You know how disruptive to your life it can be if you have chronic back pain, as well as other related symptoms. All you can think about is trying to find relief from your pain. Many people have found the answer; spinal decompression treatments. The question you may have—should it be surgical or non-surgical? Here's what you need to know to help decide what is right for you.
First -- What are Nonsurgical Spinal Decompression Treatments?
Nonsurgical spinal decompression therapy is a type of motorized traction to relieve back pain by gently stretching the spine to change the force and position of the spine. This takes the pressure off the spinal disks (gel-like cushions between the bones in your spine). The advocates of nonsurgical spinal decompression treatments say that over time, negative pressure from this therapy will cause the bulging or herniated disks to retract, thereby taking the pressure off the nerves and other structures in your spine. This release of pressure helps promote the movement of water, oxygen, and nutrient-rich fluids into the disks so they can heal.
If you are suffering from:
- Back or neck pain
- Sciatica (pain, weakness, or tingling that extends down the leg)
- Bulging or herniated disks or degenerative disk disease
- Worn spinal joints (called posterior facet syndrome)
- Injured or diseased spinal nerve roots (called radiculopathy)
Doctors have used nonsurgical spinal decompression treatments to treat these conditions. Research is ongoing to determine the true effectiveness of nonsurgical spinal decompression treatments compared to other less expensive alternatives to surgery, such as...
- Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs)
- Physical therapy
- Exercise
- Limited rest
- Steroid injections
- Bracing
- Chiropractic
Second -- Why not Surgical Spinal Decompression?
Surgical spinal decompression is another option for treating certain types of back pain and is usually used as a last resort. If other measures don't work, your doctor may suggest surgical spinal decompression for bulging or ruptured disks, bony growths, or other spinal problems. Surgery may help relieve symptoms from pressure on the spinal cord or nerves.
The doctors at McKim Chiropractic treat our patients with the DRS Protocol™, non-surgical spinal decompression treatments to relieve back pain associated with spinal and disc problems. Before prescribing a course of treatment, you will be given a thorough examination to determine whether you are a candidate for the DRS Protocol™ Therapy. Contact our doctors at McKim Chiropractic by calling our Nampa, ID offices or go to https://www.mckimchiropractic.com for more information. Our licensed and certified staff is happy to help the residents of Nampa, ID obtain a pain-free living.
