Non-Surgical Spinal Decompression Therapy is a spinal disc rehabilitation program that uses FDA cleared medical technology that gently stretches the spine and decompresses the discs. This technique of spinal decompression therapy has shown the ability to gently separate the vertebrae from each other, creating a vacuum inside the discs and spinal facet joints.

The negative pressure can create the retraction of the herniated or bulging disc back to its normal position and reduce the pressure within the spinal facet joints. Decompressing the discs and spinal facet joints can drastically reduce pain and disability. It happens only microscopically each time, but cumulatively, over four to six weeks, the results are quite impressive.

This is an innovative approach for the relief of lower back syndromes, including:

• Herniated or bulging discs
• Degenerative disc disease
• Posterior facet syndrome
• Sciatica
• Acute or chronic back pain

The cycles of decompression and partial relaxation over a series of visits, promotes the diffusion of water, oxygen, and nutrient-rich fluids from the outside of the discs to the inside. These nutrients enable the torn and degenerated disc fibers to begin the healing process.

Patients are treated fully clothed and are fitted with a pelvic harness that fits around their pelvis as well as a thoracic harness as they lie face up on a computerized controlled table. The doctor operates the table from a computerized console. Each treatment takes about 20 to 35 minutes. Most patients find the sessions to be comfortable, and relief of pain can sometimes be noticed in the first few sessions. Of course, this varies depending on the individual condition.

How much does the therapy cost?

That depends on many factors, as there are many variations of disc injury and severity. The great news is that it can be very affordable to all patients; we can also provide stress-free payment plans or financing. This enables patients to receive the care they desperately need even if they are on fixed incomes and/or Medicare.

Will my insurance cover it?

There are many insurance plans, all with different benefits. Some plans cover the costs of associated procedures. We will certainly be glad to help you verify all of your insurance benefits when you come into the office for a consultation.

Are there any reasons that I can’t go on this type of therapy?

The doctor has to determine if you are a candidate as there are certain conditions for which this therapy would be contraindicated The doctors perform a screening process and only then accept the cases they think this therapy can help the most.

Certain people are not candidates for spinal decompression therapy and usually have conditions such as:

• Tumors
• Abdominal Aortic Aneurism
• Fractures
• Metal Implants/Screws/Plates in spine
• Advanced 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.

What else do I need to know?

Studies demonstrate that Spinal Decompression Therapy succeeds at treating bulging or herniated discs over 70% of the time. This of course varies depending on the complexity of the injury and other factors. Many times patients are able to avoid more costly and invasive procedures. We make decompression treatments convenient for patients. All evaluation, diagnostic work and therapy can be performed here at Triad Pain Management. Patients do not need to make special trips to large, impersonal hospitals for management.