
Living with back pain can affect almost every part of your life. However, you don't have to live with it. In our West Des Moines clinic, we work to restore your mobility, reduce discomfort, and get you back to the things in life that you love.
Chiropractic spinal decompression is a safe, non-surgical treatment to reduce pressure on the spine. In simpler terms:
It creates space between your vertebrae.
It reduces nerve compression.
It helps your spine heal naturally — without drugs or surgery.
When done properly, spinal decompression can address the root cause of pain, not just mask the symptoms.
If you experience chronic back pain, neck pain, or tingling sensations in your limbs, spinal decompression exercises may help. You might benefit from this treatment if you have:
Herniated or bulging discs
Degenerative disc disease
Sciatica or nerve compression
Persistent lower back or neck pain
Injuries from poor posture or repetitive strain
A chiropractor in West Des Moines can perform a detailed assessment to determine whether spinal decompression is right for you. Every spine is unique, so your treatment plan will be tailored to your specific needs.
During your spinal decompression session, you’ll lie comfortably on a specially designed table. The chiropractor will gently apply traction to your spine in precise cycles of pulling and relaxing.
Here’s what you can expect:
1. Preparation
2. Gentle Traction
3. Relaxation Cycles
4. Duration
Most patients describe the experience as relaxing — some even fall asleep during the process!
Spinal decompression is not a one-and-done treatment. It is part of an eventual healing process to help your spine realign and function better in the long run.
As you progress through your recovery spinal decompression experience, you may experience:
Less stiffness in the neck or lower back area
Less pain and inflammation
Better alignment, or better posture
The ability to return to an activity you previously avoided
To support your results after spinal decompression, you will be asked to do:
Gentle stretching routines
Core-strengthening exercises
Lifestyle adjustments
These adjustments will complement the decompression process to help keep your spine balanced and pain-free.
Some of the benefits include:
No incision or medication
Relief of chronic back or neck pain
Improved blood and nutrient flow to the spinal discs
Increased mobility and flexibility
Long-term spinal health and posture recovery
As patients tell us, they value how this helps them feel better naturally, without the need for invasive procedures or painkillers.
If you have chosen a chiropractor in West Des Moines, you are assured that your care is being provided by professionals with a knowledge of your lifestyle and local common causes of back pain.
At our practice we specialize in:
Comprehensive spinal evaluations
Individualized decompression treatment plans
Education about maintaining spinal health
Continued support for prevention
We focus on the active role of our patients in their healing process — your healing does not stop when you step off the decompression table.
Yes, chiropractors are trained to decompress the spine safely.
Everyone is different, and results will vary. Some patients get relief after just a few visits, while others benefit from several weeks of regular treatments to reach their full potential.
Most people feel little to no pain during the adjustment and decompression procedures.
Decompression should not be painful. The procedure is done with gentle stretching and relaxation cycles that patients generally find pleasurable.