Disc Herniation and Pain Relief

Herniated Disc

A disc herniation is one of the most common causes of back pain. Patients are often confused as to what this diagnosis actually means as it relates to their spine health. Think of a jelly doughnut that has been squeezed a little too hard and the jelly begins to ooze out of the hole. This is similar to a disc herniation. Each disc in your spine has a nucleus, which has a similar consistency to jelly. The nucleus is surrounded by a tough exterior called the annulus. A herniation occurs when the nucleus is forced through a tear in the annulus. Sometimes this diagnosis is referred to as a ruptured disc or a slipped disc.

Some of the common reasons a disc may herniate are:

Falling
Sporting injury
Car accident
Degeneration from aging
Poor health
Overtwisting the spine
Spinal deformities

Disc Herniation and Pain Relief

When the herniated disc presses on the nerves that run down your arms and legs, it can cause extreme and sometimes unbearable pain. If you have been diagnosed with a herniated disc and are experiencing pain, or if you recently had surgery for a herniated disc, the experts at John Goetze Physical Therapy can help you return to your normal lifestyle and activities. They design an individualized treatment plan that may include the following:

Exercise routines
Proper stretching
Training on proper posture
Appropriate lifting techniques
Advanced manual therapy
Electrical Stimulation
Cervical Traction

Don’t live with the pain from a disc herniation! The team at John Goetze PT is passionate about restoring each patient’s health and pain-free lifestyle. They develop relationships with their patients and truly take the time to put the perfect plan in place for the best recovery possible.