{"id":1965,"date":"2026-06-10T07:09:29","date_gmt":"2026-06-10T07:09:29","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/abbot.tiau.com\/health\/?p=1965"},"modified":"2026-06-10T07:09:29","modified_gmt":"2026-06-10T07:09:29","slug":"can-spinal-decompression-help-back-pain-doctors-explain","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/abbot.tiau.com\/health\/?p=1965","title":{"rendered":"Can Spinal Decompression Help Back Pain? Doctors Explain"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" width=\"480\" height=\"270\" src=\"\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/Sw_xisipj6s\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p>\ud83d\udce9 Contact us: talkingwithdocs@gmail.com<\/p>\n<p>Back pain, sciatica, disc herniations, and spinal stenosis can make everyday movement frustrating \u2014 and for many people, finding relief without surgery becomes the big question. So what exactly is spinal decompression, how does it work, and who may actually benefit from it?<\/p>\n<p>In this episode of Talking With Docs, Dr. Brad Weening and Dr. Paul Zalzal are joined by Dr. Corinne Roughsedge, Chiropractor at Beach Chiropractic &amp; Wellness Centre, to discuss non-surgical spinal decompression, how it works, and the types of spinal conditions it may be used for.<\/p>\n<p>Dr. Corinne Roughsedge explains the history behind spinal decompression therapy, how it differs from traditional traction or inversion, and how specialized decompression tables are designed to reduce pressure on spinal discs and nerves. The conversation also covers herniated discs, sciatica, spinal stenosis, cervical and lumbar symptoms, patient selection, contraindications, expected outcomes, and why spinal decompression is often combined with rehabilitation exercises and a broader treatment plan.<\/p>\n<p>\ud83d\udc69\u200d\u2695\ufe0f Guest Information:<br \/>\nDr. Corinne Roughsedge<br \/>\nBA (Hon.), DC<br \/>\nBeach Chiropractic &amp; Wellness Centre<br \/>\n\ud83d\udccd 1555 Mosley Street, Wasaga Beach, ON L9Z 2B7<br \/>\n\ud83d\udcde 705-429-0911<br \/>\n\ud83d\udce0 705-429-7112<br \/>\n\ud83d\udce7 frontdesk@beachchiropractic.ca<br \/>\n\ud83c\udf10 https:\/\/beachchiropractic.ca\/<\/p>\n<p>You\u2019ll learn:<br \/>\n\u2022 What non-surgical spinal decompression is<br \/>\n\u2022 How spinal decompression differs from traditional traction<br \/>\n\u2022 The history behind decompression therapy<br \/>\n\u2022 What a spinal decompression treatment looks like<br \/>\n\u2022 How decompression may help herniated discs and sciatica<br \/>\n\u2022 What spinal stenosis is and why it matters<br \/>\n\u2022 Cervical vs lumbar decompression<br \/>\n\u2022 Who may benefit from treatment<br \/>\n\u2022 When spinal decompression may not be recommended<br \/>\n\u2022 What results patients may expect over time<br \/>\n\u2022 Why exercises and rehab are still important<br \/>\n\u2022 How chiropractors and medical doctors work together to support spine health<\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019ve ever wondered what spinal decompression actually is \u2014 or whether it may help with back pain, sciatica, or disc-related symptoms \u2014 this episode offers a practical and informative discussion with doctors and a chiropractor.<\/p>\n<p>\ud83c\udfa7 Listen on Your Favourite Platforms:<br \/>\nSpotify:<br \/>\n<iframe title=\"Spotify Embed: Vitamin D: Best Ways To Make Sure You\u2019re Getting Enough\" style=\"border-radius: 12px\" width=\"100%\" height=\"152\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen allow=\"autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; fullscreen; picture-in-picture\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/open.spotify.com\/embed\/show\/3OFxEjictC41CCS1z2AVKe?utm_source=oembed\"><\/iframe><br \/>\nApple Podcast:<br \/>\n<iframe class=\"wp-embedded-content\" sandbox=\"allow-scripts\" security=\"restricted\" title=\"Talking With Docs Podcast\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"341\" src=\"https:\/\/embed.podcasts.apple.com\/us\/podcast\/talking-with-docs-podcast\/id1799242189#?secret=mvWRsWkSUw\" data-secret=\"mvWRsWkSUw\"><\/iframe><br \/>\nYouTube Music:<br \/>\n\u2022 TWD Podcast<\/p>\n<p>\ud83d\udc55 Shop Our MERCH:<br \/>\nhttps:\/\/www.spreadshirt.ca\/shop\/user\/talking+with+docs\/<br \/>\n\u2764\ufe0f Support Oakville Hospital:<br \/>\nhttps:\/\/donate.oakvillehospitalfoundation.com<\/p>\n<p>\ud83d\udcf1 Follow Us:<br \/>\nTikTok:<\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"tiktok-embed\" cite=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/@talkingwithdocs\" data-unique-id=\"talkingwithdocs\" data-embed-from=\"oembed\" data-embed-type=\"creator\" style=\"max-width:780px; min-width:288px;\">\n<section> <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/@talkingwithdocs?refer=creator_embed\">@talkingwithdocs<\/a> <\/section>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p> <script async src=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/embed.js\"><\/script><br \/>\nInstagram:<br \/>\nhttps:\/\/www.instagram.com\/talkingwithdocs\/?hl=en<br \/>\nFacebook:<br \/>\nhttps:\/\/www.facebook.com\/profile.php?id=100063617375848<\/p>\n<p>\ud83d\uded1 DISCLAIMER:<br \/>\nThis content is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice. 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