Slipped discs (also known as herniated or bulging discs) are one of the most common problems seen by chiropractors. Many sufferers experience numbness, weakness and/or a tingling sensation, some however suffer significant pain. A Henderson NV chiropractor can offer a number of natural, drug-free ways to alleviate disc pain and help patients that are unable to find relief through conventional heath care.
Although discs can become displaced at any part of the spine, they most often do so in the lumbar (lower) or cervical (upper/neck) parts. The discs sit between each vertebrae and contain a soft nucleus within a fibrous outer shell. If this outer part becomes torn, the nucleus can protrude outwards and press on the spinal nerves and produce pain, numbness, weakness and tingling.
Although the pain and discomfort from this can be considerable, fortunately there are also a range of effective ways to alleviate it. A chiropractor will examine his or her patient, then choose interventions that will target their particular problems. To alleviate pain, heat applications (from a wrap or device such as an ultrasound unit) are often the first port of call.
Heat penetrates deeply into tissues, relaxing them and enhancing blood flow. This can often provide tremendous relief for those in pain. Heat also enhances healing as the increased blood flow supplies more oxygen to injured areas.
To aid pain relief and disc healing in the longer-term, chiropractors will often apply manipulation of the spine. This is a method of correcting any displacements of the vertebrae by pressing them back into position. When the spine once again has it's correct shape, any undue pressure on its structure is relieved.
This relieves pain, but also has the effect of drawing displaced discs back into position. This draws them back from the spinal nerves and gives them an opportunity to heal. The healing process can be relatively quick (a few weeks), but some cases (e. G. Older patients with more serious disc damage) can take much longer.
Although discs can become displaced at any part of the spine, they most often do so in the lumbar (lower) or cervical (upper/neck) parts. The discs sit between each vertebrae and contain a soft nucleus within a fibrous outer shell. If this outer part becomes torn, the nucleus can protrude outwards and press on the spinal nerves and produce pain, numbness, weakness and tingling.
Although the pain and discomfort from this can be considerable, fortunately there are also a range of effective ways to alleviate it. A chiropractor will examine his or her patient, then choose interventions that will target their particular problems. To alleviate pain, heat applications (from a wrap or device such as an ultrasound unit) are often the first port of call.
Heat penetrates deeply into tissues, relaxing them and enhancing blood flow. This can often provide tremendous relief for those in pain. Heat also enhances healing as the increased blood flow supplies more oxygen to injured areas.
To aid pain relief and disc healing in the longer-term, chiropractors will often apply manipulation of the spine. This is a method of correcting any displacements of the vertebrae by pressing them back into position. When the spine once again has it's correct shape, any undue pressure on its structure is relieved.
This relieves pain, but also has the effect of drawing displaced discs back into position. This draws them back from the spinal nerves and gives them an opportunity to heal. The healing process can be relatively quick (a few weeks), but some cases (e. G. Older patients with more serious disc damage) can take much longer.
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