What We Treat
Genesis Back & Neck | St. George provides non-surgical spinal decompression therapy for patients dealing with disc-related conditions that produce nerve pain, numbness, or weakness. You may be managing lower back pain that shoots down your leg into your arms or fingers, or neck discomfort that radiates into your fingers. These symptoms often stem from damaged spinal discs pressing against nerves, creating persistent discomfort that limits your ability to work, sleep, or participate in routine activities.
The clinic commonly treats bulging discs, herniated discs, sciatica, and spinal stenosis using the DRX9000 spinal decompression system. Bulging discs occur when the outer layer of the disc weakens and allows the inner material to push outward, while herniated discs involve a rupture that lets disc material leak into the spinal canal. Sciatica refers to nerve pain that travels down the leg when the sciatic nerve is compressed, and spinal stenosis describes narrowing of the spinal canal that places pressure on the spinal cord or nerve roots. Each of these conditions can produce sharp pain, tingling, or numbness that worsens with certain movements or positions.
Contact Genesis Back & Neck | St. George to discuss your symptoms and learn whether spinal decompression therapy is a suitable option for your condition.
How Decompression Therapy Addresses Nerve Compression
Your treatment plan begins with an evaluation to identify which spinal levels are affected and determine whether decompression therapy is appropriate. The DRX9000 system uses computerized sensors to apply precise pulling forces to the spine, creating negative pressure inside the damaged disc. This negative pressure environment is intended to encourage retraction of bulging or herniated disc material away from compressed nerves while promoting circulation of oxygen and nutrients that support natural healing.
After completing a series of decompression sessions, you may notice reduced pain intensity, less frequent shooting sensations into your legs or arms, and improved ability to perform activities that previously triggered symptoms. Many patients report that they can sit through meetings, drive longer distances, or sleep through the night without waking due to nerve pain. Genesis Back & Neck | St. George tracks your progress and adjusts treatment protocols based on how your symptoms respond over time.
Treatment is delivered in a series of sessions scheduled over several weeks, with each session lasting approximately twenty to thirty minutes. The therapy does not involve surgery, injections, or medication, and you remain fully clothed during the procedure. Results depend on the severity of disc damage, the duration of symptoms, and your body's individual healing response. Decompression therapy is not appropriate for all spinal conditions, and certain factors such as fractures, severe osteoporosis, or previous spinal fusion or spinal cancer may disqualify candidates.
Questions Patients Ask About Disc Treatment
Individuals exploring non-surgical options for disc-related pain often want to understand what the therapy involves, how long treatment takes, and what outcomes they can reasonably expect.
What symptoms indicate that I might benefit from spinal decompression?
Radiating pain down the legs or arms, numbness or tingling in the extremities, chronic lower back or neck pain, and pain that worsens with sitting or standing are common signs of nerve compression caused by disc problems. Decompression therapy targets these mechanical issues.
Why does disc damage cause pain in areas far from the spine?
Spinal discs sit between vertebrae near nerve roots that branch out to other parts of the body. When a damaged disc presses on a nerve root, pain or numbness can travel along the entire nerve pathway, producing symptoms in the legs, feet, arms, or hands.
What happens if decompression therapy does not resolve my symptoms?
Low back pain can often have multiple contributing factors. While decompression therapy is highly effective for many patients, there are times when additional support may be needed. Throughout your care, we continuously evaluate your progress. If we determine that another treatment should be used alongside decompression—or that collaboration with another specialist would better support your outcome—we will make those recommendations as appropriate to ensure you receive the most comprehensive care possible.
If disc-related pain is interfering with your daily routine and you have not found relief through other conservative treatments, reach out to Genesis Back & Neck | St. George to schedule an evaluation and discuss whether spinal decompression therapy is appropriate for your condition.