Flexion-Distraction Therapy in Back Bay, Boston

Flexion-distraction therapy is a gentle, non-invasive treatment technique used to relieve pressure on the spine and reduce pain associated with disc problems and nerve compression. At Bell Chiropractic Boston, Dr. Harmony Bell uses one of Boston’s only combination low back and neck traction tables to deliver this therapy as part of a broader, individualized treatment plan.

How Does Flexion-Distraction Therapy Work?

Flexion-distraction uses a specialized table that gently flexes and stretches the spine in a controlled, rhythmic motion. Unlike hands-on spinal manipulation, this technique creates space between the vertebrae without direct force on the joint. Making it a comfortable option for patients dealing with disc-related pain and sensitivity, and those who may not be comfortable with traditional chiropractic spinal manipulation.

What Is Flexion-Distraction Therapy?

Flexion-distraction uses a specialized table that gently flexes and stretches the spine in a controlled, rhythmic motion. Unlike manual spinal manipulation, this technique creates space between the vertebrae without direct force on the joint — making it a comfortable option for patients dealing with disc-related pain or sensitivity.

Who It Helps

Flexion-distraction therapy is commonly used for:

Herniated or bulging discs
Spinal Stenosis
Sciatica and nerve-related leg pain
Degenerative Disc Disease
Chronic low back pain that hasn’t responded to standard chiropractic adjusting
Patient’s who are uncomfortable with traditional chiropractic adjusting.

What to Expect

During treatment, you’ll lie face-down on the traction table while Dr. Bell guides the table through a slow, gentle flexion-distraction motion targeting the affected area of your spine. Most patients find the treatment relaxing rather than uncomfortable, and it’s typically combined with soft tissue work and therapeutic stretching for a complete session.

Why Choose Bell Chiropractic Boston

Dr. Harmony Bell brings evidence-based, athlete-level care to every patient. The same attention to detail she’s provided for a decade as the on-site chiropractor for the New Balance Indoor Grand Prix. Each flexion-distraction session is fully individualized, with no cookie-cutter treatment plans.

Book a Session

Ready to Find Relief? Book a same-day appointment at our Newbury Street office in Back Bay, Boston.