If you're struggling with persistent back or neck pain, you may have heard of spinal decompression therapy — a non-surgical method intended to relieve pressure on the spinal discs and nerves. In particular, for those looking for advanced care, the team at ProBack Clinics has developed a modern protocol that many patients turn to when other treatments haven't delivered the relief they need. Proback Advanced Back Care

What is spinal decompression?

Spinal decompression describes a set of treatments aimed at reducing the pressure on the spinal discs and neural structures. According to the Cleveland Clinic, this mechanism can help in situations such as bulging discs, herniated discs, pinched nerves, sciatica and degenerative disc disease. 

At ProBack, the therapy uses a specialised table that gently stretches the spine in a controlled fashion. This stretching (or traction) helps create negative pressure inside the disc space, allowing fluids, oxygen and nutrients to flow into the disc and assist in the healing process. 

Why consider it?

The appeal of spinal decompression lies in its non-invasive nature: no surgery, no implants, and—when properly applied—minimal downtime. ProBack states that their equipment and approach deliver results in conditions typically resistant to simpler therapies. 

Conditions commonly helped include:

• Herniated or bulging discs

• Sciatica (nerve pain down the leg)

• Degenerative disc disease

• Chronic neck or back pain

• Spinal stenosis (narrowing of the spinal canal) 

The treatment process

At ProBack Clinics, your journey begins with a full assessment — case history, physical exam and sometimes diagnostic imaging. Then a tailored plan is developed. The spinal decompression machine applies gentle, computer-controlled traction and release cycles on either the lumbar (lower back) or cervical (neck) region, depending on the issue. Proback Advanced Back Care

Because discs receive limited blood supply, their healing is slower; decompression assists by improving fluid and nutrient movement into the disc, facilitating repair. 

Typical course: ProBack mentions that many patients follow a protocol of 12 sessions over roughly 4–6 weeks, though earlier relief may occur. 

Cost & what to consider

At ProBack (London), the cost per session of spinal decompression therapy is listed at £120 (sterling pounds) per treatment.  There is also a consultation and examination that may cost separately.

Before starting, it’s wise to consider:

• Your specific diagnosis (is the pain disc-related?)

• Whether you’ve already tried more conservative therapies (physiotherapy, manual therapy, lifestyle changes)

• Whether you have any contraindications (for example serious spinal instability or infection)

• How many sessions you may need, and whether you combine this with other therapies (ProBack offers adjunct treatments like laser, shockwave etc) 

Benefits & limitations

Benefits include the potential to reduce pain and improve function without surgery, often with quicker return to normal activities. The traction-based mechanism helps restore disc hydration and reduce nerve-compression. ProBack report up to “90% success rate” for disc related issues in their clinic. 

However, there are limitations. As the Cleveland Clinic notes, spinal decompression may not be effective for all types of back pain. It’s more suited to disc-based pathologies rather than purely muscular or joint-based pain.  Also, the quality of evidence across different clinics and machines varies.

Is it right for you?

If you have been told you have a herniated or bulging disc, or you've had persistent back/leg or neck/arm pain due to nerve compression, and you're looking for a non-surgical option, spinal decompression at a specialist clinic like ProBack may be a good choice. It's crucial to have an accurate diagnosis first, understand the expected number of sessions, and evaluate cost vs potential outcome.

In summary, spinal decompression therapy offers a modern, targeted alternative to surgery for many disc-related spinal conditions. With proper assessment, technology and professional oversight — as provided by clinics such as ProBack — many patients can experience meaningful relief and improved functioning. If you haven't found success with conventional treatments and want a pathway that combines technology with conservative care, it's worth exploring further.