Do you suffer from neck pain, lower back pain, or uncomfortable sensations in your upper or lower extremities? These seemingly diverse issues can all stem from the kind of root cause -- a bulging vertebral disc, also known as a disc protrusion. The fluid-filled discs that normally cushion your vertebrae against shocks can sometimes cause some shocking and distressing problems of their own.
If you're experiencing this all-too-common issue, you're probably hoping to find an answer that doesn't involve cutting into your neck or back and making permanent surgical changes to it. You'll find your answers here at North East Chiropractic Center, your source for non-surgical bulging disc treatment in Fort Wayne IN.
Our Fort Wayne chiropractor has noticed that the general public sometimes gets confused over the various terms used to describe disc problems. You may have heard people refer to bulging discs and herniated discs without understanding what these phrases actually mean. A bulging disc is not the same thing as a herniated disc. Let's look at the essential traits of both conditions:
While herniated discs are often caused by acute injuries, bulging discs commonly stem from gradual, age-related changes in the spine. As an older body naturally loses some of its water content, dehydration affects the discs just as it does other physical components. A sedentary lifestyle, obesity, chronic musculoskeletal misalignment or strain, a lifetime of poor posture, and even a smoking habit can conspire to create bulging discs that send you to our Fort Wayne chiropractor for relief.
On the surface, a bulging disc would seem like a much less serious situation than a herniated disc -- but it can still cause a lot of trouble. Symptoms of a bulging disc depend in part on the location of the afflicted disc. You may experience:
Only the most serious disc problems require surgical treatment; most respond readily to the non-invasive techniques provided by our Fort Wayne chiropractor. Dr. will analyze your spinal alignment, take X-rays of your neck or back, and then come up with a holistic, all-natural treatment plan for you. You may benefit from a combination of:
North East Chiropractic Center has provided the highest standards of non-surgical care since 2013. Our Fort Wayne chiropractor offers total transparency in his treatment methods, as well as same-day appointments and personalized treatment plans. Call (260) 245-2460 to get the help you need for that bulging disc!
Monday: 8:30am – 6:00pm
Tuesday: 9:00am – 4:30pm
Wednesday: 8:30am – 5:00pm
Thursday: 8:30am – 6:00pm
Friday: Closed
Saturday: 8:30am – 12:30pm
(1st & 3rd of the month)
Sunday: Closed