What is non-surgical spinal decompression done with?

You lie on a padded table while straps support the relevant part of your body. The table moves or releases tension in a programmed pattern, creating gentle traction that is adjusted to your comfort and the treatment plan. The clinician selects settings based on the spinal region being treated and checks how you respond. This is different from an operation because there is no surgical incision or implant. The treatment may be considered alongside exercise, physiotherapy, and advice about movement, depending on the cause of your symptoms.

Wear comfortable clothing and tell the clinician about osteoporosis, recent fractures, cancer, infection, pregnancy, severe circulation problems, or symptoms that are changing quickly. Share your scans and medical history when asked. During treatment, report sharp pain, increasing tingling, dizziness, or unusual weakness immediately; mild stretching is not the same as worsening nerve symptoms. Follow the recommended session plan and note how your symptoms behave afterward.

Get urgent assessment for new loss of bladder or bowel control, numbness around the inner thighs or genitals, rapidly worsening weakness, inability to walk safely, fever with severe back pain, or pain after a significant injury. Contact the provider if symptoms repeatedly flare after treatment or do not settle as expected.

Ask what condition the table-based treatment is intended to address, how traction will be adjusted, what improvement should be monitored, which alternatives are suitable, and when treatment should be stopped.