Chiopractic Treatment for Recurring Disc Problems?

I started seeing a chiro about 2.5 years ago for general back pain (no specific cause or injury) and it has helped a ton. I highly recommend it. The most important thing I can tell you is don't give up too quickly. You're not going to feel instant relief, but rather a gradual improvement. In the beginning, they will probably want to see you more often (as much as 2-3 times per week) but that will eventually lessen in frequency to maybe something like once a month. Obviously that isn't how it works for everyone, but that seems to be fairly common from what I have seen and heard. In any case, it is worth it because you will see improvement if you stick with it. The appointments are usually pretty fast (with the exception of the first one). I am usually in and out in 5 minutes!

I can't answer about the spinal decompression, but I have been going to a chiropractor for the last 3 years for my disc issues (I now go only 1x month for a quick adjustment to help maintain my back).

My chiropractor works in conjunction with a massage therapist who worked the tissue in my back to help break up the chronic muscle spasms, and then would teach me strengthening exercises for my core to help alleviate the stress on my lower back.

Until I went to the chiro, my MD was managing it in much the same way as yours--medication, injections, PT, and did an x-ray. If I would have kept on with my MD's plan, I would have ended up getting an MRI, and possibly back surgery. I asked my MD for a referral to the chiropractor, and she only gave it to me after I insisted on not taking NSAIDs. Since I have been going to the chiropractor I haven't had to take medication for my back even once.

He has taught me ways of adjusting my posture, breathing, and how to coax the disc back into place if it does (which rarely occurs) comes out of place again.

No disrespect towards MDs (my hubby is one), but when it comes to disc problems, they just can't compare to a good chiropractor's abilities. My husband sends all his disc problem patients to the chiropractor that I go to.

Hope this helps!!

My husband has a fractured disc -- he herniated it years ago, but he had arthritis set in and it ended up fracturing. The fractured piece pokes out and hits a nerve that causes pain and numbness at the same time down his legs. He wants to avoid surgery at all costs! The risks (in his opinion) far outweigh the benefits. He swears by his chiropractor.

I've seen him literally hobble into the exam room at a 45 degree angle an walk out standing up straight.

My hubs is an extreme case... he's been dealing with back issues for 40 years and has done the facet shots, narcotic painkillers, etc. but he says nothing works for him like a good chiropractic adjustment.

It would be worth talking to one to see if they can help get rid of your pain. The chiropractor I saw in PA had a special table to help with herniated discs so if it’s not too bad you can get help without having to take pills forever. I have been going since I was 17 and I think if I didn't I would not be able to walk or lay down without pain. They are all different so find one the same way you would find a regular doctor (or ask for referrals from friends).

Yes I've seen a chiropractor regularly for years for my old herniated disc problem. It usually takes one adjustment now when it happens. And ice helps too!

I work for a chiropractor and medical doctor. Our clinics have the decompression traction stabilizer tables and they work very well. I have used our for carpal tunnel and have used it for my neck. There are many ways to treat disc issues. The name of our clinics is Allcare Medical Clinics and we have 2 locations. One in NRH and the other is located in FW off Camp Bowie and Bryant Irvin rd. If you would like to give us a call our FW ph # ###-###-#### and the NRH office # ###-###-####. Please let the person who you talk with know that S. K. referred you. We CAN help you!