The Most Important Treatment for Disc Problems | Chiropractor for Disc Injuries in Newport Beach, CA
Discs in your spine act like shock absorbers between the vertebrae. They have two main functions: the annular fibrosis, which is the tough outer ring that holds everything together, and the nucleus pulposus, which is a soft, jelly-like center that provides cushioning. A disc injury, most commonly referred to as a bulging or herniated disc, occurs when the annulus fibrosis weakens or tears. This allows some of the nucleus pulposus to bulge or leak out. The problem arises when the bulging or leaked disc material presses on a nearby spinal nerve or the spinal cord. This compression can lead to pain, weakness, numbness, or tingling in the area that’s served by the affected nerve. These disc injuries are a common cause of low back or leg pain.
Spinal Decompression Treatment
Spinal Decompression is a treatment to help disc injuries by creating a general distraction force at the level of the injured disc. This is different than just plain traction. Our spinal decompression machine, the DRX 9000, is much more specific in treating your disc problems. Traction is more of a general stretch throughout your spine, while the DRX 9000 pulls at the specific angle of your disc, which gives you the best results. Benefits include reduced pressure by gently stretching the spine at the injured disc. Decompression creates negative pressure that acts on the disc. This helps to retract the bulging or herniated disc material, alleviating pressure on the nerves and other structures.
Benefits of Spinal Decompression
Decompression can improve the healing environment. The negative pressure also promotes the flow of fluids and nutrients back into the disc, aiding in its natural healing process. Rehydration of the disc improves its overall health and increases the disc height, which reduces pressure on the nerves and improves disc health, ultimately leading to significant pain relief. Spinal Decompression is a great nonsurgical alternative to invasive surgery, which cannot be reversed.
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