Spinal Decompression in Atlanta
Caring for your spine and using proper posture are both imperative for maintaining a functional body that will be able to take you where you want to go in life. The reality, however, is that each of our bodies is being constantly pressed down by gravity and the challenges of everyday life. At LifeGiving Chiropractic, we offer non-surgical spinal decompression to help keep you active and pain-free.
Spinal Compression
This pressure over time can cause what’s called spinal compression, a condition in which the vertebrae press down on the soft discs in between the vertebrae. In extreme cases—or due to an injury—these soft discs can even slip out, causing pain and discomfort.
Chiropractic care aims to reverse these effects through decompression. This process involves the use of a specially equipped table that will enable the chiropractor to gently stretch, then relax the spine. Though the process may seem subtle and even relaxing, it allows the spine to repair damaged discs because it is no longer in a place where it is under extreme pressure.
Relieve Pain
By gently stretching the spine, we take the pressure off of the spinal discs. By relieving this pressure, bulging discs can retract back into place, which will take the pressure off of the nerves that are causing the pain you feel.
Rehydrate Discs
By decompressing your spine, you increase the disc space and facilitate the flow of water to rehydrate a damaged disc.
Avoid Surgery
Back surgery can take weeks or months to recover from, and will also require physical therapy and dangerous pharmaceuticals. Spinal decompression may help you avoid the need for surgery.
What Can Spinal Decompression Help With?
Among other conditions, regular decompression therapy has been shown to help with:
- bulging discs
- herniated discs
- back pain
- joint pain
- prolapsed discs
Your chiropractor will likely recommend this therapy in addition to other care options to promote healing in your entire body.
How it Works
With the use of a specially designed table, therapy starts with your chiropractor using gentle spinal manipulations to stretch the spine and allow blood to flow into the discs. The discs may be inflamed, herniated, or irritated and by allowing the spine to stretch, the pressure is taken off of the discs so they can heal, rehydrate and form back into their proper shape. This therapy may take time depending on the severity of the issue, but it is more cost-effective and gentle than prescription drugs or surgery.
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Spinal decompression therapy may be a safe and gentle alternative to having an expensive surgery or using prescription drugs to manage your pain. This therapy has been used to safely address a myriad of conditions for decades.
If you find yourself managing chronic back pain due to an injury or long term pressure, contact us today to book an appointment. We look forward to hearing from you!
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