Chiropractor For Disc Bulge & Herniation in Vaughan

Are you experiencing lower back pain or leg pain? Is there a sharp, shooting pain in your lower back? Is this discomfort not improving over time? 

Having a disc bulge or herniation in your spine, also known as a herniated disc, can cause severe pain making it difficult to move or sit down. The discs are cushion-like structures that fit in between the vertebrae to help form and support the spine, and overtime discs wear and tear. A bulging disc is when the inner part of the disc, known as the nucleus, starts to protrude outward. This adds pressure on the nerves, leading to pain in the lower back, commonly in the lumbar spine. A bulging disc can also occur in the cervical spine, affecting the neck, As well as in the thoracic spine, causing pain in the stomach and chest. 

The disc itself is not broken when it is only bulging, however a herniated disc is when the disc has a partial rupture in the outer wall of the intervertebral disc, protruding out to cause pressure on the nerves, leading to degeneration. Proper spinal adjustments can help alleviate the pain and discomfort, Dr. Rogini at Shakti Chiro sees many different patients with disc bulge and herniated discs and can help start your personalized treatment plan.

What are the symptoms of disc bulge and herniation?

You may experience the following symptoms from having a disc bulge/herniation, which can range from mild to severe:

  • Lower back pain (typically the primary symptom experienced)
  • pain/numbness/tingling around the neck, shoulders, arms and handsDisc Bulge and Herniation
  • Myelopathy: spinal cord injury causing symptoms such as difficulty walking or difficulty in lifting or holding things
  • Pain or numbness in the feet, lower spine, or buttocks
  • Muscle spasms
  • shooting pain down the arm all the way to the fingertips
  • Impaired ankle or knee
  • Weakened back muscles
  • Pain when lying down, sitting or bending forwards or backwards
  • Slow muscle reflexes
  • Poor posture

What causes a disc bulge or herniated disk?

Some factors can help contribute, such as:

  • Improper form from lifting weights or twisting at an awkward position
  • Natural aging: degeneration in the spine occurs over time for everyone. As your body ages, the disc becomes less hydrated and less flexible to cushion the spine, making it more susceptible to tearing.
  • Excessive weight gain, adding more pressure to the spine
  • Having a physically demanding job that involves repetitive motion or heavy lifting
  • Smoking tobacco: nicotine reduces blood flow to the vertebral discs to delay the healing process and promote disc degeneration 
  • Having a sedentary lifestyle with minimal movement and poor posture
  • High contact sports or activities are potential risk factors
  • Wearing improper footwear, especially while participating in a fast-paced activity such as running
  • Any physical activity that causes stress on the spine

Chiropractic Care for a disc bulge or herniated disc

Chiropractors are skilled in pinpointing where exactly in the spine is subluxated or stressed, and will perform adjustments to restore that motion and align the spine. They will focus on the root cause of your pain and will compose a specialized treatment plan so that with consistent treatment, your symptoms can be alleviated to prevent further degeneration in the bulging or herniated discs. This will not only address the cause of the disc protrusion, but positively impact the rest of your body if you are experiencing any other stresses in certain regions. Here at Shakti Chiro we help create a sustainable lifestyle for you by addressing your spinal subluxations and educating you on the importance of getting your spine treated, as this influences how the rest of your body operates.

Dr. Rogini will cater to each patient’s needs and concerns, as well as suggest therapeutic exercises or stretches to help supplement the spinal adjustments. Of course, each patient is different and will have a treatment plan that works ideally for their pains, as Dr. Rogini will take into account your level of pain, how active you are, your health and lifestyle, and past experiences to identify the root cause. Patients may be given some gentle stretches to practice slowly to help further release pressure on the spine, as well as improve posture and strengthen your muscles. Our services at Shakti Chiro are non-invasive and gentle focusing on reducing inflammation in the disc, allowing blood to flow so that the disc can heal.

How Holistic Chiropractic differs from Regular Chiropractic

Not only will Holistic Chiropractors address the root cause of your symptoms, but will suggest methods that consider your body and well-being overall. As a Doctor they understand that each patient is experiencing different levels of pain, not only physically but can take a toll on them mentally. It is normal to feel overwhelmed or uncertain about your health, which is why Holistic Chiropractors are here to listen to your pains and needs. Our bodies have many systems that communicate with one another to ensure we are getting optimal health and so that we can function day-to-day. Pain from bulging or herniated discs are treatable and sometimes individuals may resort to taking pain-killers or other prescribed medications because the pain can be uncomfortable. With holistic care, Dr. Rogini will address your needs in all aspects to ensure that your body heals naturally in a non-invasive way. As our bodily systems are all interconnected, Holistic Chiropractors take a look at how certain pains are the cause of different stresses other than physical. 

Creating a treatment plan for each patient that includes lifestyle changes and proper health is our goal here at Shakti Chiro in Vaugan. Whether these lifestyle changes include improving your posture when sitting on a desk or lifting heavy objects, or finding ways to increase your activities to avoid living a sedentary lifestyle, the goal is to prevent or minimize the risk of future spinal injuries. We want you to be aware that you can improve your lifestyle as a whole while addressing the causes of your pain, so that you can live day to day knowing that you are under optimal care. Book online today or call us at 905-553-0397 to start your journey to recovery with Dr. Rogini!