Spinal Decompression Therapy
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What is Spinal Decompression Therapy?
Spinal Decompression therapy is an FDA approved, non-surgical treatment for the spine proven to relieve pain and discomfort associated with disc related back and neck pain. This state-of-the-art treatment takes between 10-20 minutes and uses mechanically assisted intermittent traction to help individuals suffering from conditions such as herniated discs, degeneration, sciatic pain, and spinal stenosis. Most of the conditions that spinal decompression effects are due to compression of the nerves and structures of the spine.
Common conditions:
- Bulging/Herniated Discs
- Posterior Facet Syndrome
- Sciatica
- Post Surgical Patients
- Spinal Stenosis
- Mechanical Low Back and Neck Pain
How Does Spinal Decompression Therapy work?
There are two main types of spinal decompression: cervical decompression for the neck and lumbar decompression for the low back. Both types have been shown to be highly effective in treating spinal issues and improving overall spinal health.
During a spinal decompression session, the patient lies comfortably on a specialized decompression table. The patient is then strapped into a harness that wraps around your lower back and your chiropractor will set up a computer -controlled treatment protocol. Our chiropractors will utilize the table to apply traction to the spine, creating negative pressure within the discs. This negative pressure helps retract bulging or herniated discs, relieving nerve compression. This pressure also pulls water, oxygen, and other nutrients to promote healing in the affected tissues. This treatment can reduce pain and inflammation, improve mobility, and enhance patients’ quality of life.
Is spinal decompression right for me?
If you are a patient who has experienced painful shooting, numbness, or tingling, you may be a candidate for Spinal Decompression Therapy.
For most patients, we combine spinal decompression with a home exercise program and passive therapeutic modalities that target the function of the ligaments, tendons, and muscles. This combined with the adjustmnet address all aspects of your spinal condition. One of the main benefits of undergoing spinal decompression with a chiropractor is that you’ll get a full treatment plan that goes beyond just spinal decompression therapy to get you the best results possible. This gets you out of pain and helps you feel better faster!
What to Expect with Spinal Decompression Therapy
If you’re looking for a great way to get relief from discomfort without medication, spinal decompression therapy is an excellent choice. Our experienced clinicians will work directly on the area of your body where you’re experiencing discomfort, and typically it only takes up to 10 visits over several weeks for you to get the relief you need.
You can expect the following:
During Your Treatment
- Our skilled specialists use their knowledge to set-up and start a computerized intermittent traction program that targets a specific spinal level.
- The treatment usually is prescribed for between 8-10 visits, with most patient noticing results within 3-5 sessions.
- Treatment is generally 10-20 minutes, depending on whether it is being performed in the neck or low back levels
- It is common to have some very minor discomfort during the procedure.
After Your Treatment
- Patients may be assigned therapeutic exercises to enhance the treatment
- Patients are encouraged to drink water to flush out toxins that were released during treatment
- Some soreness may be expected within the first few hours after treatment, but should go away within 24-48 hours
The benefits of spinal decompression therapy for chronic lower back and neck pain have been shown to improve your overall pain, stability, disc height, and quality of life (BMC 2022). Patients indicated that they experienced an increased range of motion, less discomfort during movement as well as increased flexibility after just one session.
Book an appointment with National Chiropractic & Sports and let us help you get back to a healthier and pain-free lifestyle.
Our Service Area
We see patients from all around the Baltimore area including Ellicott City, Catonsville, Marriottsville, Columbia, Arbutus, Elkridge, Woodlawn, Randallstown, Sykesville, Eldersburg, Finksburg, Glenelg, and Westminster. We also serve the following counties: Howard County, Carroll County, Baltimore County, Montgomery County, and Anne Arundel County.
When you’re ready for some relief, call us for an appointment. We’re here when you need us.