Are there medical studies that document the effectiveness of Spinal Decompression-Traction Therapy?
Yes, many studies. In one study (documented by MRI) done by EL. EYERMAN, MD documented in the Journal of Neuroimaging, June 1998, found up to 90% reduction of disc herniations in 10 of 14 cases and other studies reported that the majority of ruptured disc patients achieved “good” to “excellent” results after spinal decompression-traction therapy. Are there conditions where Spinal Decompression Therapy is not indicated? Spinal decompression-traction therapy is not recommended for pregnant women, patients who have severe osteoporosis, severe obesity or severe nerve damage. Spinal surgery with instrumentation (screws, metal plates or “cages”) is also contraindicated. Spinal decompression-traction therapy can be performed after bone fusion or non-fusion surgery. Are the sessions painful, how many sessions will be needed and what is the cost? In almost all cases, the treatments are completely painless. In fact, some patients fall asleep during the spinal decompression-traction session. The
