Intersegmental Traction (IST): At Prosper Chiropractic, IST is used to help gently and effectively stimulate normal range of motion to your spine. It also facilitates muscle relaxation to significantly reduce muscle spasms. This method is utilized typically after an adjustment to facilitate repetitive proper mobilizations of the injured joint which increases blood flow to that area of the spine. The intersegmental traction table carefully elongates the postural muscles of your spine in a comfortable, even manner and allows normal joint motion, circulation and mobility to return. The contact pressure can easily be customized to suit individual needs and sensitivities and is utilized at times in combination with ice, heat, and/or electrical stimulation.

Benefits from IST :

  • Mobilizes the spinal column while simultaneously and gently stretching ligaments and muscles. 

  • Increases blood flow and oxygen to discs, ligaments and muscles, thereby improving balance, strength and mobility. 

  • The roller table may also be used to increase circulation of cerebrospinal fluid (a watery cushion protecting the brain and spinal cord).

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Electrical Stimulation: Adhesive patches are applied to the skin in the area of complaint. When the machine is activated, it can do a variety of treatments from reducing pain, muscle spasms, and muscle re-education. Typically, at Prosper Chiropractic, it is used after an adjustment to amplify blood and nerve intervention in the area of complaint, which in turn will decrease inflammation and increase the healing process.

Benefits from E-Stim:

  • Decreases muscle spasms and locaized pain.

  • Increases blood circulation and nerve stimulation.

  • Decreases imflammation post adjust.

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Muscle Release Technique (MRT): is a “pin and stretch” technique that was developed to treat soft tissue injuries involving: muscles/tendons, ligaments, fascia and nerves. These issues all relate to overuse injuries of the muscles due to acute injuries (pulls, tears, etc.), repetitive motion (micro-traumas over time), and loss of blood supply (hypoxia).  The result of these three major mechanisms of injury is dense scar tissue and muscle adhesions. These adhesions bind up muscle fibers resulting in decreased range of motion, decrease in strength and increased inflammation. Build ups can lead to tendonitis, nerve entrapment (numbness and tingling), and worse case scenario: rupture of a tendon. 

Graston: Similar to MRT, graston uses an instrument rather than the doctor’s hand to manipulate the soft tissue. The instrument is used to increase muscular range of motion and function by breaking down collagen cross-links (scar tissue adhesions) and stretching connective tissue and muscle fibers.

By releasing the connective tissue or fascia adhesions, the body will increase the amount of blood circulation into the area for healing the tissue properly.

Both techniques are used to treat, but are not limited to:

  • Achilles Tendinosis/itis

  • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

  • Cervical Sprain/Strain (Neck Pain)

  • Fibromyalgia

  • Lateral Epicondylosis/itis (Tennis Elbow)

  • Lumbar Sprain/Strain (Back Pain)

  • Medial Epicondylosis/itis (Golfer's Elbow)

  • Patellofemoral Disorders (Knee Pain)

  • Plantar Fasciitis (Foot Pain)

  • Rotator Cuff Tendinosis/itis (Shoulder Pain)

  • Scar Tissue

  • Shin Splints

  • Trigger Finger

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Decompression Therapy: Spinal decompression therapy is a non-surgical treatment aimed at relieving pressure on the spine, particularly the discs and nerves. It involves stretching the spine using a motorized traction table or a similar device to create negative pressure within the discs, which can help rehydrate and reposition bulging or herniated discs. The therapy also improves blood flow to the affected areas and encourages the natural healing process.

Benefits of spinal decompression therapy include:

  1. Pain Relief: It can alleviate chronic back, neck, and leg pain caused by conditions like herniated discs, sciatica, and spinal stenosis.

  2. Improved Mobility: By reducing pressure on the spine, it can enhance range of motion and flexibility.

  3. Non-invasive: It offers an alternative to surgery, making it less risky and less traumatic for patients.

  4. Reduced Inflammation: The therapy can help decrease inflammation around the nerves and discs, improving comfort and function.

  5. Enhanced Healing: By creating negative pressure in the spine, decompression may facilitate the flow of oxygen and nutrients to the affected areas, promoting tissue repair and recovery.

It is commonly used as part of a comprehensive treatment plan for individuals with spinal conditions