Decompression Therapy

Decompression Therapy: A Non-Surgical Solution for Spinal Health

What is Decompression Therapy?


Decompression therapy is a non-invasive treatment designed to relieve pressure on the spine, specifically targeting the discs and nerves. Using advanced technology, spinal decompression gently stretches the spine, creating negative pressure within the discs. This negative pressure helps to alleviate bulging, herniated, or compressed discs, which are often the source of pain and discomfort.

How Does Decompression Therapy Work? 

Decompression therapy is typically performed on a specialized table that applies gentle traction to the spine. During treatment, the table moves in a way that stretches the spine, creating space between the vertebrae. This process has several benefits:

  1. Relieves Nerve Pressure: By decompressing the discs, pressure on the nerves is reduced, which can alleviate radiating pain, numbness, or tingling sensations often caused by herniated or bulging discs.

  2. Promotes Disc Healing: The negative pressure helps draw nutrients, oxygen, and fluids into the discs, promoting healing and repairing damaged tissues. This is particularly beneficial for those with degenerative disc disease or disc herniation.

  3. Reduces Pain and Inflammation: By reducing the pressure on the discs and nerves, decompression therapy helps to reduce inflammation, muscle spasms, and chronic pain, providing long-lasting relief.

Conditions Treated by Decompression Therapy 

Decompression therapy is highly effective for treating conditions like:

  • Herniated or bulging discs

  • Degenerative disc disease

  • Sciatica

  • Spinal stenosis

  • Facet joint pain

  • Chronic neck or back pain

Benefits of Decompression Therapy

  • Non-invasive treatment with no need for surgery or medication

  • Pain relief from conditions like sciatica, herniated discs, and degenerative disc disease

  • Improved mobility and flexibility

  • Enhanced healing by increasing nutrient flow to damaged discs

  • Long-term relief without the need for ongoing treatments or procedures

How Does Decompression Therapy Work with Chiropractic Care?

When paired with chiropractic care, decompression therapy becomes even more effective. Chiropractic adjustments help realign the spine and joints, while decompression therapy targets the discs and soft tissues to relieve pressure and restore proper function. This combined approach provides comprehensive treatment that addresses both the structural alignment and the soft tissue health of the spine.

Incorporating both therapies helps to:

  • Restore optimal spinal alignment

  • Relieve nerve compression

  • Promote healing of the discs and surrounding tissues

  • Enhance overall spinal function and mobility

Is Decompression Therapy Right for You? 

Decompression therapy is a safe and effective option for many individuals who suffer from chronic back or neck pain. If you're experiencing symptoms like disc herniation, sciatica, or spinal stenosis, decompression therapy could be the solution to help restore your quality of life.

Call 480-488-1282 for an appointment today.