Spinal decompression stretches and relaxes the spine intermittently to take pressure off the spinal nerves. This therapy can be utilized for both neck and low back. When the nerves are irritated, localized pain or pain in the extremities can be present. As the spine is stretched, a vacuum is created within the disc. This vacuum effect stimulates the flow of blood and nutrients into the area, stimulating a healing response. With the decrease of irritation of the nerve and the decrease in inflammation that occurs as the healing process progresses, a reduction of symptoms is attained. This allows the relief of localized pain or extremity pain. Different things that decompression may be used for include:
Bulging discs
Herniated discs
Degenerative disc disease
Acute facet problems
Radicular pain
Spinal root impingement
Hypomobility
Degenerative joint disease
Facet syndrome
Joint Pain