This technique is used for certain conditions and has many beneficial effects
- Reduce pressure on the spinal nerves from a disc bulge or herniation
- Increase spinal motion within the disc and spinal joints.
- A conservative option to surgery for herniated discs.
- Reducing symptoms of sciatica.
Flexion distraction is not painful because of its gentle, non-force nature, it is often used with patients who are recovering from spinal surgery or who are in rehabilitation. Generally, the patient is not subjected to increased pain and discomfort during the treatment, and in fact many patients report that they find it pleasant and relaxing.