Spinal Decompression in Exeter NH

This gentle, non-surgical procedure can provide lower back and neck pain relief, and sciatica pain relief, and is a state-of-the-art procedure for, bulging, herniated, or degenerative disc disease in the neck and lumbar regions.

The gentle distractive forces of the Spinal Decompression create a decompression of the spine with unloading due to distraction and proper positioning, to improve blood flow and nutrient exchange to the injured area. You'll experience several cycles of stretch and relaxation, which graduate to a peak over a period of several minutes.

Are you a Candidate for Spinal Decompression?

Patients with any of the following symptoms/conditions are candidates for Spinal Decompression Therapy:

• Back Pain/Neck Pain/Joint pain
• Sciatica (pain, weakness, or tingling that extends down the leg)
• Numbness
• Bulging, Herniated, or Protruding Discs
• Degenerative Disc Disease/Degenerative Joint Disease
• Worn Spinal Joints (Posterior Facet Syndrome)
• Pain, weakness, or tingling that extends down the arm
• Nerve Impingement
• Discogenic Pain (Pain Originating from the Disc)
• Spinal Stenosis

What Does a Treatment Plan Look Like?

Only cases with a high likelihood of success are accepted. To determine if Spinal Decompression Therapy is an option each patient will need the following:

• A complete case history review
• A thorough clinical spinal examination
• Recent Digital X-ray and/or MRI

Most spinal decompression therapy plans consist of 12-24 visits over four to eight weeks.

If patients are also under chiropractic care, spinal decompression therapy and adjustments are performed on the same visit. Ideally, treatments are spaced at least 48 hours apart.

Upon successful completion of a spinal decompression treatment protocol, patients will have the option to continue on a maintenance program moving forward.

FAQ’s

1. Do I need a referral from my medical doctor?  While many doctors do refer to our office, a referral is not required for spinal decompression therapy.
2. Does it hurt?  Nope! During treatment, most patients will only feel a gentle stretch in the spine.
3. Is it effective?  Research says yes! In a study conducted at the Mayo Clinic, upon finishing an initial spinal decompression protocol, overall pain was decreased by 88.9%!
4. How long does treatment last?  A normal visit lasts anywhere from 15-20 minutes.
5. Can I continue other treatments I am currently on?  Most patients are generally able to continue with other treatments. In fact, research has shown that the addition of spinal decompression therapy actually helps improve other treatment outcomes.

Call our team at Steiner Family Chiropractic if you have questions about spinal decompression in Exeter NH.