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Spinal Decompression Therapy: How It's Used To Address Disc-Related Problems, Including Disc Herniation And Degenerative Disc Disease
​​

supplements and food
Non-Surgical, All-Natural Solution For Disc Herniation, “Slipped Discs”, And Many Types Of Back Pain

Spinal Decompression Therapy is one of the most effective, non-surgical tools that we use at our clinics to get patients relief from disc-related problems.  “Hot” or “Slipped” or “bulging” discs will press on nerves, which can cause pain, reduce strength and stability, or even cause loss of bowel or bladder control.  Yeah...serious business!

While not every patient is a candidate for Spinal Decompression therapy, many patients are, and many have experienced incredible recoveries that did not require surgery to correct.



The Options On The Table

When someone experiences a disc injury, there will never be a “one size fits all” solution.  People are different, injuries are different, and treatments should be different. Also, not everyone responds the same to treatment.  Sometimes, patients need to experience more than one treatment to get the desired result.

Some patients chose to just medicate the problem.  The issue is that medication does not “heal”, it simply reduces pain and inflammation.  This can be helpful, however, this popular choice is what fuels the current opioid addiction epidemic.  Over the counter treatments (NSAID’s and such) have their own issues, which include blood-thinning (to the point of hemorrhaging from relatively minor injuries), or ulcer issues.

Then, there’s back surgery.

This article illustrates the challenges with surgery.  First, it’s not “fast”, as a surgery can require months of post-surgical exercises and therapy to recover full use of the body.  

Second, according to research, 35% of patients consider their back surgeries “successful”...which means 65% of patients consider their surgery something other than successful.  

Third is the expense.  These types of procedures can easily move into the realm of six-figures, ranging from $26,000 to approaching $115,000 plus (source below).  

Then, there’s Spinal Decompression.


HOW SPINAL DECOMPRESSION WORKS

Spinal Decompression uses a gentle, mechanical force to traction the spine while a patient is in a relaxed prone position.  Here’s a picture of what Spinal Decompression Therapy looks like in action:


Depending on the angle of the injured disc, the therapy will happen in a specific position that provides a comfortable treatment for a patient.  

Does Spinal Decompression work?

In our experience, the answer is, usually.  But not always.

Every patient and injury is different.  While we have many patients that get incredible results, there are some that don’t get great results with this therapy.  Not therapy is 100% effective, and neither is this therapy.

What is true, is that thousands of patients in our Colorado Springs, Wheat Ridge, and Alpharetta communities have avoided back surgery with this simple, effective tool for back pain.  

HOW MUCH DOES SPINAL DECOMPRESSION COST?

The price for Spinal Decompression Therapy is $50 per treatment.  Of course, the next question is, “how many treatments does it take to see results?” The answer is, it depends on the patient!  Some patients feel results on their first treatment. For other patients, they may be 5-10 treatments in before they notice anything.  Generally speaking, we will ask a patient to be open to trying up to 20 treatments to ensure that this therapy won’t work for them. The reason is, the next step is going to be a more invasive, expensive, and challenging option.  

Spinal Decompression Therapy can be especially effective when combined with Class IV Laser Therapy.  These two therapies combined have produced incredible results for patients with Sciatica, back pain, neck pain, and headaches.  ​




TAKEAWAY:  Spinal Decompression is a non-surgical solution to disc-related problems for many patients.  The effects can be incredible and life-changing for some patients.

Our offer to you:  If you'd like to come in, see one of our doctors to discuss  Spinal Decompression Therapy or how Chiropractic Care or Functional Medicine might support your body, then you can do so by claiming our $19 new patient special.  Simply select the location you want to visit, give us a call, and we'll look forward to meeting you!


Sources:

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2697595/

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/25729196

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2912793/

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5106227/
https://www.drugs.com/health-guide/herniated-disk.html

https://www.lendingpoint.com/blog/spinal-fusion-surgery-costs-pay/


COST
https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2015/09/150901121052.htm

https://www.spine-health.com/blog/spinal-fusion-surgery-worth-cost-stenosis-patients


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  • Home
  • About
    • Our Story
    • Our Why
    • Our Doctors >
      • Dr. Molly Kallenbach, DC
      • Dr. Erik Arter, DC
      • Dr. Cameron Nyman, DC
      • Dr. Krystal Uthe, DC
      • Dr. Courtney Sharpe, DC
      • Dr. Steve Grammer, DC
      • Dr. Bill Twyman, DC
      • Dr. Jon Follett, DC
      • Dr. Alfred Alessi, DC
    • Join the Healthcare Revolution
  • Results
    • Case-Studies
  • Treatment
    • Conditions We Address
    • Services We Offer >
      • Atlas Orthogonal >
        • Atlas Orthogonal in Colorado Springs
      • Blood Analysis
      • Chiropractic
      • Class IV Laser Therapy
      • Cold Laser Therapy
      • Detox >
        • Detox Cleanse
      • Digital X-ray & Analysis
      • Functional Medicine
      • Lab Tests
      • Massage
      • Personal Training
      • Spinal Decompression
  • FAQ
    • New Patient Paperwork
    • What Should I Expect On The First Visit?
    • What Is The Report Of Findings?
    • How Can I Pay? >
      • We Accept Insurance
      • Cash | Check | Credit
      • Zero Percent Financing
      • Uninsured
    • Where Are You Located?
    • Disabled-Veteran-Support
  • Contact Us
    • Schedule An Appointment Online
    • Clinic Locations >
      • Colorado Springs - East
      • Colorado Springs - West
      • Wheat Ridge
      • Roswell
    • Feedback
    • Review Us
    • Careers
    • Records Request
  • Awards

Spinal Decompression Therapy: How It's Used To Address Disc-Related Problems, Including Disc Herniation And Degenerative Disc Disease
​​

supplements and food
Non-Surgical, All-Natural Solution For Disc Herniation, “Slipped Discs”, And Many Types Of Back Pain

Spinal Decompression Therapy is one of the most effective, non-surgical tools that we use at our clinics to get patients relief from disc-related problems.  “Hot” or “Slipped” or “bulging” discs will press on nerves, which can cause pain, reduce strength and stability, or even cause loss of bowel or bladder control.  Yeah...serious business!

While not every patient is a candidate for Spinal Decompression therapy, many patients are, and many have experienced incredible recoveries that did not require surgery to correct.



The Options On The Table

When someone experiences a disc injury, there will never be a “one size fits all” solution.  People are different, injuries are different, and treatments should be different. Also, not everyone responds the same to treatment.  Sometimes, patients need to experience more than one treatment to get the desired result.

Some patients chose to just medicate the problem.  The issue is that medication does not “heal”, it simply reduces pain and inflammation.  This can be helpful, however, this popular choice is what fuels the current opioid addiction epidemic.  Over the counter treatments (NSAID’s and such) have their own issues, which include blood-thinning (to the point of hemorrhaging from relatively minor injuries), or ulcer issues.

Then, there’s back surgery.

This article illustrates the challenges with surgery.  First, it’s not “fast”, as a surgery can require months of post-surgical exercises and therapy to recover full use of the body.  

Second, according to research, 35% of patients consider their back surgeries “successful”...which means 65% of patients consider their surgery something other than successful.  

Third is the expense.  These types of procedures can easily move into the realm of six-figures, ranging from $26,000 to approaching $115,000 plus (source below).  

Then, there’s Spinal Decompression.


HOW SPINAL DECOMPRESSION WORKS

Spinal Decompression uses a gentle, mechanical force to traction the spine while a patient is in a relaxed prone position.  Here’s a picture of what Spinal Decompression Therapy looks like in action:


Depending on the angle of the injured disc, the therapy will happen in a specific position that provides a comfortable treatment for a patient.  

Does Spinal Decompression work?

In our experience, the answer is, usually.  But not always.

Every patient and injury is different.  While we have many patients that get incredible results, there are some that don’t get great results with this therapy.  Not therapy is 100% effective, and neither is this therapy.

What is true, is that thousands of patients in our Colorado Springs, Wheat Ridge, and Alpharetta communities have avoided back surgery with this simple, effective tool for back pain.  

HOW MUCH DOES SPINAL DECOMPRESSION COST?

The price for Spinal Decompression Therapy is $50 per treatment.  Of course, the next question is, “how many treatments does it take to see results?” The answer is, it depends on the patient!  Some patients feel results on their first treatment. For other patients, they may be 5-10 treatments in before they notice anything.  Generally speaking, we will ask a patient to be open to trying up to 20 treatments to ensure that this therapy won’t work for them. The reason is, the next step is going to be a more invasive, expensive, and challenging option.  

Spinal Decompression Therapy can be especially effective when combined with Class IV Laser Therapy.  These two therapies combined have produced incredible results for patients with Sciatica, back pain, neck pain, and headaches.  ​




TAKEAWAY:  Spinal Decompression is a non-surgical solution to disc-related problems for many patients.  The effects can be incredible and life-changing for some patients.

Our offer to you:  If you'd like to come in, see one of our doctors to discuss  Spinal Decompression Therapy or how Chiropractic Care or Functional Medicine might support your body, then you can do so by claiming our $19 new patient special.  Simply select the location you want to visit, give us a call, and we'll look forward to meeting you!


Sources:

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2697595/

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/25729196

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2912793/

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5106227/
https://www.drugs.com/health-guide/herniated-disk.html

https://www.lendingpoint.com/blog/spinal-fusion-surgery-costs-pay/


COST
https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2015/09/150901121052.htm

https://www.spine-health.com/blog/spinal-fusion-surgery-worth-cost-stenosis-patients