Spinal Traction

Traction therapy can benefit people suffering from lower back pain related to a variety of issues. Medical studies show that up to 86% of ruptured disc patients experienced positive results after treatment with this type of modality. The patient is positioned on a motorized table to gently open up the joint space. For more acute patients, Flexion-Distraction Technique may be used as it offers a more focused gentle decompression of the disc because it is a hands-on therapy. In either case, gentle movement assists and improves disc circulation, providing relief from associated pain and inflammation. Moreover, it can help relieve low back pain and spinal pain related to several other common conditions, including:

• Herniated Discs
• Swollen or  Inflamed Discs
• Spinal  Stenosis
• Sciatica
• Arthritis
• Headaches

Back Pain Relief

In most cases, the treatment is completely painless and lasts about 15 minutes. Decompression or Traction therapy is recommended along with other Physiotherapy, Manual Therapy and Chiropractic modalities to give you the support you need to reach your health goals.

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Frequently Asked Questions:

Q: How long does a Spinal Traction session last?

A: While sessions can vary in length based on the plan of care, a typical session lasts about 10-15 minutes. 

Q: How many sessions until I will feel relief?

A: Some patients experience immediate relief, though the best results usually occur after 8-12 sessions.

Q: What does Spinal Traction do?

A: This modality gently open the joint space to relieve built-up spinal pressure. The therapeutic effects of this procedure can help alleviate neck and shoulder pain in addition to back pain.

Q: Does insurance cover Spinal Traction?

A: Most major health insurance carriers cover this modality, although some patients  prefer the self-pay route.