Tell a Friend: They Don’t have to Suffer Back Pain Any Longer

Posted on February 20, 2012 by admin

If you don’t suffer from low back pain yourself, you probably know someone who does. Eight out of ten people develop back pain at some point in their lives. Here’s what you need to tell them: You don’t have to just live with the pain…there is a solution.

Tell them that Dr. Davis right here in Central Florida has successfully treated hundreds of people with low back pain without surgery using the DRS Protocol™. Then, show them Dr. Davis’ website that explains how DRS works, and encourage them to call.

Just one more thing to tell them: Not everyone is a candidate for the DRS Protocol. Only an examination by Dr. Davis can determine that. But if you or your friend suffers from herniated disc, degenerative disc disease, sciatic pain, or failed back surgery, there is a good chance the DRS Protocol™ will bring relief without surgery and without drugs.

Don’t let your friend or loved one suffer any more…call (352) 430-2121 today.

Consumers Vote for Chiropractic

Posted on February 15, 2012 by admin

If you asked 45,000 Americans what the most effective treatment for back pain is, the majority of them would say chiropractic. One of the interesting results of a survey conducted by Consumer Reports last year. You can see more of that survey here. Learn more about the DRS Protocol for back and neck pain here.

The Link between Being Overweight and Degenerative Disc Disease

Posted on February 1, 2012 by admin

We should all give thanks for the DRS Protocol™ because it is effective for relieving chronic pain in people who have degenerative disc disease. If you’d like to avoid having this condition in the first place, you might want to shed a few extra pounds. According to a recent study in the journal, Arthirtis & Rheumatism, overweight people are more likely to have degenerative disc disease than normal weight people.

Researchers aren’t sure why overweight or obese people develop disc problems at a higher rate than normal weight people, but this study of over 2,500 Chinese men and women showed strong evidence this is true. They think those extra pounds cause more stress on the discs, or that overweight people often are less active.

Either way, a good weight loss diet now might keep you from suffering back pain later in life. If you do have chronic low back pain cause by degenerative discs, failed back surgery, or any other reason, give the Davis Clinic a call right now. Learn more about the DRS Protocol at our website.

If you would like to learn more about this study, click here

What Does DRS Stand For?

Posted on January 26, 2012 by admin

If you’ve spent some time on our website learning about the DRS Protocol™ and the way it works to reduce your lower back pain or neck pain without surgery, you might be wondering what the letters DRS stand for?

Decompression, Reduction, and Stabilization.

DRS™ applies an “axial” or distractive force to the injured disc levels. In other words, DRS™ reduces pressure inside the disc, reducing painful herniation and the pain from other disc related degenerative conditions.

But this isn’t the whole story. Dr. Jason Davis, and the entire staff at the Davis Spine Institute practice “Patient Centered Healthcare.” Every back problem is unique, and so is every treatment. We will build a custom treatment program just for you, and you will be an active participant in your care, not an observer.

You may be a candidate for the DRS Protocol™. Click here to take our self test. Remember, You don’t have to live with the pain.

Exercise and Low Back Pain…Use Caution

Posted on January 23, 2012 by admin

There have been a lot of articles lately about how exercise and programs like Yoga might help reduce lower back pain. Exercise, in fact, is part of the DRS Protocol ™. Activity and exercise do help keep your back healthy and can reduce minor pain. Here, at the Davis Spine Institute, we just have two areas of worry.

First, the right exercise can help, but the wrong can do a lot of damage. If you have minor low back pain, and want to see if exercise will help, come see us before you start. We can check the condition of your spine and discs, and recommend exercise that will help you, and not just make things worse.

Second, it might be too late. Your condition may be so serious, you need professional care, such as our DRS Protocol ™ which has helped thousands of people all over the country relieve their back pain without surgery.

Knowing what to do and what not to do is critical. Investing a few minutes talking with us about your exercise program before you start could save you a lifetime of pain.

Tell us. Are you planning an exercise program this year to reduce or prevent back pain?

Stand Up to Fight Back Pain

Posted on January 5, 2012 by admin

While we keep working on ways to alleviate back pain once you have it, we need you to do things that keep your back healthy to begin with.

To start with, keep moving. You put more stress on your back when you sit than when you stand. Extra stress from sitting, especially combined with poor posture typical when you use a computer, can lead to disc problems.

OK then, what should you do? Stretching exercise is great. Walking puts your spine into a neutral strain position. When you sit, have some support, such as a lumbar cushion, and practice good posture.

So, why are you still sitting there reading this? Get moving, and avoid back problems before they develop.

Resolve this Year to End your Back Pain

Posted on December 27, 2011 by admin

If you, a loved one, or a co-worker are suffering from chronic back or neck pain, you just need to make one simple New Year’s resolution this year: Go see Dr.Jason Davis at the Davis Clinic of Chiropractic.

The only way Dr. Davis can determine if you are a candidate for the DRS Protocol is for you to make an appointment for an examination. If you are, you may remember 2012 as the year you finally stopped suffering from degenerative disk disease or failed back surgery, and began to take back your life.

Dr. Davis is always busy at this time of year, so call today for your appointment. Call (352) 430-2121, or click here to fill out a form and have the office contact you.

All of us here at Davis Clinic of Chiropractic wish you a joyful, prosperous, and pain free 2012.

Could your pillows be a problem?

Posted on December 14, 2011 by admin

Your sleeping style can help you determine what type of pillow to choose and how to sleep with it. Below are some recommendations for you.

Note: The ideal pillow is one that is medium firm and not too thick. This will allow the pillow to keep your head and neck in line, just as if you were standing up.

Back Sleeper recommendations: Memory Foam- Molds to the neck’s curve
Water Pillow- Constant support

Side Sleepers: Medium firm pillow that supports the space under the neck when lying down. Side sleepers may also benefit from sleeping with a pillow between the knees. This helps improve spinal alignment.

Stomach Sleepers: This sleeping style isn’t recommended at all because of the stress it puts on the lower back. Sleep with a giant body pillow in front to mimic the feeling of other sleeping positions.

Remember to replace your pillow every 4-5 years. If you don’t these recommendations may not help you at all because your pillow is inadequate.

You’re not the only Florida Resident with Back Pain

Posted on December 7, 2011 by admin

Veterinarians and animal experts at nearby SeaWorld in Orlando have discovered what could be a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. They have rescued a beached whale, nick-named “300,” who has developed scoliosis, also known as curvature of the spine, keeping the animal from swimming naturally.

The whale along with a few others had become beached in the Florida Keys back in May. SeaWorld Orlando came to the rescue and transported them back to their facilities.

Three times a day animal experts and veterinarians give the whale hands-on therapy. The team tries to stretch her muscles and move her tail up and down hoping to help with the re-alignment of her spine. The team is also creating a custom brace that will help correct the misalignment as well. For a visual of this watch the video below. For help eliminating your back pain problems, visit our home page.

Computers can be Hard on our Backs

Posted on November 11, 2011 by admin

Research published by the British Chiropractic Association revealed that almost 25% of Britain’s complain of back pain, neck pain or shoulder pain because of items many people use on a daily basis.

Laptop computers are a major culprit. 27% of sufferers admitted to using a laptop for longer than two hours a day. With the use of gadgets such as laptops and smart phones on the rise, the number of back and neck pain sufferers will continue to rise, resulting in more time off work due to back and neck pain.

People are working longer hours and working harder than ever and it is taking a toll on our backs and wellbeing. Sitting in the same position for long periods of time is detrimental to your back and can build up tension.

Some tips to help alleviate or avoid back pain at work: Make sure the screen is the correct height, so you are not looking down Sit with the armrests of the chair just under the desk and be as close to the desk as possible. If you must read documents or papers as you type, get a document holder and place it as close to the computer monitor as possible, so as not to have to move your whole head to read. Remove yourself from the desk at regular intervals throughout the day. Even 10 to 15 minutes will help.

If leaving your workspace is not an option, simple stretches can help relieve built-up tension.

Do you have a favorite way of relieving stress and back pressure while at work? We’d love to hear your ideas.