The Observation Deck

I really hurt my lower back a few months ago, went to Lakewood Masotherapy to get it worked out, and the therapist recommended that I see a chiropractor.

The next day I went to my regular Dr., and he gave me some pills, but no treatment. It's been a couple of months now, and it's still killing me. There are a number of chiropractors in Lakewood. Does anybody have an endorsement for any particular one? Did they help your problem?

Any input welcome.

Thanks in advance.

Bill

Bill--- A friend of mine, a former Notre Dame football player, went to Ahrens (Nicholson and Detroit) and seemed to be satisfied.
Stan

Bill, that would be Dr. Ehrens. 221-9990 Suzanne

Stan/Suzanne:

Thanks for the info. I will check to see if He's on my insurance provider's list.

Any other suggestions for treatment of lower back injuries?

Thanks,

Bill

Bill Davis wrote:Any other suggestions for treatment of lower back injuries?

Thanks,

Bill

Bill

As you know I used to get a lot of back pain then a friend dropped off a book that changed my life. "Is back pain in your head?" by Dr. Sarno.

Short read, I think I have it in paperback in the office, will look today.



FWIW


Jim

William,

Some unsolicited advice since I've seen a lot of chiropractic work over the years in my radiology experience and have formed some well observed opinions.

Chiropractic medicine often uses manipulative therapy ie. traction and spine realignment techniques. This works for a certain segment of people, however , before you have anyone popping your spine you may want to get an MRI of the affected region to evaluate the discs and nerves. Note that some health insurances and facilities only accept such orders from medical doctors only.

If you have a bulging or herniated disc, you do not want manipulative therapy as that may cause the disc to fully herniate or fragment which will literally put you in a world of hurt.

Conservative therapy includes bedrest, steroidal and non-steroidal anti inflammatory therapy,physical therapy and exercise (Mackenzie protocols).

A few years ago I could barely walk after an injury and I personally took the conservative approach mentioned and had a nearly immediate 85% improvement with subsequent additional improvement over time.

I hate to bash chiropractors as there are a couple good ones out there but you should be sure that you don't have a disc problem first. If you have a disc issue, a good chiropractor will advise you to see a neurologist or neurosurgeon.

Good luck-I hope that you feel better.---Scott