Discover a non-surgical approach for treating Disc Herniations—often the root cause of Sciatica—with an 84% success rate in even the most severe cases, according to an ongoing two-year study at our center. Patients suffering chronic severe pain reported their average pain dropped from 8 out of 10 to just 2.1. To learn more, request an abstract of this study.
Over a decade ago, scientists noticed astronauts experienced relief from low back pain during space missions. Even more surprising: their spinal discs increased in height in zero gravity. Inspired by this, biomedical engineers created a computerized spinal decompression system mimicking this effect to help patients.
Clinical studies on 778 patients with severe back and leg pain from disc herniations, bulges, and degeneration—many facing surgery—showed promising outcomes. About 72% of patients with multiple herniated discs responded successfully to spinal decompression. Experts recommend decompression therapy as a frontline treatment for degenerative spine conditions including spondylosis, facet syndrome, and disc disease.2
The FDA has approved the DRX 9000 spinal decompression device specifically for herniated, bulging, and degenerating discs.
How Does Spinal Decompression Work?
Patients lie comfortably on a table that gently applies controlled cyclical distraction targeted to the affected disc. A computer precisely adjusts the decompression force, angle, and timing based on the patient’s response.
This painless treatment often offers immediate relief, with many patients experiencing their first break from pain in years during the 15-30 minute sessions.
Not Just Traction—A More Advanced Solution
Unlike traditional traction, this cutting-edge technology is designed specifically for disc issues and serves as a non-surgical alternative to many disc surgeries.
Disc pressure can drop by approximately 100 mm Hg during treatment—far exceeding any manual manipulation or traction methods.3
Why Is Disc Decompression Vital?
Discs naturally wear down due to injury, poor posture, and aging, leading to compression, drying, tears, bulges, or herniations that press painfully on spinal nerves or the spinal cord.
If you’ve experienced a bulging disc, you know the sharp, stabbing pain that can strike unexpectedly. Simple movements, sitting, or even coughing can be agonizing and life-altering, making sports, work, and everyday joys difficult. Many patients cycle through medications, injections, physical therapy, or chiropractic care, but often face surgery as the last option.
However, back surgeries have less than a 50% success rate and can sometimes worsen symptoms. Spinal decompression is a safe alternative.
It gently stretches the spine at the precise location and angle needed to draw the disc back into place. This separation also restores blood flow and nutrients to the damaged disc, promoting healing of tears and improving symptoms.
Our program is unique nationwide—designed exclusively for chronic low back conditions unresponsive to conservative or surgical treatments (lasting over 6 months). It spans 3-5 months with extensive rehabilitation tailored to repair injured discs, unlike the typical 4-6 week programs suited for mild cases.
To learn more about our specialized spinal stenosis and disc program, schedule an evaluation, or receive a detailed DVD, please call (310) 292-0698 - Los Angeles Office or (310) 292-0698 - Pasadena Office .
Warm regards,
Dr. Rick Morris, Director
Morris Spinal Stenosis and Disc Center
1 Morris, Chronic Severe Spinal Stenosis and Disc Disease Treated Non-Surgically, 2007.
2 Naguszewski WK et al., Neurol Res. 2001 Oct;23(7):706-14.
3 Ramos and Martin, J Neurosurg. 1994 Sept;81(3):150-3.