We all know someone who suffers from disc bulges, herniation, arm and leg numbness, or sciatica. What some people don’t know, is that there is a perfectly safe treatment called Traction Therapy, or Decompression therapy that is non-surgical, very affordable, and a great alternative to surgery. Traction therapy has been shown to reduce pain, reduce pressure on the nerves, as well as reducing the size of disc bulges to help heal the area. Listed below are some of the most common conditions that can benefit from Traction Therapy.
Decompression/Traction Therapy is an effective treatment for:
- Herniated disc
- Degenerative disc
- Facet syndrome
- Sciatica
- Post-surgical patients
- Spinal Stenosis
- Auto Accidents
- Hand and Leg numbness
- Carpal Tunnel
- Arm and Leg Pain
Traction or Decompression therapy works by creating a negative pressure in the disc, due to the pull from the traction table. This negative pressure acts as a vacuum that can help reduce the bulge by “sucking” the disc back in. It also helps to draw nutrients into the disc to help with healing the disc as there is limited blood supple to the area. It has been shown to the best non-surgical treatment option for disc injuries to the neck and back. It is completely save, will reduce short term pain, and shown very effective for reducing the effects of bulging discs.
Only a medical professional can help you decide if traction therapy is a viable treatment option for your unique situation.
If you have neck or back pain due to conditions like disc herniation, disc bulges, spinal stenosis, numbness in hand and feet, facet disease, slipped discs, bone spurs, and other treatments haven’t relieved the pain. Contact us at Brooks Chiropractic in Shakopee, MN (952)456-6611 to see if spinal traction is right for you.
