Do you have a slipped disc, herniated disc or other disc injury? If you suspect that your periodic or chronic back pain is the result of a disc injury, or you have been diagnosed with a disc injury, you can most likely benefit from chiropractic care.
Whether the pain is mild or severe, it is important to deal with it promptly so that the issue does not progress an cause more permanent damage.
The following article discusses some of the symptoms of disc injuries with the aim of helping you to understand what you are dealing with. It also goes over how chiropractic care may give you immediate relief from the pain and discomfort associated with a disc injury, as well as possible long-term recovery.
Slipped, Herniated & Disc Injury Treatment
Intervertebral discs are the small cushions between your vertebrae. These discs are composed of a hard outer ring with a soft gel-like inner circle. The disc’s function is to hold together your vertebrae while preventing your bones from rubbing against one another during physical activity like bending over or lifting large objects. Your discs are very important. For example, your upper torso would be completely immobile without discs. The disc injuries that create pain and range limitations in the upper torso are:
- A protruding disc occurs when it becomes asymmetrical and the gel is pushed out or bulging.
- A herniated disc is when the disc material has ruptured to the point that the gel pushes outward.
- A disc extrusion is the worst type of disc injury. This is when the gel balloons extensively into the area outside the vertebrae or breaks off from the disc.
Signs And Symptoms Of A Disc Injury
All of the above issues tend to result in considerable back pain, numbness, and limitation in range of motion due to the irritation of the nerve roots at the point where the injury occurs and the impact this has on the surrounding tissues. A number of distressing symptoms can arise from this nerve irritation and damage, including but not limited to:
Chiropractic Care for Disc Injury at Chiropractic Company
Chiropractic care is a safe, effective treatment for disc related injuries. Not only for providing immediate or short term pain relief, but also for assisting in a future recovery. A chiropractic treatment begins with an evaluation of your medical history, x-rays, and physical health to pinpoint the best treatment method for you.
Careful adjustments to release pressure and irritation on your nerves to deal with pain and discomfort are part of a precise approach to your particular injury.
Don't let disc pain stop you from doing what you love, contact the Chiropractic Company team today to discovery how we can help you reduce or eliminate your disc pain and aide in your long term recovery.