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Decompressive Intelligent Spinal Correction IDD Therapy in Scunthorpe
At The Chirohealth Clinic, we provide DISC IDD Therapy, (also known as Non-Surgical Decompressive-Oscillation Therapy) designed to help people suffering with persistent back or neck pain caused by bulging or herniated discs, trapped nerves, and related spinal conditions.
DISC IDD Therapy is a gentle, computer-guided treatment which works by reducing pressure inside the affected disc, allowing fluid, nutrients, and oxygen to flow back in. That extra support can help mobilise a herniated disc, rehydrate the tissues, and ease the pressure on nearby nerves.
For most people, back and neck pain improves with chiropractic care, physical therapy, or corrective exercise. However, when pain persists, DISC IDD offers a high tech, non-invasive solution to target the specific level of the spine where the problem lies.
Many people come to us after trying other treatments that didn’t quite bring the comfort they were looking for. That’s where DISC IDD Therapy can make a difference – with those stubborn back or neck issues, so you can get back to feeling like yourself again.
In some cases, this cutting-edge system works alongside chiropractic care and massage therapy to target disc issues without surgery, giving patients more options for relief.
What Can DISC IDD Therapy Help With?
- Diagnosed with a disc bulge, herniation, prolapse, or slipped disc
- Living with sciatica
- Told you have degenerative discs
- Experiencing pain for more than a year
- Feeling pain when coughing or sneezing
- Diagnosed with spinal stenosis
- Having leg or arm symptoms like tingling, weakness, or pain
- Coping with back or neck pain that hasn’t improved, even after chiropractic, physiotherapy, osteopathy, or corrective exercise
- Looking to stop or reduce painkillers
- Wanting a safe alternative to injections or surgery
If you’ve been diagnosed with a disc problem, or you’re simply worried about ongoing back or neck pain and you’re not sure what to do next, we’re happy to talk through whether DISC IDD Therapy could be right for you.
Already know you’d like to get in touch?
You can book your DISC IDD Consultation Appointment online or simply call our friendly team, and we’ll be happy to discuss the options available.
How Does DISC IDD Therapy (aka Spinal Decompression) Work?
When a disc is under too much pressure, it can become compressed to the point that the outer layers of the disc become fatigued or tear, which results in a bulge or herniation that causes irritation or compression of nearby nerves.
DISC IDD Therapy works by carefully and gradually reducing the pressure inside the affected disc. This creates a kind of “vacuum effect,” encouraging fluids, nutrients, and oxygen to flow back into the disc and allow it to “plump up” again — helping the disc to reposition and reduce pressure on sensitive nerves.
The targeted gentle low-frequency movements (called oscillations) create a soft stretching and releasing motion to mobilise the stiff spinal segments and improve flexibility by relaxing the local muscles and ligaments.
Together, these effects can help calm irritation, reduce pain, and give the body the best chance to restore normal function — without injections or surgery.
Benefits of DISC IDD Technology (Spinal Decompression & Oscillation)
- Pain relief – Helps ease pain and symptoms caused by pressure or irritation on the nerves
- Better mobility – Gentle treatment can improve movement and flexibility
- Non-invasive – No surgery, just a safe, targeted approach
- Low risk – Treatment is well tolerated with minimal side effects
- Cost-effective – An affordable alternative to surgery or other invasive options
- Helps reduce reliance on painkillers – giving you a way to manage symptoms without long-term medication
- Fits into everyday life – sessions are convenient and don’t require downtime, so you can carry on with your usual routine
- Supports natural healing – encourages fluids, oxygen, and nutrients back into the discs – just what they need to stay hydrated and healthy!
What Happens During a Session
- You’ll lie comfortably on the treatment table, which will take you from standing-to-lying and lying-to-standing, to avoid unnecessary twisting of the spine and enables progressive weight-bearing transition when dismounting.
- Each visit lasts about 40 minutes, with warming far-infrared heat at the start to relax, and cooling afterwards to ease the tissues.
- Using an ergonomic harness, the affected area of the spine is gently connected to the machine.
- Computer-controlled, precisely measured distraction and oscillation forces are applied to decompress and gently mobilise the spinal segment.
- By decompressing and oscillating an injured, bulging or herniated disc and gently working the soft tissues, we can take pressure off spinal discs, ease irritation, and allow better movement.
Many people find the sessions relaxing, and some even nod off!
Is Decompression the Same as Traction?
In short — no! Traction has been around since the 1970s and often involved stretching the whole body from the feet upward. You might even remember inversion tables from the 1980s, where people would hang upside down from their feet.
Spinal decompression is much more advanced. During treatment, you’ll lie comfortably on your back while a computer-controlled table gently moves beneath you. The machine is set at just the right angle to target specific spinal levels.
It’s a calm, precise, and modern approach — very different from the “all-over” stretch of traditional traction that has trended in the past.
“As a chiropractor, I see people with neck and back pain every day. While we’re able to help most patients with the range of manual therapies we offer, some people need something more. That’s where DISC IDD Technology comes in. It complements our care perfectly and reflects our philosophy of helping patients avoid surgery whenever possible. The Accu-Spina machine is the very best in the industry, and we’re proud to be leading the way in spinal healthcare as the first clinic in the whole of Lincolnshire to offer this type of therapy.” Julia Pullin DC (Principal Chiropractor & Owner)
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Frequently Asked Questions about DISC IDD Therapy
(Decompressive-Oscillation Therapy)
Is it painful?
Not at all — most people actually find DISC IDD Therapy surprisingly comfortable. Many even say it feels like a gentle stretch or relaxation session and often they nod off!
How long before I notice changes?
Everyone responds differently. Some people start to feel more comfortable after just a few sessions, while for others it may take a little longer as their body gradually adjusts. Your own healing rates are also a factor.
Will I need more than one session?
Yes. DISC IDD Technology is designed as a structured programme over time, with each session building on the last to help your spine recover and stay supported, as your body gets on with the job of healing.
What makes DISC IDD Therapy different from other care?
The key difference is precision. DISC IDD Technology uses a computer-controlled system to gently and accurately target the affected area of your spine — applying forces that simply can’t be done by hand.
Can I have DISC IDD Therapy after spinal injections?
Yes. In most cases, you can start about two weeks after injections.
What about my MRI scan?
If you have one, definitely bring it along — it helps us get the clearest picture of what’s going on with your spine.
Is there anyone who shouldn’t have DISC IDD Therapy?
There are a few situations where it isn’t suitable, such as with certain spinal conditions, recent fractures, or other health concerns. That’s why we always start with a full consultation, to make sure the DISC IDD Therapy is safe and right for you.
Signs and Symptoms of Disc Problems, or Disc-Related Injury
If you’ve been living with back or neck pain, you may already know how much it can affect daily life. Disc issues can show up in many ways, including:
- Back or Neck Pain – a dull, aching discomfort in the lower back, mid-back, or neck. Pain may worsen with sitting, standing for long periods, or certain movements like bending, lifting, or twisting.
- Radiating Pain (Radicular Pain) – when a bulging or herniated disc presses on nearby nerves, it can cause sharp, burning, or shooting pain that travels down the arms (if the problem is in the neck) or legs (if the problem is in the lower back).
- Numbness and Tingling – “pins and needles,” tingling, or loss of sensation in the arms, hands, fingers, legs, feet, or toes.
- Increased Pain with Movement – sneezing, coughing, or straining can make the pain worse. Prolonged sitting or sudden forward bending may also aggravate symptoms.
- Muscular Weakness – weakness in the arms or legs, difficulty lifting, walking, or even feeling as though a limb may give way.
- Reduced Mobility & Stiffness – feeling stiff, especially in the morning, or struggling with simple movements like moving from lying to sitting, sitting to standing, or turning your head.
- Sciatica – pain running from the lower back through the hips, buttocks, and down the leg, often caused by a herniated disc or spinal stenosis.
⚠️ Cauda Equina Syndrome – In rare cases, disc problems may cause this serious condition. Symptoms include severe low back pain, numbness in the inner thighs or buttocks, loss of bladder or bowel control, or sudden weakness in both legs. This is a medical emergency and requires immediate hospital care.
How DISC IDD Therapy Can Help
Living with ongoing pain or stiffness can be exhausting — and surgery or long-term medication might not be what you’ve chosen to do. DISC IDD Therapy (Spinal Decompression & Oscillation) offers a safe, gentle, and effective alternative.
If you recognise some of the symptoms above, you don’t have to live with them. DISC IDD Therapy could be the gentle step forward you’ve been looking for.
