There is some risk with any type of treatment, and there is even risk associated with doing NOTHING to treat spinal conditions! Spinal decompression has been proven to be quite safe and is normally very comfortable when used appropriately. If during any treatment you do happen to experience any discomfort or unusual symptoms, the spinal decompression tables have a "stop" button that when pressed immediately stops the treatment and notifies the doctor and staff. In the BetterBack Clinic, the team is always close by and ready to answer questions or help as needed - you are not left in a room by yourself with no one in sight!