Traditional treatments for back and spine problems include surgery or chiropractic adjustment. Spinal Decompression Therapy is an alternative FDA-approved treatment option that has shown very good results. It provides gentle decompression of the disc through the use of a decompression table that applies a distraction force to the targeted area of the spine (the compressed disc). A computer controls the distraction force which is applied in between periods of relaxation. This gently elongates the spine, creating a small vacuum between the vertebrae which then helps pull the disc back into shape.
In the same manner as a repetitive stress injury, spinal decompression therapy works in very minute increments. After a series of treatments, these increments add up to let the disc reshape itself, allowing the proper flow of nutrients to the discs, thereby resulting in healing.
What does Spinal Decompression Therapy mean?
The term "spinal decompression" describes the relief of pressure on one or many pinched nerves (neural impingement) of the spinal column. Spinal decompression can be achieved both surgically and non-surgically and is used to treat conditions that result in chronic back pain such as:
- disc bulge;
- herniation;
- sciatica;
- spinal Stenosis; and
- isthmic and degenerative spondylolisthesis.
Non-invasive spinal decompression therapy is promoted as safe and effective without the normal risks associated with procedures such as injections, anesthesia, or surgery. Spinal decompression works through a series of 15 one-minute alternating decompression and relaxation cycles. During the decompression phase, the pressure in the disc is reduced and a vacuum-type of effect is produced on the nucleus pulposis. At the same time, nutrition is diffused into the disc allowing itself to heal.
Our doctors at McKim Chiropractic specialize in spinal decompression therapy and treat qualifying patients with the DRS Protocol™, a non-surgical alternative to treat back pain associated with spinal and disc problems. Call McKim Chiropractic or go to https://www.mckimchiropractic.com for more information about spinal decompression therapy. Our licensed and certified staff is happy to help the residents of Nampa, ID obtain pain-free living.
