Slipped discs are incredibly painful and destabilizing. Not only are you in pain, but your spine may become numb, your muscles may get weak, and you may be unable to work as a result of the chronic pain. You may think that surgery is the only possible treatment option, but it isn’t. If you find yourself with a herniated disc, explore all treatment options before you make a decision.
Surgery
While many people think of surgical treatment for a herniated disc, it should not be a first course of action. Surgical treatment can remove the entire disc that has slipped or cut away a portion of it, alleviating your pain. However, surgery is invasive and brings other risks. If your slipped disc does not respond to other treatment methods, you may consider surgery but consider other treatment methods first.
Medication
Your doctor can prescribe muscle relaxers and painkillers that alleviate the pain of a herniated disc. While these mask the pain so you can comfortably go about your daily activities, they do not treat the underlying problem. Because medication is not a permanent fix, we recommend trying other methods in order to find the root of the problem.
Chiropractic treatment
Chiropractic treatment for slipped discs offers a non-invasive, gentle treatment method that can alleviate pain associated with this condition as early as the first appointment. Our chiropractor will perform a comprehensive analysis and make a series of spinal adjustments to gently move the slipped disc back into position. In the process, pain and inflammation associated with a slipped disc will lessen. When you want to find lasting relief from the pain associated with this condition, without relying on drugs or surgery, chiropractic treatment can help.
Physical Therapy
Physical therapy stretches and strengthens all the muscles in your back. This helps take pain off the disc and can encourage healing.
If left untreated, a slipped disc can cause serious nerve damage. The more you know, the sooner you can act.
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