Drx9000

[EchoBoomer]

I have a herniated disc (7mm, L4/L5) and am wondering if anyone has used the drx9000 in their recovery. I am not going to get surgery. I was in A LOT of pain during the first two weeks, not to mention i had moderate foot drop, but now I'm walking and running without pain or foot drop. I have been testing my left leg and it seems i'm recovering from my nerve damage.

I do not have full ROM/Mobility. I can do a full squat, but I can't front kick or side kick. I used to be able to throw decent head kicks and axe kicks, so I'm a little bummed out about this, but as long as I'm able to grapple and lift...I'll live.

I already ran a search and did a bit of research. I'm going to have my first treatment on tuesday. I'm just wondering if anyone has any personal experience. I ain't gonna lie...I'm scurred.

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BTW, it would also be really cool if you guys could post combat athletes who have recovered from a herniated disc and still compete.

 

[matt0331]

I have had similar issues for over 20 years. I have never tried the drx9000. When I looked it up last night it looks really expensive. What I have found that works best for me is a flexation distraction table and a good chiro. After that it is self decompression ie weighted dips and pull up, my new go to decompression device is to just hang in the ghr as if I was doing a back extension. Anyway let me know how it goes I am very interested in the out come.

 

[gotobread]

Decompression therapy has been over for at least seventy years, at this point, and there are still zero studies that show it's anything other than a colossal waste of money.

Suggested reading:

The Truth Behind Space Age Cure for Back Pain | LiveScience

Non-surgical spinal decompression therapy: does the scientific literature support efficacy claims made in the advertising media?

Summary of the second link, seeing as it's a lengthy read:

There is very limited evidence in the scientific literature to support the effectiveness of non-surgical spinal decompression therapy. This intervention has never been compared to exercise, spinal manipulation, standard medical care or other less expensive conservative treatment options which have an ample body of research demonstrating efficacy. Considering the cost-benefit relationship, many better researched and less expensive treatment options are available to the clinician.

 

[MAAddict**]

I have a herniated disc (7mm, L4/L5) and am wondering if anyone has used the drx9000 in their recovery. I am not going to get surgery. I was in A LOT of pain during the first two weeks, not to mention i had moderate foot drop, but now I'm walking and running without pain or foot drop. I have been testing my left leg and it seems i'm recovering from my nerve damage.

I do not have full ROM/Mobility. I can do a full squat, but I can't front kick or side kick. I used to be able to throw decent head kicks and axe kicks, so I'm a little bummed out about this, but as long as I'm able to grapple and lift...I'll live.

I already ran a search and did a bit of research. I'm going to have my first treatment on tuesday. I'm just wondering if anyone has any personal experience. I ain't gonna lie...I'm scurred.

:icon_sad:

BTW, it would also be really cool if you guys could post combat athletes who have recovered from a herniated disc and still compete.

Although I'm not a combat athlete or pro for that matter, I underwent surgery three weeks back for a herniated disc that started out as a minor pinched nerve but because I was inspired by the spirit of Cratos not fuck deloads and keep lifting, I ended up making things worse when I attempted my 1RM at 320 without a belt and came out of the gym in excruciating pain and a scan revealed I had a herniated lumbar disc and surgery was inevitable. The end result is a five to six week deload and having to start from scratch all over again. My suggestion to you would be to see a chiropractor and see if you can get spine readjustment, you don't want to end up in my shoes.

 

[EchoBoomer]

Decompression therapy has been over for at least seventy years, at this point, and there are still zero studies that show it's anything other than a colossal waste of money.

Suggested reading:

The Truth Behind Space Age Cure for Back Pain | LiveScience

Non-surgical spinal decompression therapy: does the scientific literature support efficacy claims made in the advertising media?

Summary of the second link, seeing as it's a lengthy read:

There is very limited evidence in the scientific literature to support the effectiveness of non-surgical spinal decompression therapy. This intervention has never been compared to exercise, spinal manipulation, standard medical care or other less expensive conservative treatment options which have an ample body of research demonstrating efficacy. Considering the cost-benefit relationship, many better researched and less expensive treatment options are available to the clinician.

Well it gets plenty of good reviews from patients and my insurance covers it, so i think i'll give it a try.

I have had similar issues for over 20 years. I have never tried the drx9000. When I looked it up last night it looks really expensive. What I have found that works best for me is a flexation distraction table and a good chiro. After that it is self decompression ie weighted dips and pull up, my new go to decompression device is to just hang in the ghr as if I was doing a back extension. Anyway let me know how it goes I am very interested in the out come.

Will do. Thanks for your time and I hope you feel better bro.

Although I'm not a combat athlete or pro for that matter, I underwent surgery three weeks back for a herniated disc that started out as a minor pinched nerve but because I was inspired by the spirit of Cratos not fuck deloads and keep lifting, I ended up making things worse when I attempted my 1RM at 320 without a belt and came out of the gym in excruciating pain and a scan revealed I had a herniated lumbar disc and surgery was inevitable. The end result is a five to six week deload and having to start from scratch all over again. My suggestion to you would be to see a chiropractor and see if you can get spine readjustment, you don't want to end up in my shoes.

I've never been injured lifting, I always emphasize mechanics and mobility. I had a low box squat of 435lbs and a 465lbs deadlift @ 190lbs before I got hurt (at a grappling competition), so hopefully I can heal up and set some new prs. I am too young to have reached my full potential. If louiee simmons can make a comeback so can I.



I thought this was pretty cool.

 

[gotobread]

That's amazing that your insurance covers it. If that's the case, it's hard to say don't try it as I believe the DRX is a safe machine. I think a number of VAX-D decompression systems have been recalled.

For the record, I've been suffering from back pain for about three years now, so I'm not just trying to stir up shit. I've got four herniations: one cervical, two thoracic (which is rare, I'm told) and one lumbar. For me, there isn't much that has been effective. I think most chiropractors are snakeoil salesmen.

Personally, I've gotten the most success from education, hydration, minor supplementation (I swear I'm not trying to rhyme) and a very specific, very safe strength and stretching routine. The only prescription medication I'm on is Tramadol. I haven't done BJJ in about a year, but I'm able to train muay Thai 2-3x a week without much trouble.

Good luck.

 

[matt0331]

It has been my experience you can recover. It just takes time don't rush getting back to the weights. I could have done some things different when I was younger. But now I just enjoy being able to lift and really enjoy it because I don't know how much longer I will be able to.

 

[jimglynn]

Epidural steroid injections have been EXTREMELY effective in my case. Also, make sure to keep a lumbar support pillow with you at all times when seated. They make a world of difference.

 

[EchoBoomer]

Thanks for your time guys, I appreciate the replies. I'm at the chiro's office now so hopefully it all goes well.