KISS principle for treating back pain

Back pain is a common ailment in our society. Millions of individuals develop back pain each year and the majority remain dis-satisfied with available treatments. There are many treatments for acute back pain and most do not work. The majority of health care workers believe that the latest treatments are always the best- so most individuals end up with prescriptions for fancy treatments and end up spending thousands of dollars- at the end of the day there is only one person that benefits from all this- the health care provider.

So are all these fancy novel therapies great? Can they really help decrease or prevent back pain?

Recently, a study from Australia provided some very interesting results. Australian investigators followed 240 adults who had developed acute back pain with or with radiation to the lower legs. All patients received advice and acetaminophen (Tylenol). In addition, other individuals were randomized to receive spinal manipulation or Non steroidal anti inflammatory drugs like diclofenac. In this blind study, some individuals also received mock (false) manipulations of the spine.

So what was the result?

Neither diclofenac nor spinal manipulations hastened recovery. Individuals who received both spinal manipulations and NSAIDS did not recover any quicker than those who received neither.

So what does the study tell us?

The study strongly suggests that health care pros should stop mucking around with the back with complicated hodge podge of therapies. Keep it simple, stupid (KISS). Bed rest and Tylenol are the best treatment in most cases of acute back pain. The less one “screws” around with the back, the better the results.

http://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/566980

Spine force for back pain- another gimmick? part 2

How many sessions are required?

Orthopedics surgeons now know how to make real money like the cosmetic surgeons. Nothing is ever cured in one session. So rest assured, you will never heal with one or two sessions. Most people get suckered into signing for 10-20 sessions

Do only individuals with back pain undergo spine force?

No, if you are healthy and are stupid, you can sign up to. The doctors say spine force is good for preventive health. Just brings in more money for the doctor.

What happens after the sessions?

Well nothing, you will still have back pain. You will still whine and cry about your back, except now, you will also be broke. The providers of this therapy claim that spine force can stabilize the back, align the joint, improve posture, and get rid of your pain (it does absolutely nothing!)

The vendors also claim that spine force has the ability to coordinate functions of lower back with rest of the body. By increasing muscle strength and posture, one can perform improve daily life activities and have minimal disability.

Are there any side effects from spine force?

None, unless you fall off the machine. One does not require a physician’s prescription to get spine force therapy sessions. This means the treatment is bogus

What is cost of spine force treatment?

The cost of spine force treatment varies. The average cost per session is about $ 30-$75. Most individuals require several sessions to get the maximum benefit. The treatments are not covered by Medicare or any private health insurance.

Final point

Consumers, please do understand, this forum is designed to help you get better care and save your hard-earned money. Spine force is simply rubbish. If you have back pain and are looking to enter an exercise program, go and see a decent bona fide physical therapist. While physical therapy may not be appealing, it provides the best result, is cheaper than these gimmicks, and is safe. Physical therapy does take time and commitment. However, you will definitely get rid of your pain. All spine force will do for you is prolong your agony, fail to improve your back and take away your money