Chiropractic Care Helps Disc Herniation Problems After Auto Injury

Radicular issues is a condition that happens when something fails with the nerve roots in the spine and Dr. Scharf treats a lot of patients from the Parkland region that are dealing with this. These nerves deliver messages from your brain to the rest of your body and when they’re irritated it can lead to pain, numbness, tingling and other problems. Radicular pain can be especially disruptive to your life, making it an issue to do even the easiest tasks.

There are several potential causes of radicular pain, which are herniated discs, spinal stenosis and spondylolisthesis. Herniated discs are a usual cause of radicular pain and result when the soft inner tissue of the disc bulges out through a crack in the outer casing. This puts force on the adjacent nerve roots and cause issues. Spinal stenosis is a condition that develops when the spaces within your spine become slimmer, which can also lead to pressure on the nerve roots. Spondylolisthesis is a condition in which one vertebra slips out of place and onto the bone beneath it, which can also create pressure on the nerve roots.

Radicular pain can be caused by trauma like a auto collision or can result from aging and degeneration. As we get older, our discs and vertebrae become less flexible and that can result in nerve issues.

Can Chiropractic Help?

Chiropractors are trained to diagnose and treat conditions that affect the vertebrae and nervous system. Dr. Scharf in Parkland uses many different techniques including adjustments, manipulation and massage to aid reduce issues and boost function. If you are suffering from radicular pain, don’t hesitate to contact our office at (954) 227-0088 for an appointment.

Reference

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