Spinal Decompression Therapy: An Option for Pain Treatment
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The non-surgical treatment for various ailments such as the herniated disc and lower back pain is commonly called the spinal decompression therapy. This can also be applied for treatment of pain in the leg, neck, arm, buttocks and hip.
Highlights of spinal decompression therapy
One of the approved treatments of the FDA for chronic back pain is the spinal decompression therapy and believed to have a long-term positive effect. The therapy is working in such a way that spine is stretched very gradually in order to alleviate the pressure on each vertebrae and compressed disc. To achieve the long-term effect, series of therapy has to be done as one-time treatment would not eliminate the pain.
Kinds of conditions
Herniated disc, degenerative disc disease, face joint syndrome and sciatica are the most common conditions being treated by spinal decompression therapy. The best benefit that these conditions can get from the therapy is the release of pressure thus, creating spaces among every focal point either that of spine or vertebrae relieving the patient from pain.
Treatment method
In treating patients with above conditions with the spinal decompression therapy, a computer, decompression table and back specialist are needed. First, the patient will be fastened on top of the decompression table. While moving the decompression table very slowly in an interval of about one minute, the computer will control the distraction force. The application of distraction force is necessary to divert the patient’s attention away from pain as in this process the spine is being pulled apart slowly to create a small space in between vertebrae. The spine is pulled back to its normal position painlessly.
Cost considerations
The spinal decompression therapy as an alternative non-surgical cure has been in existence for approximately decades now still, the procedure is quite expensive although it has proven its effectiveness in treating pain. Undergoing a spinal decompression therapy normally requires 15-24 treatment visit sessions, each session lasting for 5 minutes.
Distinct Benefit
The most distinctive benefit a spinal decompression therapy is that it has the capability to cure the accurate location of the injury and not only the symptoms. It proceeds directly to the cause of the injury. Once the spine is compressed, nutrient and blood flow discontinue resulting to weakening and breakage.
The commitment
As mentioned, it takes about 15-24 visit sessions to complete the spinal decompression therapy. Make sure that you have the commitment to be there every session to achieve the relief from pain otherwise you are wasting both your time and money. More so, in case the spinal decompression therapy did not succeed because of failure on your part to complete the session, surgery may not be far from happening.
Possible risk
Those patients with high blood pressure and with serious back injuries must consult first their physician before engaging in a spinal decompression therapy. Though it is said to aid in treating pain, there is always an exception as it may cause worsening of the current condition. A medical advice and clearance from experts and specialist shall be taken into consideration.
The spinal decompression therapy as an option for pain treatment is something you won’t ever regret having undergone.
Highlights of spinal decompression therapy
One of the approved treatments of the FDA for chronic back pain is the spinal decompression therapy and believed to have a long-term positive effect. The therapy is working in such a way that spine is stretched very gradually in order to alleviate the pressure on each vertebrae and compressed disc. To achieve the long-term effect, series of therapy has to be done as one-time treatment would not eliminate the pain.
Kinds of conditions
Herniated disc, degenerative disc disease, face joint syndrome and sciatica are the most common conditions being treated by spinal decompression therapy. The best benefit that these conditions can get from the therapy is the release of pressure thus, creating spaces among every focal point either that of spine or vertebrae relieving the patient from pain.
Treatment method
In treating patients with above conditions with the spinal decompression therapy, a computer, decompression table and back specialist are needed. First, the patient will be fastened on top of the decompression table. While moving the decompression table very slowly in an interval of about one minute, the computer will control the distraction force. The application of distraction force is necessary to divert the patient’s attention away from pain as in this process the spine is being pulled apart slowly to create a small space in between vertebrae. The spine is pulled back to its normal position painlessly.
Cost considerations
The spinal decompression therapy as an alternative non-surgical cure has been in existence for approximately decades now still, the procedure is quite expensive although it has proven its effectiveness in treating pain. Undergoing a spinal decompression therapy normally requires 15-24 treatment visit sessions, each session lasting for 5 minutes.
Distinct Benefit
The most distinctive benefit a spinal decompression therapy is that it has the capability to cure the accurate location of the injury and not only the symptoms. It proceeds directly to the cause of the injury. Once the spine is compressed, nutrient and blood flow discontinue resulting to weakening and breakage.
The commitment
As mentioned, it takes about 15-24 visit sessions to complete the spinal decompression therapy. Make sure that you have the commitment to be there every session to achieve the relief from pain otherwise you are wasting both your time and money. More so, in case the spinal decompression therapy did not succeed because of failure on your part to complete the session, surgery may not be far from happening.
Possible risk
Those patients with high blood pressure and with serious back injuries must consult first their physician before engaging in a spinal decompression therapy. Though it is said to aid in treating pain, there is always an exception as it may cause worsening of the current condition. A medical advice and clearance from experts and specialist shall be taken into consideration.
The spinal decompression therapy as an option for pain treatment is something you won’t ever regret having undergone.