What is a Slip Disc or Disc Bulge?
Spinal discs act as soft shock absorbers between the bones (vertebrae) of your spine. A slip disc (herniated disc) or disc bulge occurs when the soft inner core of the disc pushes out through the tough outer ring. This protrusion can compress or irritate nearby spinal nerve roots, causing intense pain, numbness, or muscle weakness.
Many patients believe surgery is the only cure, but 90% of slip disc cases can be successfully treated through non-surgical spinal decompression and alignment.
Disc Herniation Symptoms We Treat
- Sharp Shooting Pain: Pain that shoots down your legs (Sciatica) or arms when bending, sitting, or coughing.
- Tingling & Numbness: Loss of sensation or tingling in your hands, feet, or legs.
- Lower Back/Neck Pain: A deep, localized ache in the neck or lower back spine.
- Muscle Weakness: Sensation of weakness in the legs, ankle, or arm muscles.
Our Non-Surgical Treatment Approach
At Bodycare Chiropractic & Spine Centre, we utilize advanced chiropractic manual adjustments to decompress your spine and help the disc heal naturally.
- Spinal Decompression: Gentle manual traction that reduces pressure inside the spinal disc, encouraging the bulging disc material to pull back away from the nerve.
- Chiropractic Alignment: Realigning the vertebrae to correct structural stress and load-bearing dynamics.
- Postural Stabilization: Rehabilitative exercises to strengthen supporting back muscles.
- Complementary Therapies: To speed up recovery and reduce muscle spasms, we integrate clinical Acupuncture and Dry Cupping Therapy based on patient needs.
Why choose us? Dr. Naeem Shaikh is a highly trusted Spine Specialist. We offer safe, non-invasive, and drug-free treatments to resolve slip disc pain and restore mobility.