Spinal Decompression

What to Expect During Spinal Decompression in Los Angeles

During spinal decompression treatment at our Los Angeles clinic, you can expect to lie down on a motorized table, which gently pulls and stretches your spine. The goal is to create negative pressure within the spinal discs, which can help alleviate pain and pressure on the nerves.

Here are some more specific steps you can expect during a spinal decompression treatment:

• Evaluation: Before the treatment, Dr. Nini will evaluate your medical history, perform a physical exam, and may also order imaging tests such as X-rays or MRI scans to determine if spinal decompression is an appropriate treatment option for you.
• Preparation: You will lie down on a special table that can move and adjust to different angles. A harness will be placed around your hips and attached to the table.
• Treatment: The table will gently stretch and relax your spine, creating negative pressure within the spinal discs. The treatment may last for 20 to 45 minutes, and Dr. Nini may use heat or ice therapy to further relax your muscles.
• Post-treatment: After the treatment, you may feel immediate relief, although it may take several sessions to achieve optimal results. Dr. Nini may also recommend exercises and stretches to do at home to help improve your spinal health.

In general, spinal decompression is a safe, proven and effective treatment solution for a large majority of patients who suffer from chronic back pain.

How Does Spinal Decompression Work to Relief Back Pain?

The spinal discs are the gel-like cushions located between each vertebra of the spine. These discs are designed to absorb shock and pressure, allowing the spine to move freely and flexibly. However, as we age or experience certain conditions, these discs can become damaged or degenerated, which can cause pain, discomfort, and reduced mobility.

When a disc is damaged or degenerated, it may bulge or herniate, which can put pressure on the nerves that run through the spine. This pressure can cause pain, numbness, tingling, or weakness in the back, legs, arms, or other parts of the body, depending on where the affected nerves are located.

Spinal decompression works by creating negative pressure within the spinal discs, which can help reduce pressure on the nerves and allow the disc to heal. As the table stretches and relaxes the spine, the pressure inside the disc decreases, which can help to reposition bulging or herniated disc material back into its normal position. This, in turn, can alleviate pressure on the nerves and reduce pain and other symptoms.

Spinal decompression can also stimulate the flow of oxygen, blood, and nutrients to the affected area, which can help promote healing and reduce inflammation. In some cases, spinal decompression may also help to increase the height of the spinal discs, which can relieve pressure on the nerves and improve overall spinal function.

Overall, spinal decompression can be an effective non-surgical treatment option for many people with back pain caused by damaged or degenerated spinal discs.

What are the Benefits of Spinal Decompression Therapy?

Spinal decompression therapy is an FDA-cleared treatment that offers several vital health benefits:

Pain relief

The treatment can serve to stimulate the release of neuro-signals that carry a painkilling effect on the body, usually achieved in between one to three sessions of spinal decompression therapy.

Restores spine alignment

The spine structure can become misaligned, with the discs moving out of place or herniated. Spinal decompression therapy realigns the spine structure to help treat chronic pain, inflammation, or limited mobility.

Back Pain Relief: Non-Surgical Spinal Decompression in Beverly Hills, CA

If you are suffering from severe back pain, it is important that you seek a conservative treatment before undergoing an invasive surgery, or living with the constant need for painkillers to make it through the day.

Spinal decompression produces remarkable results in reducing or eliminating chronic back pain.

This alternative healing treatment may be appropriate for the following conditions:

• Radiating arm pain
• Degenerative disc disease
• Radiating leg pain
• Pinched nerves
• Sciatica
• Worn joints
• Muscle pain
• Injured nerve roots
• Muscle spasms
• Spinal stenosis
• Strains
• Injury from impact
• Sprains
• Chronic back pain
• Herniated disc
• Chronic neck pain
• Bulging disc

An Effective Solution for Lower Back Pain

When it comes to chronic low back pain, spinal decompression has shown outstanding results. A study published in the Journal of Neurological Research found that 86% of patients who received spinal decompression therapy for lower back pain reported significant improvement in their symptoms, including reduced pain and increased mobility.

Furthermore, a randomized controlled trial published in the Journal of Manipulative and Physiological Therapeutics found that patients who received spinal decompression therapy experienced greater improvement in their back pain and disability scores than those who received other non-surgical treatments, such as physical therapy or exercise. At Full Range Spine & Ortho, we are proud to treat chronic lower back pain with spinal decompression and other non-surgical treatment approaches.

Physiatry: Medical Treatment for Musculoskeletal Injuries

Dr. Nini is a board-certified physiatrist who has dedicated his professional life to assisting patients with restorative, rejuvenating, regenerative treatments for a range of spine, joint and other musculoskeletal injuries and conditions. At Full Range Spine & Ortho, we believe that taking a conservative approach to treating injuries and conditions can lead to improved range of motion, reduced pain, and in many cases, help them avoid the need to undergo a surgical procedure.