August 2025 Healthy News from Dr. Le's Chiropractic & Wellness, L.L.C. - Cox Technic® & Exercise: A Gentle Combination for Persistent Pain After Back Surgery

WHEN Auburn BACK SURGERY ISN'T ENOUGH: How Cox® Technic Offers Hope For Relief

Back pain that persists after back surgery can feel like a distressing 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 hopeful conservative treatment option. This gentle technique utilizes a specially designed table for controlled distraction treatment of the lumbar spine, generating decompression while mobilizing tight segments.

Research shows 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) Furthermore, 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, enhancing nutrient flow, and restoring healthy spine movement—all without the need for more forceful adjustments. This makes it particularly suitable for post-surgical patients needing gentle, precise treatment that respects altered spinal anatomy while addressing ongoing pain and dysfunction.

Auburn 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 Auburn 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 is building strength to carry you toward everything you want to do again—take that first step today!

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