Essential Facts About Non-Surgical Spinal Decompression Therapy"
Non-Surgical Spinal Decompression Therapy is a computer-aided technology that has revolutionized the treatment of chronic low back and neck pain; commonly occurring due to herniated, slipped, or degenerated discs. It is most commonly used for the treatment of Sciatica (leg pain).
Decompression can be done in two ways; surgically or non-surgically. Surgical Spinal Decompression includes Laminectomy and Microdiscectomy (ectomy- a suffix meaning: removal of). In simple terms, Non-Spinal Decompression (NSSD) therapy is a safe and effective alternative to surgical decompression for back pain relief.
About Spinal Decompression Therapy.
Non-Surgical Spinal Decompression Therapy (NSSDT) is a revolutionary, computerized therapy that dynamically stretches the spine gently; resulting in the healing of the intervertebral disc, this dynamic stretching causes the disc to rehydrate and reduce the inflammation and pressure within the disc space, this in turn takes pressure off of the nerves that are causing the pain.
NSSDT which promotes the repositioning of the disc over time allowing the herniated disc material to be reabsorbed into the disc space. It helps reduce pain and inflammation in the Lumbar and Cervical spine and can prevent unnecessary or unwanted surgery. NSSDT is a great alternative as well as a benefit for those suffering from chronic Cervical and Lumbar spine pain that worsens over time.As people age, the discs that sit between the bones (vertebra) dehydrate and as a result, the spine compresses and there is less protection and shock absorption between each vertebra. The gentle dynamic stretching of NSSDT therapy allows the spinal discs to rehydrate and reduce the spinal distress. This leads to improved blood flow to the injured area which promotes an increase in proper nutrients and hydration to enter the disc and remove harmful toxins within the injured area.In NSSDT, the spine is dynamically stretched and relaxed intermittently using the accurate calculations of the computer program to generate just the right amount of tension to achieve optimal results
.Your individualized NSSDT program may also include other adjunctive treatment options to help accelerate the results of the therapy such as:
Cold therapy
Electrostimulation
Success Rates Of Spinal Decompression Therapy
Reviews of recent popular medical studies and journals reveal that the clinical results of NSSDT have been effective in over 86% of the people receiving this treatment protocol. Patients find long-term relief and more effective management of their pain upon completion of the entire course of treatment. The American Journal of Pain Management reported "good to excellent relief" in 86% of patients with a herniated disc, bulged discs, and sciatica pain, allowing those individuals to experience a better quality of life.
RISK FACTORS ASSOCIATED WITH NON- SURGICAL SPINAL DECOMPRESSION.
Just like any other procedure, NSSDT comes with its own set of risk factors despite being a minimally invasive procedure.To avoid these risks, the chiropractic physician may ask the patient to undergo multiple screening tests including a physical exam, MRI, CT, or X-rays to determine if NSSDT treatments will be beneficial for the individual patient.
NSSDT should not be used in the following individuals.
For pregnant women because of the risk of pressure on the abdomen
For patients who have spinal instability, such as severe osteoporosis or degeneration of the spine
For patients who have had prior spinal surgery with implantation of screws, metal plates, or similar hardware unless the bone is fused
For patients with severe nerve damage
For patients with metastatic cancer (cancer that has spread to the bones)
For patients with Grade 3 and 4 Spondylolisthesis
For patients with a history of aortic aneurysm
For patients suffering from disc space infections.
