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A non-surgical treatment is looked for by patients when looking for a no anesthesia therapy. The treatment involves stretching the spine to ease pressure on the nerves and discs.
You wonder what to expect from the treatment process when considering spinal decompression therapy. There are things to expect in the spinal decompression treatment from a decompression chiropractor.
Fundamentals of spinal decompression
Spinal decompression therapy is a non-surgical treatment to ease the pressure on the spine. It promotes the healing of:
- injured
- degenerated discs
The treatment process involves stretching the spine using a traction table. The patient lies on the table during the treatment, strapped to the machine through a safety harness. The machine applies a controlled and gentle pull to the spine. It creates a negative pressure within the discs.
The negative pressure draws the herniated disc material back into place. It eases the pressure on the surrounding nerves and promotes the flow of:
- nutrients
- oxygen
Spinal decompression therapy treats a variety of spinal conditions, including:
- slipped discs
- sciatica
- degenerative disc disease
- spinal stenosis
The treatment is customized to the patient’s specific needs, including:
- amount of traction applied
- duration of the treatment
- frequency of the sessions
Most patients reported feeling relaxed and comfortable during the treatment. Many have experienced ease from their symptoms after a few sessions.
Expectations after the first session
Duration
The treatment session takes 30 to 45 minutes. The number of sessions required depends on the following:
- individual’s condition
- severity of their symptoms
The chiropractor adjusts the amount of traction applied during the treatment according to the individual’s response.
During the session
The patient feels a gentle stretch in their spine during the treatment. There is no pain or discomfort felt while in the session. Many patients reported the feeling of being:
- Relaxed
- Fall asleep
After the session
The patient feels some immediate ease from their symptoms after the session. It takes several sessions before it provides lasting ease. Patients experience slight soreness after their treatment. The chiropractor provides an ice pack or cold compress to ease the soreness.
Benefits of decompression treatment
Spinal decompression therapy has several benefits for spinal conditions. Some potential benefits of spinal decompression treatment are:
Pain relief
Spinal decompression therapy alleviates the pressure on the nerves and discs. It eases the pain and discomfort in various areas:
- back
- neck
- arms
- legs
Improved mobility
Spinal decompression improves:
- joint mobility
- range of motion
The therapy reduces pressure on the nerves and discs.
FAQs
Is decompression treatment surgical?
Yes. Spinal decompression therapy is a non invasive treatment. It does not use incisions or anesthesia.
Is medication required in decompression treatment?
A spinal decompression therapy offers a free medication approach. It does not use drugs for medication. This makes it appealing to people who prefer to avoid dependence on medications.
How do chiropractors are making adjustments?
Spinal decompression therapy is complemented with chiropractic adjustments. It offers a comprehensive approach for spinal conditions.
What does chiropractic care is involving?
Chiropractic care involves treating pain in the spine conditions. It realigns the vertebrae and restores the normal joint function. A combination of spinal decompression therapy and chiropractic adjustments address both:
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