Disc Injury in Toledo

Have you been told that you have a slipped disc or disc injury in Toledo? Disc injuries can range from slight to severe. The clinic notes that a trained chiropractor can help explain the condition and options.

The small pads between vertebrae are called intervertebral discs. Each has a tough outer ring and a soft gel-like center. They join and separate vertebrae and act as cushions or shock absorbers, so the bones do not make contact as you move. Without discs, we would be unable to move our upper torso.

Disc Injury Toledo

A protruding disc means the gel is pushed outward or bulges asymmetrically; this may pinch or irritate nearby nerve roots. A herniated disc occurs when the disc material ruptures and the gel pushes outward, which may cause pain or numbness from nerve irritation and can be serious in some cases. A disc extrusion is described as the most severe type: the gel balloons extensively beyond the vertebrae or breaks away from the disc, which may result in considerable back pain and limited range of motion.

If you are experiencing symptoms related to a disc injury, contact Fairwood Chiropractic & Physical Therapy to discuss an evaluation and care options.