New at Westford Family Chiropractic
Eurotech's
New Decompression table is truly revolutionary and breaking all boundaries.
This unique design utilizes a state-of-the-art digital command center
for specific vertebral targeting, separate lumbar and cervical decompression
programming and continuous readout and graphing of treatment protocols.
In addition, the digital command center also controls the table elevation
and rear flexion, all at the push of a button.
What is Spinal Decompression Therapy, and how does it work?
A: Non-Surgical Spinal Decompression Therapy is a spinal
disc rehabilitation program that uses FDA cleared medical technology
that gently stretches the spine and decompresses the discs. This technique
of spinal decompression therapy, that is, unloading due to distraction
and positioning, has shown the ability to gently separate the vertebrae
from each other, creating a vacuum inside the discs that we are targeting.
This "vacuum effect" is also known as negative intradiscal
pressure.
The negative pressure can induce the retraction of the herniated or bulging disc into the inside of the disc, and off the nerve root, thecal sac, or both. It happens only microscopically each time, but cumulatively, over four to six weeks, the results are quite dramatic.
The cycles of decompression and partial relaxation over a series of visits, promotes the diffusion of water, oxygen, and nutrient-rich fluids from the outside of the discs to the inside. These nutrients enable the torn and degenerated disc fibers to begin to heal.
Patients are treated fully clothed and are fitted with a pelvic harness that fits around their pelvis as well as a thoracic harness as they lie face down or face up on a computerized controlled table. The doctor operates the table from a computerized console. Each treatment takes about 20 to 45 minutes. Most patients find the sessions to be comfortable, and relief of pain can sometimes be noticed in the first few sessions. Of course, this varies depending on the individual condition.
Q: Will Non-Surgical Spinal Decompression help a slipped disc?
A: A “bulging” or "herniated" disc is sometimes incorrectly
referred to as a "slipped" disc. Studies demonstrate that Spinal Decompression
Therapy succeeds at treating bulging or herniated discs over 70% of the time.
This of course varies depending on the complexity of the injury, length of time
the herniation has been present, and other factors. Many times patients are able
to avoid more costly and invasive procedures.
Q: How much does the therapy cost?
A: That depends on many factors, as there are many variations
of disc injury and severity. The great news is that it can be very affordable,
and we are dedicated to making this safe, breakthrough therapy available to all
patients, providing stress-free payment plans. This enables patients to receive
the care they desperately need even if they are on fixed incomes and/or Medicare.
Q: Will my insurance cover it?
A: There are many insurance plans, all with different benefits.
Some plans cover the costs of associated procedures. We will certainly be glad
to help you verify all of your insurance benefits when you come into the office
for a consultation.
Q: Are there any reasons that I can't go on this type of therapy?
A: The doctor has to determine if you are a candidate as there
are certain conditions for which this therapy would be contraindicated The doctors
perform a screening process and only then accept the cases they think this therapy
can help the most.
Certain people are not candidates for spinal decompression therapy and usually have conditions such as:
- Tumors
- Abdominal Aortic Aneurism
- Fractures
- Metal Implants/Screws/Plates in spine
- Advanced Osteoporosis
- Pregnancy or
- Certain conditions (diseases) that compromise the structural integrity of the spine and discs. These conditions are present in only a small percentage of the population.
Q: How long does the treatment last?
A: Generally speaking the therapy lasts about 20 to
45 minutes per session, with most treatment plans lasting 6 to 8 weeks
in duration. Initial sessions are shorter treatment times and
the length of treatment is increased depending on the patient’s response
to the decompression therapy.
Q: How will the treatment feel?
A: Initially, you will be positioned on your back
when lying on the decompression table. The “capture system” consists
of a specialized harness which is fitted snuggly. As the decompression
begins, sections of the treatment table will move when commanded by
the computerized control center. These table movements will slowly
increase the traction force to ensure a comfortable progress to greater
traction forces. Many people experience a pleasant reduction
in pain as the pressure is reduced on the compressed disc. When
spinal decompression is performed on the neck, a special head unit
is used.
To learn more about this treatment, please go to www.chirowest.lcdtherapy.com.
