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1. e Gross osteoporosis e Cancers or tumors of the spine Surgical hardware e Pregnancy Recent disc surgery less than 6 months Patients under age 15 e Severe bony stenosis Infections of the spine Aortic aneurysm repair Inability to lie flat Acute trauma of the spine The Gravity of the Situation Why Spinal Stretch Works Spinal Stretch administers a therapeutic pulling force that can relieve lumbar pain and promote restorative disc healing When it comes to low back pain precious few people understand the gravity of the situation There are many causes of back pain but the most common one is none other than the Earth s gravity In fact every waking moment of your life gravity is compressing your spine particularly the sponge like tissues known as spinal discs The only time gravity relaxes its grip is when you sleep at night This approximate eight hour period gives your horizontal spine the time to unload and allows your thirsty discs to reclaim precious moisture that was squeezed out during a long day of standing and sitting After decades of waging this daily battle of dehydration rehydration gravity usually wins the war leaving your discs thin dry and brittle It also leaves your stature considerably shorter by the time you reach your golden years Disc dehydration can also lead to a wide range of painful ailments including sciatica Stenosis muscle spasms degenerative disc dis2. healthy spinal disc is like a wet sponge plump and filled with water Over a period of many years gravity can make them thin and dry effect of prolonged sitting can lead to dehydration and degeneration of the disc Recent information suggests that if the normal lumbar spine is not unloaded at least once a day cumulative and irreversible injury to the cell matnx takes place The pioneering research by Burton and Kirkaldy Willis provided the inspiration for Spinal Stretch which holds the promise of making preventive spine care as simple and commonplace as preventive dental care ie brushing your teeth In a society where over 30 of people currently suffer from back pain and over 80 will experience such pain in the future the potential significance of a device such as Spinal Stretch cannot be overestimated Thank you for trying Spinal Stretch May it long play an important role in your regimen for good spinal health RETURN POLICY Spinal Stretch offers a 45 day full money back guarantee less shipping amp handling Should you decide to return it please visit spinalstretch com returns for instructions Be sure to keep all original packing materials along with your proof of purchase LIMITED WARRANTY Spinal Stretch is guaranteed to be free of defects for one year from date of purchase Should a defect occur WelCom Relief Inc will repair or replace the device at no charge other than shipping amp handing This war
3. User Manual PINAL STRETCH Portable Back Pain Relief From the Inventor Thanks for trying Spinal Stretch the world s most cost effective and convenient way to stretch and decompress your lumbar region low back The idea for Spinal Stretch was born after spending more than a decade studying the works of the world s greatest Spine researchers Among these brilliant minds was Neurosurgeon of the Year Charles Burton MD For nearly 30 years Dr David Starr DC whose research showed that frequent has been treating back pain sufferers stretching of the low back decompression at his BEach Cities Spine CENTER in i Redondo Beach California with a continuous pull of at least 25 of an one s body weight had many beneficial effects including e Substantial pain relief Kept 70 of surgical candidates from needing surgery Has the potential to regenerate the lumbar discs Provides a patient satisfaction rate of 80 The only problem was no one had been able to design a decompression device that followed Dr Burton s protocols yet was portable easy to use and most of all affordable It was a challenge couldn t resist and after several years of tinkering the Spinal Stretch emerged Hundreds of my own patients have benefitted from Spinal Stretch through the years and I m hopeful it can provide relief for you as well I d like to express my gratitude to Dr Burton and also to the
4. ease pinched nerve roots herniated disc facet syndrome vertebrae jamming and more In many cases the cause of the pain is difficult to diagnose the sufferer just knows that their back hurts Spinal Stretch uses a unique therapeutic technique known as spinal decompression to counteract gravity increase the space between the vertebrae and bring relief to the lumbar region Among the first researchers to recognize the beneficial effects The Gravity of the Situation Why Spinal Stretch Works of spinal decompression was Charles Burton MD a renowned spine surgeon and the former Chairman of the U S Food amp Drug Administration FDA Advisory Panel on Neurological Devices On his respected website burtonreport com Dr Burton writes Intermittently decompressing the spine increases the flow of water and nutrients into the discs reverses the degenerative process and begins to reverse disc protrusion and progressive scoliosis Spinal Stretch provides a pulling force equal to that recommended by Dr Burton And the optional chest belt can increase the pull by an additional 20 which many users feel enhances their therapeutic benefits The late William Kirkaldy Willis MD editor of the landmark textbook Managing Low Back Pain is credited with discovering the Degenerative Cascade which offered the first comprehensive explanation of how the lumbar spine breaks down Dr Kirkaldy Willis wrote The cumulative A
5. late William Kirkaldy Willis M D whose pioneering research into the root cause and treatment of back pain provided the inspiration for Spinal Stretch Thanks again for giving Spinal Stretch a try hope you can let me know how it works for you Panic Ato Dr David Starr DC StarrDC spinalstretch com The Spinal Stretch Ratchet amp cover Eye hook wall Telescoping pole mount optional Door anchor Tension spring Pole grip Pole release button Waist belt Waist size adjuster velcro Cinch buckle Anti skid chest belt optional use for extra friction and pull Instructions The Spinal Stretch is simple to use however to receive maximum benefit you must carefully follow the instructions Please also watch the instructional video contained on the DVD which is also viewable at spinalstretch com The most important thing to keep in mind when using Spinal Stretch is to DO IT SLOWLY If you increase the pull too quickly your back muscles may actually tense and fight the pull which can greatly reduce the effectiveness 1 Open the ratchet by pulling back 2 Using both hands fully extend the strap while pulling on the red release lever must do before every usage re 3 Close the ratchet 4 Insert the anchor in the door jamb above the lowest hinge i then close the door a WARN N G a Or use the optional Make sure to release the strap and extend fully before each u
6. nal Stretch Recommended usage is 15 20 minutes once or twice daily depending on your level of pain After the pain has been reduced you can continue to use it daily for preventive care or only on those occasions when the pain flares up How soon should I expect results Your back pain took many years to develop so please don t expect an overnight cure While many users report dramatic relief within a week the normal period is 3 4 weeks Is Spinal Stretch safe When used properly there is little chance of injury as the pulling force cannot exceed a very safe 30 40 of your body weight Any attempt to exceed that amount will simply result in your body sliding on the carpet Can use it anywhere For best results Spinal Stretch should only be used on a carpet or rug which provides friction to prevent excessive sliding If you don t have carpet then a rubber backed throw rug should suffice Can Spinal Stretch help upper back or neck pain Unfortunately not Spinal Stretch is designed to help low back ailments related to spinal compression including Sciatica spinal stenosis facet joint syndrome herniated and bulging and degenerated discs and spasms Are there any medical conditions which should avoid Spinal Stretch Do not use Spinal Stretch if you have any of the below conditions If you are unsure consult with your medical professional Spinal fractures Unstable spondylolisthesis typically grade 2 and above
7. ranty does not cover misuse or damage by shipper QUESTIONS Write to us at customerservice spinalstretch com 4 SPINAL STRETCH Portable Back Pain Relief WelCom Relief Inc 24594 Hawthorne Blvd Torrance CA 90505 spinalstretch com FDA Registration No 3007800686 Member MDMA Medical Device Manufacturers Assoc
8. sage eye hook mounted Failure to do so may cause the strap to jam into the ratchet Continued to a wall stud cranking of the ratchet may cause the strap to break Please remember for high frequency the ratchet should always move freely Never try to force it users Instructions 5 Spread out the Spinal Stretch on a carpet or rug If you don t have carpet then a rubber backed throw rug should suffice 6 Sit down on the waist belt while facing the door Cinch the belt snugly over your navel using the red velcro square to adjust the fit 7 Center the two straps under each buttock and then scoot back until the Straps are tight 8 9 Rest and hold the position Instructions Push the yellow button a to extend the telescoping pole Bend your knees to reduce lower body friction Rest one arm on the floor to increase upper body friction Slowly pull the handle up toward your chin and then down again Continue to slowly increase the pull until your shoulders begin to slide toward the door for 15 20 minutes Relax your entire body and feel the soothing pull Should the tension decrease at any time simply give the handle another pull If you feel any pain or discomfort stop immediately Note For greater friction and pulling force use the optional chest belt not shown Frequently Asked Questions For a more complete list visit spinalstretch com How often should use Spi
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