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Spinal Decompression Therapy

What Is Spinal Decompression Therapy?

Spinal decompression therapy is a non-surgical treatment designed to reduce pressure on the spine and relieve low back, leg, neck, and arm pain. Commonly used as a cervical treatment for neck pain and headaches, this conservative approach offers an alternative to surgery for many spinal conditions. Using controlled distraction and precise positioning, spinal decompression gently unloads the spine to help reduce pressure on spinal discs and facet joints, supporting improved comfort and mobility.

Conditions treated with Spinal Decompression Therapy

Many patients seek decompression therapy after other treatments have failed or when they want to avoid surgery. This non-surgical approach may benefit patients experiencing:

  • Bulging, protruding, herniated, prolapsed, or ruptured discs
  • Degenerative disc disease
  • Posterior facet syndrome and acute facet problems
  • Radicular pain and spinal nerve root impingement
  • Sciatica and radiating leg or arm pain
  • Hypomobility and degenerative joint disease
  • Certain compression-related spinal conditions

What to expect during Spinal Decompression Therapy

Spinal decompression therapy is administered while patients remain fully clothed, either face-up or face-down on a specialized decompression table. Treatment typically begins with a series of sessions scheduled 3–4 times per week, with each session lasting approximately 8–12 minutes.

To enhance relaxation and healing, therapies such as electrical muscle stimulation, ultrasound, or therapeutic laser may be used during sessions. Following treatment, your doctor may recommend specific exercises to improve strength, stability, and long-term spinal support.