DISC INJURY/HERNIATION
If you’ve been diagnosed with a protruding disc, it signifies that the inner gel-like substance has bulged out irregularly, often because of an injury. This condition can lead to pinching and irritation of nearby nerve roots, resulting in a range of pain levels.
When you have a herniated disc, the inner material of the disc has ruptured, causing the gel to protrude outward. This situation can lead to severe pain and numbness by affecting the surrounding nerves and may require immediate attention.
The most extreme form of disc injury is disc extrusion. In this case, the gel within the disc either expands into the space beyond the vertebrae or completely detaches from the disc. This condition can result in intense back pain and significantly restrict your mobility.
For any questions about our services in Jacksonville or Orange Park, or if you’re interested in discovering more about the chiropractic solutions offered at Meridian Integrative Wellness, feel free to give us a call.
DIAGNOSING DISC INJURY
If you’ve received a diagnosis of a protruding disc, this indicates that the inner gel-like core has bulged unevenly, often due to some form of trauma. The result could be nerve root irritation and a spectrum of pain sensations.
In the case of a herniated disc, the internal gel ruptures and leaks outwards, potentially leading to significant nerve irritation, severe pain, and even numbness. This condition is often quite serious.
Disc extrusion is the most severe form of disc injury. Here, the inner gel either extends into the area beyond the spinal bones or detaches entirely from the disc, causing intense back pain and drastically affecting your ability to move.
If you have further questions about our services in either Jacksonville or Orange Park, or if you’d like to know more about the range of chiropractic treatments available at Meridian Integrative Wellness, don’t hesitate to reach out to us.
HOW DO YOU TREAT DISC INJURY/HERNIATION?
If you’re dealing with disc injuries, there’s hope. Through a blend of a balanced diet, gentle exercise, and alternating hot and cold therapies, you might experience significant pain relief or even complete recovery.
However, in some extreme instances, surgery might be the only viable solution. This procedure, known as a discectomy, involves removing the problematic tissue, thereby alleviating pressure on adjacent tissues and nerves. With almost half a million of these surgeries carried out each year, the operation is relatively common and minimally invasive.
If you’re experiencing back pain that you suspect is related to a disc issue, reach out to our expert chiropractic team at Meridian Integrative Wellness to schedule a consultation. The sooner you address your condition, the more treatment options you’ll have available.
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