Spinal Decompression Therapy
A gentle, non-surgical treatment designed to reduce pressure on spinal discs and nerves while supporting mobility, comfort, and long-term recovery.
Disc pressure can affect far more than the spine. It can interfere with walking, sitting, sleeping, working, exercising, and enjoying everyday life.
Spinal decompression therapy is designed to gently stretch the spine in a controlled manner, helping reduce pressure around irritated discs and nerves without surgery or injections.
What is spinal decompression therapy?
Non-surgical spinal decompression is a specialized form of motorized traction. During treatment, the spine is gently stretched and relaxed through carefully controlled cycles.
These controlled changes may reduce pressure inside the spinal discs and create a more favorable environment for movement, circulation, and the body’s natural healing process.
The treatment settings are customized based on the area being treated, the patient’s condition, body position, comfort, and response to therapy.
Creating space and reducing pressure.
Spinal discs act as cushions between the vertebrae. When a disc becomes injured, compressed, bulging, or irritated, nearby nerves and tissues may also become affected.
Decompression therapy applies gentle traction to the spine. This may help reduce pressure on affected discs and support improved movement of fluid, oxygen, and nutrients through the surrounding tissues.
Gentle traction changes the forces affecting the spine.
The goal is not to force the spine. The system uses controlled phases of pull and relaxation based on your treatment plan.
Help reduce mechanical pressure affecting discs and nearby structures.
Encourage separation and movement between targeted spinal segments.
Support movement of oxygen, nutrients, and fluid through surrounding tissues.
Support more comfortable movement and normal daily activity.
Reasons patients consider decompression.
Spinal decompression may be considered for certain conditions involving discs, nerves, spinal joints, and recurring back or neck discomfort.
Not every type of back or neck pain should be treated with spinal decompression. Your provider will evaluate your condition before recommending care.
What spinal decompression feels like.
During treatment, you remain fully clothed and lie comfortably on the decompression table. A support system is positioned around the body to help control the treatment area.
The computerized system then applies gentle and carefully measured traction. Most patients describe the process as comfortable and relaxing.
You are positioned based on whether the lower back or neck is being treated.
Treatment force and positioning are selected according to your findings and comfort.
The system alternates between gentle pulling and relaxation phases.
Your response is reviewed so future sessions can be adjusted when necessary.
Decompression is usually provided as a series of sessions.
The number and frequency of visits depend on your diagnosis, symptom history, severity, response to treatment, and overall care plan. Recommendations are discussed after your evaluation.
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Spinal Decompression Program
Financing is available with Affirm. Review the treatment program, then check your eligibility and apply for a monthly payment plan through Affirm.
Apply for Financing with Affirm →Is spinal decompression right for you?
The best way to determine whether decompression is appropriate is through a consultation, examination, and review of your health history and any available imaging.
Patients experiencing:
- Disc-related back or neck pain
- Radiating arm or leg discomfort
- Recurring pain that limits activity
- Reduced movement or spinal stiffness
- Symptoms not improving with basic care
Decompression may not be appropriate when:
- Certain fractures or spinal instability are present
- Recent spinal surgery requires restrictions
- Severe osteoporosis affects the spine
- Specific tumors or infections are involved
- Other medical contraindications are identified
How we build your treatment plan.
Consultation
We review your symptoms, pain pattern, previous treatment, injuries, and health history.
Examination
Your provider evaluates movement, posture, spinal function, neurological findings, and areas of discomfort.
Imaging Review
When relevant, existing X-rays, MRI findings, or other records may be reviewed.
Recommendation
We explain whether decompression is appropriate and how it may fit into your broader care plan.
Spinal decompression FAQ.
Treatment is generally designed to be comfortable. The settings are adjusted to your condition and tolerance, and you should communicate any discomfort during the session.
A typical decompression session may take approximately 20 to 30 minutes, although appointment length can vary depending on the treatment plan.
The number of visits varies by condition, symptom severity, health history, and response to treatment. Your provider will explain the recommended schedule after your evaluation.
Spinal decompression may be considered for certain patients with herniated or bulging discs. A clinical evaluation is necessary to determine whether it is appropriate for your specific condition.
No. Chiropractic adjustments use controlled movements to improve joint function, while decompression uses motorized traction to gently stretch targeted areas of the spine. The treatments may be used together when appropriate.
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