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Conditions effectively treated with DRX9000 Spinal Decompression:
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Excerpts from Management of Low Back Pain with DRX9000
Joseph V Pergolizzi Jr, Adjunct Assistant Professor,Department of Medicine, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Baltimore
Frank Florio, Director of Clinical Research, Axiom Worldwide, Tampa
William R Martin, Medical Director, Upper Valley Interventional Radiology, McAllen
Charlotte Richmond, Director of Clinical Research, NEMA Research, Inc., Miami Beach
Published in European Musculoskeletal Review
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Introduction
More recently, a variety of mechanised and motorised spinal decompression systems have been developed to address the pitfalls of the aforementioned therapies. The first of these was the Vertebral Axial Decompression (VAX-D) system (Vat-Tech, Inc.). Several other devices have since been developed, including the DRX9000™ (Axiom Worldwide, Tampa, Florida). The DRX9000 computerised non-surgical spinal decompression system was designed to provide maximum patient benefits with the use of a non-invasive approach that may help minimise healthcare resources and offer a potentially optimal therapeutic approach to the treatment of LBP.
The DRX9000 aims to relieve pain by enlarging intra-discal spaces, reducing herniation and decreasing intra-discal pressure during treatment. A retrospective chart audit of 94 patients provided preliminary data that chronic LBP may improve with DRX9000 spinal decompression. A prospective trial with 18 patients found that pain improved significantly after DRX9000 treatment, with patients requiring fewer analgaesics and experiencing better function. 7 Information continues to emerge on non-invasive spinal decompression. Christian C Apfel and colleagues at the University of California at San Francisco conducted a retrospective review of lumbar computed tomography (CT) scans of 16 patients with chronic musculoskeletal, mechanical or discogenic LBP who underwent a six-week course of non-invasive spinal decompression treatment using the DRX9000. Dr Apfel’s investigation showed a significant reduction in chronic LBP after non-invasive spinal decompression correlated with an increase in disc height. 8 The case report presented here explores the use of the DRX9000 non-surgical spinal decompression protocol for the management of chronic LBP.
Discussion
Spinal decompression systems such as the DRX9000 have become more prominent in clinical practice for the treatment of LBP. These systems were developed to provide a non-invasive intervention for the treatment of LBP of discogenic origin, with the goal of expanding the intervertebral space and reducing disc protrusion. As described by Richmond et al. in 2007, “the DRX9000 True Non-surgical Spinal Decompression System™ applies spinal distraction forces by using a sensitive computerised feedback mechanism to provide relief of LBP and symptoms associated with herniated discs, bulging or protruding inter-vertebral discs, degenerative disc disease, posterior facet syndrome and sciatica. The DRX9000 uses a split-table design to reduce friction between the patient and the device. The patient lays supine; a chest and shoulder support system controls the upper body and a knee rest is used to eliminate pelvic rotation. The apparatus has built-in air bladders, disc-angle-pull adjusters and harnesses and can increase the decompression force more slowly in the latter part of the therapy. The DRX9000 uses a motor pulley to deliver mechanised segmental distraction, which can be delivered in a static or an oscillatory fashion for a pre-selected duration. The location of lumbar spinal disease determines the best pull-angle settings.”
Since that review, two new studies have demonstrated the safety and efficacy of the DRX9000. The first study was retrospective and analysed the treatment of 94 patients. At presentation, patients reported a mean pain rating of 6.05 on a scale of 0 to 10; this decreased significantly to 0.89 at the end of treatment. Analgaesic use and physical function were also improved at the end of treatment. No adverse events were noted. The authors acknowledged that the clinical outcomes noted in the study necessitate further investigation.
The second study was a prospective, multicentre, non-randomised phase II pilot study to evaluate the effectiveness and safety of the DRX9000. Eighteen evaluable study participants underwent a protocol of 20 DRX9000 treatments over the course of six weeks, with five sessions per week in the first two weeks tapering to two sessions per week in the last two weeks.
Average daily LBP scores decreased from 6.4 to 3.1 after two weeks of treatment and continued to decrease to 0.8 at completion. This represents a >50% reduction in pain after two weeks of DRX9000 treatment. Sixteen patients (88.9%) reported better function as measured by activities of daily living. On a satisfaction scale of 0 to 10, patients gave the DRX9000 an average score of 8.1. Adjunctive pain medication use was decreased with treatment and no significant adverse events or safety issues were reported. Diagnostic imaging is currently being utilised to evaluate physical changes within the intervertebral disc after treatment with the DRX9000.
Preliminary data from a retrospective review of 16 patients with chronic musculoskeletal, mechanical or discogenic LBP who underwent a six-week course of non-invasive spinal decompression using the DRX9000 appeared to reveal a decrease in chronic LBP correlated with an increase in disc height. 8 A recently published case study of a 33 year-old male with persistent LBP also demonstrated the positive hydrating effect that the DRX9000 has on the intervertebral disc. Post-DRX9000 MRI measurements showed an increase in intradiscal signal on T2-weighted images at L2–3, L3–4, L4–5 and L5–S1.9
Conclusions
Evidence-based data that show the promising effects of DRX9000 on the safe and effective treatment of LBP continue to accumulate. This case report further builds on previous findings that have demonstrated improvements in disc morphology after treatment with the DRX9000. Patient A experienced pain relief, protrusion reduction and disc space enlargement with treatment. To further test the effect of DRX9000 on clinical and radiographic measures in patients with chronic LBP, additional prospective clinical studies are needed.
Important Facts About DRX9000 Spinal Decompression
DRX9000 Spinal Decompression is NOT traction. Traction is a consistent pull using a fixed amount of weight. DRX9000 Spinal Decompression is computer-controlled to vary the force of pull to maximize Disc Decompression.
DRX9000 Spinal Decompression is extremely safe. There have been no reports of patient injury or significant side effects since receiving FDA Approval in 2001.
DRX9000 Spinal Decompression is very effective. Recent studies have demonstrated success rates as high as 88.9% for patients matching an ideal diagnostic profile.
The DRX9000 Spinal Decompression Unit measures the treatment force thousands of times per second! This allows the Unit to increase or decrease the treatment pull within seconds to adjust to the needs of the patient. This technological advance is found ONLY in the DRX9000 Spinal Decompression Unit. Vax-D, Accu-Spina, SpineMED and DTS Traction tables DO NOT possess this capability!
Contact our office at (949) 857-1888 to arrange a consultation to determine if DRX9000 Spinal Decompression is right for you AND to determine your Insurance Coverage.
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More DRX9000 Research Studies...
Nonsurgical Spinal Decompression to Treat Chronic Low Back Pain - Anesthesiology News
Treatment of 94 Outpatients with Chronic Discogenic Low Back Pain with the DRX9000
Magnetic Resonance Imaging Findings after Treatment with DRX9000
Advances in Biotechnology Improve Clinical Outcomes for Spinal Decompression
Treatment of L5/S1 Extruded Disc Herniation with DRX9000
DRX9000 Spinal Decompression Testimonials:
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-- Eduardo P. – Long Beach, CA
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I had this problem for 30 years. After completing DRX9000 treatment I am completely pain-free with none of the previous symptoms. I can do any physical activity and have no discomfort whatsoever.
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Prior to DRX9000 Spinal Decompression treatment I could not walk! The pain in my lower back was very extreme and I could hardly take a step.
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Thank you so much for helping me to recover from this back problem. I really am starting to feel like myself again after almost 3 years of dealing with all of the pain and stress. I sure am glad I didn't opt for surgery.
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Before Spinal Decompression I suffered from 3 herniated discs and 2 degenerated discs...I have my life and lifestyle back because of the treatments.
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When I first came to your office I was experiencing constant lower back pain and was unable to do many of my daily activities. Now, after completing the Spinal Decompression Therapy, I feel like a new person! It is truly amazing!
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