Spinal Decompression Therapy is designed to treat people who are suffering from back and neck pain through non-surgical methods that help reduce pressure from the spinal cord and the surrounding nerves and muscles. This non-invasive method of treatment is a viable option for those who are looking to avoid surgery and have found no relief from other non-surgical treatments.
Through research and scientific trials of analyzing this method of treatment, Spinal Decompression Therapy works together with the spine and muscles to effectively provide relief from back pain and spinal discomfort. The most significant advantage of spinal decompression is that it does not involve surgery. You can heal your pain without any blood loss, scarring, infection, or pain injection. There is also no need to take time off work or to endure long hours of physical therapy.
Back or Neck
Reduce chronic or acute back and neck pain with this non-invasive therapy.
Slipped, Bulging, or Herniated Disc, Ankylosing Spondylitis, or Bone Spurs
Promote natural healing while decreasing inflammation with this drug-free therapy.
Osteoarthritis, Facet Arthropathy, or Facet Syndrome
Relieve pain and slow degeneration, with no adverse side effects or recovery time.
Sciatica, Spinal Stenosis, or Spondylosis
Reduce pressure in discs and on nerves while replenishing synovial fluid.
I like the decompression system they use , very helpful in realigning my back and fixing my 3 & 5 bulging disc
The kindness and professional help that is given here improves a person's life the minute they walk through the doors and are greeted pleasantly by everybody! My back has improved tremendously in a very short amount of time with the proper care and attention that was given & needed to make the healing process work better and faster without invasive surgery! Thank You so much for marked improvement!
I went in for my knee, back, and shoulder. They are very friendly, professional… they truly care
100% recommend! I have been to countless chiropractors in the past for the same issue. Each time I go in they ask few questions and then pop my back. It would temporarily relieved my pain, but it always came back. Dr. Shultz is the first chiropractor that has ever taken x-rays and actually looked into what's going on. He explained everything in depth to me and has helped me find a long term solution. I have never had such an amazing experience with any Dr. in any field! It is such a relief to find someone who actually cares! His staff are really above and beyond too, they are all friendly and you can tell they care as well. Is really is a very integrated health care experience. If you are having any sort of chiropractic problems, go to Pittsburgh East Medical!
Dr. Schultz is a first-rate diagnostician with treatment skills to match. I have two vertebrae that were damaged at birth, one in my neck and the other in my lower back.
Dr. Schultz was able to diagnose that the one in my neck had degenerated beyond the possibility of restoring full function while the one in my lower back would be able to be more fully restored.
He prescribed a course of weekly treatments that improved both over a period of eight months. I continue to use less intensive bi-weekly treatments to maintain their improved level of functionality.
Before Dr. Schultz had diagnosed and treated my condition, I had been treated by other chiropractors; their diagnoses were less thorough and their treatments were less effective.
Other patients have noted that the cost of effective treatment can be high, but the relief of my chronic pain has been worth the cost.
For patients with limited financial means or insurance that will not cover his treatments, he can work out payment plans that make them more affordable.
He and his staff of medical and administrative technicians are also warm and welcoming to all of their patients. They provide an atmosphere skilled medical practice that is also caring.
The staff are all very friendly and professional. I have only been here a few times and I am very happy with the treatments. The doctor goes over everything with you to make sure you understand what the treatment will do for you. I would recommend that if you need help get a free consultation. It’s worth it.
*Disclaimer: Results are not guaranteed and may vary from person to person.
Spinal Decompression Therapy is non-surgical, non-invasive, drug-free treatment technique that treats patients suffering from chronic back and neck pain. The device used for this treatment provides calculated, computerized adjustments to create space between spinal vertebrae. Spinal Decompression Therapy helps reduce the pressure from the spine that is causing pain and discomfort.
Spinal Decompression Therapy may initially be performed manually to understand the level of pressure a patient can withstand before moving to a specialized device that provides accurate treatment consistently. The doctor or physician will softly stretch the area of the back or neck that is experiencing pain. Upon success of this stretch, the Spinal Decompression Therapy device will continue stretching the area of the spine to provide sustained pain relief by creating negative intradiscal pressure (vacuum effect), which allows fluids and nutrients to return to the spinal discs.
No. Most patients experience a reduction in pain after Spinal Decompression Therapy. With our Spinal Decompression Therapy device, each patient has the option to stop the treatment at any time by simply pushing a button.
Under normal circumstances, each session will take approximately 30 minutes. Basically, the length of time you spend on our device will be determined by the severity of your condition. We will gladly cover this information during your initial consultation.
Typically, patients experience improvement with just a few appointments or after the first week, but everybody is different. Some patients with severe chronic back pain have found quick relief after the first or second treatments. It is important to remember that results from Spinal Decompression Therapy therapy may vary depending on the severity of your condition.
No. Spinal Decompression Therapy the evolution of Traction. In other words, it is the next step. The biggest difference between the two is the “Vacuum Effect” that occurs from Spinal Decompression Therapy, which does not happen with Traction Therapy. In fact, traction therapy may tug on the body in a way that causes the muscles to respond and contract. This response will increase the amount of pressure to the vertebral disc that is affected and, ultimately, create more pain. The Vacuum Effect is so important because it is the negative pressure created through Spinal Decompression Therapy that allows nutrients and oxygen to repopulate the disc area and begin the healing process.
Insurance will normally cover part of your Spinal Decompression Therapy. However, each insurance plan is different, and we will get in touch with your insurance carrier to obtain a clear idea of the amount they will cover during your initial consultation.