How Many Treatments Does the Typical Spinal Decompression Patient Receive?
This is a common question that does not have an easy answer. The reason for this is that age, health, and how recent the injury took place can all play major roles in the number of spinal decompression treatments it takes to recover.
We've seen a patient who is 22 years old and was injured the day before. He nearly completely recovered in 1 treatment. And we have had patients who were injured 25 years prior in a work-related injury and have not been working for the past 15-20 years. These patients required 25 visits to reach the results that the other patient achieved in one. And of course, some patients do not achieve the results they desire. Thankfully, this is a very small percentage, but it happens, as with all treatments.
What can be said for sure is that this treatment, like all therapies that work with the body to heal, requires a certain level of commitment. If you expect a one-time treatment, then a shot or a surgery may be your best option. If you are willing to take the time to work with your body, then there is no better option, in our opinion.
Because patients heal at different speeds, we perform midterm examinations to determine how the patient is improving. If the patient has reach the results they desired midway through their treatment, and they'd like to discontinue care, then we prorate the rest of the visits and refund any money paid.
Patients that achieve the greatest results at our Colorado Springs spinal decompression clinic do not want and realize the true cost of surgery or drugs. They are committed to finding the best non-invasive and cost-effective method possible, and they recognize that insurance may or may not pay for the treatments that they really need and that suits them best. They understand that the body takes time to heal the right way, and that it will likely be a 3 month commitment with maintenance every 6 months afterward.
Notice the beautiful neck curve in this photo. Many cervical herniated discs are also associated with a straight neck, which puts undue pressure on the discs and bones of the spine and stretches the spinal cord. Cervical spinal decompression can be a very effective, non-invasive option for patients suffering from disc injuries.