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Frequently Asked Questions Benefit
What is Spinal Decompression Therapy?
Non-Surgical Spinal Decompression Therapy is a
FDA Cleared
treatment that medical research shows to be
86-92% effective.
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Spinal Decompression Therapy is performed by alleviating pressure on spinal vertebrae, discs, and nerves by decompressing the spine. A computerized device slowly alleviates pressure from joints, discs, and nerves. Decompression therapy causes a change in pressure or "vacuum effect" that sucks any bulging material back into place.
Does Medical Research Support Decompression Therapy?
Yes. It is important to know that this medical procedure is supported by research. Most recent studies strongly support the use of spinal decompression therapy as the safest, and most effective alternative to spinal surgery.
"Results showed that 86% of the 219 patients who completed the therapy reported immediate resolution of symptoms, while 84% remained pain-free 90 days post-treatment. Physical examination findings showed improvement in 92% of the 219 patients, and remained intact in 895 of these patients 90 days after treatment. This study shows that disc disease --The most common cause of back pain, which costs the American health care system more than $50 billion annually--can be cost-effectively treated using spinal decompression..." - Gionis TA, Groteke E. Spinal decompression. Clinical study evaluating the effect of nonsurgical intervention on symptoms of spine patients. with herniated and degenerative disc disease. Orthopedic Technology Review. Nov-Dec 2003;5(6): 36.
Dallolio V. Lumbar spinal decompression with a pneumatic orthesis (Orthotrac): preliminary study. Acta Neurochir Suppl. 2005;92:133-7. Available at: www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov.
I've seen different types of "Spinal Decompression" advertised. Are they all the same?
Spinal Decompression Therapy has gained popularity recently. Much of this surge in awareness is due to the medical research that supports it. There are different manufacturers of decompression equipment. It is crucial that a patient is treated with equipment that meets the specifications of the many research studies that have been conducted on spinal decompression
therapy.
Do I need an MRI?
Many patients are sent for MRI study before beginning treatment. Not every patient needs a MRI to begin treatment.
How do I find out if Spinal Decompression is for me?
The ASDA has established a Patient Placement Program with ASDA approved providers, in which a patient is given a no-cost consultation in an effort to find out if they are a good candidate for treatment.
(1) Gionis TA, Groteke E. Spinal decompression. Clinical study evaluating the effect of nonsurgical intervention on symptoms of spine patients. with herniated and degenerative disc disease. Orthopedic Technology Review. Nov-Dec 2003;5(6): 36.
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