Dallas Texas Resident Pleased with Dr. Alexandra Schnee’s Cold Laser Knee Treatments
Before starting Dr. Schnee’s Cold Laser Knee Program my left knee constantly ached, and I had sharp pain especially when walking or getting up from a chair. Alleve did not seem to help my knee pain. Cortisone injections helped a little but the relief was just temporary. An orthopedic surgeon advised me to get a knee replacement [but I did not want to do that yet].
Today is my last treatment with Dr. Schnee, and I am pleased with the results. Last week I turned a corner and I started to notice a definite improvement in my knee. I would say my knee is 50-60% better then it was 6 weeks ago!
Donna G., 57 years young, Secretary, Carrollton, Texas
Are you tired of knee pain? Are you ready to experience knee pain relief? If you live in the Dallas/Fort Worth or surrounding areas and would like more information sent to you regarding Dr. Schnee’s Cold Laser Knee Program fill out the form on the right hand side of the screen to get your FREE 16 page report mailed to you today!
If you’re ready to find out if you’re a candidate for Dr. Schnee’s Cold Laser Knee Program call the DFW Spine & Joint Center at 214-596-1051.
Dr. Alexandra K. Schnee, B.S.,D.C.,-Your Cold Laser Professional for the Dallas and Fort Worth, Texas Area-“Helping People with Knee Pain and Joint Pain in the Dallas, Fort Worth and surrounding areas since 2001.”
Poor Mental Health May Be Making Your Osteoarthritis Knee Pain Worse
According to researchers at UC Davis School of Medicine osteoarthritis pain is directly related to an individual’s state of mental health. The study was conducted by Dr. Wise, a researcher from UC Davis, and his colleagues. They were curious about why osteoarthritis pain sufferers reported day to day variations in the intensity of osteoarthritis knee pain when there were no actual structural changes to the knee. The study concluded that people with better mental health felt less pain then those with poor mental health.
Dr. Wise stated, “Pain varies over time, both over extended periods and over shorter periods. The same person can feel little or no pain in their knee or hip and later they can feel moderated to severe pain even when the extent of damage to the knee or hip joint as seen on x-ray imaging remains the same.”
The study found that a mental health score of 28-30 was associated with less osteoarthritis pain. A score of 13-22 was associated with a higher pain scale. Patients scoring between 13-22 had double the risk of increased pain flare ups as compared to participants in the 28-30 range.
Besides non-invasive treatments such as vitamins, supplements, exercise, and cold laser therapy: mental health treatment may be another important factor in improving osteoarthritis knee pain.
If you live in the Dallas, Fort Worth or surrounding areas call our office at 214- 596-1051 to find out if you’re a candidate for Dr. Schnee’s Cold Laser Knee Program.
Or if you would like more information about Dr. Schnee’s Cold Laser Knee Program fill out the form on the right side of this screen to get your FREE report mailed to you entitled, Amazing Cold Laser Therapy the Missing Link to Knee Pain Relief!
Dr. Alexandra K. Schnee, B.S.,D.C.,-Your Cold Laser Professional for the Dallas and Fort Worth, Texas Area-“Helping People with Knee Pain and Joint Pain in the Dallas, Fort Worth and surrounding areas since 2001.”
How to Treat Meniscus Tears and Why You Should Avoid Knee Surgery
Did you know that there are millions of individuals who walk around every day with meniscus tears and are completely asymptomatic (they feel no pain)? Unfortunately, once pain is perceived and a meniscus tear is diagnosed most orthopedic surgeons will usually recommend arthroscopic knee surgery. However, since knee surgery in patients over the age of 40 is often unsuccessful and it accelerates the arthritic process in the knee it should only be considered once all conservative measures have been exhausted.
There are several different types of meniscus tears and the location and size of the tear determines how it should be treated and whether the meniscus tear has the potential to respond to conservative care.
A meniscus tear is in one of these three zones:
Red Zone- The red zone is located in the outer one third of the meniscus. This area has a rich blood supply therefore a meniscus tear in this region responds well to conservative care. Many times a tear in this area will heal spontaneously if given a chance. The RICE method may be useful in this case. (RICE stands for rest, ice, compression, and elevation.)Sometimes, the tissue needs a ‘jumpstart’ or an extra ‘push’ so it can heal faster. Therefore, cold laser therapy is a great option for individuals with this type of tear since it helps stimulate more blood flow, decreases pain, and inflammation in the area allowing the tissues to heal and repair faster. Try to avoid arthroscopic knee surgery if you have a tear in this region.
Red/White Zone- This type of tear extends from the red zone (the outer one third) into the inner two thirds of the meniscus or the white zone. The white zone is an area that has no blood supply. Knee surgery may not work because the meniscus may not heal after the surgery is performed so conservative care should be considered first. The goal for conservative care (ie cold laser therapy) with this type of tear is to help individuals get out of pain, and reduce swelling and keep them that way.
White Zone- Again the white zone is located in the inner two thirds of the meniscus. If you have a tear located in this zone this is a tricky area to treat because it is avascular. This means there is no blood supply to the meniscus in this area. Due to the lack of blood supply a torn meniscus in this zone is unlikely to heal with ANY TYPE of treatment including arthroscopic knee surgery. The goal with conservative care such as cold laser therapy is to help provide the individual with pain relief and decrease the inflammation in the knee joint.
In summary, many individuals have tears AND NEVER EVEN KNOW IT! So it is possible to be asymptomatic and still have a meniscus tear! Oftentimes individuals are scared into surgery by their doctors. They’re told that if they don’t have knee surgery that they’ll eventually develop arthritis in the knee.
What do you think arthroscopic knee surgery does to your knee?!!
Knee surgery guarantees that you will develop arthritis, and the arthritic process will be accelerated. It actually compounds the same problem (arthritis) your doctor told you would be avoided by undergoing knee surgery. Furthermore, if the meniscus or meniscus tear is cut out or removed your knee joint is left with less of a cushion and shock absorber.
The bottom line is that after any injury or surgery arthritis is likely to develop. At least with conservative care the meniscus is left intact therefore the shock absorber (meniscus) isn’t removed.
Of course there are cases where knee surgery cannot be avoided; however, if possible give your knee an opportunity to heal without knee surgery. Many times conservative care will allow an individual to become asymptomatic, and depending on the type of tear and its location the tear may heal on its own. Try the RICE method. In addition, visit a doctor that specializes in treating the knee joint with cold laser therapy which may help your knee heal faster by increasing blood flow, decreasing pain, and reducing inflammation in the knee.
The following is a case study about a patient who chose Dr. Schnee’s Cold Laser Knee Program to treat his severe knee pain and swelling from a meniscus tear.
Recently, Mr. B. age 54, a television producer from Lewisville Texas came in to the DFW Spine & Joint Center complaining of severe knee pain and swelling in his left knee. He rated his knee pain a 6-8 on a pain scale of 1-10. His knee pain prevented him from walking without a limp and climbing stairs. He even complained of knee pain while he was driving, and he could not sleep through the night without tossing and turning. His MRI stated he had a medial meniscus tear in the red/white zone and severe arthritis. He already had arthroscopic knee surgery for the same condition on the same knee the year prior. But Mr. B did not want to undergo knee surgery for a second time so instead he chose to complete Dr. Schnee’s Cold Laser Knee Program.
After completing treatments, Mr. B is now able to walk without any knee pain and is able to walk without a limp 90% of the time. He has more stamina in standing positions and is now able to climb and descend stairs without experiencing knee pain. According to Mr. B his knee feels 75-80% better than it did before starting treatments and most importantly he was able to avoid knee surgery.
If you want to find out if you’re a candidate for Dr. Schnee’s Cold Laser Knee Program, and live in the Dallas, Fort Worth or surrounding areas call our office at 214- 596-1051. Or if you would like more information about Dr. Schnee’s Cold Laser Knee Program fill out the form on the right side of this screen to get your FREE report mailed to you entitled, Amazing Cold Laser Therapy the Missing Link to Knee Pain Relief!
Dr. Alexandra K. Schnee, B.S.,D.C.,-Your Cold Laser Professional for the Dallas and Fort Worth, Texas Area-“Helping People with Knee Pain and Joint Pain in the Dallas, Fort Worth and surrounding areas since 2001.”
Dallas Texas Resident with Severe Arthritis and Chondromalacia Patella Gets Knee Pain Relief with Dr. Schnee’s Cold Laser Knee Program
“I was told I needed a total knee replacement by an orthopedic surgeon. I had difficulty rising from a seated position. My knee felt tired and painful after too much walking. Instead, I tried several cortisone shots in my knee. At first the injections were effective but eventually they did not do any good. So then I decided to go through Dr. Schnee’s Cold Laser Knee Program so that I could get some knee pain relief.
Since completing treatments my knee has improved about 50%. I am able to walk better and walk longer distances with less knee pain. I am pleased because my knee pain has improved and I feel like I can now live without a knee replacement.”
Kenneth I., 80 years young, Retired, Addison, Texas
If you live in the Dallas, Fort Worth or surrounding areas and are suffering with severe knee pain and arthritis and want to avoid total knee replacement call the DFW Spine & Joint Center at 214- 596-1051 to find out if you’re a candidate for Dr. Schnee’s Cold Laser Knee Program.
Or if you would like more information about Dr. Schnee’s Cold Laser Knee Program fill out the form on the right side of this screen to get your FREE report mailed to you entitled, Amazing Cold Laser Therapy the Missing Link to Knee Pain Relief!
Dr. Alexandra K. Schnee, B.S.,D.C.,-Your Cold Laser Doctor for the Dallas and Fort Worth, Texas Area-“Helping People with Knee Pain and Joint Pain in the Dallas, Fort Worth and surrounding areas since 2001.”
The Top 6 Things You Can Start Doing Today To Help Ease Your Arthritic Knee Pain
Please make sure you check with your primary doctor first before taking any supplements or starting an exercise program, but here’s a list of the top 6 things that you can start doing today to help ease your arthritic knee pain:
1. Start taking glucosamine, chondroitan, and MSM. I recommend Chondrocare from Metagenics to my patients. In my opinion has the highest quality glucosamine, chondroitan and MSM product available. If you’d like to purchase a bottle call my office and we’ll be happy to ship it to you (as long as you live in North America).
2. Take real Cod liver oil. It is a great source of omega 3 and Vitamin D. Research indicates that bone, joint and muscle pain is exacerbated if there are low levels of Vitamin D. Research also indicates that patients who take NON SYNTHETIC, HIGH QUALITY glucosamine sulfate, chondroitan, and MSM ALONG WITH OMEGA 3 notice a significant difference in their arthritic pain. The latest scientific findings show that people who combine glucosamine and omega 3 get up to 80% pain relief, with decreased morning stiffness. Pain in the hips was reduced by over 48% and in the knees by more than 55%. One of the last real cod liver oils made is Blue Ice™ Fermented Cod Liver Oil (2-3 capsules daily). This can be purchased at any good health food store. Please note: most cod liver oil today is stripped from vitamin D and lots of other nutrients. Some are replaced with synthetic vitamin D but that’s not what you want. So make sure it is real, raw and fermented cod liver oil.
3. Drink plenty of water (cartilage is made up of 70% water), and avoid caffeine.
4. Stop eating processed foods and sugars. This is pretty straight forward.
5. Try to keep your diet at least one-third raw whole foods (fruits, vegetables, nuts). Keep in mind red meat has arachidonic acid which causes an inflammatory reaction in the body and often exacerbates arthritic symptoms.
6. Start exercising only once you are no longer in the acute stage otherwise you will probably damage the joint more.
The bones, joints, and connective tissue are living tissue and in a constant state of renewal and restoration. Therefore, simple changes in your lifestyle like taking high quality vitamins, supplements, and changing your diet and activity level can make a real difference in easing your arthritic knee pain.
If you’d like to conservatively treat your arthritis knee pain and you live in the Dallas, Fort Worth or surrounding areas call our office at 214-596-1051 to find out if you’re a candidate for Dr. Schnee’s Cold Laser Knee Program.
Or if you would like more information about Dr. Schnee’s Cold Laser Knee Program fill out the form on the right side of this screen to get your FREE report mailed to you entitled, Amazing Cold Laser Therapy the Missing Link to Knee Pain Relief!Dr. Alexandra K. Schnee, B.S.,D.C.,-Your Cold Laser Professional for the Dallas and Fort Worth, Texas Area-“Helping People with Knee Pain and Joint Pain in the Dallas, Fort Worth and surrounding areas since 2001.”
Arthritis: Combination of Glucosamine and Cod Liver Oil Best. Health Alert. August 2010, Volume 27, Issue 8
Treating Knee Pain From A Baker’s Cyst, Meniscus Tear And Arthritis With Cold Laser Therapy
A Dallas Residents Story Of Overcoming Knee Pain And Avoiding Knee Surgery With This High Tech Treatment
The following is the true story of Jill Vann a 61 year old Plano resident diagnosed with arthritis, a meniscus tear, a Baker’s Cyst, and near bone on bone and the treatments she tried before she finally found Dr. Schnee.
“In September of 2009 my pain was focused on the inside of my left knee. From time to time it would vary to the back portion of the knee. Unless one has actually experienced this type of knee pain, it is hard for someone to grasp how intense this can be. The pain was sharp, stabbing, burning and achy. Walking, climbing stairs, sitting, sleeping were all uncomfortable. I had severe swelling in the back of my knee. The pain was constant. I was always groaning every time I took a step. It was crippling me and my well being. It obviously changed my life and not for the better. In December 2009 I needed to seek some options and some answers.
After about 4 months of agonizing knee pain in my left knee I was referred to an orthopedic surgeon by my primary care doctor. First, he took a knee x-ray and an MRI which revealed inflammation, some arthritis, a meniscus tear, a bakers cyst and near bone on bone. He explained what this all meant and I begged him for a cortisone injection. For 4 days I had no pain in my knee. I was brand new, but that didn’t last long. After the four days I was in excruciating pain again. Then he sent me for physical rehabilitation. I did stretches, used heat/ice packs, and lotions. I was still hurting in January of 2010. There was NO RELIEF in sight. So in February he recommended a series of three injections called Euflexxa. These injections don’t tickle. They are painful. They first start out by draining the knee fluid with a syringe and then they follow that with the injection. I believe anyone who has had these injections will tell you they ‘hurt’, this is not an exaggeration. The result of these painful injections? Zero, the Euflexxa did not work on me and the pain never lessened. In March, I was referred to the ‘Brace Guy’. This was just another added expense and the brace was heavy and burdensome. In May 2010 I read about Dr. Schnee’s Cold Laser Knee Pain Solution Program.
She was my last hope otherwise the orthopedic doctor told me that we would have to discuss knee surgery.
I completed Dr. Schnee’s Cold Laser Knee Program in July and now I can walk without knee pain, climb stairs with no effort. I can sit and get up from a chair or bed without hesitation on the first step. The swelling in the back of the knee from the Baker’s Cyst is minimal. And I can pretty much do anything I want to do now.
I am so pleased with the results of this program! I thoroughly enjoyed each and every treatment especially the wonderful massage at the end of each visit. What a treat! Each therapist is precise and extremely adequate with each session. Dr. Schnee explained to me from the very beginning that because my knee condition was severe that I would probably not be 100% pain free. But I feel like I am 100% because I am 85-90% pain free! For me these treatments have been very successful. I am walking without pain. I don’t wake up during the night whenever I move my leg. There are times that I even forget my knee ever hurt so badly. I have NO sharp, stabbing or burning pain in my knee. It has definitely helped me get back on track.
Anyone who has issues with their knee needs this program it WILL work for you too.
Jill Vann, Plano Texas, Retired
If you are suffering with severe knee pain due to a baker’s cyst, a meniscus tear and arthritis and have tried medications and injections without any success AND you DON’T WANT KNEE SURGERY then call Dr. Alexandra Schnee, D.C at the DFW Spine & Joint Center in Irving, Texas (214) 596-1051.
If you would like more information about Dr. Schnee’s Cold Laser Knee Program fill out the form on the right side of the screen to get your FREE 16 page report mailed to you.
Dr. Alexandra K. Schnee, B.S.,D.C.,-Your Cold Laser Professional for the Dallas and Fort Worth, Texas Area-“Helping People with Knee Pain and Joint Pain in the Dallas, Fort Worth and surrounding areas since 2001.”
Knee Injections Failed to Work for ‘Bone on Bone’ Dallas Resident, but Cold Laser Therapy Relieved Their Knee Pain
“Before completing Dr. Schnee’s Cold Laser Knee Program my knee pain was constant and annoying. I couldn’t get up from certain positions (lying down or sitting) without experiencing knee pain. I also couldn’t walk, or stand for any length of time. I tried medications, physical therapy and medications but they only provided me with temporary relief. The knee injections were so painful that afterwards I would be in tears. I was taking the maximum amounts of pain medication, but they were becoming ineffective. I was told by the orthopedic surgeon that I needed a total knee replacement because I was ‘bone on bone’ but I wanted to avoid it.
Since completing Cold laser therapy for knee pain from ‘bone on bone’ I can now do low impact exercises and stretches without experiencing knee pain. I am very pleased that I can move my knees without knee pain. My knee is 75% better then it was prior to cold laser treatments. Dr. Schnee and her staff were friendly, knowledgeable, and efficient in assisting me with my recovery. I am thankful that this type of therapy is available for patients with ‘bone on bone’ knee pain.”
Janice Wilson –Teacher, Dallas, Texas
If you are suffering from ‘Bone on Bone’ knee pain and severe arthritis and cannot bear the thought of undergoing a knee replacement then Dr. Schnee’s Cold Laser Knee Program may be the answer!
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Dr. Alexandra K. Schnee, B.S.,D.C.,-Your Cold Laser Professional for the Dallas and Fort Worth, Texas Area-“Helping People with Knee Pain and Joint Pain in the Dallas, Fort Worth and surrounding areas since 2001.”
Another Dallas Resident is Now Able to Avoid Knee Surgery with Dr. Schnee’s Cold Laser Knee Program
Before Cold laser treatments my knee pain was so severe that I couldn’t bend my knee, walk, sleep through the night, or work! I was diagnosed with a meniscus tear, ‘bone on bone’ arthritis, and a ligament tear by an orthopedic surgeon. I had tried knee injections and pain medications but neither of those things helped my knee pain. I was told to do total knee replacements, but I opted out to try Dr. Schnee’s Cold Laser Knee Program. Now since completing treatments my knee is 75% better then it was before treatments and I can walk without a limp; I am able to work comfortably, and I can sleep better!
Mr. Martin Perez is a 59 year old Master plumber in Dallas, Texas
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Dr. Alexandra Schnee, D.C. your Dallas and Fort Worth Cold Laser Doctor; Treating knee pain due to arthritis, ‘bone on bone’, bursitis, tendinitis, bakers cyst, meniscus or cartilage tears- without surgery.
Study Suggests Results from Therapy Are Just As Good As Knee Surgery for a Torn ACL
Unfortunately, every young athlete is at risk for tearing their anterior cruciate ligament or ACL. Most of the time orthopedic surgeons and patients rush to surgery to reconstruct the ACL, but the problem is there are no long term research studies proving that surgery is better than therapy. And even though there is no proof indicating that knee surgery has better outcomes then rehab alone there are approximately 200,000 ACL reconstructions performed and over 3 billion dollars spent annually on this procedure in the United States.
Recently Swedish Researchers published a study in the New England Journal of Medicine proving that rehab alone is just as good as knee surgery for torn ACLs. Researchers randomly assigned 121 young active adults with torn ACLs into two separate groups. The first group ONLY underwent therapy to rehabilitate the knee with the OPTION to have knee surgery in the future. The second group had therapy first but also had ACL reconstruction surgery.
Surprisingly, after two years the results were about the same in both groups when it came to pain and activities of daily living. And most importantly 61% of the patients that were in the group that only had therapy did not choose to have knee surgery.
Sadly, since there is a lot of money to be made by surgeons and hospitals performing surgeries, this study will probably not make a difference in the number of ACL reconstruction’s performed annually. However, I hope that individuals with a torn ACL give therapy a chance and talk to their doctors about all nonsurgical options available, including cold laser therapy, prior to undergoing ANY type of knee surgery.
Keep in mind, surgery is always an option, but should only be considered once all other options have been exhausted.
If you live in the Dallas, Fort Worth or surrounding areas call our office at 214- 596-1051 to find out if you’re a candidate for Dr. Schnee’s Cold Laser Knee Program at the DFW Spine & Joint Center in Irving, Texas.
Or if you would like more information about Dr. Schnee’s Cold Laser Knee Program fill out the form on the right side of this screen to get your FREE report mailed to you entitled, Amazing Cold Laser Therapy the Missing Link to Knee Pain Relief!
Dr. Alexandra K. Schnee, B.S.,D.C.,-Your Cold Laser Doctor for the Dallas and Fort Worth, Texas Area-“Helping People with Knee Pain and Joint Pain in the Dallas, Fort Worth and surrounding areas since 2001.”
Findings in the New England Journal of Medicine appear here http://content.nejm.org/cgi/content/short/363/4/331
Knee Pain Sufferers Consider Knee Injections Painful and Ineffective Compared to Cold Laser Therapy for Treating Knee Pain
Most patients suffering from chronic knee pain have tried at least one cortisone injection and a series of SYNVISC™ or some other type of gel injections with little to no long term results. The most common injection given to patients with knee pain is a steroid or cortisone shot. Cortisone injections usually work to help decrease pain and inflammation but the results are often temporary. Since there are long term side effects with the use of cortisone injections patients are limited to three injections per year. Gel injections are also available such as SYNVISC™, Hyalgen™, Euflexxa™, Orthovisc™, Supartz™ (otherwise known as cox comb, or rooster comb injections). These injections are usually performed in a series over the course of a few weeks, and just like cortisone injections gel injections only ‘cover up’ or treat the symptoms not the cause of the problem. Knee pain sufferers consider gel injections painful and ineffective compared to cold laser therapy for treating knee pain.
Recently, Linda Paschal, a 59 year old realtor from North Richland Hills completed Dr. Schnee’s Cold Laser Program in Irving, Texas after initially complaining of very severe knee pain. The following is what she said about her experience with knee injections versus cold laser treatments.
“I sought medical help [from an orthopedic doctor for my knee] and was first given a steroid injection [cortisone injection] in the knee and later I was given a series of cox comb shots. THEY WERE EXTREMELY PAINFUL. I felt relief, but it wasn’t permanent and certainly not as effective as the cold laser treatments have been. My medical doctor never recommended knee surgery because I was not a candidate for it. The only solution I was given (which was not even a solution) was to have a series of cock’s comb shots twice a year and to just learn to live with the knee pain. I am so pleased that I completed Dr. Schnee’s Cold Laser Knee Program. I am 100% better and I intend to keep coming back so that I can stay that way!”
Linda’s experience is not unique.
Jill Vann, 62 years young, from Plano Texas is another example of a patient who recently completed cold laser therapy for knee pain with Dr. Schnee. Before coming in for treatments with Dr. Schnee she tried cortisone injections, physical rehabilitation, a knee brace, and a series of three Euflexxa injections. Ms. Vann stated, “I had zero results from the knee injections. The Euflexxa did not work for me, the pain never lessened.” She continued to say, “[Since completing Dr. Schnee’s Cold Laser Knee Program I am walking without knee pain, I don’t wake up at night whenever I move my leg. There are times I even forget my knee ever hurt so badly. [Dr. Schnee’s Cold Laser Program] has helped me get back on track. Anyone who has knee issues, needs this program.”
If you have had knee injections including cortisone, SYNVISC™, Othovisc™, Euflexxa™, Supartz™, Hyalgen™, rooster comb, cox comb etc. and they did not work for you then call our office at 214-596-1051 to find out if you are a candidate for Dr. Schnee’s Cold Laser Knee Program at the DFW Spine & Joint Center in Irving, Texas.
If you would like more information about cold laser therapy for knee pain fill out the form on the right side of the screen and a free 16 page report will be mailed to you within 72 hours.
Dr. Alexandra K. Schnee, B.S.,D.C.,-Dallas Fort Worth’s Cold Laser Doctor for Knee Pain -“Helping People with Knee Pain and Joint Pain in the Dallas, Fort Worth and surrounding areas since 2001.”
