The standard medical approach to back pain varies depending on the severity of the condition. Muscle relaxers, painkillers, rest, and physical therapy such as traction, diathermy, ultrasound, hot packs, and cold packs are sometimes used. However, if the problem doesn’t improve or worsens, then surgery may be performed.
The medical approach is sometimes necessary, even back surgery has a place. But, according to some studies, most spinal surgery for acute lower back problems should be rarely performed. Many people who have had back surgery report a recurrence of their symptoms within a year or two of the operation and may return to the operating table. In some cases, the surgery makes no difference whatsoever. In other cases, it does bring long-term relief.
We take a different approach to the treatment and prevention of low back pain. After a thorough neurological examination I determine which part of the nervous system is not functioning properly. In many low back pain patients I may find a high mesencephalic output.
There are three parts to the brain stem: top, middle, and lower. The mesencephalon is the top part of the brain stem. A high output of the mesencephalon will cause an increased pulse and heart rate, inability to sleep or waking up from fitful sleep, urinary tract infection, increase warmth or sweating, and sensitivity to light.
Along with a high mesenphalic output, the low back pain patient may have a decreased output of the cerebellum. The cerebellum is in the back part of the brain, and it controls all of the involuntary spinal musculature.
No matter what the condition, it is imperative that the doctor performs a thorough and comprehensive exam to determine the exact nature of the patient’s condition.
If you would like to have more information on our Low Back Recovery Program or would like to schedule an appointment for a free consultation (up to $250 value) to see if you are a candidate for these breakthrough procedures, please call our office
Columbian Basin Spinal Rehab Inst.
1721 W. Kennewick Ave.
Kennewick, WA 99336
509 619-1367
