

Chiropractic care, along with therapy and exercise, will help most patients with less complicated spinal problems. For patients who have not responded to conventional care and are not ready for surgery, DISC-covery^TM may be the answer.

What’s Involved?

Each patient must first qualify for this unique program through an examination and the appropriate spinal imaging. Patients without severe complications have a success rate that is nearly 90%.

DISC-covery^TM is another example of 21st-century technology available to patients seeking natural health care in our office.

Those interested in the DISC-covery^TM system for DISC relief prior to a consultation are asked to fill out the DISC-covery^TM questionnaire.

If reviewed by a Doctor and a consult/exam is requested the following generally takes place:

Diagnostic images are reviewed (X-ray, CT, MRI)
A comprehensive orthoneurological and Chiropractic evaluation is performed to identify any evidence of nerve damage and any complicating factors. A diagnosis will be based on the patient’s symptoms, disability, length of time suffering, age, and general health.
If accepted for care, the treatment protocols follow a program of care based on the degree of the patient’s disorder and condition: Mild, Moderate, or Severe. The care plan including frequency and length of time will be explained as well as cost at the follow-up Report of Findings visit.
Each protocol is designed to provide relief as soon as possible, improve spinal function, with pre and post testing, and strengthen areas of weakness to insure maximum recovery.

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DISC-covery^TM Methods of Care in Canton

Step 1: Chiropractic

The unique methods of the DISC-covery^TM program developed by Powell Chiropractic Clinic, Inc. combine the most effective, non-surgical ways of providing disc treatment, including chiropractic adjustments to the specific vertebrae involved with the disc disorder.

The adjustment initially reduces the disc pressure and can improve nerve flow to relieve pain: the goal is to achieve relief of symptoms as soon as possible. The vertebrae above and below the disc, if fixated or subluxated (out of alignment or not moving properly) prevents the disc from fluid nourishment causing dehydration and degeneration. The pressure is prolonged with a swollen or bulging disc, and the adjustment may help to return the disc to its normal position and height. Combining the adjustment and flexibility therapy starts the healing process by reducing ligament and muscle tension that is creating pressure in that area of the spine.

Step 2: Flexibility

We create more flexibility in the spine and intervertebral joints through flexibility therapy. This process gently stretches the spinal muscles and ligaments while providing percussion therapy to each vertebrae involved. Often, this alone provides incredible relief.

Combining the adjustment and flexibility therapy will start the healing process by reducing ligament and muscle tension that is creating pressure in that area of the spine.

Step 3: Spinal Decompression

Next we use computerized DRX9000 spinal disc decompression therapy to the problematic vertebral joint/disc. Using specific intermittent traction, the soft tissue (muscles and ligaments) around the involved area can relax, allowing the disc space to open and re-hydrate the disc material, promoting healing. Following disc decompression by therapeutic electric muscle stimulation assists in decreasing muscle tension and spasms for more complete recovery and relief.

Step 4: Rehab

When pain/symptoms have decreased and progress has been established, specific functional spinal rehabilitative care including stretching and exercises begins. With the advanced technology of our MedX equipment, we can assess the strength of spinal stabilizing muscles and create a unique exercise program focused on increasing strength and improving ROM. Spinal rehabilitation re-establishes proper muscle activation and function which is a key component to complete recovery.

Step 5: Nutrition

Providing the body with the proper nutrients to accelerate healing is also an essential part of the Disc-Covery^TM System. If the spinal problem is acute (recent) or chronic (long standing) supporting the tissues with the correct vitamins and minerals assist in reducing inflammation and tissue regeneration.

The combination of the 5 step system has brought results we have never experienced before. If you are suffering with a painful disc disorder, consider DISC-covery^TM.

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DISC-covery^TM System in Canton

Decrease Your Pain and Recover Your Life

Providing Drug-Free Relief for Many Conditions

What’s Involved?