Flexion-Distraction
A gentle, non-thrusting spinal technique performed on a specialized table that rhythmically stretches and flexes the spine to treat disc injuries and spinal stenosis.
Definition
A gentle, non-thrusting spinal technique performed on a specialized table that rhythmically stretches and flexes the spine to treat disc injuries and spinal stenosis.
In-Depth
What You Need to Know
Flexion-distraction therapy uses a specially designed segmented table that allows the chiropractor to gently flex and decompress specific sections of the spine in a rhythmic pumping motion. This technique creates negative intradiscal pressure, which helps retract herniated or bulging disc material away from compressed nerve roots and increases spinal canal space. Flexion-distraction is particularly effective for conditions such as lumbar disc herniations, degenerative disc disease, facet joint syndrome, and spinal stenosis. Each session typically lasts 15 to 20 minutes, and patients often describe the sensation as a gentle, comfortable stretch rather than the forceful thrust associated with traditional adjustments. This technique is well-suited for patients who cannot tolerate high-velocity manual adjustments due to acute pain, age, or other health considerations.
Calls & Questions
What Patients Ask
Common phone questions about flexion-distraction — and how Front Desk handles scheduling and call routing automatically.
Common Patient Questions
- 1What is the flexion-distraction table?
- 2Is flexion-distraction good for herniated discs?
- 3Does flexion-distraction hurt?
- 4How many flexion-distraction sessions will I need?
How Front Desk Helps Your Practice
Front Desk describes the flexion-distraction technique as a gentle, table-assisted therapy ideal for disc-related conditions, provides information on session length and expected number of visits, and schedules consultations for patients inquiring about non-surgical disc treatment options.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about flexion-distraction.
A gentle, non-thrusting spinal technique performed on a specialized table that rhythmically stretches and flexes the spine to treat disc injuries and spinal stenosis. Flexion-distraction therapy uses a specially designed segmented table that allows the chiropractor to gently flex and decompress specific sections of the spine in a rhythmic pumping motion. This technique creates negative intradiscal pressure, which helps retract herniated or bulging disc material away from compressed nerve roots and increases spinal canal space.
Your chiropractic provider can answer this during your appointment. Front Desk describes the flexion-distraction technique as a gentle, table-assisted therapy ideal for disc-related conditions, provides information on session length and expected number of visits, and schedules consultations for patients inquiring about non-surgical disc treatment options.
Your chiropractic provider can answer this during your appointment. Front Desk describes the flexion-distraction technique as a gentle, table-assisted therapy ideal for disc-related conditions, provides information on session length and expected number of visits, and schedules consultations for patients inquiring about non-surgical disc treatment options.
Your chiropractic provider can answer this during your appointment. Front Desk describes the flexion-distraction technique as a gentle, table-assisted therapy ideal for disc-related conditions, provides information on session length and expected number of visits, and schedules consultations for patients inquiring about non-surgical disc treatment options.
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