Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is Spinal Decompression Therapy and how does it work?

A: Non-Surgical Spinal Decompression Therapy is a spinal disc rehabilitation program that uses FDA-cleared medical technology that gently stretches the spine and decompresses the discs. The Spinal Decompression Therapy technique, which involves unloading due to distraction and positioning, has shown the ability to gently separate the vertebrae from one another creating a vacuum inside the discs that we are targeting. This "vacuum effect" is also known as negative intradiscal pressure.

The cycles of decompression and partial relaxation over a series of visits promotes the diffusion of water, oxygen and nutrient-rich fluids from the outside of the discs to the inside. These nutrients enable the torn and degenerated disc fibers to begin to heal.

Patients are treated fully clothed and are fitted with a pelvic harness that fits around their pelvis as well as a thoracic harness as they lie face down or face up on a computerized control table. The doctor operates the table from a computerized console. Each treatment takes about 15 to 25 minutes. Most patients find the sessions to be comfortable and relief of pain can sometimes be noticed within the first few sessions. Of course, this varies depending on the individual condition.

Q: Will Non-Surgical Spinal Decompression help a slipped disc?

A: A “bulging” or "herniated" disc is sometimes incorrectly referred to as a "slipped" disc. Studies demonstrate that Spinal Decompression Therapy succeeds at treating bulging or herniated discs more than 70 percent of the time. This, of course, varies depending on the complexity of the injury and other factors. Many times patients are able to avoid more costly and invasive procedures with Spinal Decompression Therapy.

Q: How much does the therapy cost?

A: The great news is that Spinal Decompression Therapy can be very affordable. Many offices offering Spinal Decompression Therapy are charging upwards of $5,000. Our main goal is to help you get better, so we will help you at a fraction of that cost. We will offer the entire procedure from start to finish (up to 20 session) for one low affordable price. We will also offer payment plans to qualified individuals. This enables patients to receive the care they desperately need even if they are on fixed incomes and/or Medicare.

Q: Will my insurance cover it?

A: There are many insurance plans, all with different benefits. Some plans cover the costs of associated procedures. We will certainly be glad to help you verify all of your insurance benefits when you come into the office for a consultation.

Q: Are there any reasons that I can't go on this type of therapy?

A: The doctor will determine in cooperation with your other care professionals if you are a candidate as there are certain conditions for which Spinal Decompression Therapy is not recommended.