A herniated disc in the lower back can change your life, making daily activities incredibly painful. Before visiting our chiropractic center, many of our patients felt hopeless and overwhelmed with pain. Now, thanks to spinal decompression treatments, our patients are active again – without depending on medication.

Support Spinal Wellness and Relieve Back Pain

Could spinal decompression treatments help your back pain? You asked and our chiropractor answered. Read on for answers to your top four questions about decompression therapy.

What is spinal decompression therapy?

This non-invasive, drug-free treatment uses mechanical traction to naturally restore space between the vertebrae in the spine. A herniated disc causes pain when it puts pressure on nearby nerves. This is due to compression in the spine. Just like the name suggests, decompression therapy naturally creates space between the vertebrae of the spine. This space allows a herniated disc to return to its proper position, reducing pressure on the nerves.

Can decompression therapy help my sciatica?

Yes. Sciatica is caused by a herniated disc in the lower back compressing the sciatic nerve. Patients may experience a radiating pain sensation through the lower back, buttock sand legs. Decompression therapy helps manage sciatic pain by relieving pressure on the sciatic nerve.

Is decompression therapy effective?

Absolutely! Decompression therapy works because it treats the underlying cause for pain, rather than “covering up” pain with medication. Prescription painkillers can provide temporary relief from pain, but once medication wears off, the pain returns. Decompression therapy addresses the underlying mechanical problem in the spine for effective pain management. These treatments also support spinal health and overall wellness.

How many treatment sessions are necessary?

Every patient faces unique wellness challenges. Consequently, we tailor our treatment sessions to meet each patient’s individual health needs. Some patients enjoy immediate relief after just one session. For the majority of patients, a series of 10 to 12 sessions produces the longest-lasting results. Many patients benefit from follow-up chiropractic care sessions to maintain proper spinal alignment.