August 2025 Healthy News from Poulin Chiropractic of Herndon and Ashburn - Cox Technic® & Exercise: A Gentle Combination for Persistent Pain After Back Surgery
WHEN Ashburn and Herndon BACK SURGERY ISN'T ENOUGH: How Cox® Technic Offers Hope For Relief
Back pain that persists after back surgery can feel like a devastating setback, leaving many patients like you or your loved one discouraged when conventional treatments fall short. Cox® Technic, a specialized form of chiropractic distraction spinal manipulation, presents a promising conservative treatment option. This gentle technique utilizes a specially designed table for controlled distraction treatment of the low back, creating decompression while mobilizing tight segments.
Research reports Cox® Technic's clinical effectiveness for post-surgical back pain. Gudavalli et al. (2016) analyzed patients with continued low back and radicular pain following spinal surgeries, finding significant improvements in both pain levels and functional disability scores after Cox® Technic care. (1) Additionally, Trager et al. (2024) discovered that patients receiving chiropractic care, including distraction techniques, were significantly less likely to require repeat surgery than those without conservative manual therapy. (2)
Cox® Technic works by gently decompressing spinal discs, boosting nutrient flow, and restoring healthy spine movement—all without the need for more forceful adjustments. This makes it especially suitable for post-surgical patients needing careful, targeted therapy that works with your body's changed anatomy to tackle persistent pain and restore function.
Ashburn and Herndon CHIROPRACTIC TIP OF THE MONTH: Exercise After Back Surgery
However it turned out, Your back surgery marked the start of your healing journey, not the end of your active life! Recent research by Son et al. (2025) demonstrates that both guided and self-paced exercise programs can safely restore your strength and flexibility after Ashburn and Herndon lumbar spine surgery. (3) Your body is a remarkable healing machine, and movement is its fuel. Don't let fear keep you sidelined—every gentle stretch and mindful step forward rewrites your future. Your spine is building strength to carry you toward everything you want to do again—take that first step today!
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