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CERVICAL & LUMBAR DISC TECHNIQUES

Chiropractic Care For Neck And Back Pain In Yorktown, VA

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Chiropractic treatment can be an effective non-invasive, medication-free option for patients suffering from symptoms of disc herniation. Chiropractic care offers gentle manipulations of the spine to release increased pressure on the nerves. This can be performed in the cervical (neck) or lumbar (lower back) regions of the spine and can often help patients avoid surgical intervention which may require significant recovery times. Gunderman Chiropractic & Wellness Center offers effective cervical and lumbar disc techniques to help patients manage the pain symptoms of disc herniation.

What Is A Herniated Disc?

Between the vertebrae of the spine are small, round, pillow-like cushions called discs which protect the spine. A herniated disc occurs when a disc is pushed out of its normal alignment within the vertebral column and may begin to impinge or compress the nerve roots within the spine. It can range from mild and produce minimal symptoms to a fully ruptured disc, which means that the gel-like substance inside the disc has been released. The symptoms of a herniated disc depend on the location of the disc and the severity of the herniation.

Symptoms Of Disc Herniation

The symptoms of disc herniation depend on the location of the disc and what nerves are being compressed. A herniated disc in the cervical region can cause a range of symptoms that primarily affect the neck and upper extremities, such as:

  • Neck pain

  • Radiating pain that extends into the shoulder or arm

  • Stiffness and limited range of motion

  • Numbness, tingling or weakness in the arms, hands and fingers

It is more common to have a herniated disc in the lumbar region of the spine, and it can occur with an injury such as a strain, or it can grow worse over time due to degeneration of the spine as we age. A herniated disc in the lumbar region can cause various symptoms from mild to severe pain, such as:

  • Localized lower back pain

  • Radiating pain from the back that extends to the buttocks, hips or legs

  • Pain that is sharp, shooting or aching in nature

  • Feeling numb, weak or tingling sensation in the leg or foot

  • Difficulty with mobility, such as bending, lifting or standing for extended periods

  • Bladder or bowel dysfunction

How Can Chiropractic Care Help?

Chiropractic care has long been a first line of treatment for herniated discs. We utilize two main techniques— the flexion-distraction and lumbar disc techniques. These non-invasive cervical & lumbar disc techniques offer the best chance for the disc to return to its normal state and the nerve to heal from the irritation of a bulging disc.

Flexion-Distraction Technique

The technique most frequently used to treat disc herniation in the lumbar spine region is the flexion-distraction technique. This particular technique utilizes the chiropractic table and a combination of rhythmic flexion and distraction forces to gently stretch the spine while the chiropractor adds some pressure to decompress the vertebrae. This technique:

  • Stretches the vertebrae apart and releases the pressure on the disc

  • Alleviates symptoms such as back and leg pain

  • Improves spinal mobility

  • Promotes the natural healing process of the discs

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Pelvic Blocking

Another treatment technique for a herniated disc is called pelvic blocking. This technique utilizes cushioned wedges that are specifically made for chiropractic use. Our chiropractor will place the wedges under both sides of the pelvis with the goal of releasing the disc from the affected nerve or nerves. There are no forceful movements with pelvic blocking, and this technique improves the alignment and balance between the spine and hips.

Benefits Of Cervical & Lumbar Disc Techniques

Our goal at Gunderman Chiropractic & Wellness Center is to help you find pain relief and get you back to an active, healthy lifestyle through conservative, non-invasive care. Through advancements in technology, we can combine different therapeutic cervical & lumbar disc techniques  to help you heal more quickly.

Many patients have experienced the benefits of chiropractic care as it relates to herniated discs in the cervical and/or lumbar region of the spine. In addition to avoiding surgical intervention, these benefits include:

  • Decreased pain

  • Regained mobility and function

  • Improved range of motion

  • Relieved stiffness associated with chronic back or neck pain

  • Reduced sciatic symptoms or radiating arm pain

Let’s Get Started

If you have been diagnosed with a herniated disc or have symptoms of disc herniation that interfere with your daily activities, Gunderman Chiropractic & Wellness Center is pleased to provide the highest level of chiropractic care. We employ a variety of proven techniques to help alleviate your pain and we may suggest laser therapy, massage therapy or other cervical & lumbar disc techniques to help relax your muscles and speed up the healing process. If you would like to learn more about how chiropractic care can help symptoms of a herniated disc, call us at (757) 874-5666 today or fill out our online form.

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