Seek treatment from Dr. Robert Fitzpatrick and Dr. Lisa Morreale-Fitzpatrick of Fitzpatrick Chiropractic if you need help dealing with your herniated disc in Toms River, NJ.
Why Is a Herniated Disc So Troublesome?
A herniated disc occurs when the nucleus of one of your spinal discs leaks out. The nucleus may leak out of a crack along the annulus, otherwise known as the exterior portion of the spinal disc. All sorts of problems may develop when the nucleus starts to spill out.
Pain is the most common symptom of a herniated disc. A herniated disc located higher up the spine can affect your arms and shoulders, while an injury further down the spine can affect your legs. Of course, you can also expect to experience significant back pain regardless of where the herniation occurs.
Muscle weakness is another symptom of a herniated disc. Your muscles may weaken due to the way your herniated disc is affecting surrounding nerves. As your damaged spinal disc continues to interact with surrounding nerves, you may have a hard time completing any physically demanding task.
Even by itself, a herniated disc can already be a troublesome condition to deal with. It only becomes even more problematic when it causes the development of other conditions, such as sciatica. If that happens, you may soon find yourself struggling with more symptoms.
This particular injury is also not one you should leave alone in the hopes it will eventually get better. As long as your spinal disc remains out of position, it will continue causing problems.
Manage your herniated disc in Toms River, NJ, by receiving treatment from Dr. Fitzpatrick and Dr. Morreale-Fitzpatrick of Fitzpatrick Chiropractic.
What Treatment Methods Can a Chiropractor Use on Your Herniated Disc?
Consulting a chiropractor is your best option if you need treatment for a herniated disc. Chiropractors spend plenty of time treating herniated discs, so they can provide relief in different ways.
Chiropractic adjustments can be used to treat herniated discs. By adjusting the position of your spine, your chiropractor can minimize the problems caused by your injury.
Your chiropractor may also opt to use intersegmental traction therapy to treat your injured spinal disc. The rolling motions involved in intersegmental traction therapy can promote better blood flow and induce a healing response from your body. The symptoms caused by your herniated disc should start to disappear as more blood flows through it.
Those are just some of the treatment methods a chiropractor can use on your herniated disc. Visit your chiropractor to determine the ideal solution for your specific injury.
Dial 732-288-0500 to book a spinal decompression session in Toms River, NJ, with Dr. Fitzpatrick and Dr. Morreale-Fitzpatrick of Fitzpatrick Chiropractic.