The Capital District's Disc Specialists
Feel better, heal your discs, and avoid surgery.
Disc Doctors uses FDA-cleared, non-surgical spinal decompression therapy (DRX9000) to treat herniated discs, sciatica, degenerative disc disease, and spinal stenosis, without surgery or injections.
Who we help
Conditions we treat, non-surgically
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Herniated or bulging discsNon-surgical decompression is designed to take pressure off the disc so it has a chance to heal, rather than only masking the pain.
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Sciatica and nerve painRelief for radiating pain, numbness, tingling, and weakness caused by nerve compression in the lower back and legs.
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Degenerative disc diseaseA non-surgical approach aimed at slowing degeneration and reducing chronic pain.
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Spinal stenosis and chronic back or neck painIncluding pain of unknown origin, headaches, and posterior facet syndrome.
How we treat it
Non-surgical care built around your disc
Herniated & Bulging Disc Treatment
A non-surgical care plan focused on healing the disc itself, rather than only masking symptoms, for patients with a herniated or bulging disc diagnosis.
Sciatica & Nerve Pain Relief
Targeted decompression therapy to relieve sciatic nerve pain, including radiating pain, numbness, tingling, and weakness in the legs.
Degenerative Disc Disease Care
Non-surgical treatment aimed at slowing degeneration and relieving chronic pain caused by degenerative disc disease.
Spinal Stenosis Treatment
Decompression-based care designed to relieve the nerve compression and pain associated with spinal stenosis.
Neck & Back Pain Relief
Comprehensive, non-surgical care for chronic neck and back pain, including pain of unknown origin, headaches, and posterior facet syndrome.
Why non-surgical care first
Spinal surgery isn't the only option
Spinal surgery carries real risks and succeeds only a portion of the time. Chiropractic care, physical therapy, and pain injections can help manage symptoms, but they are not designed to heal the disc itself. Disc Doctors focuses on non-surgical spinal decompression that targets the disc directly, drawing on research from institutions including Mayo Clinic, Stanford, Duke, Johns Hopkins, and UCSF.
Patient stories
Real relief, without surgery
What patients want to know
What is non-surgical spinal decompression?
Non-surgical spinal decompression uses a specialized table, the DRX9000, to gently stretch and reposition the spine, taking pressure off compressed discs and nerves so the disc has a chance to heal, without surgery or injections.
How is this different from chiropractic care, physical therapy, or injections?
Chiropractic adjustments, physical therapy, and pain injections can help manage symptoms, but they are not designed to heal the disc itself. Our non-surgical spinal decompression therapy is focused specifically on relieving pressure on the disc so it can rehydrate and heal.
Does insurance cover treatment at Disc Doctors?
Coverage varies by plan. Our team can help verify your benefits before your first visit and explain any out-of-pocket costs up front.
What should I expect at my first visit?
Your first visit includes a review of your symptoms and imaging (if available), a physical exam, and a conversation about whether non-surgical spinal decompression is a good fit for your condition.
Is spinal decompression safe?
The DRX9000 is FDA-cleared for the treatment of incapacitating lower back pain and sciatica caused by herniated discs, degenerative discs, and posterior facet syndrome. Our team evaluates each patient to confirm they are a good candidate before starting care.
How many sessions will I need?
Treatment plans vary based on the severity and duration of your condition. Many patients begin a multi-week course of sessions, and we reassess progress regularly to adjust your plan.
Can this help me avoid spine surgery?
For many patients with disc-related pain, non-surgical spinal decompression is worth trying before considering surgery, which has a success rate of roughly 60% for certain procedures. We coordinate with your physician and will refer you for a surgical evaluation if that is the more appropriate path.
How do I schedule an appointment?
Use the contact form on this site, or call or text us directly at 518-275-7561. You can also request our free 3-minute disc assessment to see if you're a candidate for care.
Ready to find out if you're a candidate for non-surgical care?
Start with our free 3-minute disc assessment, or book your appointment directly.