August 2025 Healthy News from Vancouver Disc Centers - Cox Technic® & Exercise: A Gentle Combination for Persistent Pain After Back Surgery

WHEN Vancouver BACK SURGERY ISN'T ENOUGH: How Cox® Technic Offers Hope For Relief

Persistent back pain following back surgery presents a significant challenge, with traditional approaches often providing limited relief. Cox® Technic, a specialized type of chiropractic distraction spinal manipulation, offers a promising conservative treatment option. This gentle technique utilizes a specially designed table for controlled distraction treatment of the low back, generating decompression while mobilizing tight segments.

Research demonstrates Cox® Technic's clinical success for post-surgical back pain. Gudavalli et al. (2016) examined patients with continued low back and radicular pain following spinal surgeries, revealing significant improvements in both pain levels and functional disability scores after Cox® Technic care. (1) Furthermore, Trager et al. (2024) discovered that patients who received chiropractic care, including distraction techniques, were significantly less likely to require repeat surgery than those without conservative manual therapy. (2)

Cox® Technic's effectiveness stems from its ability to create negative intradiscal pressure, promote nutrient exchange, and restore normal spinal biomechanics without aggressive manipulation. This makes it particularly suitable for post-surgical patients needing gentle, precise treatment that respects altered spinal anatomy while addressing ongoing pain and dysfunction.

Vancouver CHIROPRACTIC TIP OF THE MONTH: Exercise After Back Surgery

However it turned out, Your back surgery marked the start of your healing journey, not the end of your active life! Recent research by Son et al. (2025) demonstrates that both guided and self-paced exercise programs can safely restore your strength and flexibility after Vancouver lumbar spine surgery. (3) Your body is a remarkable healing machine, and movement is its fuel. Don't let worry hold you back from progress—every gentle stretch and mindful step forward reshapes your future. Your spine isn't just recovering; it's preparing to support all your dreams again. Start today!

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