Non-surgical relief for herniated discs, sciatica, and chronic spinal pain. Gentle, computerized decompression therapy for conditions that haven't responded to traditional treatment.
- ✓ Lumbar (lower back) decompression
- ✓ Cervical (neck) decompression
- ✓ Avoid surgery and injections
- ✓ Relief when other treatments failed
- ✓ Computerized, gentle, safe
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Conditions We Treat
Herniated Discs
Bulging or ruptured discs pressing on nerves
Sciatica
Shooting leg pain from compressed sciatic nerve
Chronic Back Pain
Pain lasting months or years
Neck Pain
Cervical disc problems, arm pain, headaches
How Spinal Decompression Works
Spinal decompression uses computerized traction to gently separate vertebrae, creating negative pressure inside the disc. This negative pressure:
✓ Pulls herniated disc material back into place
Reduces pressure on compressed nerves
✓ Increases nutrient-rich fluid flow
Promotes natural healing of damaged discs
✓ Relieves nerve compression
Reduces radiating pain down arms or legs
What to Expect During Treatment
Comfortable and relaxing: You lie comfortably on a specialized decompression table. The computer gradually applies gentle traction, cycling between stretching and relaxation.
Session length: Typically 20-30 minutes per session.
Treatment plan: Most patients require 12-20 sessions over 4-6 weeks for best results.
Lumbar vs Cervical Decompression
Lumbar (Lower Back)
Treats:
- Lower back pain
- Sciatica
- Herniated lumbar discs
- Degenerative disc disease
- Leg pain/numbness
Cervical (Neck)
Treats:
- Neck pain
- Arm pain/numbness
- Cervical disc herniations
- Tension headaches
- Pinched nerves
Not Right for Everyone
Best candidates: Herniated discs, degenerative disc disease, sciatica, chronic spinal pain without structural instability.
Not appropriate for: Fractures, tumors, severe osteoporosis, pregnancy, metal spinal implants.
Does spinal decompression hurt?
No. The treatment is gentle and computer-controlled. Most patients find it comfortable enough to relax or fall asleep during the session. You may feel a gentle stretching sensation, but it should never be painful. If it is, the settings are adjusted immediately.
How many sessions will I need?
Most patients need 12 to 20 sessions over 4 to 6 weeks. The exact number depends on the severity of your disc problem, how long you have had symptoms, and how your body responds. We reassess regularly and adjust the plan as needed.
Can spinal decompression help sciatica?
Yes. Sciatica is most often caused by a herniated or bulging disc pressing on the sciatic nerve in the lower back. Spinal decompression targets that disc directly, reducing the pressure on the nerve and relieving the shooting leg pain, numbness, and tingling.
What is the difference between lumbar and cervical decompression?
Lumbar decompression targets the lower back — the L4-L5 and L5-S1 discs that cause low back pain, sciatica, and leg symptoms. Cervical decompression targets the neck — the C5-C6 and C6-C7 discs that cause neck pain, arm pain, hand numbness, and headaches. We offer both at our Morris clinic.
Is spinal decompression covered by insurance?
Coverage varies by plan. Some insurance plans cover spinal decompression therapy, others do not. Call our office at (320) 585-7246 so we can verify your benefits before your first visit. We also offer affordable payment options.
How is this different from regular traction?
Traditional traction applies a constant pull, which can cause your muscles to tighten and resist. Computerized spinal decompression cycles between stretching and relaxation in a precise pattern that bypasses muscle guarding. This creates negative pressure inside the disc that promotes healing — something simple traction cannot achieve. Published research in the Journal of Neurosurgery (Ramos & Martin, 1994) confirmed that decompression achieves negative intradiscal pressure while conventional traction does not.
Will I need surgery if decompression does not work?
Not necessarily. Many patients who do not respond fully to decompression still improve enough to manage without surgery. If decompression is not producing results after a reasonable trial, we will tell you honestly and discuss your other options, including referral to a spine specialist.
Do you treat patients from outside Morris?
Absolutely. We regularly see patients from Alexandria, Willmar, Fergus Falls, Glenwood, Benson, Sauk Centre, St. Cloud, Brainerd, and other communities across West Central Minnesota. Most patients drive 30 to 60 minutes for treatment.
