Spinal Decompression For Slipped Discs

Slipped discs refer to a problem with the discs between vertebrae. Discs are rubbery cushions that sit between the bones making up the spine. Sometimes, the soft center of the disc pushes out through a tear in the tough exterior casing. It then irritates the nerves, resulting in pain or numbness. Surgery is not necessary, as spinal decompression alleviates symptoms effectively.

Symptoms of Slipped Discs

Slipped discs do not usually cause symptoms; when they do, it depends on the location. The symptoms usually affect one side of the body. They include:

Numbness
Pain extending to your arms or legs
Muscle weakness
Tingling or burning sensation in the area affected
Pain at night or with movement

Treatment Using Spinal Decompression

Spinal decompression is a non-invasive form of treatment. It uses traction technology on a special mechanical or motorized table. It relieves pressure by pulling vertebrae apart so the discs can move back into place. The traction relieves pressure on nerves and promotes healing.

The treatment is popular for people with slipped discs as it is non-invasive and thus entails fewer risks. It takes 30-45 minutes; however, that depends on which part needs treatment. It is often daily for the first two weeks, then reduced to thrice or twice a week.

It Is Pain-Free

Spinal decompression is a non-invasive procedure, and it has no painful recovery afterward. The treatment happens using a mechanical table. You lie on the table and the doctor straps you in. Your positioning depends on where the slipped disc is.

They will strap you in on your pelvis and around your abdomen. The motorized table moves and relieves pressure, allowing the slipped discs to get back in place.

It Is Highly Effective

Research shows that spinal decompression is highly effective in treating slipped discs. There is a significant improvement with spinal decompression treatment. The gentle stretching of the spine relieves the pressure on the discs. It creates a vacuum that allows the discs to slide back into position.

It also helps dislodge blockages, allowing circulation of nutrients and blood flow. The healing nutrients help speed up the recovery time of the discs. There is thus no need for surgery, which is invasive and can result in complications.

It Improves Posture

Poor posture affects your spine, and sometimes, it results in pain. Spinal decompression realigns the spine and removes nerve interference. It deals with the pain when sitting, standing, or walking, allowing good posture. It is necessary to have regular care to the discs of your spine with spinal decompression in addition to spinal decompression. It results in dramatic improvement of posture.

It Is Long-term

You will have six to eight sessions before the pain starts to subside. Spinal decompression forces nutrients into the discs. The nutrients promote healing and rehydrate the disc, which also gets back in place. The secret to long-term results from the treatment is consistency. Keep up with your prescribed treatments and your scheduled appointments.

For more information on spinal decompression and slipped discs, contact Elevate Life Health Center at our office in Kansas City, Missouri. You can call (816) 339-5900 to book an appointment today.