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Understanding Disc Height Loss

Disc degeneration is a very normal part of aging. For many individuals, this may never present a problem in the form of pain or other issues, but for some people this degeneration can cause disc height loss and result in joint and bone inflammation, nerve impingement, and may cause anything from mild to severe pain.
To determine whether or not a patient’s pain is the result of disc degeneration, a variety of procedures will be followed. Doctors will do a careful physical examination to help determine the cause of the pain and will most likely take a medical history if they are not familiar with the patient’s past medical issues. Diagnostic tests will most likely be performed as well and perhaps even a discography, which can confirm the diagnosis.
After all of that occurs, recommendations for treatment can be made. These can include, of course, any number of non-surgical treatments including over-the-counter medications or muscle relaxants, hot or cold therapy, epidurals, physical therapy, or chiropractic adjustments. In some cases, surgical treatment may be required, perhaps a procedure such as a discectomy – the removal of the damaged disc.
All of this can be confusing to the patient. Whether he’s visiting a chiropractor, osteopath, or spine surgeon, he’ll want to understand the specifics of disc height loss and disc degeneration in general, and will wish to be educated as to how you – the medical professional – are going to solve his problem and relieve his pain.

Classic LxH – Lumbar Disc Model

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To do this, quality educational tools are essential and they need to consist of more than just a few color posters and a static model of the spine that does little to explain the way a spine moves and why pain occurs. Instead, a fully-dynamic 3D model with extensive detail should be the preferred tool for anyone who cares for spine patients. The best of these on the market, proclaim many spine experts, come from the hands of Dr. Jerome Fryer and Dynamic Disc Designs (ddd).
With these movable, detailed models, doctors can create those moments of enlightenment that prompt the patient to nod their head and say “I understand.” Models like the Professional LxH model can demonstrate disc height loss and help explain the particulars of disc degeneration. Furthermore, through the use of this and other Dynamic Disc Design models, the spine specialist can discuss and explain all procedure risks and benefits and can show the patient how he may eventually return to a healthy, pain-free lifestyle. This is exactly what the patient needs from you – the professional.
Dynamic Disc Designs has forged a reputation among a variety of spine specialists as the best on the market and as an investment well worth making.

“Over 12 years, I have bought multiple items. Spines, vertebrae models. However, the only one I use now is the ddd model. It is absolutely the best. I hand it to the patient and go over their problem. It brings a realism factor. The patient’s problem is now REAL. X-rays are good but are static. This model is the REAL deal. I literally couldn’t practice without it.”

- Tariq Arif, DC

SPINE MODELS: HELPING OVERCOME THE “FEAR FACTOR”

Why do people avoid doctors? Sometimes, of course, they’re worried about the cost. But more often than not, those who prefer not to step foot into a doctor’s office are usually making their decision based on fear. Fear of what, you might ask?

Well, as with many different kinds of situations, anxiety over visiting the doctor – whether for a routine appointment or because of a particular health issue – usually has a lot to do with the “fear of the unknown”. How many of us have been in a position where we’re worried about what the doctor will find when he examines us? Is it cancer? Heart disease? Chances are that we’ve all felt doctor-related fear at some time or another – even if we’re doctors ourselves. Anyone who is in pain for one reason or another worries about the root cause of that pain. It’s easy for patients to let their mind wander to the worst-case scenario, and in this age of Dr. Google, one must contend with patients who look up their symptoms online, only to discover that they no doubt have some rare condition that will result in their demise in just a few short years. All kidding aside, however, fear is a major hurdle for many patients to overcome, and one way to assist in tackling that fear is education. If a patient understands their body and what is occurring inside, they experience a sense of relief and can get on with the task of healing. After all, nothing impedes healing like anxiety, so getting rid of that anxiety is tantamount to kick starting the healing process.

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As chiropractors, we want our patients to feel comfortable about the “why” of their pain and we need them to understand that we can address it in a helpful way. So, by using educational tools such as spine models, we give them the gift of understanding. The use of a spine model to teach about the body is essential in making patients feel both comfortable with AND confident about their course of treatment. Of course, not all spine models are created equal. The static models on the market do little to really show the workings of the spine. Patients can view the various parts of the spine that might be causing their pain but can’t see how those parts move. With a model like the Professional LxH from Dynamic Disc Designs (ddd), patients are treated to an amazingly realistic design that truly demonstrates spinal motion and what can go wrong when things aren’t lined up correctly or are otherwise functioning improperly. With knowledge, fear disappears. Patients no longer worry about that dreaded disease they read about on Google. Even if their situation is serious and requires a good deal of treatment, if they understand the how and why, they feel a sense of relief knowing that they are doing all they can to progress towards healing. Read how a chiropractor using Dynamic Disc Design’s incredible models, designed by Dr. Jerome Fryer, describes how these spine models can make patients feel better about the whole premise of chiropractic.

“Dr. Jerome, whether you realize it or not (am sure you do!), your DDD models have helped connect the doctor and client in a way that was never attainable before,” proclaims Dr. Barry Kluner. “Compared to generic ‘static’ models, your ‘dynamic’ models help us explain the intricate details of each client’s condition in an easier to understand concept that can be catered or customized to each individual client’s needs, whether technical or basic,” he continues.

“Your models have re-established the vital importance of the doctor / client communication relationship, dramatically bridging the gap for both to have a common understanding of the condition, the process ahead, and the targeted outcomes towards health and wellness for life. Simply perfect.”

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