Avoid Back Surgery With Spinal Decompression | Chiropractor for Sciatica in Phoenix, AZ
Is Non-Surgical Spinal Decompression a Viable Alternative to Low Back Surgery?
Hi, I’m Dr. John. Welcome back to the office. Today, I want to talk to you about a very important and interesting topic: Is non-surgical spinal decompression a viable alternative to low back surgery for treating sciatica and chronic low back pain?
In many cases, the answer is yes. At Gonstead Physical Medicine, we’ve been treating disc injuries and low back conditions for over 20 years using the DRX 9000 Non-Surgical Spinal Decompression System—and we’ve seen great success.
Why Patients Seek Alternatives to Surgery
We’ve had countless patients come to our office considering more invasive procedures like:
- Epidural injections
- Nerve ablations
- Laminectomies
- Discectomies
- Spinal fusions
Many of these individuals chose not to move forward with surgery due to concerns like anesthesia, incisions, long recovery periods, and scar tissue formation. Instead, they opted for the DRX 9000, and many of them have experienced outstanding results.
Conditions the DRX 9000 Can Help Treat
One of the main reasons I recommend the DRX 9000 is that it is FDA-cleared to treat several conditions, including:
- Sciatica
- Disc injuries such as protruded, bulging, herniated, or extruded discs
- Degenerative disc disease
- Posterior facet syndrome (related to joint degeneration)
The Research Behind the DRX 9000
The DRX 9000 system isn’t just effective—it’s backed by research from top-tier institutions. In fact, this entire book I’m holding is filled with studies supporting its efficacy.
Some of the respected medical and academic institutions that have conducted research on the DRX 9000 include:
- Stanford University
- Johns Hopkins School of Medicine
- Mayo Clinic
- Harvard University
- Columbia University
- University of California, San Francisco
And most recently, a new study was conducted by the Department of Neurosurgery at the University of South Florida. That’s right—this is research being done by neurosurgeons, not chiropractors, further validating the system’s clinical credibility.
Why Choose Non-Surgical Decompression
Another major advantage of the DRX 9000 is that it comes with no long-term side effects, and it doesn’t create scar tissue, which can often lead to complications after surgery. This is a non-invasive, conservative treatment option that can provide significant relief without cutting into the body.
If you’re currently considering surgery or another invasive procedure, I strongly encourage you to do your research. Compare the success rates of those surgical options against those of non-surgical spinal decompression.
Bring Your MRI — Let’s Talk Options
If you’re interested, give Gonstead Physical Medicine a call. Bring your MRI, and I’d be happy to personally review it to see if you’re a candidate for the DRX 9000 treatment. If you don’t have an MRI yet, we can refer you out for one. An MRI is the gold standard for evaluating disc integrity and helps us determine if this approach is right for you.
We Follow Proven Protocols
At Gonstead Physical Medicine, we are proud members of the Disc Centers of America—the largest network of medical professionals who treat disc injuries without surgery. We use the DRX 9000, follow their standardized protocols, and adhere to research-backed treatment methods to ensure optimal outcomes for our patients.
We’re here to help you improve your quality of life, so you can get back to doing the things you love—without surgery. If you’re considering your options, call our office to learn more about non-surgical spinal decompression using the DRX 9000.
I’m Dr. John, and I look forward to seeing you in the next video.
Thank you!
