Degenerative Disc Disease

Degenerative disc disease refers to the gradual breakdown of the intervertebral discs that cushion your vertebrae. As we age, discs can begin to weaken and dehydrate, leading to pain and nerve pressure. Trauma, poor posture, and repetitive stress can accelerate this process.

Disc Problems

Intervertebral discs are positioned between the vertebrae in the spine. The outside of a disc is made from cartilage, and in the center is a jelly-like solution. These discs serve many purposes, including allowing movement of the spine, creating space between the vertebrae, and acting as shock absorbers. Trauma to the spine can cause the discs to herniate, bulge, become displaced (slipped disc), or even rupture.

If you suffer from one of these injuries, you should see a chiropractor. Surgery is risky, expensive, and requires significant recovery time. In many cases, you can experience relief through chiropractic. By properly aligning the spine, pressure can be relieved on nerves and on the discs themselves.

Whiplash & Disc Injury

Whiplash is a common injury for people involved in car collisions. It causes the muscles and ligaments to overextend, leading to strains and/or tears. Whiplash can also cause structural damage such as misaligned vertebrae, herniated or ruptured discs, or nerve damage.

Chiropractic adjustments and alignments can be performed specifically for those who have been in car accidents and suffered from whiplash. If you have been in a car accident, schedule an appointment with us before relying on pain medications and surgery.