When you have back pain caused by a herniated disc, you need a chiropractor near you. Hialeah Wellness and Rehab Center is a chiropractic office in Hialeah, FL. We offer general back pain treatment as well as specific herniated disc treatment.
What is a herniated disc?
The spine is constructed of 24 vertebrae, which are bones, and between each of the vertebrae there is a disc. The discs have a fibrous outer layer and the inside is a gel-like substance. The disc is a shock absorber between the vertebrae to help them to be flexible and also to keep the bones from rubbing together and irritating the nerves. When a disc becomes herniated, the exterior becomes damaged or cracked and the gel from the interior leaks out.
What causes herniated discs?
Most herniated discs are the result of aging. As discs get older, they tend to be less flexible and more brittle. It does not take very much to cause them to rupture or herniate, it can just be turning in the wrong way. A herniated disc can also be caused by a fall or other injury.
Chiropractic treatments for a herniated disc
Spinal decompression helps to relieve the pain of a herniated disc. It uses a special computer program that is specially designed for each patient so that the correct amount of stretch is applied to the spine. When the spine is stretched, the space increases between the vertebrae. This creates suction which pulls the disc back into the correct position in the spine. It is done slowly, and it takes more than one treatment to get the desired results.
Therapeutic exercise is used to help the back to get stronger, which allows the muscles to perform better in keeping the spine upright. Exercise is the best way to keep the discs from bulging or herniating again. Ultrasound therapy uses sound waves to reach down to the cellular level and to promote healing and pain relief. The sound waves vibrate and heat the tissues. A herniated disc may resolve itself in a month or so with or without treatment.
Chiropractor near you in Hialeah, FL
When you need chiropractic back pain treatment, whether it is herniated disc treatment or something else, you can count on Hialeah Wellness and Rehab Center to be there for you. Give us a call at (305) 823-1808 to make an appointment today.