You Don’t Need to Rely on Surgery Decompression Therapy
transferred from a standing position to a lying position on the comfortable bed, and the advanced computer system does the rest. Decompression therapy is completely painless — some patients even fall asleep while undergoing this treatment. The only sensation you may feel is a gentle pull and release as the machine works. Treatment time varies from person to person, but a typical session can be around 45 minutes and lasts 8–12 weeks with 20–30 sessions. Here at Ventura Spine & Nerve Center, we only accept cases we truly feel we can help with. If you’re experiencing chronic back or leg pain and want solutions, call our office today at (805) 648-7897 and ask how decompression therapy may work for you.
cushions between the vertebrae decrease and the discs are pushed closer together. This makes them rub against one another, which causes pain. Your pain might also be caused by a disc bulge or herniation. When this happens, the nerves in your spine are pinched, sending pain down the lower half of your body. Spinal decompression therapy allows nutrients back into your discs so your body can heal naturally. Through the use of a computer and special table, decompression therapy restores the spaces between the vertebrae and reduces the size of a disc bulge or herniation. The DRX9000 table pulls gently on your spine, which increases the space between the vertebrae and allows your intervertebral discs to expand. The process is quite simple. After being fitted with a system that supports your pelvis and shoulders, you are gently
If you suffer from chronic lower back pain or sciatica-induced leg pain, you’ve probably tried methods ranging from physical therapy to medication — and possibly even surgery — in an effort to find relief. But don’t despair just yet. Spinal decompression therapy may be the solution you’ve been looking for. Lower back pain and sciatica leg pain can be caused by the intervertebral discs in your spine. When these discs begin to deteriorate due to a lack of nutrients, the
TAKE A BREAK
CURRY ROASTED Cauliflower
INGREDIENTS
• 1 teaspoon turmeric • ½ teaspoon
• 1 head cauliflower, chopped into florets • 1 fennel bulb, fronds removed, thinly sliced • 3 tablespoons ghee, melted • 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast* • 1 tablespoon curry powder
garlic powder • ½ teaspoon coriander • ½ teaspoon salt • ½ teaspoon white pepper • Chopped parsley, to garnish 3. Place in the oven to bake for 35 minutes or until slightly browned. 4. Garnish with fresh chopped parsley on top! *Nutritional yeast is not required, but it gives the dish a cheesy flavor, so it is recommended.
DIRECTIONS
1. Preheat oven to 400 F. 2. Line a baking sheet with
parchment paper. In a bowl, add florets and fennel along with ghee and toss to coat. Then add the other ingredients and toss again.
Recipe inspired by PaleOMG.com.
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