Cox and Leander Decompression

Another name used for the Flexion Distraction procedure offered at Douglas Chiropractic is "Cox and Leander Decompression," which is the brand name of the chiropractic tables used for this process. This technique is extremely effective at treating herniated discs, lower back pain, leg sciatica and other conditions. Flexion Distraction gently reduces the pressure inside any herniated discs in your spine. It works by slowly flexing your spine, which opens the spaces between the discs in your spine. By decompressing the vertebrae, the pressure is relieved.

Flexion Distraction also helps pull the liquid within the disc (the nucleus pulposis) back to the center of the discs, which reduces the size and severity of the disc herniation. As the size of the disc herniation decreases, the pressure on the nerves...and the amount of pain also decreases. In addition to reducing the pain, Flexion Distraction also increases the circulation to areas of the lower back, which helps stimulate the body's natural healing process. There is no pain associated with the Cox and Leander Decompression procedure, with most patients feeling a small comfortable stretching sensation. Some patients undergoing Flexion Distraction have even been known to fall asleep during the procedure.

For more information on the Flexion Distraction Procedure offered at all of our South Florida locations, please call us toll-free at 1-877-777-8040, or click here to request an appointment.