The Most Common Spinal Disc Problems

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Have you ever experienced back pain? Did you know it is one of the most common health complaints in the US? Each day about 31 million Americans report having back pain, and a lot of it comes from spinal disc issues.

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Surgery vs. Chiropractic: The Shocking Results

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Surgery is considered a last resort for the treatment of neck and back problems. The risks are significant, the costs are high, and the recovery is long and painful. If you haven’t found relief with physical therapy or medications for your back pain, you may think surgery is next on the list. However, new research has shown that Chiropractic care should be considered first, and the results may surprise you.

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Taking Control of Your Health: Slowing Down the Degenerative Process

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The dreaded degenerative disc disease. Well, it may not be so dreaded after all. You may be surprised to learn that degenerative disc disease is a part of the normal aging process. As we age, our discs lose some of their water content and become less flexible. This makes them appear darker on an MRI. And when they appear darker on MRI, you guessed it; they are labeled as degenerative.

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How to Keep Your Spinal Discs Healthy

Bottom Line: Spinal discs are the shock absorbers between the bones, or vertebrae, of your spine. The discs have a tough outer ring and a jelly-like center. Their job is to help us move, bend, and twist while absorbing the weight of gravity. But, over time, our spinal discs can become degenerative. Injuries, aging, and the effects of gravity all contribute to disc degeneration. The good news is that degenerative discs rarely cause pain unless they budge or herniate, placing pressure on the spinal nerves. So how can you slow down the degenerative process and keep your discs healthy? Keep reading…
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