How does spinal decompression therapy help my back pain?
Non-surgical spinal decompression is a non-invasive procedure done in a neck or low back clinic. The therapy uses traction that pulls the vertebrae apart in cycles called distraction and relaxation. During the whole process, the machine and the physiotherapist closely monitor the patient. The procedure is generally well tolerated and patients usually do not complain of any problems following the procedure. Some patients get immediate relief and fall asleep on the table.Decompression is the term describing the relief of pressure nerves and other pain sensitive structures during the procedure. It is during the procedure that pressure is taken off the nerves and spinal discs. The discs do not have a very good blood supply so this allows the flow of water and nutrients to take place, facilitating healing and rehydration of the disc. This procedure has shown great results for facet syndrome, spinal arthritis, spondylosis, herniated and bulging discs. Patients are placed on a table where str
