Disc Problems
Disc Problems in Palm Beach Gardens
Disc problems refer to any medical issues that affect the intervertebral discs of the spinal column. These discs provide cushioning between each vertebra, helping aid movement and protect sensitive nerve structures. Disc problems can range from mild pain and discomfort to severe cases that restrict mobility and cause longer-term disability. At Preferred Chiropractic Center in Palm Beach Gardens, our disc injury chiropractor is ready to assist you with all your chiropractic care needs.
Types of Disc Issues
When your discs are healthy, you have the flexibility to turn and bend easily. Improper lifting, falls, and auto accidents can cause the core to shift, and the following disc issues arise:
Herniation – a condition where there is a TEAR in the disc. Generally, the symptoms are the same as a bulge, but these are more serious, and many of our daily activities must be immediately restricted.
Bulge – a condition of the spine where one or more discs between the vertebrae bulge outward, pushing against nerves or other structures in the spine. Pain, numbness, tingling, muscle weakness, and other issues can result, depending on which nerve is affected.
Prolapse – a condition that is out of the scope of practice for a disc injury chiropractor. These much rarer conditions typically require surgery.
Our Approach
At Preferred Chiropractic Center in Palm Beach Gardens, Dr. Steve uses only Sacro Occipital Technique (SOT) blocking to address disc problems in the LOWER BACK. This disc treatment focuses on providing the body with stability and support to help ease pressure on the discs in the spine. Since he started practicing in 1995, Dr. Steve has successfully used this method on tremendous amounts of patients over the years. Through the use of SOT Category Three Blocking, you too can experience lower back pain elimination WITHOUT the CRACKING SOUND that some folks fear.
SOT Blocking
Many of our patients question what they can do for lower back “disc” injuries. Dr. Steve offers his patients low-force SOT blocking for these types of injuries. This disc treatment is very safe and offers no force or cracking. It’s very simple, really; comfortable wedges are inserted under the patient’s waist, while he/she lies in the prone AKA face down position. This position, combined with the wedges, creates openings in both the facets of the spine and the lower back disc spacing. This technique (III) basically creates spinal traction by using the patient’s own weight to do so. Very comfortable technique for the patients; it removes the patient’s pain as soon as both wedges are inserted! Ultimately, this low-force traction will relax the muscles, tendons, ligaments, and joint capsules in the painful area. As things begin to relax, the disc begins to migrate back to where it normally belongs. Each disc treatment is 20 minutes long.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many treatments will I need?
This method requires treatment over 12 consecutive days and takes about 20 to 30 minutes each day.
Is SOT blocking painful?
No, not at all. This method is safe, and there’s no force or cracking involved.
Aren’t disc problems simply because of the normal aging process?
No. However, many such problems are due to years of neglect. Many individuals with spinal problems won’t experience symptoms until they’re in an advanced stage of degeneration. The good news is that many seniors still enjoy optimal spinal health and function because they’ve maintained their spine throughout their lives.
Book an Appointment
If you think you have a disc problem, we are here to help. Contact Preferred Chiropractic today to schedule an appointment.