Why Does Flexion Distraction at Dr. Hoang's Chiropractic Clinic Feel So Good? Science Has the Answer
If you've ever wondered just what your Montreal chiropractor is doing when treating your aching back with flexion distraction (aka Cox® Technic, you're not alone. Many of your fellow Montreal chiropractic patients explain the gentle, rhythmic motions as surprisingly soothing, but what's actually happening under the surface is really impressive. Thanks to front-line research, we now have a crystal-clear idea of how this gentle technique works its magic on your spine – and the outcomes might astound you.
YOUR SPINE IN MOTION: MORE SPECIFIC THAN YOU THINK
Ever felt like your back was "stuck" or certain movements just wouldn't come naturally? That's just what researchers discovered when they used ultrasound technology to see in real time how the spine’s spinous processes moved during flexion distraction treatment. Kruse and colleagues (1) describe that this treatment creates very specific, controlled movements of spinal spinous processes where your spine needs it most. Think of it like a skilled mechanic working on a precision instrument. Your chiropractor is not just moving your spine haphazardly – your chiropractor at Dr. Hoang's Chiropractic Clinic is creating targeted therapeutic motion that addresses the precise spots where you're experiencing issues. For patients managing severe pain or those who've had previous back surgeries, this precision means getting effective treatment without the concern of overly aggressive treatment.
GIVING YOUR DISCS THE RELIEF THEY'RE WANTING
Here's where things get quite interesting. You know that pressure you feel in your lower back, particularly when bending, lifting or twisting? Researchers actually measured what happens to that pressure throughout a flexion distraction treatment – and the outcomes are impressive. Gudavalli, Cramer, and Patwardhan (2) found that flexion distraction significantly decreases the pressure inside your spinal discs. Envision your disc as a water balloon that's been held too tight – that pressure triggers pain and prevents healing. When your Montreal chiropractor performs flexion distraction, it’s like essentially releasing that squeeze, giving your disc space to ‘breathe’ and start the healing process. This pressure relief is game-changing for anyone dealing with herniated discs, degenerative disc disease, or spinal stenosis. Lower pressure means lower pain, reduced inflammation, and finally increased chance for compressed nerves to recover.
OPENING THE DOORS FOR YOUR NERVES
Perhaps the most exciting discovery concerns what happens to the tiny ‘doorways’ where your nerves leave your spine. These spaces, called intervertebral foramina, can become narrowed due to disc problems, bone spurs, or swelling – effectively trapping your nerves and causing that darting pain, numbness, or tingling you might experience. Well, the same research team (3) found that flexion distraction essentially opens these nerve pathways, creating more space for proper nerve function. It's like widening a narrow hallway so people can move through easily again. When your nerves have enough space, they can function normally, transmitting proper signals throughout your body without the interference that provokes pain.
WHY THIS KNOWLEDGE CHANGES EVERYTHING
Understanding what's really happening during your treatment changes flexion distraction from a mysterious procedure into a logical, science-based solution. Your chiropractor at Dr. Hoang's Chiropractic Clinic is not just "trying something that might work" – your chiropractor is utilizing a technique that simultaneously addresses three major sources of your back pain: ‘stuck’ spinal segments, extreme disc pressure, and compressed nerve pathways. This knowledge can boost your confidence in your chiropractic treatment plan and help you grasp why consistency of care matters. Your spine didn't develop issues overnight, and true healing takes time. But now you know that each gentle session is methodically addressing the root causes of your discomfort, backed by scientific evidence. The next time you're on our treatment table, you can relax knowing that proven biomechanical changes are happening with each careful movement your chiropractor makes.
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Listen to this PODCAST with Dr. Brandon Skiles on The Back Doctors Podcast with Dr. Michael Johnson as he illustrates the relief with The Cox® Technic System of Spinal Pain Management for disc herniation.
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