Decompression
February 26, 2009 by DrLauren
Filed under Health Information
Spinal Decompression Therapy is a revolutionary non-surgical treatment for low back, neck pain, and disc herniations. It is quickly becoming the treatment of choice by chiropractors, medical doctors, and most multi-disciplinary clinics. Doctors and patient using this advanced system are proving beyond a doubt that Spinal Decompression Therapy may be your best chance to avoid back or neck surgery. Before you go under the knife or consume pill after pill of prescription poison, I highly recommend weighing your “less destructive” options that offer more success to back pain sufferers than expensive, dangerous surgery!
Decompression is an effective therapy for:
- Herniated Disc
- Degenerated Disc
- Facet Syndrome
- Sciatica and “Pinched” Nerves
- Post-surgical patients
- Spinal Stenosis
Back pain is the second most common complaint of the people the United States when they see their medical doctors. The only other condition complained of more than back pain is headaches. In most cases, the pain will just “go away”. In some cases, the pain stays and can really alter your mood, life, and health. It is important to know you do not have to live your life with pain. If your doctor has told you it is “all in your head,” or you that you will “have to live with this for the rest of your life,” you need to seek a second opinion by someone knowledgeable who specializes in the biomechanics of the human body that is not quick to cut you or drug you. You may have more options that they do not know about, like Spinal Decompression Therapy.
In this blog article, we will answer the most frequently asked questions about Spinal Decompression Therapy:
How can Spinal Decompression Therapy help?
Who needs Spinal Decompression?
How do I find out if I am a candidate for Spinal Decompression?
Is there research supporting Decompression?
How long will the treatment take?
How much will it cost?
How Can Decompression Therapy Help?
Spinal Decompression Therapy works by restoring function to the injured area. Constant gravitational pull from the Earth, over-use, mis-use, and injury are all factors that cause pressure to build up in the discs between the vertebrae in the spine. The focus of decompression is to open up the disc spaces to release this built-up pressure in addition to increasing the blood, oxygen, and nutrient supply to this vital tissue. During the pull phase, injured discs are gently stretched apart, producing a suction force inside the disc. This draws disc bulges and herniations back into the center of the disc along with oxygen, water, nutrients, and other healing substances. The end result is a strong, healthy, properly functioning disc.
Spinal Decompression Therapy is a lot like disc rehabilitation. Not only does decompression minimize disc bulges and herniations, but it also restores the proper nutrient supply to the disc. This allows the disc to regain its proper motion, and essential nutrient supply. If the decompression is successful, the disc remains healthy even after the treatment is finished.
Optimal Wellness Chiropractic is pleased to provide the DTS Spinal Decompression System. Spinal Decompression Therapy is a revolutionary non-surgical treatment for low back and neck pain and disc herniations.
- It is safe.
- It is comfortable.
- It is effective.
- It is cost effective.
- It is a reasonable alternative to surgery.
For more information visit the American Spinal Decompression Associate at http://www.americanspinal.com/non-surgical-spinal-decompression.html
Who needs Decompression Therapy?
The Triton DTS represents the finest Non-Surgical Decompression Traction System available today. The Spinal Decompression Table is designed to apply distraction tension to the patient’s spine without causing the muscles around your back to contract. When the muscles in the back or neck contract during treatment, it is much more difficult to promote healing and eliminate the true cause of the problem. This is a very important component in the success of decompression.
Decompression therapy is very affordable and MUCH cheaper than surgery. Spinal Decompression is highly recommended by Neurological Research. It was found that out of 778 cases of patients receiving spinal decompression 92% said that they showed improvement (Neurological Research; Volume 20, Number 3, April 1998). The statistics for low back surgery and pain medications are nowhere near this – I promise.
The time to consider it is NOW. The five deadly words in medicine are “maybe it will go away.” What are you waiting for? If you are living with chronic pain, what are the chances you’ll wake up one day pain-free without taking necessary action?
>If the financial aspect is a concern, call our office and ask about a free no-obligation consultation.
Am I a Candidate for Decompression?
Decompression Therapy is an effective treatment for:
• Herniated Disc
• Degenerative Disc Disease
• Facet Syndrome
• Sciatica
• Post-surgical patients
• Spinal Stenosis
Certain people are not candidates for spinal decompression therapy and usually have conditions such as:
• Tumors
• Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm
• Fractures
• Metal Implants, Screws, Plates in the spine
• Osteoporosis
• Pregnancy
Certain Conditions (diseases) that compromise the structural integrity of the spine and discs. These conditions are present in only a small percentage of the population.
For those that are considering Decompression Therapy, we offer a brief consultation free of charge to decide if you are a candidate for treatment at our office.
Does Research Support Decompression?
There is plenty of peer-reviewed, documented research supporting decompression therapy. Below are a few articles that I have found concerning the benefits. I encourage you to research the Triton DTS Decompression system so you can make a truly informed decision. I also encourage my patients to research back surgery risks and success. You will find out on your own that lumbar back surgery is rarely successful for relieving chronic back pain in nearly all long-term studies.
Neurologists, neurosurgeons, orthopedists, orthopedic surgeons, rheumatologists, internists, family practitioners, chiropractors, and multidisciplinary practices all use this treatment. Hundreds of doctors throughout the United States are relieving pain utilizing DTS.
Simple Pelvic Traction Gives Inconsistent Relief to Herniated Lumbar Disc Suffers
Click here for more research articles: http://www.chirospinecenter.com/research.htm
How long will treatment take?
The research shows that in most cases a treatment program for a ruptured or herniated disc begins with 20 spinal decompression treatments accomplished in a period of 4 to 6 weeks. This means that when you’re making a decision to start this program you should be committed to finishing it.
Correcting the spine is a lot like correcting misaligned teeth – they take time. You did not get to where you are overnight so it is important to set realistic expectations for treatment. It may take months to restore it and the rest of your life to stabilize it. This is true whether you go through non-surgical rehab and treatment with our office or if you decide to risk the surgery, rehab and treatment with other facilities.
Each session includes decompression therapy and spinal stabilization exercises and takes about 20 to 45 minutes. Spinal decompression is usually performed 3-5 times a week for 15-20 sessions.
It is your health as well as my reputation on the line here and I take both very seriously, I hope you do too.
How much will treatment cost?
Spinal Decompression therapy has been proven to work in research studies, doctors offices, and hospitals. The Triton DTS machine we use has been proven successful with thousands and thousands of patients nationwide and around the world! But does that guarantee that you will get the same result? Unfortunately not, that is why I encourage you to investigate the clinic and the doctor you choose.
On average, a 4-6 week program of decompression ranges anywhere from $1500-$4000. When comparing to the high cost of surgery and rehab, spinal decompression is an inexpensive investment. While decompression is not covered by insurance at this time, many associated procedures of treatment are covered. We would be happy to go over insurance coverage and cost of treatment with you – please contact us to schedule your complimentary, no-obligation consultation!
Decompression treatment in our office for will include low level (cold) laser therapy, chiropractic adjustments, and decompression. Chiropractic adjustments are highly encouraged and are worked into the price of the overall treatment at a very reasonable rate so that finances cannot stand in the way of you regaining your health and reclaiming your life. We offer many different payment options and affordable payment plans for those of all financial backgrounds.
We strongly encourage you to schedule an appointment in our office for a consultation to speak with one of our doctors about your options for treatment, costs associated, and any other concerns you may have. We will, in more detail, explain how Spinal Decompression works and why it is so effective and why surgery does NOT work and is NOT effective. Contact us today to learn more about Decompression therapy!
just a note to tell you how impressive your website was. i subscribe to most printed or emailed articles and when i saw the decompression article i had to view it. i was considering purchasing a unit like yours and now am more convinced.
do hope all is well with you and your program is marvelous.
john lancaster, dc
winston-salem,nc