Spinal Decompression at
Serpentine Jarrahdale Chiropractic Clinic
The intervertebral discs are fluid-filled cushions that act as shock absorbers between the bones of your spine. When these discs are damaged, they can put pressure on the nerves in the area, resulting in pain and loss of mobility.
At Serpentine Jarrahdale Chiropractic Clinic, we offer a non-surgical alternative to our patients with disc injuries or chronic neck or back pain. Called spinal decompression therapy, this approach can often reduce pain and improve mobility, helping patients avoid the need for surgery.
How It Works
This therapy uses a special computerised table that gently stretches the spine to relieve pressure on the discs, increase blood flow to the area, reduce swelling and inflammation and promote healing. The Raphael 707 is a top-of-the-line decompression table, allowing our chiropractor Dr Melinda to fine-tune the traction precisely, depending on each patient’s particular set of circumstances. She is the only chiropractor in Western Australia with this premium table.
Based on your consultation and examination, Dr Melinda will let you know if this therapy can benefit your overall care. If so, she will design a care plan that will include decompression, with the length of the session and the amount of stretch carefully considered to help you achieve your goals.
Who It May Help
The effects of gravity can take a toll on the intervertebral discs, and chronic neck or back pain may be related to disc damage. This mode of care often helps to relieve pain and improve mobility for patients suffering from:
- Chronic neck or back pain
- Nerve pain
- Sciatica
- Disc herniations or injuries
- Post-surgical back pain
- and more
The Gentlest Care Possible
Since the Raphael 707 table has several levels of traction, it can be set to facilitate a very gentle stretch, making it an ideal option for patients with osteoporosis or severe arthritis.