Non-Surgical Spine Treatment
Spinal Decompression Therapy in Utah
A gentle, non-surgical way to relieve pressure on herniated and degenerative discs and the nerves they pinch. Performed in our Bountiful and South Jordan clinics, with no downtime.
What Is Spinal Decompression?
Taking the Pressure Off the Disc
A spinal disc is a cushion between two vertebrae. When it bulges, herniates, or wears thin, it can press on the nerves that run beside it, and the result is back or neck pain, sciatica, or numbness and tingling that travels into an arm or leg.
Spinal decompression therapy slowly and gently stretches the spine on a computer-controlled table. That stretch creates negative pressure inside the disc, which encourages bulging material to draw back in, restores space between the vertebrae, and improves the flow of fluid and nutrients the disc needs to heal.
It is non-invasive and comfortable. Most patients lie on the table fully clothed while the system cycles between gentle traction and rest, and they walk out of the office when the session is done.
Is Decompression Right for You?
Who Spinal Decompression Helps
Spinal decompression is commonly used for disc and nerve problems in the low back and neck. You may be a candidate if:
- You have a herniated, bulging, or degenerative disc confirmed on exam or imaging
- You have sciatica, or pain, numbness, or tingling that travels into an arm or leg
- You have chronic back or neck pain that has not responded to rest, medication, or basic care
- You have been told you may need surgery and want to try a non-surgical option first
- You still have pain after a previous back surgery
An evaluation at either clinic confirms whether your pain is coming from a disc or nerve that decompression can help.
Before You Start
Is Spinal Decompression Safe for You?
Spinal decompression is gentle and non-invasive. Before you start, your provider reviews your health and any imaging and checks for anything that calls for a different approach, such as pregnancy, severe osteoporosis, a recent fracture, or surgical hardware in the area being treated.
If the exam points to a muscle or joint problem rather than a disc, your plan draws on the rest of our toolbox instead: chiropractic care, physical therapy, targeted injections, and medical pain management.
What to Expect
How Spinal Decompression Works, Step by Step
- Evaluation. We review your history, examine your spine, and look at any imaging to confirm that a disc or pinched nerve is the source and that decompression is appropriate for you.
- Setup. You lie on the decompression table, fully clothed, and are fitted with a comfortable harness that lets the system focus on the exact level of your spine that needs relief.
- Treatment. The table applies gentle, computer-controlled traction that cycles between stretch and rest. Most people find it relaxing; some fall asleep.
- Session length. A typical session runs about 20 to 30 minutes, and you go back to your day afterward. There is no recovery time.
- A series, not a single visit. Decompression works gradually. Your provider will recommend a course of sessions over several weeks based on your condition and how you respond.
- Progress checks. We reassess along the way and adjust the plan, adding physical therapy, chiropractic care, or laser therapy as your spine improves.
Part of a Bigger Plan
Decompression Works Best Alongside the Rest of Your Care
Relieving pressure on a disc is the first step. Keeping it relieved is the second. That is why, in both our clinics, spinal decompression is delivered as part of an integrated plan rather than on its own.
Physical therapy rebuilds the core strength and flexibility that protect the disc once the pressure is off. Chiropractic care restores motion to the joints around it. Laser therapy can help calm inflammation in the surrounding tissue. Your providers work under one roof, so the plan is coordinated instead of pieced together across offices.
Everyone responds differently, and we will give you an honest read on your progress at each stage. Many patients notice their pain easing over the course of treatment, and the goal throughout is lasting relief without relying on surgery or daily medication. Start with a consultation at either clinic, and your provider will recommend the care that fits your situation best.
Insurance Coverage
Is Spinal Decompression Covered by Insurance?
Most of our care is covered by many insurance plans, including Medicare. Coverage varies by insurer and individual policy, and our team verifies your benefits before any care begins, so you will know what to expect before your first session.
See How It Works
Watch: Spinal Decompression Explained
A short overview of how spinal decompression relieves pressure on discs and nerves.
COMMON QUESTIONS
Spinal Decompression FAQs
What is spinal decompression therapy?
Spinal decompression is a non-surgical therapy that uses a computer-controlled table to gently stretch the spine. The stretch creates negative pressure inside a spinal disc, which encourages bulging or herniated material to draw back in, relieves pressure on nearby nerves, and improves circulation to the disc.
Does spinal decompression hurt?
No. Most patients find it comfortable and relaxing. The table alternates between gentle traction and rest, and the force is adjusted to you. Some people feel a mild stretching sensation; if anything is uncomfortable, the session can be adjusted right away.
How many spinal decompression sessions will I need?
It varies with your condition and how you respond. Decompression works gradually, so it is delivered as a series of sessions over several weeks rather than a single visit. Your provider will recommend a plan after your evaluation and adjust it as you progress.
Can spinal decompression help a herniated disc?
Yes, it is commonly used for herniated and bulging discs in the low back and neck, as well as degenerative discs, sciatica, and pinched nerves. An evaluation with imaging confirms whether your disc is one that decompression can help.
Is spinal decompression the same as traction or an inversion table?
Not quite. Traditional traction and inversion tables apply a steady pull that the body tends to resist by tightening the muscles. Decompression tables cycle between stretch and rest under computer control, which lets the muscles relax so the pressure change reaches the disc itself.
Is spinal decompression covered by insurance?
Most of our care is covered by many insurance plans, including Medicare. Coverage varies by insurer and individual policy, and our team verifies your benefits before any care begins.