A herniated disc, a familiar cause
of back pain for many in Millville, does not always
warrant surgery. Non-surgical treatments like ours at Wilson Family Chiropractic can
produce significant relief without the costly financial
burden and inherent risk related to back surgery.
WHAT A DISC HERNIATION IS
A herniated disc occurs when the soft center of
a spinal disc pushes through the exterior layer,
leading to pain, numbness, or weakness.
Issues like age-related wear and tear, sudden strain, or
repetitive movements can contribute to this. Symptoms include back or neck pain, pain radiating to arms or
legs, tingling or numbness, and muscle weakness. Early recognition
leads to faster relief and return to your normal
Millville activities of daily living!
WHAT OPTIONS ARE AVAILABLE TO TREAT A HERNIATED DISC
Surgery frequently comes to mind for many while
non-surgical treatment is quite successful. Surgery, often seen
as a quick fix, is costly and risky. It can
bring about infections, blood clots, nerve damage, and
lengthy recovery times. Additionally, surgery doesn't guarantee lasting relief. Research
documents that many patients achieve significant
relief through non-surgical treatments, focusing on managing
pain and improving function. One such method is
chiropractic care, incorporating diagnosis and treatment of
musculoskeletal disorders via hands-on spinal manipulation and
other treatments. Techniques include spinal manipulation -
like our Cox® Technic flexion-distraction – along with
nutrition and therapeutic exercise, aiming to deliver pain
relief, enhanced functionality, and overall
well-being.
NON-SURGICAL CARE OPTIONS
Studies support the effectiveness of these
non-surgical treatments as they aim to manage pain and improve function. Zhang et al. (2023) conducted
a comprehensive study on lumbar disc herniation management. The study makes
availablable valuable insights into the
success of non-surgical treatments for most
people. Davison et al. (2020) examined healthcare expenditures
for patients with herniated lumbar discs. They discovered and described the cost-effectiveness of non-surgical treatments,
including chiropractic care. Lilly et al. (2021) assessed non-operative
management strategies for herniated lumbar discs. Their results
emphasize the success of conservative care methods in
procuring relief and enhancing patient
outcomes. Other studies, like Gudavalli's (2006), compared flexion-distraction
to active exercise, and flexion-distraction (aka Cox®
Technic) provided 250% more relief of disc herniation-related
radicular leg pain.
Listen to this PODCAST
with Dr. Timothy Gagan of Apple Country
Chiropractic in NY, on The
Back Doctors Podcast with Dr. Michael Johnson as he
illustrates The Cox® Technic System of Spinal Pain Management
for relief of back pain due to a disc herniation.
CHIROPRACTIC CARE FOR HERNIATED DISC
Chiropractic care is individualized, with
each patient getting a tailored treatment
plan. It's also part of a comprehensive care approach, collaborating
with other healthcare providers. Several studies, patient
testimonials, and expert opinions support the benefits of
chiropractic care for herniated discs. They emphasize a
holistic approach, tackling root causes of pain, endorsing
overall well-being, and encouraging its cost-effectiveness
compared to surgery.
CONTACT Wilson Family Chiropractic
Make your Millville chiropractic
appointment soon. Herniated disc relief is possible without
surgery. Come check out the non-surgical option at
Wilson Family Chiropractic for those experiencing pain due
to a herniated disc.
References for FEATURE: Millville Disc Herniation
Back Pain Relief with Chiropractic