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ABOUT THIS TREATMENT
What Is Flexion Distraction?
Flexion Distraction is a specialized chiropractic technique performed on a segmented table that gently stretches and decompresses the lumbar spine. It was developed to treat disc-related conditions without surgery or injections.
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At Central Health Chiropractic in Des Moines, Dr. Jake Boyle uses this technique to help patients with herniated discs, sciatica, and lower back pain regain function and reduce pain — often in as few as 4–6 sessions.
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Unlike traditional high-velocity adjustments, Flexion Distraction uses slow, rhythmic movements. It's ideal for patients who need a gentler approach, including those recovering from injury or dealing with chronic disc conditions.
THE PROCESS
How It Works
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CONDITIONS TREATED
We Can Help With
Herniated or bulging discs
Degenerative disc disease
Lumbar stenosis
Spondylolisthesis
Sciatica
Lower back pain
Facet syndrome
Failed back surgery syndrome
What You'll Experience
Decompresses spinal discs
Reduces intradiscal pressure to allow herniated material to retract.
Restores disc nutrition
Rhythmic motion pumps fluids and nutrients back into damaged discs.
Relieves nerve pain
Removes pressure from compressed spinal nerves causing leg pain or numbness.
Non-surgical & gentle
An effective alternative to surgery — no anesthesia, no downtime.
