Many people today are faced with neck and back pain issues. About 10% of the patients visiting a doctor complain that they are experiencing neck or back pain. The cost of this problem can sum up to $86 billion each year.

A quarter of these back pain patients will experience the same problem within a year. It is also the leading cause of absences among employees in the US. People who also carried this problem for 6 months or more rarely return to work. This is the reason why it is known as the most expensive cause of work disability in the country.

This problem doesn't only happen to the US but also in other countries like Australia. More than 50% of their workforce suffers from it and costs them over $10 billion every year. This is the reason why back pain is known as a serious problem. Fortunately, treatment options are widely available for back pain in Vacaville.

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What is spinal decompression in Vacaville?

If your condition can be remedied with the most conservative treatment available, it is best to try that option first. Chiropractic, acupuncture, physical therapy, pain medications, etc. should be the first thing to consider to help with your condition.

Whenever spinal decompression is an option, you should consider that first, but then what is it exactly?

To simply explain it, spinal decompression is a computer-aided technology that gently extends the spine to treat decompressed joints while making the disc bulges or herniations return to their original position. You don't have to worry about this method of treatment because the FDA approves it and it comes with a very high success rate.

There have been several studies conducted already and many of them are still being evaluated with regards to the treatment's success and its improvement on the results. In North America alone, more than 7,000 clinics are providing this treatment and it continues to grow every year. It is considered a great alternative to surgery and it is effective in treating bulging, herniated discs, and other conditions like sciatica.

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Is the treatment painful?

During the treatment, the patient is fitted with a special harness and is asked to lay down on the machine bed/table. Depending on the clinic, the decompression will be performed either with the use of a specialized machine or simply by the hands of a licensed chiropractor. If your condition is severe, you might experience some mild discomforts during the early treatments but it will start disappearing after several sessions.

You should know that the treatment is completely safe and can even be relaxing. In fact, some patients even fall asleep during their treatment.

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What is the normal treatment period?

It depends on the severity of your condition but common treatment can last between 20 to 25 sessions over a 4 to 6 week period. Each session can take 8 to 15 minutes to finish.

The majority of patients experience a difference right away, while some may take some time. No matter what the case is, you will surely feel so much better after the treatment period. To make some further inquiries about spinal decompression, you can consult with Dr. Alex Tam of Absolute Family Chiropractic. Just call them up at the number (707) 474-5688 and make an appointment right away.