Suffering From Herniated Disc Pain? PT Could Help You Find Relief

Most back pain recorded is a result of a herniated disc. According to a research study, it is projected that 60% to 80% of people will definitely have some form of lower back pain during their life span. A lot of people who tend to experience back pain mostly use conventional medicine to find relief but fail to realize that they can only achieve short term relief and, in some cases, may even trigger other health complications.

Herniated disc, also known as slipped disc, bulging disc, or ruptured disc, occurs along the spine. When this happens, the lower back region becomes much more affected, causing pain and discomfort. However, back pain can as well be caused by other medical and underlying conditions, but in many cases, it is due to a herniated disc.

Physical therapy at momentum spine and sports physiotherapy clinic can help you relieve your back pain, whether caused by a herniated disc or other conditions. We focus on ensuring patients get immediate relief using our natural therapeutic approach and educating them on pain management techniques to prevent reoccurrence. Contact us to book an appointment now!!!

Physical therapy and herniated discs

Physical therapy is a natural, safe, and non-invasive approach used to treat pain, aliment, injuries and other conditions as well as help fasten a patient’s recovery process. Its techniques are designed to help identify the root cause of the problem before recommending a personalized treatment plan to help achieve relief irrespective of one’s age.

At momentum spine and sports physiotherapy clinic, our licensed and experienced physiotherapists, orthopedists, and massage therapists use suitable therapeutic treatments to eradicate pain and inflammation and normalize range of motion, strength, and blood flow and fasten one’s healing process.

Our therapists are expertly trained in assessing any form of pain, ailment, injuries, or micro-conditions. They have broad knowledge in recommending effective and suitable passive and active therapeutic care to address your condition and maintain your body function. These care may include exercises and other activities that can be practised continuously at home while receiving or after completing in-clinic treatment.

How do I know if I am suffering from herniated discs?

Different symptoms can occur when suffering from herniated discs and differ from one person to another due to the affected spin region. Some of the common symptoms that may likely occur include;

• Sensation of pain when sneezing, coughing, bending, twisting, or sitting
• Weakness along the lower extremities
• Numbness
• Burning sensation
• Tingling either in the buttock, feet, back, or leg.

Whichever sign or pain you are experiencing, we urge you to meet with one of our specialists to properly diagnose and treat you with a technique that does not require surgery or modern medications.

Understanding the sciatic nerve

Sciatica is a condition that can occur when a person is suffering from herniated disc pain. Herniated discs pain can become so intense due to an increase in pressure along the sciatic nerve.

The sciatic nerve comprises various spinal nerve branches that spread from the spine to the leg. When any sciatic nerve root is pinched due to pressure from the herniated disc, intense pain will develop, causing discomfort along all the sciatic nerves of the body, such as the leg, shin, foot, buttock, and other areas.

Irrespective of the pain intensity or amount of pressure on the sciatic nerve, physiotherapy can help lower the pressure and relieve the pain developed.

What exactly can cause my herniated disc?

Spinal discs in the body are similar to shock absorbers in motor vehicles. The spinal discs are soft with a thick outer ring of cartilage and inner gel-like material. They have rubbery pads around the bony vertebrae, which are part of the spine. Each component works together to allow our back to be able to bend in various directions.

The spinal column act as a protector for the fragile nerves and spinal cord. However, when the cartilage located in the spinal disc is affected or damaged, the inner gel-like material becomes porous. As a result, herniation takes place, causing excessive pressure on the nearby nerve roots leading to an increase in pain across your lower back. In some cases, you may likely experience weakness, numbness, and pain when small pressure is on your spinal nerves.

Book an appointment with us today!!!!

Are you looking for a highly efficient solution to help ease your back pain? Do you live in Edmonton and looking for a nearby advanced physical therapy clinic to help you address your pain using natural, safe, and non-surgical methods? Then, Momentum spine and sports physiotherapy clinic is the right place for you.

We totally understand that pain can hinder a person’s normal lifestyle. Therefore we can help you address it as quick as possible. Contact us today and get the long-lasting relief you desire.