DRS Protocol is drug-free!

This month the FDA released a another consumer alert about , “Mercury Poisoning Linked to Skin Products.” Federal health officials are telling people not to use skin creams, beauty and antiseptic soaps, or lotions that might contain mercury. A majority of these  products are manufactured abroad and sold in the U.S. illegally. if any skin product contains mercurous chloride, calomel, mercuric, mercurio, or mercury stop using it.

Dr. Charles Lee, a senior advisor to FDA stated, “Exposure to mercury can have serious health consequences. {Mercury} can damage the kidneys and the nervous system and interfere with the development of the brain in unborn children and very young children.”

If the FDA is concerned about mercury poisoning, then what about vaccines preserved by mercury such as the flu vaccine and mercury dental fillings?  Of course we have been told to limit the amount fish we eat, especially white tuna and swordfish.

Let us know what you think about mercury fillings and vaccines preserved with Mercury.  Have you ever been tested or had your fillings replaced?

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Chronic back pain can affect your blood pressure

Drink 8-10 glasses of water a day.  If the body is dehydrated this raises your blood pressure and water helps our arteries and flushes salt.

Eat a fiber-rich diet:  fresh vegetable, fruits and whole grain.

Eliminate refined foods as much as possible.  Make the effort to eat foods that are as close to their original form as possible.

Cut down or eliminate soft drinks.

Work on losing weight.  For every 20 pounds lost, it is possible to see a 5 to 20 point drop in your systolic blood pressure

Watch your stress levels – there is a direct link to high blood pressure.  There are natural supplements that are very calming such as valerian root.   Really try to avoid prescription medications, if possible.

Taking something for chronic, ongoing pain can affect your blood pressure. Many over-the-counter (OTC) painkillers can push your blood pressure higher.  In fact, many remedies for colds, sinus problems, and even heartburn contain the same ingredients.

Exercise at least 3 times a week.  This can be easy as a 30 minute walk 3 times a week.  Studies show this can reduce systolic blood pressure significantly.

Check out natural alternatives that are known to help lower blood pressure.  Increase potassium intake, eat a banana a day.  The vegetable that is in most of our refrigerators – celery – may help, and check out of concentrated celery seed powder. 

There are others alternatives to look into, however never change the amount of or discontinue your medications without talking with your prescribing doctor.

It is always good to work from the natural, drug-free aspect, if possible.  Busch Chiropractic Pain Center offers drug-free, pain-free treatment – The DRS Protocol™ – successfully treating since 1996 chronic and severe disc conditions such as herniated or degenerative discs, sciatica, spinal stenosis and facet syndrome.  Busch Chiropractic Pain Center also treats the pain and symptoms of neuropathy with the Busch Neuropathy Protocol.  Also pain-free and drug-free.  No concern about bad side effects and drug interactions.

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A few weeks ago we heard something about fast food and ground beef being beefed up with pink slime – a by-product that is waste trimmings formerly used in dog food.  Now pink slime is sprayed with ammonia so that it is safe to eat and it is added  to much of our ground beef.  The trimmings from beef often carried pathogenic E.coli and other bad bacteria.  That is why it is treated before being added to our meat.  So it is supposedly safe to eat, but what an  idea – so they named pink slime as “fine, textured meat”. Delightful!

The US Department of Agriculture is buying millions of pounds for use in school lunches. One report say McDonalds stopped using pink slime last year, although another report disputes that information.

Manufacturers are not required to label the meat as containing pink slime.  A recent report by ABC said the product is used in 70% of ground beef in a supermarket.  So we don’t have the ability to chose whether we want pink slime or not. 

It is reported that Kroger does not carry meat with “pink slime, but another report says some Kroger meat has it.  If you buy certifed USDA  Organic it is pink slime-free!  You can also buy from a local market that actually grinds its own meat and you can grind it at home.  A bit more money and some effort – but better than pink-slime.  Let us know what you think! Yuk! Disgusting!

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DRS Protocol is drug-free & pain-free!

The FDA has recently announced an alert about the safety of proton pump inhibitors (PPIs).  The following is a list of common products warned about. 

• AcipHex (rabeprazole sodium)
• Dexilant (dexlansoprazole)
• Nexium (esomeprazole magnesium)
• Omeprazole (omeprazole) Over-the-Counter (OTC)
• Prevacid (lansoprazole) and OTC Prevacid 24hr
• Prilosec (omeprazole) and OTC
• Protonix (pantoprazole sodium)
• Vimovo (esomeprazole magnesium and naproxen)
• Zegerid (omeprazole and Sodium bicarbonate) and OTC

These are medications are for treatment of Gerd/reflux esophagitis, stomach and duodenal ulcers and other gastric problems.

The FDA warns that using proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) may be associated with an increased risk of Clostridium difficile–associated diarrhea – this is a diagnosis for patients who may have an onset of diarrhea that won’t improve.

The bacteria C. difficile can infect the colon and cause severe, life-threatening diarrhea. Out of over three million cases of diarrhea in the US annually, approximately 1-4% of patients with C. difficile die from the illness. There is a rise in the cases of infection as there is a rise in the use of PPIs. 

There are many medications, both over-the-counter and prescriptions that can cause acid reflux and Gerd. NSAIDS such as Motrin, Advil, Nuprin and Aleve can contribute.  The following are others:

• Calcium channel blockers – used to treat high blood pressure and angina.
• Anticholinergics – used in drugs that treat urinary tract disorders, allergies and glaucoma.
• Beta adrenergic agonists – used for asthma and obstructive lung diseases.
• Dopamine – used in Parkinson’s disease.
• Bisphosphonates – used to treat osteoporosis.
• Sedatives
• Antibiotics
• Potassium
• Iron pills

For those who are attempting to stop smoking by taking Chantix – just know that this drug is also known for causing Gerd.  Then a PPI is prescribed for this side-effect.

When a patient is prescribed a PPI, long-term use should be avoided and taking a good probiotic may help with the problems D.difficile.

 Busch Chiropractic offers the DRS Protocol, a successful drug-free, pain-free treatment for herniated discs, degenerative disc disease, sciatic pain and other back and neck conditions.

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The DRS Protocol is safe and drug-free - no worry about drugs

The Food and Drug Administration last week issued two additional warning about statin drugs.  The warnings were about the definite risk of getting diabetes and about having mental confusion.  Now all statin drugs must carry warning labels about elevated blood sugar and memory and cognitive problems.

From the beginning there were many reports about mental confusion and cognitive problems.  Statins actually poison a vital enzyme, HMG-CoA reductas, that is part making use of cholesterol and aids in CoQ10 production.

Our brains are made up of cholesterol.  The action of statins causes a decline in our brains’ functions.  Many patients taking statins will suffer memory loss, higher anxiety, and other brain-related problems.   

Patients should educate themselves about what statins do as far as bad side effects – others can be muscle weakness and pain – and look for more natural approaches to lowering cholesterol.  This would include weight-loss and exercise. 

Busch Chiropractic offers drug-free, pain-free treatment – the DRS Protocol – for treating patients with back and neck disc problems.  It safe even for senior patients.

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Back or Neck Pain? Treat with the DRS Protocol. Drug-free, Pain-free and safe for Seniors!

Pain pills, antihistamines such Benadryl and many antidepressants and other mood altering drugs can affect the way our brain functions.  It is reported that even statins can affect memory. Many people buy over-the-counter products from the drugstore and some of the products with regular use can impair thinking and cause loss of memory. Elderly people can be most affected. 

Certain drugs will block a vital neurotransmitter that affects functions in the body, memory and cognitive functions are some. The drugs are called anticholinergic, and the effects will build up. Anticholinergic means an inhibition of cholinergic neurotransmission at muscarinic receptor sites.)

 Some of the symptoms are as follows:

 -Blurred vision

- Confusion, disorientation, memory impairment

- Dizziness when standing

- Drowsiness or sedation

- Nervousness, agitation or anxiety

- Hallucinations and delirium

- Reddening of the face (flushing)

- Fever

- Dry lips, mouth, and throat, speech difficulties, trouble with dentures, chewing and swallowing

- Nausea

- Constipation

- Rapid heart rate

- Weakness

- Trouble urinating or emptying bladder

 Senior patients are most vulnerable because they tend to take more medications, in general.

There are now many new research studies about the affects of ant cholinergic medicine because of the finding of British study on men and women 65 years or older.  The study followed 13,000 patients who were taking more than one anticholineric drug.  These patients scored lower on cognitive function test than those who did not take this type of drug.  Also it was found that the death rate of those who were taking many anticholineric drugs was 68 percent higher.

So far it can’t be determined why the death rate is higher except the commonality of anticholineric drugs. Some professionals suspect the drugs affect organs and the cardiovascular system.  Yet there are no studies to prove it.

Twenty percent of patients over 65 are taking at least one anticholinergic drug.  A study of 4000 seniors was performed in Indianapolis IN, and it found those that were taking three or more anticholinergic drugs for 90 days were three times more likely to be diagnosed with cognitive impairment as compared to those in the study who did not taken type of drug.

Still, there is already a consensus in the scientific community that anticholinergic compounds should be prescribed with caution, especially for the elderly

It is shown in studies that 25% of patients treating for memory disorders have reversible problems.  Those patients taking a combination of medications may become better once their medications are assessed and replaced with those that are not anticholinergic.

This is why it is vital to tell your doctors about all the drugs you take and about all over-the-counter products.  There may be no adequate substitutes for some essential anticholinergic drugs. However, taking multiple drugs that have the potential for these side effects should be assessed: especially, when it comes to treating problems such as the common cold or taking other over-the-counter remedies.  Do not stop medications on your own without consulting with your doctor.

When patients treat at Busch Chiropractic Pain Center with the DRS Protocol for painful spinal conditions such as degenerative disc disease, herniated discs, sciatica, spinal stenosisand other back or neck conditions they do not have to worry about taking addictive or impairing medications.  The DRS Protocol is nonsurgical and pain-free and there is no worry of drug interactions. 

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Surgery is not included with the DRS Protocol

Failed back surgery can be from scar tissue that forms near the nerve root.  This is called epidural fibrosis and this can be common after back surgery.  If recurrent pain comes on soon – 6-12 weeks post surgery – then scar tissue is the potential suspected cause.  Many times the patient will have pain relief right after surgery, and then pain just slowly comes back.  Back surgery is performed for many different reasons such as degenerative disc disease and herniated disc.

Also, fibrous adhesions of the nerve root can be considered as a cause of continuing back or leg pain after surgery.  Another reason for pain after back surgery is another disc herniation.  The patient may have had a disectomy and then has a sudden onset of pain from a herniation from the weakened disc that was operated on. 

After surgery, if the evidence shows that back and or leg pain is due to scar tissue, the options are very limited for the patient.  In a period of the three months to year, medications such as Neurotin may be given to see what happens.  And exercise may help to free up the nerves.  If that doesn’t help, then the patient is limited to pain management for a life-time.

Busch Chiropractic treats herniated and degenerative discs, sciatic pain, facet syndrome and spinal stenosis with the nonsurgical and drug-free DRS Protocol.  The DRS Protocol is offered exclusively at the Busch Chiropractic Pain Center and throughout the United States from other doctors, both MDs and Chiropractors who have trained with Dr. Busch.

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Rick is a young businessman and does quite a bit of international traveling, and his low back pain was killing him!.  Two years ago, Rick was lifting his garage door and felt something happen in his low back. He was diagnosed with a herniated disc.  Rick tried Advil, standard chiropractic treatment, physical therapy and he even bought an inversion table.  All of this type of treatment worked short-term.  Then Rick got worse.  His pain was  8/10. Rick needed to keep his job going and he was looking for a nonsurgical solution. He knew surgery was not a good solution for him because of long rehabilitation.  He had read about surgery online and knew the outcome could be less than what he could risk.

Rick had talked with a lot people and decided to call Busch Chiropractic Pain Center.  When Rick came to be examined by Dr. Busch he had bad pain from sitting.  In fact, sometimes he wasn’t even able to sit for 10 mins before his pain became unbearable.  So traveling for him was a nightmare.  Also, sleeping was a big problem. Rick would wake up many times a night because his back pain. He was also worried because he taking ibuprofen so much of it each day, just to keep going.

After examining Rick and reviewing his film, Dr. Busch felt he was a candidate for the DRS Protocol™ and Rick began treatment.  Rick is ecstatic!  He didn’t have to take addictive medications or have surgery. He is sleeping great, and he has been on several long international business trips and has done very well with his travels. Rick feels the DRS Protocol™ is amazing, and he is so thankful Dr. Richard Busch was able to help him keep working get his life pain-free life back!

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Greg is twenty-nine years old and a hard working guy.  When he came to Busch Chiropractic Pain Center he was suffering from low back pain that he rated an 8/10.  He had been in pain from spinal stenosis and bulging discs for approximately a year.  This pain began affecting his daily life, work and overall lifestyle.  Greg had to get help. He knew he needed treatment for his condition.

Originally, Greg had been getting by on NSAIDS and muscle relaxers, however now he was facing surgery based on what his surgeon recommended. Greg wanted no part of surgery and was looking for alternatives.

When he went to see Dr. Richard Busch, his pain was sharp and shooting.  Normal activity just increased the pain level.  He would greatly set himself back, if he really worked normally. After treating with the DRS Protocol™, Greg is back to all activities and goes days and weeks with absolutely no pain.  He is no longer taking medications and is thrilled with his great outcome.  He is so happy he treated with the non-surgical, drug-free DRS Protocol.  He tells everyone surgery is not the only option.

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DRS Protocol is drug-free & pain-free

Prescription drugs according a former drug czar is the biggest and fastest-growing part of America’s drug problem. According to the CDC the misuse of prescription medication causing fatal overdoses has shown a drastic increase.  It is a good thing gone awry and now is an unrecognized epidemic.  And is the 10^th leading cause of death in the US.

The number of deaths from opioid painkiller – such as morphine and codeine – have more than tripled from 1999 through 2006. To put it into perspective, it could be a yearly death toll of a hundred 757s crashing and killing everyone.  That would really make the news.

About 120,000 people a year have to go to the ER because they overdosed. In past years, most cases of overdose were to illegal drugs like heroin and cocaine, but now prescription opioid painkillers have taken the lead.

The DRS Protocol which can successfully treat herniated and degenerative discs at the Busch Chiropractic Pain Center is pain-free and DRUG-FREE.  Prescriptions pain pills are addictive and can kill.

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