Disc Centers of America doctors are some of the most highly trained doctors on natural remedies and relief.

Often DCOA doctors will recommend natural anti-inflammatory associated with any form of treatment. Omega-3 fatty acids, common in fish oils, provide a natural and safe anti-inflammatory.

The disc contains 87% water, DCOA doctors recommend that you drink 8, 8 ounce glasses of water daily.

The literature is explosive:

“Not only can omega-3s significantly reduce joint pain and shorten the duration of morning stiffness, but studies, such as those reported in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, show that increased levels of omega-3 fatty acids also have enabled people taking nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) to reduce their dosage or discontinue use.” —Arthritis Today

“At Sheffield University in England, Dr. Malcolm Peet gave omega-3 fatty acids to 70 depressed patients who had not been helped by drugs such as Prozac. After 12 weeks, 69 percent of the patients showed marked improvement…” —ABC News

A recent study from the Journal of Surgical Neurology reported some promising benefits on Omega-3 Fatty Acids from Fish Oil for Back Pain. The Survey from the Study reported the following:

• Over half had stopped taking any NSAIDs for pain (59%).
• 60% of patients noted an overall improvement in their pain and said their overall pain had improved.
• 60% of patients specifically reported less joint pain.
• 80% of patients stated that they were satisfied with their improvement.
• 88% of patients said they would keep taking fish oil supplements.

Omega-3 Fatty acids are recommended 3 times per day during treatment. Historically, 500 to 1000 mg with meals, Only on the advice and guidance with your treating physician.

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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