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Decompression Therapy
A Non-Surgical, Highly Effective Solution for Disc Pain and Facet Syndrome


Decompression Therapy is a non-surgical procedure that effectively treats disabling low back, neck, and radiating leg and arm pain.  Decompression Therapy effectively relieves pain associated with disc herniation, degenerative discs, and posterior facet syndromes by reducing the pressure on spinal discs and facet joints through unloading created by distraction and positioning.  

Decompression Therapy effectively enhances the healing process and renders quick, effective and amazing pain relief that enables most patients to return to a more active lifestyle.  

Research to develop this procedure was conducted by prominent physicians, engineers, and technicians at major teaching hospitals.


Is it right for you?

Decompression Therapy is a highly successful treatment for patients suffering from bulging, herniated, degenerative, or ruptured discs, as well as sciatica, and carpal tunnel syndrome.

This treatment helps patients avoid the risk of anesthesia, surgical complications, and the potential of failed back surgery.

Decompression Therapy begins with a series of sessions typically 3 - 4 times per week.  Each session last 8 - 12 minutes.  Following each session, electrical muscle stimulation and/or heat/ultrasound is applied is applied to help relax your muscles and ligaments.  

After treatment, your doctor may prescribe specific exercises designed to help you regain control and strengthen the co-contractor muscles which are responsible for stabilization.

Decompression Therapy is administered to patients fully clothed, either face down or face up on the table


About Decompression Therapy

Clinical studies suggest Decompression Therapy provides a majority of qualifies candidates with initial relief within a few sessions.

Decompression Therapy is an approved procedure that is covered by most insurance companies, and is compensated under Act 57 (PA Workers Compensation) and Act 6 (PA Personal Injury).

A peer-reviewed article on Decompression Therapy can be found by clicking the following link:

Decompression Article


For more information on how you can benefit from Decompression Therapy, call Abington Family Chiropractic Center at (215) 886 - 4828.

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