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Q.	What is Vax-D Spinal Decompression and how does it work?
A.	Vax-D Spinal Decompression is a patented medical technology that gently stretches the spine and decompresses discs. Pressures in the lower lumber spine can be as high as +180 mm of mercury during many common daily activities. Vax-D Spinal Decompression Treatment is able to reduce the pressure in the lumbar spine down to levels of –180 mm of mercury, allowing fluids and nutrients to re-enter the disc; reducing swelling and relieving the pressure on pinched nerves. In short, Vax-D Spinal Decompression breaks the cycle of pain caused by bulging and degenerated discs and helps the body heal itself. Patients are treated fully clothed and are fitted with a harness that fits around their pelvis as they lie face down on a motorized table. A Certified Vax-D Spinal Decompression technician operates the table from a computerized console. Each treatment takes about 45 minutes. Most patients find Vax-D Spinal Decompression to be comfortable and relief of pain can usually be noticed in the first few sessions.

Q.	What are the benefits of Vax-D?
A.	The benefits of Vax-D Treatment have been the subject of published clinical studies. The following benefits have been achieved in the majority of patients: Relief of acute or chronic (long term) low back pain and / or associated leg pain or numbness, generally within 1 month. Successful in over 70% of patients Non-invasive and safe No patient hospitalization Can eliminate the need for costly surgery Can provide long-term relief when other methods often fail Vax-D treatments are painless Patients undergoing back surgery will be out of work 4 to 6 weeks, but many Vax-D patients return to work before their treatment has ended. Patients do not feel debilitated after a treatment, most say that they feel great Vax-D has helped thousands of people live free from low back pain

Q.	What conditions can be helped by VAX-D?
A.	Vax-D provides relief for patients suffering from low back pain and leg pain / numbness. Conditions include: Low back pain, unilateral or bilateral Herniated discs Degenerative disc disease Sciatica Bulging discs Facet Syndrome (Posterior Facet Arthritis) Patients who have had previous back surgery (Failed Back Syndrome) may be candidates for Vax-D Therapy

Q.	What conditions can NOT be helped by VAX-D?
A.	Current plain x-rays are required to rule out contraindications. Spinal tumors Vertebral Fractures Spondylolisthesis Osteoporosis Severe medical conditions Significant shoulder injury Pregnancy Ankylosing spondylitis Spinal Fusion with retained hardware Spinal infections

Q.	What does VAX-D treatment involve?
A.	Vax-D Treatment consists a series of 30 - 45 minutes sessions on the Vax-D Therapeutic Table. Patients are placed into a harness that focuses the pressure on the lumbar portion of the back. This pressure is strong but painless. While they lie on the 2-part table, it slowly separates for 1 minute. In the next minute, the table parts come together, reducing pressure and allowing a rest phase. These alternating cycles of decompression and relaxation continue for the duration of the session. Patients find Vax-D Therapy to be both comfortable and relaxing. All treatments are administered with patients fully clothed however; 2-piece clothing that separates at the waist and can be loosened at the wrists is most comfortable.

Q.	Is there a risk of injury to the patient?
A.	Absolutely not. Comprehensive clinical studies have shown the treatment to be extremely safe and effective.

Q.	How Does Vax-D Differ From Traction?
A.	Traction operates on a similar principle to Vax-D but is not nearly as effective. Traction is also used to stretch the lumbar spine and reduce the pressure on the back, but it cannot get to the root of the problem and in some cases it can cause muscle spasms to occur that actually worsen the pain. Vax-D’s patented Program Controls allow pressure to be applied at precise timings that do not interfere with the body’s normal stretch reflex and actually helps the back heal itself naturally. Also, traction cannot achieve the extremely low level of pressure that is created inside the disc during a Vax-D treatment. It is this low pressure that is instrumental in eliminating pain and facilitating the healing process.

Q.	How Many Vax-D Treatments Does a Patient Need?
A.	Patients with low back pain are first examined and then evaluated by our physician to determine if they are a candidate for Vax-D Treatment. (This includes a review of Medical Histories, X-rays and CT/MRI scans.) If so, then an individual treatment plan (usually consisting of 20 sessions) is developed to meet the patient’s specific needs. Each session is carefully monitored and reviewed in order to maximize the potential benefits. Most people feel great relief after the first session and experience a gradual reduction in symptoms as treatment progresses.

Q.	Does A Patient Require Follow-Up Therapy?
A.	Experience has shown that the majority of patients who recover on Vax-D Therapy generally remain in remission and do not require additional treatment. However, some individuals who live and / or work with high risk factors may require a periodic maintenance program.

Q.	Will Vax-D Spinal Decompression help a slipped disc?
A.	A bulging or "herniated" disc is sometimes incorrectly referred to as a "slipped" disc. Vax-D Spinal Decompression succeeds at treating bulging or herniated discs over 70% of the time.

Q.	If I’ve had back surgery, can I still have Spinal Decompression?
A.	Having back surgery does not prevent you from having Vax-D Spinal Decompression unless you have fixed surgical hardware used to fuse the spine. In fact, clinical studies show that Vax-D Spinal Decompression provides relief for patients who have had one or more back surgeries.

Q.	If I go on Vax-D Spinal Decompression, how many treatments will I need, and how quickly can I expect to get better?
A.	The number of treatment sessions required depends upon the diagnosis and the overall severity of your condition. One treatment session is about 45 minutes long. The total number of treatments averages between 15 and 20 sessions. Some difficult cases may require some additional sessions. Relief from pain varies with each individual and their physiology. However, most patients will experience some pain relief within the first few treatments.

Q.	Is Vax-D Spinal Decompression better than surgery?
A.	In most cases, Vax-D Spinal Decompression is better than surgery. This is due to the fact that surgery physically alters the spine by removing all or part of the problematic disc. Although this can reduce the pressure on the nerve, and relieve the back pain, the surgery tends to place more stress on the healthy discs above and below. Complications from surgery can be severe and may result in debilitating conditions. Clinical Studies show that Vax-D Spinal Decompression is successful in about 7 out of 10 cases.

Q.	Are there any reasons that I can’t go on Vax-D Spinal Decompression?
A.	There are a few individuals that cannot take advantage of this treatment. These people have conditions such as: Tumors Fractures Advanced Osteoporosis Pregnancy or Certain conditions (diseases) that compromise the structural integrity of the spine and discs. These conditions are present in only a small percentage of the population.

Q.	How much does Vax-D Spinal Decompression cost, and will my health insurance or Workers’ Compensation cover it?
A.	Vax-D Spinal Decompression Therapy is covered by most insurance policies, either in whole or in part. Generally, the cost of Vax-D Spinal Decompression is about 1/10th the cost of back surgery. Workers Compensation coverage varies by state.

Q.	If Vax-D Spinal Decompression works so well, how come I haven’t heard more about it?
A.	Vax-D Spinal Decompression is a relatively new medical procedure in the United States. The therapy has worked for thousands of patients, and over 3000 patients per day, worldwide, are now being treated. The awareness of Vax-D Spinal Decompression is growing every day, as physicians and healthcare providers learn about Vax-D Spinal Decompression and the phenomenal results it has achieved in numerous clinical studies. As a result, Vax-D Spinal Decompression is now becoming the standard of care for chronic low back pain.

Q.	How is Vax-D Spinal Decompression different from traction or the other treatment claiming to decompress the spine?
A.	Although traction devices can stretch the lower back, they have not demonstrated the ability to decompress the lumbar discs and spinal nerves. Traction tables have a small electric wench that attaches to the head of the table. A rope and pulley are then attached to either a cervical device or lumbar belts. Either static or intermittent traction modes can be chosen, but neither have been shown to reduce intradiscal pressure and decompress the discs and nerves. Frequently, Vax-D Spinal Decompression research is found on traction table websites.

Q.	Why should I consider Vax-D Spinal Decompression Therapy?
A.	Vax-D Spinal Decompression is the original patented, Non-Surgical Treatment for Low Back Pain and the only treatment that delivers Spinal Decompressions’ patented decompression curve, resulting in a success rate of over 70%. Vax-D Spinal Decompression Therapy has been proven safe and effective in numerous clinical studies. Over 3000 patients a day are being treated with Vax-D Spinal Decompression Therapy. Other so-called ‘decompression treatments’ simply do not have published clinical studies proving they can lower intradiscal pressure.

Vax-D Spinal Decompression Therapy is non-invasive and without the risks and complications associated with surgery, injections and anesthesia. Vax-D Spinal Decompression is painless and patients can remain at light duty work while taking treatment. Vax-D Spinal Decompression is also easy and convenient. Sessions last about 45 minutes a day, for 15 - 20 days. It’s that easy.