What to Expect During Spinal Decompression

Interested in starting spinal decompression in Grand Rapids, MI? Great news! Our founder, Dr. David Harrison, was named one of 2021’s Best Spinal Decompression Doctors in America. Harrison Integrative Wellness Center is your destination for achieving a healthier relationship with your spine, reduced chronic pain, and an improved quality of life.

Here’s what you can expect during the spinal decompression process.

Consultation with Dr. Harrison

First, you’ll need to schedule a consultation with our spinal decompression doctor in Grand Rapids, MI. During your appointment, he’ll evaluate your symptoms, perform a physical examination, and ask about your medical history. Depending on your unique circumstances, Dr. Harrison may request diagnostic imaging to get a more detailed look at your spine.

Many patients seek spinal decompression treatment because it relieves chronic back pain without the need for surgery. It may also help reduce or even eliminate your dependence on prescription pain medications.

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Spinal Decompression Sessions

Throughout the course of your treatment plan, you’ll have several appointments at Harrison Integrative Wellness Center. During each session, our doctor will use a FDA-cleared piece of equipment called a spinal decompression table. Its purpose is to help your body develop negative disc pressure—a crucial prerequisite for healing.

First, we’ll have you lie down on the spinal decompression table. Next, we’ll attach harnesses to the upper half of your body and around your hips. The harnesses will help keep your body in the proper position as the lower half of the motorized table moves beneath you to gently stretch out your spine.

During your session, our spinal decompression doctor will calibrate the machine to gently pull on your hips. As the spine stretches, the discs are able to receive water, oxygen, and nutrients. All of these elements are essential for healing the spinal discs to an optimal state of function and health.

Compliance with the Rest of Our Program

The success of spinal decompression treatment depends on your compliance as a patient. To activate your body’s natural healing ability, we may combine your spinal decompression sessions with chiropractic spinal adjustments, low-level cold laser therapy, or other treatments. The ultimate goal is to help restore your spine to a natural state of health and wellbeing.

Your program at Harrison Integrative Wellness Center may include:

• Spinal Decompression
• Chiropractic Spinal Adjustments
• Whole Foods Supplements & Collagen Support
• Ice Application
• Low-Level Cold Laser Therapy
• Exercise Program
• Orthotics

By following our program, our doctor will be able to help you gradually regain the pump function of your spinal discs. While spinal decompression therapy is not a quick process, it can produce lasting results.

Patient compliance is essential for your healing journey. If you have any questions about our spinal decompression program, please contact our doctor at Harrison Integrative Wellness Center.

Schedule a Spinal Decompression Consultation

Our spinal decompression doctor in Grand Rapids, MI, accepts new patients. To schedule a consultation and learn if you’re a candidate for spinal decompression therapy, please call Harrison Integrative Wellness Center at (616) 363-0902. You may also fill out our online contact form and someone from our team will reach out to you soon. We hope to see you soon!