Frequently Asked Questions
At Busch Chiropractic in Fort Wayne, we're dedicated to providing you with the best chiropractic care. Below you'll find answers to the questions we hear most. If yours isn't answered here, please reach out directly.
At Busch Chiropractic, we specialize in the treatment of chronic pain conditions including back pain, neck pain, sciatica, neuropathy, leg pain, foot pain, herniated disc, degenerative disc, knee pain, carpal tunnel, whiplash, and various other musculoskeletal conditions.
The DRS Protocol® is a non-surgical treatment method designed to relieve pain and promote healing in patients with herniated discs, degenerative disc disease, and other spinal issues. DRS™ stands for Decompression, Reduction and Stabilization — a state-of-the-art technology used to gradually relieve disc compression.
The DRS Protocol™ treatment for back and neck pain is a proprietary blend of spinal decompression, chiropractic, and multiple therapies customized for each patient's unique condition. Developed by Fort Wayne chiropractor Dr. Richard E. Busch III, it is a non-surgical treatment for the relief of chronic disc conditions associated with neck and low back pain including:
- Herniated and bulging disc
- Degenerative disc disease
- Sciatica pain
- Facet syndromes
- Numbness and tingling of the legs
- Failed back surgery pain
This proprietary DRS Protocol® treatment is only available in the Fort Wayne, IN area at the Busch Chiropractic Pain Center.
DRS™ therapy is a revolutionary treatment for the relief of back pain and neck pain. It is the only treatment that was developed by a team of specialists including neurosurgeons, orthopedic surgeons, physiatrists, osteopaths, chiropractors, neurologists, and physical therapists.
The DRS Protocol® is proven safe and effective. It is painless and involves no recovery time. The procedure has been studied extensively and validated clinically. Thousands of patients in Fort Wayne and around the country have been successfully treated with the non-surgical and non-invasive DRS Protocol®. The complications from back surgery can be severe and may result in debilitating conditions.
Chronic pain is a very serious condition, yet until recently there was no satisfactory treatment. Although doctors prescribe pain killers to help relieve chronic pain conditions, they do not always work — and even when they do work, they do not solve the problem.
Pain killers are not a treatment; they only mask the pain, which can cause further damage. The long-term use of pain killers is associated with risks and may cause addiction.
No. The DRS Protocol® is:
- Completely non-invasive
- Non-surgical
- Involves no injections
- Pain-free
- Safe & effective
Not only is the DRS Protocol® safe and pain-free, it's also comfortable and relaxing. Our patients who suffer with back pain or neck pain have found relief with the DRS Protocol® treatment.
Surgical procedures may relieve the pain; however, they change the anatomy of the back, are painful, may have complications, and carry a significant rate of failure. Many patients feel much worse after surgery than before — and most surgical doctors will tell you that relief may last for about 3–4 years, at which point another surgery may be needed.
Surgery is a very invasive procedure and it's best to leave it as only a last resort. At Busch Chiropractic, we have helped thousands of patients avoid surgery and relieve their back pain and neck pain conditions. The majority of our patients remain pain-free and are able to live active lifestyles.
No, a referral is not required. You can directly schedule an appointment with us at your convenience by calling (260) 471-4090.
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Begin your pain-free journey with The Busch Chiropractic Center. Our nonsurgical, drug-free treatments have helped thousands. It's your turn! Please call us today to discuss your own personal condition.
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Fort Wayne, IN 46825
