Is it hard for you to lift heavy items because of your back? What about bending over to pick up items off the floor? If you have pain in your legs (sciatica) and /or lower back from lifting, an accident or just gradual chronic pain, then spinal decompression might be right for you. Spinal decompression therapy is when our doctor places you on a motorized device that stretches your spine. Dr. Nicholas Stamoulos at East Arlington Chiropractic explains the benefits of this treatment method.
Spinal decompression therapy works best if you have a bulging or herniated disc or spinal stenosis (narrowing from bone spurs or arthritis around a nerve). This type of therapy has been used by many chiropractors and therapists alike for years. Spinal decompression therapy creates a negative pressure inside the disc which helps the out of place disc re-align or get sucked back in place. In case of stenosis or other nerve pressure it opens up the spine and takes pressure off the nerve. It also promotes healing to the spine overall. This treatment does not hurt at all, especially if it’s applied to the general lumbar region. Most people with spinal issues are good candidates but if you have the following, spinal decompression therapy is not recommended:
- Pregnancy
- Broken spinal vertebrae
- Failed back surgery
- Multiple surgeries with slow recovery time
In addition, spinal decompression therapy is not recommended for those who have or had spinal tumors or infections, osteoporosis or if the patient is taking blood thinners.
If you suffer from spinal pain and think you may benefit from spinal decompression therapy, please give us a call to discuss your treatment options. To learn more about the services we provide at our office, visit www.painlessbody.com for more information. To schedule a consultation with Dr. Nicholas Stamoulos at East Arlington Chiropractic, in Arlington, MA, call (781) 641-4482.
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