Short answer: spinal decompression is a non-surgical treatment. A motorized table gently stretches your spine to take pressure off a disc and a pinched nerve. At MaxLiving Wixom it always starts with an exam. You see the findings before any plan starts.
What spinal decompression is
Your spine is a stack of bones with soft discs between them. The discs act like cushions. MedlinePlus explains that when a disc ruptures, its soft center can press on and irritate nearby nerves. That can cause back pain or sciatica.
Spinal decompression uses a motorized table to slowly stretch the spine. The goal is to ease pressure on the disc and the nerve, so they have room to heal. It is gentle and controlled. There are no needles, no cuts and no downtime.
Who it may help
Decompression is built for pain that comes from a disc. Common patterns include:
- A herniated or bulging disc
- Sciatica, pain that runs from the low back down one leg
- Disc-related low back pain
- A pinched nerve
Not every back pain comes from a disc. That is why we confirm fit with a structural exam, not a guess. Many people look at decompression as a non-surgical option before they think about spine surgery.
What a visit looks like
| Step | What happens | Your part |
|---|---|---|
| 1. History and exam | We listen first, then measure how your spine and posture sit. | Tell us where it hurts and what makes it worse. |
| 2. Findings in plain words | You see what we found and what decompression would involve. | Ask anything. You decide what happens next. |
| 3. Planned sessions | You lie back while the table gently stretches the spine. | Keep your scheduled visits so progress can be measured. |
| 4. Re-checks | We compare your progress against your starting point. | Share what has changed day to day. |
Every visit is by appointment, so your time on the table is planned and unhurried. When the same exam finds a structural shift, your plan may add corrective chiropractic.
Questions to ask before you start
- Does my exam show a disc is part of the problem?
- What will each session feel like?
- How will we measure if it is working?
- Does my plan also need chiropractic care or other tools?
- What should I avoid between visits?
A good office will answer each of these in plain words before you commit to anything.
Decompression near Novi, Walled Lake and Commerce
MaxLiving Wixom is at 29680 S Wixom Road, Wixom, MI 48393. Our office serves Wixom, Novi, Walled Lake, Commerce Township, Milford and South Lyon. If you live in one of these towns and want a non-surgical option for disc pain, start with our spinal decompression page or what to expect as a new patient.
Want to know if this fits you? Your first visit starts with a history and a structural exam, and you see the findings before any plan starts.
Request a visit online or call (248) 892-7246.
Common questions
Is spinal decompression surgery?
No. It uses a motorized table to gently stretch the spine. There are no cuts and no hospital stay.
What does it feel like?
Most people lie back while the table works. The stretch is slow and controlled, and we explain each step first.
How many sessions will I need?
Plans vary. Sessions run as a planned series, and we re-check your progress along the way.
Can decompression be combined with chiropractic care?
Yes. When your exam supports both, decompression and corrective chiropractic work as one plan.
Do you see people from Novi, Walled Lake and Commerce Township?
Yes. Our office is at 29680 S Wixom Road in Wixom and serves Novi, Walled Lake, Commerce Township, Milford and South Lyon.
Sources
This guide is general health information, not a diagnosis. For new or severe symptoms, see a licensed provider.