Grabenstatter Wellness

Spinal Decompression

Grabenstatter Wellness is dedicated to offering the latest, state-of-the-art therapies for treating pain in the low back and neck, sciatica, pinched nerves, and bulging or degenerative disc disease. To accomplish this we utilize a combination of Spinal Decompression and Cold Laser Therapy. We believe the Triton DTS Spinal Decompression table and the Vectra Genisys Laser to be the most advanced non-surgical and pain-free alternatives available today.  Dr. Grabenstatter has been serving the Buffalo,NY, Western NY area since 1999.

Frequently asked questions about Spinal Decompression

Why is Spinal Decompression Therapy so successful?
During the procedure, the computer controlled decompression table cycles between distraction and relaxation phases. With proper positioning, a specific spinal disc can be isolated and placed under negative pressure, causing a vacuum effect within it. The vacuum effect accomplishes two things. From a mechanical standpoint, protruded or herniated disc material can be pulled back within the disc relieving pressure on nerves. Also, the vacuum within the disc stimulates increased blood supply and nutrient exchange within damage tissues. Since the disc is an avascular structure, it doesn't receive fresh blood and oxygen with every beat of the heart. It requires "diffusion" created by motion and "decompression" to restore nutrients and enhance healing. This results in pain reduction and increased healing at the injured site.

Who can benefit from Spinal Decompression Therapy?
Spinal decompression therapy is designed to unload the spinal disc. Back pain or neck pain due to a damaged disc may be helped by spinal decompression therapy. These conditions include herniated, protruding or bulging discs, spinal stenosis, sciatica or radiculopathy.

Are there conditions where Spinal Decompression is not indicated?
Spinal decompression therapy is usually not recommended for pregnant women, or patients who have severe osteoporosis, severe obesity or severe nerve damage. However, every patient is evaluated on an individual basis.

How often do I take treatment sessions? How long does each session last?
Each decompression session requires approximately 15-30 minutes. Spinal decompression is usually performed 3-5 times a week for 10-30 sessions.

I have had spinal surgery, but continue to have pain. Can I try Spinal Decompression Therapy?
Spinal decompression therapy can help people with back pain after failed spinal surgery. It can be performed in most patients who have not been left with an unstable spine after surgery.

Will Spinal Decompression Therapy treatments hurt? Is it safe?
Decompression Therapy is one of the safest and most comfortable therapies available for spinal conditions. Most patients described the treatment as mild stretch of their back or hips, and often fall asleep during treatment sessions.

Is Spinal Decompression Therapy new?
Traction has been used for hundreds of years but Spinal Decompression Therapy is very modern and technologically advanced. Scientific research and modern procedures have dramatically improved effectiveness and success rates.

Why the need for exercises and other therapies?
A gradual breakdown of the foundational support of your back is what puts undue stresses on the discs and eventually leads to injury, pain and loss of function. A complete program targeting the function of the stabilization muscles is a vital part of decompression treatment.

Will my pain go away for good?
Although each case is unique, our clinical experience is that patients experiencing long-term pain relief or effective pain management completed the entire decompression program. As with any comprehensive rehabilitation program for long term pain relief, it is essential that you continue your home care exercises and use discretion in some daily activities.