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DOC Decompression Table
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List Price: $19,995.00
Sale Price: $17,900.00
You Save: $2,095.00 (10 %)
Item Number: DOC Decompression Table
Manufacturer: Access Equipment Corp
Manufacturer Part No: DOC Decompression Table
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DOC Decompression Table
DOC is the abbreviation for “Decompression of Choice”. While the DOC is slightly similar in functionality to other decompression tables, it has features that far surpass other tables on the market – at any price. The differences come in the design of the belting, patient comfort, angle of pull, and separation that reduces pressure between vertebrae. Our tables allow for cervical and lumbar treatments (separately of course) and can be operated in manual and automatic modes. These tables can also work as a treatment, therapy or decompression table.
Decompression therapy could be a fabulous alternative for those who suffer daily with back pain. Decompression Therapy gets to the cause of pain by gently taking pressure off the spinal discs and nerves, allowing them to heal naturally. Removing pressure not only allows the spinal discs to reposition themselves but also regain vital fluids which help them to become healthier. And, an added benefit for the Doctor, in the
United States with the elevation feature on the table, 50% of the cost of the table may qualify under the American Disabilities Act and be able to be deducted when filing taxes with the IRS (Tax Form 8826).
The good news for the doctors is, besides being a near pain free treatment, this is not a treatment their patients must do forever. Once the treatment plan outlined by the Doctor is completed and maximum recovery has been obtained, the patient is done. Regular chiropractic visits can help keep the patient at optimum health.
Treatment Protocol – Targeting of the vertebrae is a necessity. An Instructional CD will be provided upon purchase but for example, a ‘typical’ decompression treatment on either table is 20-30 minutes – 20 visits. Hold or distraction time is for one minute - and the relaxed phase for a period of 30 seconds. Due to the fact that our tables do direct decompression, meaning, no wasted motion is lost on belts tightening, cables pulling, etc, the parameters for treatment poundage should be set at 1/4 to 1/3 bodyweight. Start at ¼ of bodyweight and as their visits progress, eventually ramp to 1/3 the bodyweight. Cervicals are treated with less poundage (25 - 40 lbs). The Instruction Manual will cover everything in detail from how to operate the table to how to clean the upholstery.
The DOC table still utilizes a touch-screen computer and has very enhanced computer programming. Eleven treatment protocols are pre-programmed for the Lumbar and Cervical with a 12th protocol open for customization. If you wish to target the L5-S1, for instance, all you have to do is push a button that will automatically raise the pelvic section and verify the degrees needed on the display screen. The following angles are only a suggested starting point. Angle may need to be adjusted based on the patient’s body type and height. All you must enter is the desired time and weight.
This table allows for state of the art positioning. If you need to open the L4-L5 left lateral disc space, simply squeeze the release handle at the back of the table, and laterally flex the pelvic section to the right. Now, the disc space has been addressed and properly opened by moving the spine into position, not by just changing the angle of pull. This table also features axial rotation. While not necessarily needed for disc conditions, axial rotation may provide the key treatment link when treating mechanical back syndromes that have a rotational factor that needs to be addressed.
Regarding Advertising – We include with our Decompression Tables, two CD’s. One is a training manual and the other contains different rehabilitative exercises that the doctor may customize, modify, and print out for their patients that require cervical or low back correction. Strengthening muscles, the core, and supportive structures, that not only make the body stronger, but keep prior debilitating conditions from coming back.
The Options available for the DOC Table include the printer which prints out the various treatment parameters for each specific patient for an additional $325. “Snap-on cushion covers” – are available for $400. The benefit of the “snap-on cushions”- the doctor will have the original cushions with the additional “snap-ons” so that if one gets ripped or worn, they only have to replace snap-ons. While they are waiting for the “snap-ons” to arrive, they still have the nice-looking originals. Also, because the DOC table is so computerized, the table does not come with foot pedals. If your doctor wants an Elevation foot pedal or P-A flexion foot pedal, the cost is $85 each.
The SLED or "Superluminescent Light Emitting Diode therapy" is available for use with the table. This light therapy module is extremely easy to use, just plug it into the module, and plug the power supply into the tag along console. The doctor can use the new light therapy module during decompression, before decompression, or on ANY of their patients. 880nm infrared L.E.D. wavelength promotes the healing process on the cellular level, and is the wavelength just recently approved by the FDA for pain relief and healing. The 32 high power 880nm L.E.D.'s penetrate approximately three inches, increase circulation and aid in the relief of symptoms of such conditions as arthritis, back pain, bursitis, and joint problems. The cost of the SLED is $100.00 - This is NO longer included with the table.
We do sell a training session for $995 dollars which includes a trained table Decompression Technician visiting the doctor’s office and instructing staff on the proper usage of our tables. The training would be arranged soon after the delivery date of the table if the doctor desires.
Why has the price increased in 2009 for the DOC Table??
All tables built in 2009 will be with a longer stroke, slower speed motor. Also, the 2009 tables will have twelve pre-programmed protocols instead of only seven.
Is the original motor for the DOC no longer available?
That is correct. The table built with the previous motor is no longer available.
Is the ATX table no longer available?
That is Correct. The ATX table is no longer available.
The DOC table still utilizes a touch-screen computer and has very enhanced computer programming than the ATX. Eleven treatment protocols are pre-programmed for the Lumbar and Cervical with a 12th protocol open for customization. If you wish to target the L5-S1, for instance, all you have to do is push a button that will automatically raise the pelvic section and verify the degrees needed on the display screen. The following angles are only a suggested starting point. Angle may need to be adjusted based on the patient’s body type and height. All you must enter is the desired time and weight.
This table allows for state of the art positioning. If you need to open the L4-L5 left lateral disc space, simply squeeze the release handle at the back of the table, and laterally flex the pelvic section to the right. Now, the disc space has been addressed and properly opened by moving the spine into position, not by just changing the angle of pull.
This table also features axial rotation. While not necessarily needed for disc conditions, axial rotation may provide the key treatment link when treating mechanical back syndromes that have a rotational factor that needs to be addressed.
The table is an excellent tool for doctors in performing decompression but it is just that a "tool" and the doctor needs to diagnose the patients to determine if they good candidates for decompression
The DOC Decompression Table offers separate lumbar and cervical decompression with specific vertebral targeting, all at the push of a button on the digital command center
DOC Decompression table is truly revolutionary and breaking all boundaries. This unique design utilizes a state-of-the-art digital command center for specific vertebral targeting, separate lumbar and cervical decompression programming and continuous readout and graphing of treatment protocols. In addition, the digital command center also controls the table elevation and rear flexion, all at the push of a button.
Spinal Decompression 101
Last March, the American Chiropractic Association (ACA) adopted an official policy on the coding of spinal decompression services. Since so few have had the opportunity to review the ACA’s policy, this column is devoted to the ACA’s position, as well as several other subjects relating to spinal decompression therapy.
If you are confused about the claims being made about spinal decompression and do not know which spinal decompression system you should consider purchasing; if you currently have a spinal decompression table, but don’t know how to market or code your services; or if you do not have any office procedures relative to your spinal decompression therapy service – you are most definitely not alone!
In fact, just one short year ago, my office was in the exact same boat. After purchasing our spinal decompression table, I searched high and low for the answers to those questions, but quickly found that they simply were not available. I didn’t know the best way to market our spinal decompression services; didn’t know how to properly code the services; and didn’t know what practice procedures we should utilize.
Well, that was then and this is now! After a full year of “trial and error” marketing, developing office procedures and researching proper coding, I now have what I consider a vast knowledge of what you should do – and more importantly, what you should not do.
Coding of Spinal Decompression Services
First and foremost, it is extremely important to make sure you code spinal decompression therapy correctly. While many doctors are coding spinal decompression therapy as Therapeutic Exercises (97110), Therapeutic Activities (97530) or Manual Therapy (97140), I strongly recommend against doing that because I believe it would be billing fraud. I also strongly recommend against using surgical codes for the treatment since spinal decompression therapy is not surgery and could definitely subject the provider to prison time.
In the opinion of the ACA, the two appropriate codes for spinal decompression therapy are 97012 (Traction), which will result in very limited reimbursement under insurance policies; and S9090 (Vertebral Axial Decompression), which usually will result in no reimbursement.
Office Practice Procedures
After taking the patient’s history and then giving an explanation of how spinal decompression works (by stopping the muscle guarding so decompression can occur at the disc level), candidly outline the following four major points to the prospective spinal decompression therapy patient.
- Give the patient the basis for the number of treatment sessions (20-session protocol).
- Spinal decompression, if billed correctly, is rarely covered by insurance. Explain why.
- The session fee for spinal decompression (all sessions) should be paid in advance. In our office, we explain the rational basis for that requirement.
- Should chiropractic adjustments and/or passive therapy and/or active therapy be indicated, explain that those treatments will be governed by the provisions of the insurance contract.
After furnishing that forthright and candid information to the prospective spinal decompression patient, apply no pressure whatsoever. In fact, ask the patient what they would like to do. Some want to think about it or talk to their spouse, while others are eager to be examined so they can begin treatment immediately.
In the final analysis, almost all who come in for a consultation ultimately begin (and complete) the 20-session protocol. To ensure that there is no misunderstanding between the patient and our office about our fees and how the service will be coded and billed, we have the patient sign an acknowledgement of the agreement.
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