Gentle, Non-Surgical Spinal Decompression for Disc Injuries
If you are dealing with sharp lower back pain, shooting sciatica, or a diagnosed herniated disc, city life can quickly become agonizing. At New Roots Chiropractic, we offer Cox Flexion Distraction, a gold-standard, evidence-based chiropractic technique designed specifically to relieve pressure on compressed spinal nerves and damaged discs without invasive surgical procedures.
How Cox Flexion Distraction Works
At New Roots Chiropractic, we utilize a specialized traction table to apply gentle, rhythmic stretching to the lower spine. This hands-on decompression creates a drop in inner disc pressure, offering critical physiological benefits:
- Reduces Disc Bulging: Draws displaced disc material back into its proper anatomical layout.
- Widens the Spinal Canal: Increases space within the intervertebral foramen, freeing up pinched nerve roots.
- Restores Joint Fluid Flow: Pumps vital nutrients back into stiff spinal segments.
Conditions Best Remedied by Flexion Distraction
- Herniated, bulging, or slipped discs
- Sciatica and shooting leg pain
- Spinal stenosis (narrowing of the spinal canal)
- Degenerative disc disease (DDD)
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Cox Flexion Distraction hurt?
No. The technique is exceptionally gentle and safe. Most patients experiencing acute disc pain find immediate, soothing relief during the decompression process.
Can this technique prevent the need for back surgery?
Yes. Cox Flexion Distraction is highly regarded as an effective conservative intervention that helps many individuals avoid spinal injections or invasive surgical procedures.