"I started seeing Dr. Chavez during my third trimester and it was the best decision I made for my pregnancy. The Webster Technique he uses completely transformed my comfort level in those final weeks. My back pain went from a 7/10 to basically nothing. He was so gentle and thoughtful throughout every visit. I'm now bringing my newborn in for pediatric adjustments and seeing amazing results there too."
Spinal Decompression
Non-surgical traction therapy that gently stretches the spine to relieve disc pressure, reduce nerve pain, and promote natural disc healing.
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What Is Spinal Decompression Therapy?
Spinal decompression is a non-surgical, traction-based therapy designed to relieve pressure on compressed spinal discs and nerves. At Back 2 Health Chiropractic in Lubbock, TX, Dr. Brett Chavez, D.C. uses controlled spinal decompression to create negative pressure inside damaged discs, helping to retract herniated or bulging disc material and restore proper circulation of healing nutrients into the disc.
If you have been told you need surgery for a herniated disc, bulging disc, or degenerative disc disease — spinal decompression may be a powerful alternative worth exploring first.
How Spinal Decompression Works
During a spinal decompression session, you lie comfortably on a specialized treatment table. A harness gently secures your pelvis. The table then uses a computerized system to apply precise, intermittent traction forces to the spine. This controlled stretching:
- Creates negative intradiscal pressure — drawing herniated or bulging disc material back toward the center of the disc.
- Reduces pressure on compressed nerves — relieving radiating pain, numbness, and tingling that travel into the arms or legs.
- Promotes nutrient flow — the pumping action draws water, oxygen, and nutrients into the disc to support natural healing.
- Relaxes surrounding muscles — reducing protective muscle spasm that often accompanies disc injuries.
Each session typically lasts 15–30 minutes. Most patients report feeling significant relief within a series of treatments.
Conditions Treated With Spinal Decompression
Dr. Chavez recommends spinal decompression for a wide range of disc-related and nerve-compression conditions, including:
- Herniated, bulging, and degenerated discs
- Sciatica and radiating leg pain
- Low back pain that has not responded to traditional care
- Neck pain caused by cervical disc problems
- Degenerative disc disease
- Spinal stenosis (narrowing of the spinal canal)
- Failed back surgery syndrome (post-surgical pain)
- Numbness and tingling in the arms, hands, legs, or feet
Is Spinal Decompression Right for You?
Spinal decompression is not appropriate for every patient. Dr. Chavez performs a thorough evaluation — including a health history review and in-office X-rays — to determine whether you are a good candidate. Decompression is generally not recommended for patients who are pregnant, have severe osteoporosis, have spinal fractures, or have hardware implanted in their spine.
For the right candidate, spinal decompression can be life-changing. Many patients avoid surgery entirely and return to full, active lives.
What to Expect During Treatment
Your comfort is our priority throughout every decompression session. Most patients find the therapy relaxing — some even fall asleep during treatment. You should not experience pain during a properly administered session.
A full course of spinal decompression typically involves:
- An initial evaluation and diagnostic imaging
- A series of treatment sessions (typically 12–20, spaced over several weeks)
- Adjunct therapies such as chiropractic adjustments, massage, or dry needling to enhance outcomes
- Home care instructions including stretches, posture guidance, and activity modification
Progress is monitored throughout your care plan, and adjustments are made based on your response.
The Benefits of Non-Surgical Spinal Decompression
- No surgery, no anesthesia, no downtime
- Drug-free pain relief — avoids the side effects of long-term pain medication
- Addresses the root cause — heals the disc rather than masking symptoms
- Clinically researched — multiple studies support decompression for disc-related pain
- Can help avoid invasive procedures — many patients who choose decompression avoid surgery altogether
Combining Decompression With Other Therapies
Dr. Chavez often pairs spinal decompression with complementary treatments for the best outcomes. Chiropractic adjustments help restore spinal joint alignment before and after decompression. Massage therapy loosens the muscles supporting the injured disc. Professional stretching helps maintain disc health between sessions.
Schedule Spinal Decompression in Lubbock, TX
Back 2 Health Chiropractic is proud to offer spinal decompression therapy to Lubbock and surrounding communities. If you are living with disc pain, sciatica, or chronic back pain, don’t wait. Call (806) 425-5973 or request your appointment online today. Dr. Brett Chavez, D.C. will evaluate your condition and explain whether spinal decompression is the right solution for you.
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What Our Patients Say
"I had been suffering from sciatica pain shooting down my right leg for months before I came to Back 2 Health. Dr. Chavez identified the problem immediately from the X-rays and put me on a decompression and adjustment plan. Within six weeks the sciatica was completely gone. He's knowledgeable, professional, and genuinely cares about his patients. This place is the real deal."
Common Questions
What conditions does a chiropractor treat?
Chiropractors treat a wide range of musculoskeletal and nervous system conditions. At Back 2 Health Chiropractic, Dr. Chavez commonly treats back pain, neck pain, headaches and migraines, sciatica, herniated discs, shoulder pain, sports injuries, plantar fasciitis, neuropathy, scoliosis, TMJ disorder, and more. If you're unsure whether your condition is a good fit, call us at {{phone}} — we're happy to answer your questions before you book.
Is chiropractic care safe?
Yes — chiropractic care is one of the safest forms of healthcare available for musculoskeletal conditions. Serious adverse events are extremely rare. Dr. Chavez performs a thorough evaluation before any treatment begins, including a health history review and X-rays when indicated, to ensure the most appropriate and safe care approach for each individual patient. If your condition is better suited to another provider, Dr. Chavez will refer you honestly.
How many chiropractic visits will I need?
The number of visits depends entirely on your specific condition, its severity, and how your body responds to care. Acute conditions often respond quickly — sometimes within 3–6 visits. Chronic or complex conditions typically require a longer course of care. Dr. Chavez will provide a specific care plan recommendation after your initial evaluation and will update it based on your progress. You will never be pressured into more care than you genuinely need.
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