Spinal Decompression
A non-surgical therapy that gently stretches the spine using a traction table or device to relieve pressure on compressed discs and nerves.
Definition
A non-surgical therapy that gently stretches the spine using a traction table or device to relieve pressure on compressed discs and nerves.
In-Depth
What You Need to Know
Spinal decompression therapy uses motorized traction to create negative pressure within spinal discs, encouraging herniated or bulging disc material to retract and promoting the flow of nutrients, oxygen, and healing fluids into the disc. Treatment sessions typically last 20 to 45 minutes, with patients lying comfortably on a specialized table while the device cycles between stretching and relaxation phases. This therapy is commonly recommended for conditions such as herniated discs, degenerative disc disease, sciatica, and spinal stenosis. Most treatment protocols involve a series of 15 to 30 sessions over four to eight weeks. Spinal decompression is considered a conservative alternative to surgical intervention and is often combined with other chiropractic techniques for optimal results.
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Common phone questions about spinal decompression — and how Front Desk handles scheduling and call routing automatically.
Common Patient Questions
- 1Is spinal decompression covered by insurance?
- 2How many decompression sessions will I need?
- 3Is spinal decompression safe for older patients?
- 4Can spinal decompression help my bulging disc?
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Front Desk provides general information about spinal decompression therapy, explains typical session duration and frequency, verifies insurance coverage details when possible, and schedules consultations for patients interested in starting treatment.
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Common questions about spinal decompression.
A non-surgical therapy that gently stretches the spine using a traction table or device to relieve pressure on compressed discs and nerves. Spinal decompression therapy uses motorized traction to create negative pressure within spinal discs, encouraging herniated or bulging disc material to retract and promoting the flow of nutrients, oxygen, and healing fluids into the disc. Treatment sessions typically last 20 to 45 minutes, with patients lying comfortably on a specialized table while the device cycles between stretching and relaxation phases.
Your chiropractic provider can answer this during your appointment. Front Desk provides general information about spinal decompression therapy, explains typical session duration and frequency, verifies insurance coverage details when possible, and schedules consultations for patients interested in starting treatment.
Your chiropractic provider can answer this during your appointment. Front Desk provides general information about spinal decompression therapy, explains typical session duration and frequency, verifies insurance coverage details when possible, and schedules consultations for patients interested in starting treatment.
Your chiropractic provider can answer this during your appointment. Front Desk provides general information about spinal decompression therapy, explains typical session duration and frequency, verifies insurance coverage details when possible, and schedules consultations for patients interested in starting treatment.
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