What Is Spinal Decompression Therapy? A Beginner’s Guide
The phrase “spinal decompression” refers broadly to a set of nonsurgical and surgical treatments designed to relieve pressure on the neural components of the spine, explains holistic healthcare professional Sanul Corrielus, MD. The spinal column comprises a series of bones (vertebrae) that are strung together like beads on a lanyard with ligaments and…
Back and Neck Pain: A Burden to Overcome
The burden of neck and back pain in the United States can not only be measured in economic impact but also in individual and national cost, with nearly 100 million Americans reportedly suffering annually. Until now, there has not been a national patient advocacy nonprofit organization dedicated to educating Americans…
What is peripheral neuropathy?
Peripheral neuropathy results from damage to the nerves outside the spinal cord and the brain. It affects signalling between the hands and feet, for instance, and the rest of the body. It can cause pain, numbness, and tingling. Peripheral neuropathy is a general term that describes many conditions caused by…