Our New Decompression table, the first in Canada, is truly revolutionary and breaking all boundaries. This unique design utilizes a state-of-the-art digital command center for specific disc targeting, reducing the inside pressure separating them through decompression programming facilitating nutrients and oxygen transfer along with continuous readout and graphing of treatment protocols. In a recent study published in Spine 82% of selected patients reported improvement after only two weeks of decompression like treatment with proper exercises.

At Simply Align we are committed to combine physiotherapy modalities, acupuncture, joint manipulation, mobilization, personalized and supervised exercises guided with surface electromyography (SEMG) depicting electrical activity of individual muscles assisting in neuromuscular training and rehabilitation (Biofeedback) along with cognitive behavioral tools to achieve maximum therapeutic effect along with spinal decompression. We believe that this unique multi-approach is the key to a speedy recovery.

Spinal Decompression works for patients diagnosed with compressed or herniated discs.

Effectively treats disabling low back, neck, radiating leg & arm pain, and headaches. Decompression Tables effectively relieves pain associated with disc herniation, degenerative discs, posterior facet syndromes, by reducing the pressure on spinal discs and facet joints through unloading created by distraction and positioning. Decompression Table Therapy effectively enhances the healing process and renders quick, effective and amazing pain relief that enables most patients to return to a more active lifestyle.

Spinal Decompression Research

"Serial MRI of 20 patients treated with the decompression table shows in our study up to 90% reduction of subligamentous nucleus herniation in 10 of 14. Some rehydration occurs detected by T2 and proton density signal increase. Torn annulus repair is seen in all."
Eyerman, Edward MD. Simple pelvic traction gives inconsistent relief to herniated lumbar disc sufferers. Journal of Neuroimaging. Paper presented to the American Society of Neuroimaging, Orlando, Florida 2-26-98.

Decompression group displayed greater improvements in disability (mean adjusted ODI difference of 7.2 points) and fear-avoidance (mean adjusted FABQ difference 2.6 points) at 2 weeks

Fritz JM et al.  Is there a subgroup of patients with low back pain likely to benefit from mechanical traction? Results of a randomized clinical trial and subgrouping analysis.  Spine 2007; 32(26): E793-E800

The ABC’s of Spinal Decompression is multi-approach technique put together thorough years of experience by our staff at Simply Align Rehab.

A: Active core and neck musculature strengthening and lumbar spine stabilization. Many patients feel better after traditional treatment but their symptoms return within a few hours to a few days. Through proper core stabilization designed specifically by our staff for individuals with disc injuries long lasting effect are achieved.

B: Biofeedback through usage of surface electromyography (SEMG) equipment. By using highly sensitive SEMG units our staff can depict overactive from underactive muscles so that prescribed exercises are more specific to that individual. MyoTrac Infiniti systems allow us to measure high-resolution surface electromyography(SEMG) and perform electrical stimulation in a large number of configurations. The MyoTrac Infiniti stands apart from the competition by also performing SEMG-triggered stimulation. SEMG is used to trigger stimulation, to help patients improve volitional activation of target muscle groups. This combination of three modalities enhances treatment possibilities and eliminates the requirements for multiple devices.

C: Complementing treatments and supplementation. Being a new technology up to date there are only few studies supporting spinal decompression as a standalone treatment. Therefore we at Simply Align Rehab include other proven treatments as part of our Decompression Therapy. These complementary treatments include Physiotherapy Modalities such as Electrotherapy, Ultrasound and Laser Therapy, Myofascial Release Techniques, Joint Mobilization/Manipulation, McKenzie Extensions, Acupuncture as well as Cognitive Behavioural Tools. Nutrition supplementation is also a crucial part of our multi-approach treatment for Spinal Decompression patients. Supplements include natural anti-inflammatory supplements, joint replenishing supplements as well as array of natural pain reducing ointments and products.

D: Our Decompression Tables effectively relieve pain associated with disc herniation, bulges, degeneration and posterior facet syndromes by reducing the pressure on spinal discs and facet joints through unloading created by distraction and positioning.
Features:

• Digital (DOC) Command Center which includes:
  - Specific Vertebral Targeting
  - Separate lumbar and cervical decompression programming
  - Continuous readout and graphing of treatment parameters
• Pre-Programmed lumbar and cervical decompression protocols
• Customizable treatment protocols
• Table elevation
• Reference library - including patient setup and training materials

E: Education Process. Last but not least is Simply Align Rehab’s unique patient education. At our clinic we find over and over again patients are ill-informed about their condition. Many of our patients have been doing the wrong exercises and treatments for months only to aggravate their conditions. Proper lifting, proper posture as well as positions or exercises to avoid are just as important as the decompression treatments. At our facilities patient education starts from day one and continues throughout the treatment duration.

All potential patients are highly recommended to follow all five components.

Affordability: Many patients have been suffering with bad backs and neck pain for a long time. We understand that you may have already spent a fortune for your condition. You will not be refused due to your financial restraints. We recommend our 7 week comprehensive decompression packages which includes the above 5 components. Most insurance plans are accepted. Senior discount is also available.

Treatment Duration and Frequency: Due to unique formation of human spine and Intervertebral discs frequent treatment are recommended for the duration of the treatments. We initially recommend two to three weeks of treatment at the frequency of three times a week to see any improvement. Once some improvements have been achieved the patient can continue with the rest of the program that may take up to four to five weeks depending on the severity of the their condition. Please note that improvements are not guaranteed but rest assure that our ethical staff at Simply Align Rehab will terminate treatments if significant improvements are not achieved within a timely manner.

Also remember to bring with you any x-ray, CT scan, or MRI reports...