Thursday, December 18, 2008

Spinal Decompression And What You Can Expect

By Randall Pruitt, DC, DACNB, DAAPM, MUAC, CES-NASM

Applying the principles of spinal decompression to low back and neck pain is not a new idea. However, many of the newest technologies are like the use of the DRX9000. Many Phoenix area and Arizona doctors are beginning to embrace this technology and recommend it to their patients.

In Arizona doctors often recommended traction as a treatment for back and neck pain to their patients who where suffering. In the greater Phoenix area it was quite common. With newer developments in the application of traction a new science called spinal decompression was developed, this technology by far surpasses the results once obtained with simple traction.

In the past if other treatments for herniated discs have failed you and you live in the Scottsdale, Phoenix or surrounding areas trying spinal decompression with the DRX9000 may be very valuable to you. Arizona doctors have the ability to now send you for this amazing therapy.

The most noticeable difference right away is the look of the table, it is very cutting edge. There is a large part of the table that holds the computer technology responsible for the decompression effect. Interactive technology allows the technician to control and monitor the tensions applied to the spine and bypass muscle guarding reflexes that may fight the decompression.

Spinal decompression Arizona doctors offer with these tables will usually require about 20 sessions for you to complete the full course of treatment, though less or more could be the recommendation depending on why you need spinal decompression.

Phoenix area doctors usually provide spinal decompression in 30 minute sessions and combined with aggressive rehabilitation to strengthen and stabilize the spine.

Spinal decompression is a very gentle and effective procedure, and requires no effort from the patient. In fact the patient relaxes while the table does all the work. - 16463

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