Results for Bulging Discs

It is one of the most infamous parts of the body as it is frequently blamed for severe and unpleasant low back pain (LBP). However, as discussed previously here , there is no evidence that discs or other anatomical features being out of alignment actually causes pain. Instead, pains such as LBP involve many factors and treatment should not focus purely on a single tissue such as a disc
However, people continue to be sent for scans of their spine at an alarmingly…

The term "bulging disc" comes up often when talking about athletes and their injuries. Learn what it means and why it's so common in professional sports.

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Bulging disc is often thought of as a normal part of the aging process. It causes pain and decreases mobility. Athletes and people who have jobs that are very physical are often prone to bulging discs and...

The terms ‘herniated disc’ and ‘bulging disc’ are sometimes used interchangeably, but they are actually two different conditions.

Bulging discs are one of the most common disorders related to the spinal cord and thousands of people suffer from this condition every year. Most of us don’t even know about it until there are severe problems related to the nervous system....

The chiropractors at The Joint Chiropractic firmly believe that knowledge is power, especially when it comes to your health and wellness. Chiropractic care does treat people who are injured, yes -- but it’s also preventative care to help you from becoming sick or injured in the first place. Slipped discs in the spine are a common affliction but are also preventable in a majority of cases. Here’s what you need to know in order to help prevent a slipped disc and keep your…

95% of all Americans have a cell phone of some sort and 77% of Americans have a smart phone. Over time, the use of such a device can cause neck strain that can lead to more serious issues, such as bulging discs, herniated discs or arthritis. “Tech Neck” is a term used for cervical pain caused by the use of devices such as cell phones, tablets and computers. Tech Neck is caused by poor posture and repetitive strain. In fact, years spent slouching…

The word myofascial means muscle tissue (myo) and the connective tissue in and around it (fascia). Myofascial pain often results from muscle injury or repetitive strain. When stressed or injured, muscles often form trigger points, like contracted knots, that cause pain and tightness
[mī·ōfa′shē·əl]
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Myofascial Pain and Trigger Points: Getting to the Point
Myofascial trigger points are an…

or anyone who suffers back pain caused by a bulging disc, there are alternatives to surgery. For us, we believe spinal decompression therapy can get you back on your feet, without the downsides found in under the knife procedures.

We have been providing treatment for herniated discs in San Francisco since 1992. Herniated discs in the low back are fairly common. They are less common in the neck. Usually there is low back pain or sciatica…but you can also have a herniated or bulging disc and not even know it. That’s right…many will live … Continue reading How Do You Know If You Have a Herniated Disc? →

Swimming is supposed to be easier on your bones and joints than any other sport, so why does your back ache when you get out of the pool? Just because you are a swimmer, it does not mean you are immune to back troubles. From the stroke you perform to your form in the pool, there are a few reasons why your back hurts in the pool. Spine health for swimmers is critical, and here’s how you can keep your back in great…

Let me shine a light for you in the darkness of the back pain night. Disc bulges and injuries are not forever, but there are some important things to know about treatment.

Live from Vegas at ASAPS 2016, Dr. Sheila S. Nazarian explains how women can now use CoolSculpting to treat bra and armpit fat.

Your poor posture may be provoking your lumbar herniated disc symptoms.

Most of the time a visit to the doctor occurs because something went wrong – you came down with a cold or you‘re injured. But what if you could prevent an injury from happening in the first place? Preventive care is unfortunately overlooked far too often. In this case, what’s overlooked may be proper care …

I called my belly "Donut" because I could wad up all my post-baby stomach skin into something that resembled one (sans sprinkles). Despite my healthy eating habits and gym visits, I could not get that belly bulge to budge, even as my youngest hit his fifth birthday.

Thoracic herniated disc is a rare condition that can cause upper back pain, numbness, and radiating pain.

Steroid injections, mental pain control techniques, and pain medication can help to alleviate sciatic pain from a lumbar herniated disc.

Sixty-nine percent of American adults are overweight or obese, which means most of us have at least some personal experience with the battle of the bulge. And yet, for people who are overweight—especially those who are seriously overweight—offensive comments from friends, family, and strangers abound. Remarks like, "Are you simply lazy? Clueless about nutrition? Are you even trying to slim down?" can really sting.