Unlocking Relief: Understanding your Spinal Decompression Treatment Timeline

Spinal Decompression therapy is a process designed to alleviate pain and discomfort by gently stretching the spine. This process is cumulative, meaning each session builds on the previous one. Regular sessions maintain negative pressure within the spinal discs, ensuring continuous healing and long-lasting pain relief. This slower, gradual approach allows the body to adapt and heal with each session and does not risk causing additional stress or injury that more aggressive forms of treatment may result in.

Many patients are surprised to learn that their treatment plan may span across weeks and months. If you’re reading this, you likely are already in the middle of your treatment plan or may be considering if this therapy is right for you. We’re here to lay out what to expect throughout a typical Spinal Decompression and how long it may take before seeing a significant reduction in pain.

First Few Sessions: Most patients begin noticing some subtle pain relief, which is a positive sign that the therapy is starting to take effect and will likely result in significant pain reduction. About 20% of patients may feel relief as early as the first week.

2-3 Weeks: Approximately 40% of patients experience significant relief during this period. Consistent therapy sessions reinforce the healing process.

4-6 Weeks: Depending on how long you have been experiencing pain and the details of your specific anatomy and diagnosis, it may take a bit longer to feel substantial relief. However, by the end of 6 weeks, nearly 80% of patients experience a dramatic decrease in pain.

We are committed to improving your health and getting you out of pain and back to living. If you have any questions or concerns throughout your treatment, do not hesitate to reach out to us. Contact us today.