There are approximately five to 20 per 1000 adults each year who experience a disc injury. The injury most often affects the lumbar spine, which is the lowest part of the spine. However, they can develop anywhere in the spine. Getting relief from this disc injury starts with choosing the right care and learning more about it.
What Are Spinal Discs?
Also referred to as intervertebral discs, spinal discs are located between the vertebrae in the spinal column where they act as shock absorbers. Their ability to absorb shock is due to the fact that they are slightly pliable. At each level of the spine are nerves that run down the center of the spinal column. The discs also help to protect these nerves. The top and bottom of each disc is flat, and they are round in diameter. The spine has 23 discs.
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How Our Disc Injury Care Plan Works
Get Out Of Pain
We pride ourselves on getting to the root cause of the issue to get you out of pain and keep you that way. Each chiropractor takes their time to really listen to and address each of your concerns.
Corrective Care
Structural problems demand structural solutions. Our care is designed to address the spinal misalignments and postural distortions that are causing your symptoms for long-term pain relief.
Find Stability
We aren’t interested in masking your symptoms. We’re committed to long-term well-being so you can take control of your life and be prepared for anything that comes your way.
How We Treat Disc Injury in Midland, TX
We take a comprehensive approach to treating a disc injury. This utilizes different steps and techniques to address your disc injury as it is unique to you and your total health.
Comprehensive Consultation and Exam
The first step in chiropractic disc injury care is the consultation. We will evaluate the disc injury as well as your total health and medical history. This makes it easier to determine the best course of treatment based on your specific situation.
Specific Chiropractic Care In Midland, TX
This type of care goes straight to the root of the problem. We will help the disc material to return to its proper position and correct subluxation via the use of chiropractic adjustment.
Custom Therapeutic Exercise Plan
It is important to strengthen the muscles surrounding the spine to prevent the disc injury from occurring again in the future. This also helps to promote better mobility. You will work with your chiropractor and a trainer to develop an exercise plan that addresses your specific needs.
When a disc is herniated and outside of its proper position, this treatment helps it to naturally return to its proper position. It also promotes better nerve function by increasing joint spacing. This treatment uses gentle stretches directed at the spine.
Deep Tissue Laser
It takes time to heal this type of disc injury, but this treatment may help to accelerate the process. It allows for light energy to reach the damaged tissue through deep penetration. This helps to increase healing and reduce inflammation. Each session usually only takes approximately three to five minutes. This treatment can be combined with the others to promote healing and relief from your symptoms
Common Causes of Disc Injury in Midland, TX
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Includes consultation, examination & x-rays (if necessary). First adjustment not included.