Nonsurgical Spinal Decompression in Carlsbad

You will lie on the decompression table, and our team will position you and fit the supports for your session. The table applies controlled traction in cycles of pulling and relaxation, with settings tailored to your care plan.

We monitor your comfort throughout the session. Tell us if you experience pain, increased symptoms, or discomfort so we can adjust or stop treatment and reassess.

Dr. Derek Rupp reviews your symptoms, health history, examination findings, and any available imaging before recommending care. A disc diagnosis alone does not determine whether spinal decompression is appropriate for you.

We explain your care options, expected benefits, and limitations. Tell us about any previous spinal surgery so we can consider it during your evaluation and coordinate with another healthcare provider when appropriate.

Your comfort is monitored throughout treatment. Tell us immediately if you feel pain, increased symptoms, or discomfort so we can adjust or stop the session and reassess.

The number and frequency of sessions depend on your examination findings, goals, and response to care. We discuss an initial plan with you and reassess your progress to determine whether to continue, modify, or stop treatment.

When appropriate, your care plan may include rehabilitation exercises tailored to your examination findings, comfort, and goals. Our team explains how to perform the recommended exercises and adjusts them as you progress.

If you need physical therapy or another service outside our office, we can discuss a referral to an appropriate healthcare provider.

We reassess your symptoms, movement, and ability to perform daily activities during your care. Tell us about any improvements, new symptoms, or difficulties between visits.

Your response helps guide whether we continue, adjust, or stop treatment. If you are not progressing as expected, we discuss other care options or referral when appropriate.

Tell us about your medical conditions, medications, pregnancy, previous spinal surgery, and any implanted hardware. Bring any available imaging reports or relevant medical records to your evaluation.

We review this information with your examination findings before recommending care. Previous surgery does not automatically mean spinal decompression is appropriate; we may need additional information or input from your surgeon or another healthcare provider.

Please call 760-730-7313 for current spinal decompression fees and payment information. We explain the costs associated with your recommended care plan before treatment begins.

Acceptance of your insurance plan does not mean spinal decompression is covered. Contact your insurer to ask specifically about coverage for this service, any exclusions, and your potential out-of-pocket costs.