The Connections Bernards Ridge Edition Sep/Oct/Nov 2021

theconnectionsnj.com HEALTH & WELLNESS PAGE 60 Prevalence of Chronic Pain In The United States In the United States it is estimated that 56 million individuals suffer from some form of chronic pain annually. The prev- alence of chronic pain accounts for the greatest number of work absenteeism than any other group of diseases, and the prev- alence of chronic pain reports is estimat- ed to increase. Often, people with acute or chronic pain (low back pain, knee pain or persistent neck stiffness and pain) will quickly turn to over-the-counter medicine for relief, however the FDA recently issued strict warnings regarding the misuse and overdosing of the over-the-counter pain medications due to severe complications such as stomach ulcers, hearing disorders and liver failure. Now There is a New Treatment that Has Been Proven Safe and Effective by the FDA Low Level Lasers from Erchonia offer a new clinically proven treatment option that is safe, effective and cleared by the FDA for treatment of: Chronic Low Back and Neck Pain Post-Operative Pain Shoulder Pain Heel Pain Related to Plantar Fasciitis FX 635 Laser: How it Works FX 635Low Level LaserTherapy (LLLT) or cold laser, is a painless, sterile, non-in- vasive, drug-free modality that is used for a variety of conditions such as acute and chronic pain. The low level laser technol- ogy and patented laser diode arms pre- cisely target the pain centers. It reduces in ammation while promoting bio-stimu- lation at a cellular level in the musculoskel- etal point of the pain’s origination. During the laser treatment, the light will penetrate the skin and is absorbed by receptors within the mitochondria. The mitochon- dria is the energy manufacturer of a cell. Receptor stimulation with light promotes energy production, biochemical reactions, protein and growth factor synthesis, cell growth and proliferation and enhanced blood and oxygen ow. Patients with chronic pain who choose FX 635 treatment experience improved comfort and quality of life without the risks associated with the side effects of opioids and nonsteroidal anti-in ammatory drugs or NSAIDs that can cause ulcers, bleeding, kidney disease and heart attacks. Further Bene ts of Low-Level Laser For Back Pain In addition to the FX 635’s qualities as a drug-free, non-invasive option for back pain treatment, patients and physicians turn to it for the following bene ts: Works in conjunction with other treatments: Low Level Laser treatment for pain can supplement other traditional treatments for the condition, such as chi- ropractic and muscle stimulation. Because the FX 635 helps patients return to an ac- tive lifestyle, other treatments that work on positive muscle stimulation work in uni- son with its healing effects. A viable option to surgery: Low Level Laser Therapy provides a far less physically intrusive option for low back pain relief. In addition, without the recuperation period associated with post surgery recovery, the FX 635 allows patients to feel comfort and relief much faster than they do during the often painful and long recovery period as- sociated with surgery. Dr. Matthew Lanum is a licensed Chi- ropractor who has been practicing for 25 years. Dr. Lanum is also certi ed in Low Level Laser Therapy, Non-Surgical Spinal Decompression, and Golf Injury preven- tion and treatment. DR. MATTHEW LANUM 40 Morristown Road Bernardsville, NJ 07924 908-221-1334 drmattlanum.com A New Weapon to Effectively Treat Pain Without Harmful Side Effects TAKE AIM AT CHRONIC PAIN Dr. Matthew Lanum COVID-19 Rapid Antigen Testing Free Delivery Rx Savings Review - Finding Ways to Save Money on Prescriptions Over-the-Counter Supplies Vitamins FREE ONLINE SHOPPING www.bedsrx.com Valid thru 11/30/21 Hours: Mon-Sat 9:00-5:00 • Closed Sunday TEL/TEXT 908-396-7000 BEDMINSTER MEDICAL PLAZA 1 Robertson Drive • Suite 29 Bedminster, NJ 07921 908-595-1322 • 908-879-9555 www.contieyecare.org Eileen Conti, MD Vincent J. Hoye, MD Come See Us Before Going Back To School Conti Routine exams, contact lenses, glaucoma treatment, neuro-ophthalmology, Laser assisted cataract surgery with premium intraocular lenses, refractive surgery for distance and near vision.