Frequently Asked Questions



Spinal Decompression Therapy is a nonsurgical traction based treatment for herniated, bulging, or degenerative discs in the neck and lower back.

There is a common misconception that the treatment involves simple traction, which is not true. The treatment includes a frequency and oscillation making it more complicated and effective than simple traction.

Anyone who has back, neck, arm, or leg pain may be helped by spinal decompression therapy.



The number of sessions needed and your specific treatment plan will be determined by the doctor after your examination. It can range from 10 to 20 depending on your diagnosis.

In almost all cases, the treatments are completely painless. In fact, some patients fall asleep during the spinal decompression session.

If you would like a no-obligation consultation to discuss how our pain management center can help end your suffering, call us now at (602) 507-6550. Serving Phoenix and surrounding communities.



After a significant amount of research, Preferred Pain Center chose the Kennedy Decompression Table®, designed by Dr. Jay Kennedy who is the leading clinical expert on spinal decompression therapy.

The Kennedy Decompression Table is believed to be the most sophisticated, technologically advanced, state-of-the-art decompression unit in the world. It is the only table allowing patients to be treated either in the supine (belly up) or prone position (belly down) depending on their diagnosis.

In regard to clinical skills, Dr. Sky Moore has completed the Kennedy Decompression Technique course work and passed the qualifying examination to achieve the status of “Certified Practitioner” in Spinal Decompression Therapy. He has also been in clinical practice for 15 years.



Doctor skill combined with the table and its computerized components are the keys.

Proper assessment, correct positioning and the use of preprogrammed patterns of distraction and relaxation may reduce disc pressure allowing necessary nutrients to enliven and accelerate disc healing.



Anyone who has back pain or neck pain caused in whole or in part by a damaged disc may be helped by spinal decompression therapy.

These conditions include herniated, protruding or bulging discs, spinal stenosis, sciatica or even failed surgery.



Spinal decompression therapy is not recommended for pregnant women, patients who have severe osteoporosis, severe obesity or severe nerve damage.

Spinal surgery with instrumentation (screws, metal plates or “cages”) is also contraindicated. However, spinal decompression therapy after bone fusion or non-fusion surgery, can be performed.



To reduce inflammation and assist the healing process, supporting structures are treated with passive therapies (ice/heat/muscle stimulation), chiropractic adjustments (as indicated) and/or active rehabilitation in order to strengthen the spinal musculature.



Yes! One study documented by MRI up to 90% reduction of disc herniations in 10 of 14 cases and other studies reported that the majority of herniated disc patients achieved "good" to "excellent" results after spinal decompression therapy.

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"To Your Health" Magazine featured an article about spinal decompression therapy. In the article, the author discusses the safety and effectiveness of this non-surgical treatment for spinal disc herniations.

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We want to make it easy for you to learn if you are a candidate for spinal decompression therapy. Just call our office at (602) 507-6550 to arrange for a no-obligation consultation.

Please remember to bring any MRI reports so the doctor can review them and best advise you about your treatment options.