Spinal decompression therapy is a non-surgical treatment designed to relieve pressure on spinal nerves from compressed discs in the spine. At TriMed Spine & Joint, Dr. Steven Cantor, DC, uses the DRX9000, a specialized spinal decompression system, to create a controlled, gentle traction on the spine. This reduces pressure within the disc space, which can help increase disc height and in many cases reduce the size of the herniation itself. As the disc rehydrates and regains height, nerve irritation often decreases and circulation of nutrients and fluids to the area improves.
Patients who often benefit most from DRX9000 treatment include those experiencing chronic back pain or neck pain, radiating arm pain or leg pain caused by nerve compression, and diagnosed herniated discs or bulging discs that haven’t responded to rest, medication, or physical therapy alone. Because it’s non-invasive, DRX9000 spinal decompression therapy is frequently considered by patients hoping to avoid surgery or long-term reliance on pain medication.
Real Results From Real Patients
Below are actual x’rays with disc height measurements from TriMed Spine & Joint patients following the DRX9000 protocol under Dr. Cantor’s care:
- Cervical case 1: disc height at C6-C7 increased from 3.4mm to 4.3mm over 7 months
- Cervical case 2: disc height at C7-T1 increased from 3.5mm to 4.4mm over 3 months
- Lumbar case 1: disc height at L5-S1 increased from 11.9mm to 13.9mm over 2 months
- Lumbar case 2: disc height at L4-L5 and L5-S1 increased from 9.7mm to 11.2mm and 11.2mm to 12.7mm respectively, over 2.5 months
As a chiropractor specializing in spinal decompression therapy, Dr. Cantor evaluates each patient individually — often using imaging and a physical exam — to determine whether DRX9000 treatment is an appropriate option before beginning a treatment plan.
If you’re dealing with persistent back pain, neck pain, or nerve-related arm or leg pain, scheduling a consultation is the first step toward finding out whether spinal decompression therapy could help you too.
Individual results may vary.
