SpineMed Ultra Plus Decompression Therapy

Are you looking for relief from chronic back pain? SpineMed Ultra Plus decompression therapy just might be a great fit for your wellness goals. If you’re in the Raleigh area and searching for an innovative, non-invasive technology to alleviate discomfort, book a consultation at our clinic in Raleigh, NC. 

What Is SpineMed Decompression?

SpineMed decompression is a non-surgical spinal decompression therapy that alleviates chronic back pain, specifically related to the cervical and lumbar vertebrae. It’s a highly responsive technology that relieves pressure between spinal vertebrae. For patients who want a conservative approach to treating their back pain or are seeking an alternative to drugs or surgery, SpineMed could be an effective solution. 

The SpineMed Ultra Plus consists of a therapy table with a bolster, a gentle restraint system, and a pelvic tilt mechanism. Its patented technology is controlled via computer, and the device can detect and quickly respond to a patient’s muscle spasms during a therapy session, offering pinpoint relief where it’s most needed. Patients can relax, listen to music, or even watch a movie during their session while the device gently and effectively removes pressure from affected areas of the spine. SpineMed decompression therapy addresses complaints such as: 

  • Back and Neck Pain
  • Herniated or Bulging Discs 
  • Sciatica 
  • Posterior Facet Syndrome
  • Arm numbness or Tingling 
  • Pain That Radiates Down the Legs
  • Disc Degeneration
  • Spinal Stenosis 

Benefits

The SpineMed table targets specific vertebrae through flexion-distraction, a combination of gentle stretching and flexing of the spine. This action allows the vertebrae to separate, removing painful pressure from spinal discs, decompressing pinched nerves, and potentially allowing bulging or herniated discs to move back into their proper positions. Flexion-distraction is considered more effective than traditional traction, which involves simply stretching the spine through elongation.

What Can SpineMed Decompression Treat?

SpineMed decompression addresses a number of different spinal conditions and disorders. 

Neck and Back Pain

  • Non-specific neck and lower back pain.
  • Pain that’s caused by an injury or degenerative disease.
  • Posterior facet syndrome is an arthritic condition caused by thinning cartilage on the posterior side of spinal facets.

Damaged Spinal Discs

  • Bulging discs occur when the spinal disc bulges outside the edges of the vertebrae.
  • Herniated discs, or ruptured discs, are injuries that occur when a disc sustains damage to the outer layer so that the softer tissue inside protrudes outward.
  • Degenerative disc disease, or pain, occurs as a result of disc injury or deterioration.

Nerve Compression

  • Spinal stenosis is a condition in which the spine is compressed; this can cause nerve pain and result in arthritis.
  • Pinched nerves occur when a nerve becomes compressed between vertebrae.
  • Sciatica is radiating pain from the lower back down one or both legs caused by compression on the sciatic nerve.

Why We Use SpineMed Ultra Plus for Spinal Decompression

Our team is passionate about spinal health innovation, and we strive to stay ahead of the technological curve. With SpineMed Ultra Plus, we get to bring the very best, state-of-the-art decompression care to our patients. This gentle, effective, and responsive healthcare device targets specific treatment areas for maximum relief, helping many patients achieve a higher quality of life.

Ideal Candidates for SpineMed Decompression

Ideal candidates for SpineMed decompression include individuals over age 15 who experience chronic neck and lower back pain. This type of spinal decompression treatment works well for people with non-specific pain. It’s also effective for individuals experiencing:

  • Spinal Stenosis
  • Sciatica
  • Posterior Facet Syndrome
  • Pinched Nerves
  • Bulging or Herniated Discs
  • Degenerative Disc Disease 

What to Expect From Your SpineMed Session

When you arrive for your SpineMed session, you’ll be escorted to a treatment room, where you’ll lie face-up on a cushioned table with your knees bent. Your legs will rest on a bolster, removing any pressure from your lower back. Patients always remain fully clothed for SpineMed sessions.

Depending on the treatment area, you’ll be fitted with appropriate restraints for the duration of the session. If you’re receiving treatments for lower back pain, your doctor will fit you with both upper torso and pelvic restraints. SpineMed’s patented pelvic tilt mechanism will lift your pelvis to pinpoint the specific areas of your lumbar spine that need attention. Your doctor will enter your treatment parameters, and the computer will control the gentle spinal distraction while you relax, watch a movie, or listen to music.

If you’re receiving SpineMed for neck pain, your doctor will begin adjusting the cervical unit before you lie on the treatment table. You’ll put your head in a cervical cradle, and your doctor will gently fasten restraints around your head. These restraints will help SpineMed gently distract the cervical spine.

Recovery and Aftercare

After your session, you may resume your normal routine. Continue to be mindful of your back pain over the course of your treatment plan. Avoid activities that could aggravate the pain, such as heavy lifting. Every SpineMed session builds on the one before it, creating a cumulative effect. It’s important to complete your treatment plan for best results. Many patients report pain reduction and improved function over the course of their plan. 

Cost of SpineMed Decompression in Raleigh, NC

The cost of SpineMed decompression varies based on location and specific patient needs. Other variables include whether a patient has insurance coverage for chiropractic care and how many treatments are included in their treatment plan. Our Raleigh, NC, team at Raleigh Spine Clinic can help you navigate your treatment and payment options. 

FAQs

  • Do SpineMed treatments hurt?

    SpineMed treatments are gentle. For many patients, they’re pain-free. It’s even common for patients to sleep during their sessions.

  • How long do SpineMed treatment sessions last?

    Each SpineMed session lasts about half an hour. 

  • Who should not get SpineMed treatments?

    SpineMed is safe for most people. However, there are several contraindications to this type of spinal decompression, including:


    • Advanced Osteoporosis
    • Being Under Age 15
    • Bilateral Pars Defects
    • Fractures and Related Spinal Instabilities
    • Fragmentation or Calcification of the Spinal Discs
    • Pregnancy
    • Surgical Hardware in the Targeted Spinal Areas, Such as Screws, Rods or Pins
    • Severe Arthritis
    • Spinal Tumors or Cancers

  • I’ve had back surgery in the past, but my back still hurts. Is SpineMed appropriate for me?

    In some cases, back patients who’ve had past surgeries can receive SpineMed treatments. However, you won’t be able to receive treatment if you have hardware in the targeted spinal areas. 

  • Do I need a treatment plan, or can I schedule just one or two SpineMed appointments?

    SpineMed generally recommends a treatment plan with an average of 20–25 sessions over four to six weeks, with appointments during office hours three to five times per week. However, Dr. Roistacher will make individualized recommendations depending on your specific needs. These recommendations will be based on information such as your medical history, new patient intake, X-rays, symptoms, injuries, past surgeries, and diagnoses.

Book Your SpineMed Decompression Consultation at Our Raleigh, NC Office

Is it time to put an end to your spinal pain and embrace a more comfortable quality of life? Visit our chiropractic clinic or call us today at (919) 847-3959 in Raleigh, North Carolina, and don’t hesitate to ask if SpineMed Ultra Plus decompression therapy or any of our numerous non-invasive treatment options is the right choice for you.

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