At Proctor Chiropractic, our mission is to promote whole-body wellness using natural and drug-free treatment methods. For many of our patients struggling with pain related to the spine, we utilize a safe and non-surgical treatment modality called spinal decompression.

What is Spinal Decompression?

Spinal decompression in Tacoma is a chiropractic technique that promotes pain relief, tissue healing, anti-inflammation, and restoration of normal mobility. During this technique, a patient lies in a comfortable position. The chiropractor then uses his/her hands or a special motorized device to gently create a traction force. This traction force "decompresses" the spine, relieving pain and other symptoms.

5 Common Pains that Spinal Decompression Treats

Spinal decompression can be used to treat several conditions, including:

• Bulging or herniated disc: sometimes a spinal disc can slip or rupture. Spinal decompression creates a negative pressure within the disc which promotes an influx of healing nutrients and a return to its normal resting position.
• Nerve root impingement: spinal nerves under pressure from a bulging disc or narrowed joint space can cause pain, numbness, weakness, and tingling in the arms or legs. Decompression relieves pressure on the nerve and promotes healing.
• Spinal stenosis and arthritis: pathological narrowing of a joint space caused by degenerative joint disease can cause pain and stiffness. Decompression helps relieve pain and can provide intra-articular healing.
• Muscle spasms: spinal muscles often become tense and painful as a compensation for an underlying problem in the back. Decompression along with massage therapy and exercise can help relax these muscles.
• Acute joint locking: many small joints are located within the spine, which can become painfully misaligned. Spinal decompression helps to open up the joint space and restore normal mobility and alignment.

Visit Our Tacoma Chiropractors Today!

If you're looking for safe and effective treatment to help you relieve your acute or chronic pain, call Proctor Chiropractic today to schedule an initial consultation. Our team of chiropractors is currently serving patients from the Proctor, Tacoma, Federal Way, Gig Harbor, Lakewood, and Fife communities. Ask us about our new client special!