Decompression table for low back pain and radiculopathy/ sciatica
Spinal decompression works by gently stretching the spine.
That changes the force and position of the spine. This change takes pressure off the spinal discs, which are gel-like cushions between the bones in your spine, by creating negative pressure in the discs. As a result, bulging or herniated discs may retract, taking pressure off nerves and other structures in your spine. This in turn, helps promote movement of water, oxygen, and nutrient-rich fluids into the discs so they can heal.
Spinal decompression is used in an attempt to treat: