by Dr. Darrell Swolensky | Feb 26, 2026 | Spinal Decompression
What Is Failed Back Surgery Syndrome? Failed Back Surgery Syndrome (FBSS) is a condition where a patient continues to experience chronic back or leg pain after undergoing spinal surgery. It does not mean the surgery failed technically; rather, it means the pain relief...
by Dr. Darrell Swolensky | Feb 13, 2026 | Spinal Decompression
Bulging Disc: What It Is and How It’s Treated A bulging disc occurs when a spinal disc extends beyond its normal boundary without tearing the outer layer. While less severe than a herniated disc, a bulging disc can still compress nearby nerves and cause pain,...
by Dr. Darrell Swolensky | Jan 30, 2026 | Spinal Decompression
Herniated Disc: Causes, Symptoms, and Non-Surgical Treatment A herniated disc occurs when the inner gel-like portion of a spinal disc pushes through a weakened or damaged outer layer, potentially compressing nearby nerves. This pressure can cause pain, numbness,...
by Dr. Darrell Swolensky | Jan 21, 2026 | Spinal Decompression
Why Spinal Decompression Requires at Least 20 Visits Per Disc for True Healing — Less Is Just Pain Relief Why the Number of Spinal Decompression Visits Matters More Than You Think One of the most common questions patients ask is: “How many spinal decompression visits...
by Dr. Darrell Swolensky | Jan 20, 2026 | Spinal Decompression
When patients suffer from chronic back pain, herniated discs, or sciatica, they are often told that surgery is their only option. However, many people do not realize that non-surgical spinal decompression may provide relief without the risks, downtime, or permanent...
