Herniated or slipped discs are a common cause of back and other body pain. The spine is made up of bony vertebrae and flexible, gel-filled buffers in between each vertebra, called spinal discs, that help cushion the spine. As we age, these spinal discs gradually lose their elasticity, in some cases, bulging out of normal alignment or rupturing altogether. When a herniated disc presses on one of the nerves running along the spine, it can cause intense pain in other areas of the body. Chiropractors use spinal manipulation, ultrasound, therapeutic exercise, and other nonsurgical techniques to isolate and treat the pain caused by a herniated disc. Read the latest news on chiropractic care for herniated discs below, or use our network to find a skilled chiropractor in your area who treats herniated discs.
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