In automobile accidents, the steering wheel can be considered a “blunt instrument” that can create bodily injury.

The one thing in common for virtually every driver is that they are holding onto the steering wheel during an accident, leaving their hands and wrists exposed to injury.

It is well-documented in medical research that grades 2 and 3 have permanent sequelae, as the tissue will not heal, but wound repair with adhesions (internal scar tissue), leaving the joint unstable for a lifetime.

Current research reveals that all 3 grades of strain leave the ligement with permanent bodily damage. Tozer and Duprez (2005) reported “that no treatment currently exists to restore an injured tendon or ligament to its normal condition” (p. 231).

The goal at DCOA is to contain and control Degenerative Disc Disease. Results vary patient to patient based on age, lifestyle, genetics, etc. Spinal Decompression treatment is designed to bring relief so as not to necessitate ongoing therapy. However once the event of decompression is obtained a retention program or maintenance schedule is recommended. It is our recommendation that doctors/patients integrate an active and passive exercise component in addition to a home care protocol designed to teach the patient to strengthen their back.

Disc Centers of America, works with disc cases all over the world. Only DCOA doctors are certified to utilize TDC Therapy. DCOA doctors receive ongoing training, research and are acknowledged by the International Medical Advisory Board on Non-Surgical Spinal Decompression and the International Disc Education Association.

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