Jacksonville Fl Chiropractic Clinic Discusses Herniated Discs

Herniated disc. Slipped disc. Bulging disk. Pinched nerve. You may have heard all these terms to describe severe pain felt in the back. The fact is the worst of the bunch is the herniated disc. Our chiropractor in Jacksonville FL may be able to help.

What Is a Herniated Disc?

The discs are structures that rest comfortably between your vertebrae, like gel-filled cushions or shock absorbers. A disc can herniate through a tear in the supportive ligaments surrounding one of discs. This can be caused by:

• Sudden injury
• Constant stress
• Improper lifting or twisting of the spinal column

Once the disc ruptures (or herniates), the disc material (somewhat like a jelly) inflames and exerts pressure on the spinal nerves resulting in pain. In the worst-case scenario, the material can push all the way out from between your vertebrae and press on the nerves that branch off the spinal cord.

How Chiropractors Diagnose a Herniated Disc

Your Jacksonville chiropractor will first assess your pain to determine your course of treatment.

• Neurological and reflex testing – to see if reflexes are intact and communicating.
• Muscle strength evaluation – to check if there is any loss of muscle power.
• Sensory communication tests – to ensure proper nerve function across multiple pathways.

These important orthopedic and neurological exams can help your chiropractor determine which course of action to take next.

Diagnostic Process for a Herniated Disc

A herniated disc is a serious injury. If at any time your chiropractor feels that a spinal surgeon is needed you will be referred. Your chiropractor will check your posture and may order an x-ray or MRI (if necessary) to help with the diagnostic process.

WILL CHIROPRACTIC CARE IN JACKSONVILLE FL HELP YOUR HERNIATED DISC?

Chiropractors do not pop a disc back in place using force, nor can a few quick treatments “fix” your herniated disc. Herniated Disc Chiropractic Care relieves pain and restores mobility with gentle, non-invasive treatment.

In 2006, a study was published in the prestigious scientific journal “Spine.” It showed excellent results for chiropractic manipulation in the treatment of disc injuries and sciatica.

Go with the experts at Meridian Integrative Wellness – Jacksonville and get the help you need.