Disc Bulges/Herniation

What it is :
In between each vertebrae in your spine is a disc, which acts as a spacer and shock absorber. These discs have soft, gel-like centers surrounded by layers of fibrous tissues.

Sometimes, due to an injury or just aging, the material in the middle of a disc pushes to one side or even ruptures. This is called a bulging or herniated disc.

Where it occurs:
Bulging or herniated discs can appear in the:

	Neck (cervical spine)
	Low back (lumbar spine)
	Middle and upper back (thoracic spine)

The Symptoms:
Patients with bulging or herniated discs may experience:

	Swelling
	Pressure
	Pain
	Weakness
	Tingling
	Numbness

What are my treatment options?
Chiropractic Medicine, Physical Rehabilitation, DRS Treatment and MCU Therapy