Sparks Family Chiropractic in Lancaster, Ohio offers spinal decompression for disc problems, sciatica and long-lasting back pain. Spinal decompression is a treatment where a motorized table gently stretches your spine to take pressure off the discs. It is drug free and non-surgical. The doctor checks if it may suit you at your $37 exam. Other services are not included in the $37 exam.
Spinal decompression is a treatment where a motorized table slowly stretches your spine and then lets it relax, over and over. A disc is the soft cushion between 2 bones in your spine. The stretch is meant to take pressure off the discs and the nerves near them. You stay fully dressed and lie on your back or your stomach.
The doctor may suggest spinal decompression if you have one of these.
Many patients with disc problems report feeling better. Results vary from person to person. The doctor will tell you at your exam which care fits your case, including whether spinal decompression is part of your plan.
A soft harness goes around your hips or your neck, depending on where the problem is.
The doctor sets the table for you. The stretch is gentle and you stay in control.
Most patients find it relaxing. Some fall asleep.
Many patients go back to normal activities the same day.
A spinal decompression session usually takes 10 to 15 minutes. The number of sessions depends on your case. The doctor will give you a written plan.
Questions before your visit? Call (740) 689-1175 or reach out through our website form.
Contact usThe only price we share online is the $37 new patient exam, which is required before spinal decompression. Other services are not included in the $37 exam. The cost of decompression care depends on what is going on with your spine, how much wear you have, whether you have bulging discs, and how many sessions you need. We give you exact costs as part of your care plan, in person, after your exam.
After your exam and X-rays, we go over a specific care plan with you. We show you what any costs are, what your insurance covers and what your responsibility is, before any treatment begins. There are no surprises in our office. The $37 exam is not available to patients with government insurance such as Medicare or Medicaid. See all prices and insurance details.
Some insurance plans cover part of the care that goes with spinal decompression, and some do not cover the decompression itself. We go over your coverage and costs with you after your exam and X-rays, as part of your care plan.
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Most patients feel a gentle pull on the spine. Many find it relaxing. Tell the doctor if anything feels uncomfortable and the table can be adjusted.
An adjustment is a quick push by hand on 1 joint. Spinal decompression is a slow, steady stretch of the spine by a motorized table over several minutes.
It depends on the surgery. Bring any records you have to your exam, and the doctor will tell you if it is safe for you.
Not always. The doctor starts with an exam and X-rays. If you already have an MRI, bring the report. An MRI is a scan that shows soft tissue like discs and nerves.
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