Slipped Disc

If you’re experiencing back pain, we encourage you to schedule an appointment at Morgan Chiropractic. Our team of experts can help you recover from an injury and get closer to your wellness goals.

When you’re digging in your garden, it’s easy to forget about proper lifting techniques. Unfortunately, this can lead to serious back injuries. One common injury is a herniated or ruptured disk. The intervertebral disk is like a shock-absorber located between each vertebra in our spine extending from the tail bone to the upper neck. When healthy, your disks truly do function as shock absorbers. There are two parts to the disk—the inner part (called the nucleus) which is the liquid-like center and the tough, laminated, and rubber-like outer part (the annulus) that hold the nucleus in the center of the disk. The annulus has concentric rings which look similar to the rings of an oak tree trunk and the strength of these laminated rings is due to the fibers crisscrossing, creating a self-sealing, secure border for the nucleus center. In spite of this great anatomical structure, our disks degenerate and can crack or tear allowing the more liquid-like nucleus to leak out of the annulus creating the classic “slipped disk” (technically referred to as a herniated or ruptured disk). When the herniated disk presses into the nerve that goes down the leg, pain is felt along its course and can radiate all the way to the foot. There are five vertebrae and disks with a pair of nerves that go into each leg and depending which disk ruptures, pain will follow a different course down the leg.

If you’re experiencing back pain, it’s important to seek professional help. At Morgan Chiropractic, we offer chiropractic solutions for patients in Stuart, FL, and the surrounding areas. Whether you’re new to chiropractic care or have seen a chiropractor in the past, we’ll work to provide you with the best possible care. We can work with you to treat aches and pains, help you recover from an injury, and get closer to your wellness goals! Schedule an appointment today by calling (772) 221-8969.