Spinal decompression
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ATX Spinal Decompression Therapy
We are excited to be the First Clinic in Oregon and the entire NW to office the ATX Spinal Decompression Therapy Table for both Cervical and Lumbar Spine therapy. We have seen 100% success decreasing pain and adding fuctional health to all those who suffer with chronic pain from disc and degenerative spinal issues.
Spinal Decompression Therapy is a well documented therapy for relief from back and neck pain. If you have been considering back surgery Dr. Hickel and our Team at Power Chiropractic Clinic invite you to come in and further educate yourself on Spinal Decompression Therapy.
Decompression Therapy is an FDA approved therapy with an above average permanent relief success rate! Back surgeries’ immediate success rates are mediocre and unfortunately, often weaken other areas of the spine leading to future pain and possibly additional surgeries. Decompression Therapy also has the advantage of being affordable and less expensive than back or neck surgery. With ongoing Chiropractic Care and proper physical therapy, you never need to be in debilitating back or neck pain again.
Decompression Therapy is effective for
- Herniated Discs
- Slipped Disc
- Degenerative disc
- Sciatica
- Facet syndrome
- Spinal Stenosis
- Even those who have had back surgery before!
This advanced technology will help you get back to living your life to the fullest without pain!
What is Spinal Decompression Therapy?
Spinal Decompression Therapy relieves back pain, leg pain, neck and arm pain without surgery by laying you on a specialized table that allows for customized treatment specific to your needs. This treatment essentially takes the problematic disc and cycles it through distraction (stretching) and relaxation phases creating an environment in the disc that allows it to heal itself quickly.
Decompression Therapy is done along with Chiropractic adjustment to not only treat affected areas of the spine causing you pain, but to also work to put the spine back in proper alignment and strengthen it to prevent herniated/degenerative discs from occurring. When the spine is in appropriate alignment your spinal discs have plenty of space and nutrients to remain healthy. When the spine gets out of alignment your vertebrae begin to press on your discs unevenly causing the discs to distort their shape or cutting off valuable nutrients which weaken the health and structure of the discs. These misalignments increase the body’s chances of suffering from herniated/slipped/degenerative discs and the pain associated with these conditions.
How does Decompression Therapy work?
To understand how Decompression Therapy works, you must know a little bit about how your back works. A herniated or bulging disc is basically a squished disc that is pressing against your spinal canal/nerves causing pain. Unfortunately, once the pain starts the damaged disc is already in need of more nutrients and oxygen than what it is able to receive through the diminished space between the vertebrae. Decompression Therapy basically allows an increase in healing nutrients and oxygen to flow into the damaged disc by creating minuscule space between the vertebrae and then releasing in a repeating pattern. The Decompression Therapy Technique allows the disc to heal rapidly and reform to its original shape, slipping back between the vertebrae, properly positioned and no longer putting pressure on your spinal nerves – ending your back pain.
Who can benefit from Decompression Therapy?
We have found that any back pain or neck pain caused by a bulging disc is a good candidate for Spinal Decompression Therapy. Sometimes people are just in pain and don’t know if it’s a herniated disc, slipped disc, spinal stenosis, sciatica, pinched nerves, or bulging disc. You can come into Power Chiropractic Clinic for a courtesy consultation regarding your case. Don’t stay in pain, when your answer to back pain relief could be Decompression Therapy. We can even treat you with Decompression Therapy if you have had surgery. Call us at 503-786-7786
Are there any times when Decompression Therapy shouldn’t be used?
We usually use a different type of therapy on those that have severe osteoporosis, severe obesity, severe nerve damage, or pregnant women. There are also some types of back or neck surgery that is not recommended for Decompression Therapy. However, each individual has pain-free options that can only be discussed after learning about your specific situation. Please feel free to call our office at 503-786-7786 for a free consultation
How often are treatments and how long do they last?
Decompression therapy is 15-30minutes long. However, on a visit to the clinic this therapy is usually accompanied by a chiropractic adjustment and additional therapies based on your individual situation. You can usually expect about 45 minutes for each clinic visit. The number of visits required each week and the total number of visits overall vary from case to case, but usually Spinal Decompression Therapy is conducted 2-3 times a week for 12-24 sessions.
How successful is Decompression Therapy?
Clinical research studies have shown that Decompression Therapy is successful over 8 out of 10 times. Much better than surgery’s success rate.
Can I still have Decompression Therapy even if I have had surgery, but I’m still in pain?
Most post-surgery patients can have Decompression Therapy.