Overcoming Post-Surgical Oxford Back Pain: How Exercise and Cox Technic Flexion Distraction Can Help

Recovering from back surgery can be a difficult and frustrating process, especially when persistent pain lingers. However, a combination of targeted exercises and specialized chiropractic techniques, such as Cox Technic Flexion Distraction, can dramatically improve recovery and decrease post-surgical back pain.

Exercise as a Foundation for Recovery

Exercise is one of the most effective tools in containing post-surgical back pain. A recent systematic review and meta-analysis published in the American Journal of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation (2024) features its role in easing pain and disability after lumbar disc herniation surgery. The study assessed multiple randomized controlled trials and found that well-defined physical exercise programs not only lower pain but also boost mobility and general quality of life in post-surgical back pain patients. (1) Satterwhite Chiropractic incorporates exercise in all our Oxford chiropractic patients’ treatment plans. It’s that effective!

Top benefits of exercise include:

  • Increased blood flow to support healing.
  • Strengthened core and back muscles to support the spine.
  • Improved mental well-being by reducing stress and anxiety associated with chronic pain.

However, post-surgical patients should always work closely with their healthcare providers like their Oxford chiropractor to create personalized, safe, and effective exercise regimens personalized to their recovery needs.

The Role of Cox Technic Flexion Distraction

For many post-surgery patients, Cox Technic Flexion Distraction gives extra relief from lower back and radicular pain. This chiropractic treatment that Satterwhite Chiropractic uses is gentle, controlled spinal decompression to reduce pressure on the nerves and discs, while enhancing spinal mobility. A retrospective case series published in the Journal of Chiropractic Medicine (2016) found that patients who have continued low back pain after surgery experienced significant improvements with this technique. (2)

Key benefits of Cox Technic Flexion Distraction include:

  1. Reduced nerve irritation and inflammation.
  2. Gradual and pain-free restoration of spinal function.
  3. Safe usage for patients with specific surgical histories.

A Way to Less Painful Living

Combining structured exercises with Cox Technic Flexion Distraction makes available a holistic approach to handling post-surgical back pain. If you're working through your recovery, consult your Oxford chiropractor at Satterwhite Chiropractic to see if these options could be right for you. Taking proactive steps today may well lead to a stronger, potentially pain-free tomorrow.

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Listen to this PODCAST with Dr. Byron Folwell on The Back Doctors Podcast with Dr. Michael Johnson as he details the effective gentle protocols of The Cox® Technic System of Spinal Pain Management in treating the patient recovering from back surgery.

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