Overcoming Post-Surgical Carrolltown Back Pain: How Exercise and Cox Technic Flexion Distraction Can Help
Bouncing back from back surgery can be a challenging process, particularly when pain continues. However, a combination of directed exercises and focused chiropractic techniques, such as Cox Technic Flexion Distraction, can significantly improve recovery and decrease post-surgical back pain.
Exercise as a Foundation for Recovery
Exercise is one of the most effective tools in containing post-surgical back pain. A recent systematic review and meta-analysis published in the American Journal of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation (2024) highlights its role in alleviating pain and disability after lumbar disc herniation surgery. The study assessed multiple randomized controlled trials and notes that structured physical exercise programs not only lower pain but also boost mobility and general quality of life for post-surgical back pain patients. (1) Gormish Chiropractic & Rehabilitation incorporates exercise in all our Carrolltown chiropractic patients’ treatment plans. It’s that helpful!
Key benefits of exercise include:
- Increased blood flow to promote healing.
- Boosted core and back muscles to support the spine.
- Improved mental well-being by reducing stress and anxiety associated with chronic pain.
However, post-surgical patients should always work closely with their healthcare providers like their Carrolltown chiropractor to create individualized, safe, and effective exercise regimens personalized to their recovery needs.
The Role of Cox Technic Flexion Distraction
For many post-surgery patients, Cox Technic Flexion Distraction gives extra relief from lower back and radicular pain. This chiropractic treatment that Gormish Chiropractic & Rehabilitation uses is gentle, controlled spinal decompression to reduce pressure on the nerves and discs, while enhancing spinal mobility. A retrospective case series published in the Journal of Chiropractic Medicine (2016) found that patients who have continued low back pain after surgery experienced significant improvements with this technique. (2)
Key benefits of Cox Technic Flexion Distraction incorporate:
- Lowered nerve irritation and inflammation.
- Gradual and pain-free restoration of spinal function.
- Safe usage for patients with specific surgical histories.
A Path to Less Painful Living
Combining structured exercises with Cox Technic Flexion Distraction makes available a holistic approach to managing post-surgical back pain. If you're navigating your recovery, consult your Carrolltown chiropractor at Gormish Chiropractic & Rehabilitation to see if these options could fit into your plan and help you recover. Taking such steps today may well lead to a stronger, less painful tomorrow.
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Listen to this PODCAST with Dr. Byron Folwell on The Back Doctors Podcast with Dr. Michael Johnson as he describes the effectiveness of the gentle protocols of The Cox® Technic System of Spinal Pain Management in treating the patient recovering from back surgery.
