Suffering from herniated discs or sciatica? Spinal decompression therapy offers gentle, non-surgical relief. Our advanced traction system relieves pressure on nerves and discs without surgery, drugs, or downtime.
Spinal decompression therapy is a non-surgical treatment that gently stretches the spine to relieve pressure on compressed discs and nerves. Using a specialized traction table, we create negative pressure within the discs, allowing herniated or bulging material to retract and promoting the flow of healing nutrients.
Unlike traditional traction, modern spinal decompression uses computer-controlled pulling forces that alternate between stretching and relaxation. This prevents your muscles from resisting the treatment, making it more comfortable and effective.
At Absolute Wellness, we use FDA-cleared decompression technology to provide safe, effective relief for disc-related conditions without the risks and recovery time of surgery.
When the soft inner material of a spinal disc pushes through the outer layer, it can compress nerves and cause severe pain. Decompression creates negative pressure that helps the herniated material retract.
Similar to herniation but less severe, bulging discs occur when the disc extends beyond its normal boundary. This can still cause significant pain and nerve irritation that responds well to decompression.
Shooting pain down your leg caused by compression of the sciatic nerve. Decompression relieves pressure on the nerve roots, reducing pain, numbness, and tingling in your legs and feet.
As discs wear down with age, they lose height and hydration. Decompression helps by creating space for nutrient-rich fluids to enter the disc, supporting natural healing and pain relief.
When vertebrae compress nerves exiting the spine, it causes pain, numbness, and weakness. Decompression creates space between vertebrae, relieving nerve pressure and restoring function.
If you've had back surgery but still experience pain, decompression therapy may help. It's a non-invasive alternative that can provide relief without additional surgical intervention.
Our computer-controlled decompression table uses precise traction forces to create negative pressure in your spinal discs.
You lie comfortably on the decompression table while a harness gently pulls your spine. The computer controls the exact amount of force and cycles between stretching and relaxation.
The gentle pulling creates negative pressure (suction) within the disc. This negative pressure can cause herniated or bulging disc material to retract back into place.
The negative pressure also draws in oxygen, water, and nutrient-rich fluids. This promotes natural healing of damaged discs and tissues.
As pressure is relieved from nerves and discs, inflammation decreases, pain reduces, and normal function begins to return. Most patients feel improvement within a few sessions.
Avoid the risks, costs, and lengthy recovery of back surgery. Decompression therapy is non-invasive, safe, and effective for many disc-related conditions.
We perform a thorough examination including your medical history, physical assessment, and review of any X-rays or MRI results to determine if decompression is right for you.
You lie fully clothed on the decompression table. A comfortable harness is fitted around your hips (for lower back) or neck (for cervical treatment).
The table gently pulls and releases in cycles over 20-30 minutes. Most patients find it relaxing—many even fall asleep during treatment!
Most patients need 15-20 sessions over 4-6 weeks. Treatments are typically scheduled 3 times per week initially, then reduced as you improve.
We often combine decompression with chiropractic adjustments, therapeutic exercises, and other modalities to enhance your results.
Many patients notice improvement within the first few sessions. Results continue to improve throughout treatment and beyond as your discs heal.
We use FDA-cleared, computer-controlled decompression equipment that provides precise, comfortable treatment with proven results.
Dr. Kelch has successfully treated hundreds of patients with disc-related conditions using spinal decompression therapy.
We combine decompression with chiropractic care, exercises, and lifestyle guidance for optimal long-term results.
Decompression is a fraction of the cost of surgery and is covered by many insurance plans. We offer flexible payment options.
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