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Frequently Asked Questions on the SpineTREX® Program

Q. What is the SpineTREX® program?
A. SpineTREX® is an effective spinal rehabilitation program for the low back or lumbar spine. The program consists of FDA approved non-surgical spinal decompression therapy focused on decompressing the discs to take the pressure off of the nerves. Nutrition, exercise and prevention education.

Q. What kind of conditions does the SpineTREX® program treat?
A. Degenerated discs, bulging discs, herniated or ruptured and protruding discs of the lumbar spine (low back) along with joint facet syndrome and sciatica.

Q. What kinds of conditions are contraindicated?
A. Contraindicated conditions are new fractures, tumors, and unstable spondylolisthesis with pars defects and post surgical conditions where metal implants (rods, cages and screws) have been used.

Q. Can I still be treated after surgery?
A. Yes, in most cases, as long as metal implants haven’t been used.

Q. How effective is the treatment?
A. Not everyone is a candidate for the
SpineTREX®  program. For those who qualify, better than 8 out of 10 are successful.

Q. What is the cost for treatment?
A. The cost will vary depending on the severity of your condition and what is needed to effectively treat your condition. The projected cost will be covered with you after the doctor has made the recommendations.

Q. Does insurance cover the cost?
A. Many insurance plans do cover the cost. We will verify your benefits when you come into our office and give you an idea of what you will need to pay out of pocket before any services are performed.

Q. If I don’t have insurance, are payment plans available?
A. Yes, in most cases, we can arrange payment plans for as little as $25 a week with a small down payment.

Q. How long does the treatment take?
A. Each treatment requires about 45 minutes in the office. The overall amount of time a person is under treatment is around 4-6 weeks.

Q. How often do I need treatment?
A. In most cases, it is best to undergo the treatment on a daily basis, 5 days a week.

Q. How long does the treatment last?
A. Depending on the degree of the disc degeneration, the effects of treatment can be permanent. In cases with severe disc degeneration (disc thinning), we may recommend  a maintenance program be followed.

Q. Can I continue to work while I’m under treatment?
A. The majority of patients can continue to work. If you have a physically stressful job and your condition is severe, it may be best to take you off work for the beginning of treatment.

Q. Has there been any research to demonstrate the effectiveness of treatment?
A. Yes, numerous research studies are available.  Please go to our "request a video" page and request research in the comments section or by phone.  Be sure to take advantage of our FREE Special Report when you sign up for our newsletters (below).  You'll receive a comprehensive report and ongoing updates with the most current information available.


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The Back Pain Institute of St Louis has helped THOUSANDS of people regain a healthy, active pain free lifestyle with the SpineTREX® Program.  Read what happened to a patient in our office......     

Callie Yates

“After a few weeks of treatment, I had NO PAIN!  I am back to my old self and able to do what I want.  I can do all kinds of other little things that I used to take for granted,” says Callie, recent patient of The Back Pain Institute.

She woke up with excruciating pain in her lower back.  “I’m calling in sick today,” she said to herself.  Since no one could cover for her, she got up and got ready for the day.  At work someone asked her if she could pass them a pen.  “Get it yourself,” she snapped back.  It’s hard to be nice when you’re in pain.  As a matter of fact, many individuals suffering from back pain, understandably, can be downright grouchy due to the nagging discomfort back pain can cause.  This was the case for Callie Yates, a 35-year-old hair stylist and recent patient of the Back Pain Institute.

“I’d been suffering with lower back and right hip and heel pain for two years,” says Callie.  “I tried massage therapy, chiropractic treatment and acupuncture – all of the non-invasive options I could find.  I really didn’t want to have surgery.  Then I heard about the SpineTREX treatment at the Back Pain Institute.  I scheduled a free consultation and met with one of their doctors.  I was really impressed.  He seemed to understand what I was going through.  I did some testing to find out the cause of my pain a protruding disc at L5-S1.”

The SpineTREX treatment uses a special table and harness that utilizes decompression therapy -- not surgery -- to heal herniated disks, sciatica, degenerative disc disease and posterior facet syndrome.  This is good news for the millions of individuals who want to avoid back surgery and start living life again without back pain.  “After a few weeks of treatment,” says Callie, “I had NO PAIN!  I could do almost all of my daily routines that I used to do before the pain overtook my life.  I am no longer grouchy because of the pain.  I am back to my old self and able to do what I want.  I can put my shoes and socks on without pain, take a nice hot bath after working on my feet all day and all kinds of other little things that I used to take for granted.”


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