Your spine houses your spinal cord, a bundle of nerves that carries messages to and from your brain. If these nerves are compressed or damaged, this can lead to limited or poor movement of our bodies. The discs between each vertebra serve as shock absorbers for the spine and keep it together as you move about. They are made of tough, fibrous material surrounded by an outer ring and a gel-like center. Due to years of wear and tear, these discs can start to wear out and even collapse, putting pressure on the nerves. These conditions cause back pain and leg pain. It can result in numbness, weakness, or loss of sensation in the arms and legs.
Treatment for these problems can vary widely. Drugs and surgery are often used. Surgery involves removing the damaged tissue, sometimes leading to more problems. Spinal decompression is a non-invasive treatment option that has been shown to help relieve pain, improve function and promote healing. If you are suffering from a spine-related condition, contact [PRACTICE NAME] to see if spinal decompression can help you find relief.
What Is Spinal Decompression Therapy?
Spinal decompression therapy reduces spinal pressure by moving the discs back into place and realigning the joints. This can be done through traction, a method that uses gentle stretching and pulling to relieve stress on the spine. A traction table is used to accomplish this, which can be either manual or motorized.
The table has several settings that allow it to be adjusted according to individual needs, with an inbuilt computer controlling the action. The traction table is mounted on a base. For manual therapy, the user moves the table from side to side, from front to back, or even up and down to treat all spine areas. Several types of surgical motors provide additional assistance for motorized therapy by opening certain joints in conjunction with tensioning muscles.
How Spinal Decompression Works
A chiropractor that specializes in spinal problems should administer the procedure. They will test your flexibility, strength, and range of motion and ensure that there are no injuries present in the spine. Next, you will be placed on the table, which can be adjusted in size for each patient. The practitioner will make sure you are comfortable before beginning the therapy.
The practitioner will then turn on the traction unit. You will most likely feel a gentle pull from the machine and/or some tingling or numbness in the areas being worked on. This is normal, as it signifies that you are stimulating the nerves in those areas. How long you are on the table is entirely based on your care plan. Most sessions take about 15-30 minutes.
What Type Of Patient Typically Receives This Form Of Therapy?
Athletes, office workers, seniors, people injured at work, auto accident injury victims, and anyone suffering from disc pain may benefit from this form of therapy. Spinal decompression therapy may help athletes’ performance, flexibility, pain, and muscle soreness. Office workers or anyone sitting for long periods may be in danger of developing spinal compression through the pressure from prolonged sitting. Seniors typically deal with spinal issues as their bodies age, and their discs begin to deteriorate. The therapy can help slow down this process and strengthen muscles and tendons, resulting in better flexibility and range of motion. Accident victims can also benefit from spinal decompression therapy if they have some spine-related trauma.
Common Conditions and Symptoms Treated With Spinal Decompression Therapy
There are many conditions that can be treated with spinal decompression, including:
- Herniated discs
- Degenerative disc disease
- Spinal stenosis
- Pinched Nerve
- Bulging discs
- Sciatica
Benefits Of Using Spinal Decompression Therapy In Addition To Chiropractic Care
Through spinal decompression therapy, you can reduce pain by decompressing pressure on nerves, muscles, and discs in your spine. Chiropractic care is an ideal form of treatment to pair with decompression therapy because manual adjustments will ensure the spine is in proper alignment.
Spinal decompression therapy combined with chiropractic care helps patients improve their flexibility, range of motion, and overall health. You can see improvements after only a few treatment sessions, empowering you to return to your daily activities more efficiently. A trained professional can help you to determine if this type of therapy is right for your needs. Contact [CENTER NAME] today at [CENTER PHONE NUMBER] to get started on the road to recovery.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
How long does spinal decompression take?
A spinal decompression session usually lasts for about 15-30 minutes. The number of treatments will be determined by your chiropractor and you.
How often will I need spinal decompression?
The number of sessions required will depend on what condition is being remedied and how severe the injury is. The average treatment plan consists of 12-20 sessions over 4-6 weeks.
Is it good to decompress the spine?
This therapy can be a great strategy for relieving pressure. Relieving pressure on your spine can help reduce pain and inflammation. Spinal traction can also be a great non-invasive treatment alternative to spinal surgery in some cases.
What are spinal decompression treatments like?
You will be comfortably fitted with a harness designed to achieve optimal decompression of the low back or neck. During spinal sessions, you’ll notice that your spine is slowly lengthening as pressure relief occurs.
How long will it take for me to see an improvement from spinal traction?
Most patients will begin to feel an improvement in their condition after 4 to 6 weeks.
