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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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Decompression Therapy is performed by alleviating pressure on spinal vertebrae, discs, and nerves by decompressing the spine. A computerized traction device alleviates pressure off joints, discs, and nerves. Decompression therapy causes a change in pressure or "vacuum effect" that sucks any bulging disc material back into place.
Decompression Therapy is considered best-suited for patients suffering from the following:
- Back or Neck Pain
- Sciatica
- Bulging Discs
- Herniated Discs
- Pinched Nerves
- Degenerated Discs
- Spinal Arthritis
- Facet Syndrome
Does Medical Research Support Decompression
Therapy?
Yes. Recent studies strongly support the use of spinal decompression therapy as the safest, and most effective alternative to spinal surgery
1,2. And it's important to know the details.
One study in Orthopedic Technology Review reported...
"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..."
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Will my Insurance Pay for Decompression Therapy?
Health Plans can vary greatly regarding insurance coverage.
We can provide a complementary insurance benefits check by calling our front office (480) 759 1437.
I've seen different types of "Spinal Decompression"
advertised. Are they all the same?
Spinal Decompression Therapy has surged in popularity. Much of this is due to the medical research that supports it1,2. There are different manufacturers of spinal decompression equipment. It is crucial that a patient is treated with equipment that meets the specifications of equipment used in the many research studies.
As founding members of the Arizona Spinal Decompression Association (ASDA), our doctors recommend and the Triton DTS spinal decompression equipment and treatment protocols.
Do I need an MRI?
Many patients have already had an MRI before coming to our center.
Not every patient needs an MRI to begin treatment. If necessary, an MRI may be ordered directly from our doctors on staff.
How do I find out if Spinal Decompression is for me?
It is always important to make sure each individual is a good candidate for treatment.
Call 480-759 1437 to see if you qualify for a Free Consultation with an ASDA doctor*.
Now Accepting all Major Insurance Plans
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Arizona Spine and Disc Centers
3233 E. Chandler Blvd. Suite 3
Phoenix, AZ 85048
Phone: (480) 759-1437
Email:
Map/Directions
References:
(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.
(2)
Pain Pract. 2006 Sep;6(3):171-8. Systematic literature review of spinal decompression via motorized traction for chronic discogenic low back
pain.
Macario A, Pergolizzi J: Systematic literature review of spinal decompression via motorized traction for chronic low back pain. Pain Pract 2006,
6:171-178.
Neurol Res. 2001 Oct;23(7):780-4.
Gose EE, Naguszewski WK, Naguszewski RK: Vertebral axial decompression therapy for pain associated with herniated or degenerated discs or
facet syndrome: an outcome study. Neurol Res 1998, 20:186-190.
Pain Pract. 2008 Mar;8(1):11-7.
*Insurance plans vary regarding benefits for specific procedures/services. Call for details.
*The Arizona Spinal Decompression Association is an independent group of physicians of various fields that are focused on the research and development of Non-Surgical Spinal Decompression Therapy. For more information visit
www.DecompressionAssociation.org
**Our ASDA member doctors are chiropractic physicians also provide myofascial release, therapeutic exercise, and other physiotherapies.
***References on this page have been provided by The Arizona Spinal Decompression Association.
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