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.
When it comes to caring for patients with disc issues chiropractors have a number options. The type of care given will very much depend upon the individual and his or her particular problem. For simple pain relief, heat application from a wrap, infra-red light or an ultrasound device can prove highly beneficial.
Heat is able to deeply penetrate tissues, relieve tension and increase blood flow. This often produces much-needed relief for patients with disc issues. Enhanced blood flow also boosts the body's capacity to heal injury by supplying more oxygen and carrying off waste material.
Moving beyond pain management towards long-term healing, a chiropractor will usually look at performing spinal manipulation. This is a way of re-establishing the spine's natural alignment by pushing any displaced vertebrae back into position. When the spine's shape has been re-established, unnatural stresses are released, pain is reduced and healing can take place.
Also, when the vertebrae are properly aligned, discs that are damaged are pulled back into place. This pulls them away from the spine's nerves and facilitates their healing. Depending on the individual, this may take anything from a few weeks to over a year.
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.
When it comes to caring for patients with disc issues chiropractors have a number options. The type of care given will very much depend upon the individual and his or her particular problem. For simple pain relief, heat application from a wrap, infra-red light or an ultrasound device can prove highly beneficial.
Heat is able to deeply penetrate tissues, relieve tension and increase blood flow. This often produces much-needed relief for patients with disc issues. Enhanced blood flow also boosts the body's capacity to heal injury by supplying more oxygen and carrying off waste material.
Moving beyond pain management towards long-term healing, a chiropractor will usually look at performing spinal manipulation. This is a way of re-establishing the spine's natural alignment by pushing any displaced vertebrae back into position. When the spine's shape has been re-established, unnatural stresses are released, pain is reduced and healing can take place.
Also, when the vertebrae are properly aligned, discs that are damaged are pulled back into place. This pulls them away from the spine's nerves and facilitates their healing. Depending on the individual, this may take anything from a few weeks to over a year.
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