Spinal Decompression in Carrollton, TX
- DRX9000 True Decompression
- 35–45 Minute Sessions
- Non-Surgical & Drug-Free
Spinal decompression at Dallas Spine Center in Carrollton, TX, involves the use of the DRX9000 bed. Dr. Hoa Nguyen uses it to help with your back pain without undergoing surgery. It can improve your stability while strengthening your back muscles.
What Spinal Decompression Is
Spinal decompression involves pulling your spine in two different directions. We use the DRX9000 smart bed to pull your spine to create a vacuum inside the disc. It’s like sucking air that puts the disc back to its original position.
A disc acts like a cushion. It sits between individual bones of your spine. When your spine presses too hard on the disc, it breaks out and pinches the nerves. It causes sharp pain that travels to your leg. It also makes your arms numb and your back hurt when you bend down.
Although you won’t experience full healing after one session, it will stop the pain. You can go back to doing your normal activities.
How Spinal Decompression at Dallas Spine Center is Done
Our chiropractor at Dallas Spine Center performs spinal decompression with the use of the DRX9000 bed. Dr. Nugyen follows the protocol developed by brain and back scientists in Florida. The rules include 18 gentle pulls over half an hour each time. For complete healing, we follow 20 to 28 visits. We follow these rules to ensure a successful treatment.
During the treatment, a harness is fitted as you lie on this bed. The machine applies a force to your spine. This force is measured based on your weight and the disc affected. Your first visit involves an easy stretch. When you get used to it, the stretch can get a little stronger, but it’s completely safe. It’s controlled by computers and designed for your body.
Because of how this therapy relieves pressure on your nerves and muscles, it stops the pain and helps your body completely relax. Hence, most of our patients sleep while we treat them. They even snore because of how relaxing it is.
What Your Spinal Decompression Will Be Like
- 1You lie flat on the DRX9000 bed as Dr. Nguyen applies a harness around your hips and lower ribs. It must feel secure but not pinching.
- 2The bed applies force that lengthens your spine and eases it off. It happens 18 times.
- 3You can rest quietly for at least 30 minutes. Despite the pulling, it’s comfortable enough that it lets you drift off to sleep.
- 4After the treatment is over, you can stand up easily. You feel better on day one or after a few visits.
- 5You can drive home after the session and resume your daily activities.
Who Spinal Decompression Therapy Is For and Who Isn’t
Spinal decompression is not ideal for everyone. If you suffer from chronic back or neck pain because of bulging or herniated discs, then you might be an ideal candidate. But you will only know this after Dr. Nguyen takes imaging of your spine. This is necessary to find out if your disc is pinching a nerve and if your bones have a space between them.
You can undergo this therapy if you’re in your 30s or 70s. In this therapy, your age and how your back looks on imaging matter a lot.
But it’s not for everyone. If you’re pregnant, if your bone is broken, or if you have metal pieces in your back, Dr. Nguyen may recommend another type of chiropractic care.
What Conditions Does Spinal Decompression Help
We use spinal decompression for problems related to a disc that pinches your nerves. The following are the conditions that we use it for:
- Herniated disc
- Bulging disc
- Sciatica
- Pinched nerve in your lower back
- Degenerative disc disease that still has a little room to breathe
- Back pain caused by disc compression
- Numbness in your legs or arms
If your pain radiates to your leg and images show a squeezed disc, then trying this therapy is a good idea.
What to Expect After the Treatment and How Often You’ll Visit Us
You’ll feel relieved and comfortable after the treatment. Your back pain may even be gone after just one session. However, some people may experience better results after a few visits.
Mild soreness is normal after the decompression. It’s because your muscles get stretched again and again. This is similar to muscle soreness that you feel after a new exercise. You feel this soreness because your spine, muscles, ligaments, and tissues experience a movement that they’re not used to.
The number of visits depends on your overall condition. Dr. Nguyen will build a plan. The typical number is between 20 and 28 visits. Our chiropractor can shorten or lengthen your treatment. But it all depends on how your body responds to the treatment. This is the reason he’ll check your back regularly to see how your condition is improving.
What Patients Are Telling Us
Many of our patients tell us that they feel better after the therapy sessions. The overall therapy is so relaxing that some of our patients drift off to sleep and snore.
Dr. Nguyen will always tell them that the goal is to stop the pain. Your experience may be different from others. Your compressed disc may be unique, but the therapy will help you feel amazing without undergoing surgery.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does spinal decompression hurt?
Most patients find spinal decompression to be comfortable. You might feel that your muscles are pulled. It’s not painful at all. Many of our patients even fall asleep during the entire session. You might experience soreness after the treatment, but it’s quite a different feeling from the nerve pain that has been stressing you when you first came in. The soreness will only last a few days.
How many sessions will I need?
The number of sessions you will need may depend on your condition. However, most treatment plans can run between 20 and 28 sessions, three times per week at first. This is the typical range where people see significant results. Dr. Nguyen will reassess you regularly. Spinal decompression is not a magic solution. Our chiropractor will plan a treatment plan that offers lasting relief.
Can I do spinal decompression if I have bone-on-bone arthritis?
No, spinal decompression if you have bone-on-bone arthritis. We only recommend this therapy if you have bulging and herniated discs. When your bone is already rubbing on another bone, this is not ideal for you. Dr. Nguyen evaluates your imaging on your first visit to make sure that you’re an ideal candidate. If you’re not, he’ll recommend another treatment or refer you out to another specialist.
What’s the difference between the DRX9000 and other compression tables?
The main difference between the DRX9000 and other compression tables is that the former is a controlled system. It’s specifically designed for spinal decompression. Dr. Nguyen uses the full protocol of 18 cycles per session, lasting 30 to 45 minutes. The pulling force is customized based on your body weight.
Will I need treatment forever?
No, you will not need this treatment forever. After your treatment plan is over, you can transition to maintenance or stop coming here. The goal here is to resolve the problem and create lasting relief.
Ready to See If Spinal Decompression is Right for You?
If your back hurts and you want to fix it without surgery, we’ll start with a consultation and a physical checkup, take X-rays, and talk about a plan. Dr. Nguyen will explain if the stretching bed is right for you and show you how your healing plan will work.
Call us at 469-986-9171 or check out our website to set up your first visit. You can find our clinic at 3730 N Josey Lane, Suite 122, in Carrollton.