The most serious disc problem is a prolapsed disc in which the soft center ruptures and leaks.
A disc can’t slip. But it can wedge, bulge, protrude
and herniate. Chiropractic care can help.
Space for Nerves
The disc is a special cartilage between the bones of your spinal
column. It attaches to the vertebra above and below it. This creates
the separation between spinal bones so pairs of nerves can exit
the spine.
Turning and Bending
Each spinal disc has a jelly-like “ball bearing”
core that is contained by bands of fibrous tissue. Healthy discs
give you flexibility for normal turning and bending. Improper lifting,
slips, falls and car accidents can cause the core to shift:
Herniation - disc wedging narrows nerve openings. Obvious symptoms
may not be present.
Protrusion - like a blister, the disc bulges
where it is the weakest, causing nerve pressure.
Prolapse - with
the cushioning and separating compromised by rupture, movement
is painful.
Chiropractic First
Chiropractic has been a natural solution helping
millions with a variety of disc problems.
