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Caruso Family Chiropractic >> Treatments >> Spinal Decompression

Spinal decompression is not a surgical intervention. Instead, it decompresses your spine by stretching it to reduce any pressure on your spinal discs and nerves. To decompress your spine, Dr. Robert Caruso, our chiropractor, will use a specialized table that can create negative pressure in your discs. If you have bulging discs, the stretching retracts and relieves nerve compression.
This chiropractic option is effective in conditions that result in persistent back pain causing limited mobility. As it improves blood circulation, it triggers your body’s natural healing ability, especially in the damaged areas of your spine. Decompression also results in inflammation reduction so you get lasting relief.
This natural method provides a lot of health benefits, especially if you suffer from chronic back pain. But this is specifically recommended if you suffer from the following conditions:
Spinal decompression alone can alleviate any compression in the spine. However, every case is different. In many cases, this method is part of a comprehensive care plan provided by Dr. Caruso. Depending on your condition, he may also recommend the following options:
Dr. Caruso can play a vital role in providing you with the lasting relief that you need from the pain of compressed nerves. Through our clinic’s spinal decompression and other natural treatments, you can finally be free from shooting pain, numbness, and tingling.
To know if you can benefit from undergoing spinal decompression in El Cajon, CA, please talk to our chiropractor. Schedule an appointment by dialing (619) 808-4550.
Yes, chiropractors can decompress your spine without surgery. This is possible through manual adjustments of your spine to realign it and get rid of your shooting pain, tingling, and numbness.
The positive outcomes of spinal decompression can last from several months to years. However, you need to complete all treatment sessions as advised by your chiropractor. The exact duration also depends on your specific condition and lifestyle changes. If you follow the instructions of Dr. Caruso after completing the therapy, you may be able to maintain your results for a longer period of time.
Spinal decompression is generally safe for most patients. Dr. Caruso will review your health history first to confirm you're a good candidate. However, you may experience mild achiness for at least a day after one session. This is your body’s way of adjusting to the spine being adjusted. This soreness will start fading within a day or two.
Spinal decompression is a therapy. Hence, it’s not just a one-time session. How often you need to undergo a session will depend on your situation. But in most cases, two to three times a week will suffice.
Symptoms of a compressed spine can show up either suddenly or gradually. If nerve compression is left untreated, symptoms can worsen over time and may affect mobility.

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