Neck and back pain can result from a variety of conditions, including disc injuries, degenerative changes, arthritis, nerve irritation, and muscle or ligament strains. For some patients, non-surgical spinal decompression therapy may be a helpful part of a comprehensive, conservative treatment plan aimed at reducing pain and improving function.

Key Insight:

Non-surgical spinal decompression therapy is a form of motorized traction that gently and precisely stretches the spine using a computerized table. The treatment is designed to reduce mechanical loading on the spine and may help improve mobility, decrease pain, and reduce stress on spinal structures in appropriately selected patients.

Current research suggests that some individuals with disc-related neck or back pain, lumbar or cervical radiculopathy (pinched nerves), or chronic spinal pain may experience improvements in pain and physical function when spinal decompression is combined with other evidence-based treatments. Spinal decompression is most often incorporated into a comprehensive care plan that may include chiropractic adjustments, therapeutic exercise, soft tissue therapy, ergonomic education, and activity modification.

Every treatment plan is individualized based on the patient's history, physical examination, diagnosis, symptoms, health history, functional goals, and response to care. The goal is to provide the most appropriate conservative treatment while helping patients improve mobility, reduce pain, and return to their normal daily activities.

Interested in learning whether spinal decompression therapy may be appropriate for your condition? Contact our office today to schedule a comprehensive evaluation and discuss your personalized treatment options.

Contact Us:

Dr. Peter Britton, DC & Dr. Alyssa Lenox, DC
1111 N. Northgate Way
Seattle, WA 98133
Phone: 206-523-2225
Appointments can be made on our website: https://intouchwithhealthseattle.com/home

Sources:

• Wegner I, Widyahening IS, van Tulder MW, et al. Traction for Low Back Pain With or Without Sciatica. Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews. Available through PubMed.

• Delitto A, George SZ, Van Dillen LR, et al. Low Back Pain Clinical Practice Guidelines Linked to the International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health. Journal of Orthopaedic & Sports Physical Therapy. Available through PubMed.

• North American Spine Society. Evidence-Based Clinical Guidelines for the Diagnosis and Treatment of Lumbar Disc Herniation with Radiculopathy. Available through PubMed.

• Kreiner DS, Matz P, Bono CM, et al. Evidence-Based Clinical Guidelines for the Diagnosis and Treatment of Cervical Radiculopathy from Degenerative Disorders. Available through PubMed.