Effective Back Pain Relief After Auto Accidents
Back pain is a common aftermath of auto accidents, often caused by disc injuries requiring corrective care. At Anthem Chiropractic, we specialize in diagnosing and treating back pain resulting from auto accident injuries, with years of experience helping patients recover fully.
Even minor collisions can exert enough force to damage the spine, misalign vertebrae, or injure spinal discs. Identifying and addressing these injuries early is key to a successful recovery.
Understanding Disc Injuries:
- Bulging Discs: The outer layer of a spinal disc weakens, causing the disc to protrude and potentially compress nearby nerves.
- Herniated Discs: A more severe condition where the inner gel-like material of the disc leaks out, leading to inflammation and nerve irritation.
How Auto Accidents Cause Bulging and Herniated Discs
The spine consists of aligned vertebrae separated by discs that absorb shock and prevent friction. During an auto accident, the sudden force can destabilize the spine, causing vertebrae to shift and placing stress on these discs. A bulging disc occurs when a disc is pushed out of its normal position, creating friction and pressure on nearby nerve roots. In more severe cases, the disc may rupture, leading to a herniated disc, which can cause significant pain due to nerve irritation and spinal fluid leakage
These injuries can occur anywhere along the spine but are most common in the lower back. At Anthem Chiropractic, our focus is on realigning the spine and correcting disc placement to alleviate pain, reduce nerve pressure, and restore functionality. By addressing the root cause, we help patients recover and regain their quality of life.
Chiropractic Treatments for Herniated and Bulging Disc Injuries
Our treatment approach incorporates various techniques to reduce inflammation, restore spinal alignment, relieve pain, and promote healing. Chiropractic adjustments are the primary method, helping to realign the spine and return the disc to its proper position. Additional therapies, such as electric stimulation to relieve pain and reduce pressure and massage therapy to alleviate muscle tension, are also used to support recovery and enhance your overall healing process.
- Chiropractic Adjustments: Spinal manipulations are the primary treatment for bulging and herniated discs. By applying targeted, localized pressure, we gently realign the vertebrae and reposition the disc to relieve pain and restore function.
- Electric Stimulation Therapy: Using a transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulator (TENS), our chiropractor delivers electrical currents to stimulate nerves, alleviating pain and reducing pressure in the affected area.
- Massage Therapy: If muscle tension or tightness is present due to your auto accident injury, massage therapy helps relax the soft tissue, promoting healing and improving flexibility.