August 2025 Healthy News from Yorkville Chiropractic and Wellness Centre - Cox Technic® & Exercise: A Gentle Combination for Persistent Pain After Back Surgery
WHEN Toronto BACK SURGERY ISN'T ENOUGH: How Cox® Technic Offers Hope For Relief
Persistent back pain after back surgery presents a significant challenge, with traditional approaches often offering limited relief. Cox® Technic, a specialized type of chiropractic distraction spinal manipulation, offers a promising conservative treatment option. This gentle technique uses a specially designed table for controlled distraction treatment of the low back, creating decompression while mobilizing tight segments.
Research shows Cox® Technic's clinical success 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, had lower surgical reoperation rates compared to those without conservative manual therapy. (2)
Cox® Technic's effectiveness stems from its ability to generate negative intradiscal pressure, promote nutrient exchange, and restore normal spinal biomechanics without aggressive manipulation. This makes it especially suitable for post-surgical patients requiring careful, targeted therapy that works with your body's changed anatomy to tackle persistent pain and restore function.
Toronto 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) shows that both guided and self-paced exercise programs can safely restore your strength and flexibility after Toronto 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 reshapes your future. Your spine isn't just recovering; it's preparing to support all your dreams again. Start today!
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