Understanding Disc Injuries
What Is a Disc Injury?
Between each pair of vertebrae sits a disc — a tough outer ring around a gel-like centre. A bulging disc means the ring has weakened; a herniated disc means some of the centre has pushed through. Either can irritate a nearby nerve and send pain into an arm or leg.
Many adults with no pain at all have disc bulges on imaging, so the picture matters less than how you move and what provokes your symptoms. We assess carefully before deciding on care.
Conservative care — gentle chiropractic techniques, registered massage and directional exercises — is the recommended starting point for most disc injuries.
How We Help
Our Approach to Disc Injury
Signs to Watch For
When to See a Chiropractor for Disc Injury
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FAQ
Disc Injury Questions
It depends on how long the problem has been there and what’s driving it. After your assessment Dr. Greg will give you an honest estimate — no long lock-in contracts.
If there is progressive weakness, symptoms that fail to improve after a genuine course of conservative care, or any change in bladder or bowel control — the last is an emergency. We’ll refer promptly if we see these signs.
Usually not. A thorough physical exam identifies most disc problems. Imaging is requested when findings suggest it would change your care.
For most disc injuries, yes, using gentle, low-force techniques chosen for your findings. We screen carefully and avoid anything that provokes your symptoms.
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