Spinal Decompression for Tucson

Each of us is constantly in a battle—with gravity! A frequent casualty is the soft disc material that separates each spinal bone. Pressure from our weight, trauma from an accident and other causes can increase the pressure on a weakened disc. In extreme cases, the soft pulpy center of the disc can escape. That can be quite painful.

Our Tucson practice uses the latest technology to help relieve the effects of back pain due to herniated and degenerated discs. First, we'll have you lie down on our specially-equipped table. Then, ever so slowly, we'll stretch your spine. And then relax it. Stretch. And relax. Our patients tell us this tractioning process is quite pleasant, even relaxing. Because they don’t feel the need to "guard” their spine, each sequence helps the damaged disc receive nourishment, expel cellular waste and enjoy reduced pressure. Then, healing can begin.

Decompression relieves pressure that builds up on the discs and nerves. The task of relieving pain comes about as a result of drawing areas of herniated disc back into place.

Decompression achieves this by creating negative pressure within the disc, referred to as negative intra-discal pressure. This creates essentially a vacuum to draw the bulging and herniated disc material back into the disc space and relieve pressure.

In most cases the healing process requires only a few weeks of treatment on an out-patient basis. We have committed to undergo expert training in the delivery of decompression and dedicate a large portion of our practice to the relief of severe and chronic low back pain. Patients come to us to return to a normal pain free life.

The SpinalAid Program

SpinalAid is an effective spinal rehabilitation program for conditions of the lumbar spine (low back), with focus on chronic and severe cases. The program consists of FDA cleared non-surgical spinal decompression therapy focused on decompressing the discs to reverse high amounts of pressure built up in the discs to take the pressure off of the nerves. Ancillary care is available in the form of braces, nutrition, home care, orthotics, tens units and will be prescribed on an “as needed” basis.

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Frequently Asked Questions*

Question: What kind of conditions does the SpinalAid program treat?

Answer: Disc problems of many varieties as bulging discs, herniated discs or ruptured and protruding discs of the lumbar spine (low back) , degenerated discs, joint facet syndrome, sciatica mild spondylolisthesis and stenosis.

Question: What are my chances for success?

Answer: Very high actually, SpinalAid Clinics only accept patients we truly feel we can help. The treatment aids patients suffering from herniated or bulging intervertebral discs, sciatica, stenosis, deterioration and arthrosis.

Question: What is the cost for the decompression therapy?

Answer: Good news! The cost is reasonable and we provide everyone the opportunity to receive decompression therapy by eliminating the worry of finances by offering flexible payment plans. During your consultation, the doctor will determine if you are a candidate, and fully explain to you how much it will cost before any charges are posted. If it is felt that you are not a candidate for care, the doctor will tell you and there will be no charge. Fair enough?

Question: Does insurance cover the cost?

Answer: Different types of insurance cover different costs associated with the therapy. We are happy to verify your benefits when you come into our office and give you an idea of what you will need to pay out of pocket before any services are performed.

Question: If I don’t have insurance, are payment plans available?

Answer: Absolutely! We can provide several flexible payment plans to accommodate most peoples needs. But more importantly, we are pleased to offer "Enhanced Patient Financing" to allow everyone the opportunity to receive care they can afford.

Question: How long does the treatment take?

Answer: Each session requires 45 minutes on average. The average length of time a person is under therapy ranges from 4-6 weeks.

Question: How often do I need treatment?

Answer: In most cases, it is recommended that you receive therapy on a daily basis, 5 days a week for 4 weeks.

Question: Does the treatment offer a permanent relief?

Answer: Our approach is to go bring you long lasting relief so you do not have to return. In some severe cases, we may recommend periodic follow up maintenance.

Question: Can I continue to work while I’m under therapy?

Answer: Many patients are able to maintain a work schedule. If you undergo a physically stressful activities, we may prescribe a brace or limit your work activities in the beginning of your care program.

Question: What kinds of conditions are not treatable or contraindicated?

Answer: Osteomalacia (severe osteporosis), myelitis, anklyosing spondylitis, fractures, and unstable spondylolisthesis with pars defects, post surgical conditions where metal implants (rods, cages and screws) have been used, cancer or tumors.

Question: I have had surgery on my low back, can I still be treated?

Answer: Yes, in most cases, as long as metal implants haven’t been used.

*Information provided by SpinalAid Centers of America