[marennorge]

Does anyone know of a physical therapy facility that usef spinal decompression or traction equipment? Name? Location?

Thanks.

[villagetinker]

The chiropractor in Pinellas Plaza has decompression equipment, I used it for several sessions.

[784caroline]

Best Spinal decompression is Dr Valencia off of Rte 466 just before Rolling Acres. His machine is definitely more advanced than most chiropractors.

[champion6]

Lake Centre For Rehabilitation, Old Camp Rd, Lake Sumter Landing has traction equipment.

[Challenger]

I have lower back problems and have researched "Decompression" to a dead end. Lots of advertising by chiropractors, but no carefully controlled clinical studies. No peer review info-- etc. Hmmmmmmmmmm. Seems like a pattern for the many miracle remedies for lower back pain.

[Brendanyc]

Originally Posted by villagetinker

The chiropractor in Pinellas Plaza has decompression equipment, I used it for several sessions.

I was curious if you received relief from the sessions. I was also wondering if the session is included in a regular appointment or if it is an added therapy. My insurance is not accepted by these particular chiropractors and was wondering of the out of pocket expenses I would incur - I have terrible sciatica and the only therapy that made any difference was spinal epidurals.

[Weezer]

Originally Posted by marennorge

Does anyone know of a physical therapy facility that usef spinal decompression or traction equipment? Name? Location?

Thanks.

Legacy Clinic at Laurel Manor. Dr. John Teech uses spinal decompression. I was diagnosed with spinal stenosis in several areas and was barely able to walk before I began therapy. Medicare only covers the chiropractic adjustment portion, the rest is out-of-pocket. It's very expensive but well worth it.

[Carl in Tampa]

It sounds like you are trying to delay getting proper medical attention from a medical doctor. I consider that a mistake.

Go to an MD; get an MRI and then discuss your treatment options with an MD.

Or, you can go to the guy pictured below:

[leftyf]

I have been using an inversion table for about 25 years. Works for me. Prevented a second back operation.

[marennorge]

I have tried a laundry list of other treatments. My doctor has suggested that I research PT facilities -- not chiropractic -- and let her know which one provides spinal traction or decompression. She will then give me a referral there. We are trying to avoid bone spur surgery.

[Whimsey]

Originally Posted by marennorge

I have tried a laundry list of other treatments. My doctor has suggested that I research PT facilities -- not chiropractic -- and let her know which one provides spinal traction or decompression. She will then give me a referral there. We are trying to avoid bone spur surgery.

I have gotten fantastic relief using decompression for stenosis. Could not stand or walk for more than a couple minutes without pain, tingling and numbness in my legs and now I have no problem going for long walks. I was skeptical too at first but thought I'd give it a try and I am happy with it. I go to Colony Chiropratic in the Colony Plaza. It might be worth a try for you. Good luck.

[applesoffh]

Originally Posted by 784caroline

Best Spinal decompression is Dr Valencia off of Rte 466 just before Rolling Acres. His machine is definitely more advanced than most chiropractors.

Dr. Valencia is my husband's neurologist and he does spinal decompression with very up to date equipment.