Chiropractic Treatment for Disc Issues in Woodbridge, VA

Between each of the vertebrae in your spine is a disc that acts as a cushion to protect the vertebrae from damage. If a disc begins to degenerate or suffers an injury, the spine cannot function properly. Some of the signs of disc issues include:

• Back pain
• Increased pain with repetitive movement
• Discomfort when sitting
• Sharp pain caused by sneezing, laughing, or coughing
• Numbness and tingling sensations that extend down to the arms or legs

All of the movements you make throughout the day help maintain the health of your spine and discs. Sometimes this movement is either lost, reduced, or limited due to illness or injury; the result is that more pressure is placed on the discs. Increased pressure on the discs can cause disc bulge, a painful condition in which the discs start to spill out from their normal location between the vertebrae.

Disc bulge can progress into a herniated disc and at this point, treatment options are limited and often involve surgery. Chiropractic is one of the best ways to avoid needing surgical disc repair. Spinal adjustments, traction, and at-home exercises can improve spinal alignment, take the pressure off your discs, and encourage the body to heal itself.

To learn more about chiropractic care for disc issues in Woodbridge, VA, call Palmercare Chiropractic at 703-878-0700.