What Is Spinal Decompression?
Spinal decompression is a non-surgical treatment that gently stretches the spine to relieve pressure on the discs, nerves, and joints. It can be done manually or with a specialized decompression table.
For athletes, it’s often used to:
Relieve nerve compression (such as sciatica or pinched nerves)
Improve spinal mobility
Support recovery after intense training or injury
Why Athletes Experience Spinal Compression
Athletes, whether in high-impact sports or repetitive movement activities, place significant stress on their spine.
Common reasons include:
High-impact movements (running, jumping, tackling)
Heavy weightlifting causing disc compression
Repetitive twisting motions in sports like golf, baseball, or tennis
Poor recovery periods between training sessions
Over time, these stresses can cause:
Disc bulges or herniations
Nerve irritation
Chronic back pain
Reduced range of motion
Benefits of Spinal Decompression for Athletes
Relieves Pressure on Nerves
Helps reduce pain, numbness, and tingling from compressed nerves.Improves Disc Health
The gentle stretching creates negative pressure inside the discs, encouraging nutrient-rich fluid to flow in for healing.Supports Faster Recovery
By improving spinal alignment and blood flow, decompression can help athletes bounce back sooner after intense activity.Enhances Mobility
Restores flexibility in the spine, improving athletic performance.Reduces Risk of Long-Term Injury
Keeps the spine healthier and better able to handle future physical demands.
When Should Athletes Consider Spinal Decompression?
This treatment may be helpful if you’re experiencing:
Persistent back or neck pain after training
Sciatica or shooting pain down the leg
Disc bulge or herniation diagnosis
Numbness or tingling in the arms or legs
Limited spinal flexibility affecting performance
How Spinal Decompression Fits into Athletic Care
Athletes often benefit most when decompression is combined with:
Chiropractic adjustments for alignment
Soft tissue therapies to release muscle tension
Targeted stretching and strengthening exercises
Proper recovery and mobility routines
How Re-LAX Chiropractic + Wellness Can Help
At Re-LAX Chiropractic + Wellness, we offer gentle, targeted spinal decompression to support athletes at every level.
Our care plans may also include soft tissue release, corrective exercises, and chiropractic adjustments to maximize recovery and keep you performing at your best.
📍 Visit Us:
Re-LAX Chiropractic + Wellness
8929 South Sepulveda Blvd., Suite 100
Los Angeles, CA 90045
🌐 https://re-laxchiropractic.com
Ready to recover faster and move better? Schedule your spinal decompression therapy today.