D.T.S.

(Decompression Traction System)

"Also known as Spinal Decrompression

or Disc Decompression"

• Research has proven discs may be a primary site of back and leg pain, as well as neck and arm pain.
• The disc is damaged by compression and flexion or squishing.
• The disc is avascular (it has no direct blood supply). It gets its food and water by diffusion which is like a sponge. It also gets the waste products out the same way. The healthier the disc, the greater it’s diffusion.
• Over time loss of strength of the abdominal and lower back muscles, poor posture, trauma etc. increases the compression on the discs, especially of the lower discsL4 and L5 as well as the cervical discs C5/C6.
• DTS therapy stretches the spine in a safe, controlled and very specific way to open the disc spaces. This decreases the pressure on the discs and allows an increase of blood flow to help reduce inflammation and heal the area.
• Research indicates that in some cases bulges may be pulled or drawn in by DTS
• As with all therapy your adherence to the treatment plan is vital to ensure the best possible outcome. Additionally though Decompression Therapy can help many back and neck conditions, it is not a cure for everyone. Many times disc damage cannot be fully healed due to the extent of the damage, continuation of irritating activities or if you keep smoking.
• Since traction works with the body’s natural healing processes it does take time to gain full relief. Also rehabilitation exercises can not be skipped.

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