What is Spinal Decompression Therapy?

As a chiropractor, I often get asked what spinal decompression therapy is?

To answer this question, I will give you the basics of what it entails and how to understand if it might be a good option for you.

Spinal decompression therapy can help alleviate pressure on the nervous system and also provide relief from neck or back pain, as well as other symptoms such as sciatica, numbness, and tingling down arms or legs. It does this by applying gentle traction to stretch the spine gently, which helps relieve any pinching or compression that may have occurred due to injury or degeneration in your spine. This decompresses the vertebral discs so they are able to function more efficiently without being “squeezed” together too tightly, as well as facilitating an improved blood flow through them.

Another benefit of spinal decompression therapy is that it can help reverse the effects of spinal stenosis. When a person suffers from spinal stenosis, the spaces in their spine are narrowed, which can put pressure on the nerves that travel through the spine. It occurs most often in the lower neck and the back, or areas of the spine that may have experienced some sort of an injury. Spinal decompression therapy helps to relieve this compression by gently pulling apart the vertebrae.

Spinal decompression therapy is safe to use on most patients. The doctors at our office will go conduct a thorough consultation with you to determine if it is a safe and good option for you, and create a treatment plan that is tailored for your specific condition and needs.

Conclusion paragraph: Spinal decompression therapy is a noninvasive, drug-free treatment that can help provide relief from neck pain, back pain and symptoms such as sciatica. The benefits of spinal decompression therapy don’t stop there though—it has been shown to offer some relief for people living with the debilitating effects of spinal stenosis. It may not be able to cure this condition altogether, but it does seem possible that regular sessions could reverse many of its negative impacts on your quality of life. If you suffer from chronic back pain or have recently realized you might be suffering from spinal stenosis, contact us today at (562) 691-2225.