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Things To Avoid With Degenerative Disc Disease

Oviedo Chiropractic

Here are some things to avoid with degenerative disc disease. However, for those living with degenerative disc disease, this process generally happens earlier—and causes more pain. If you’ve recently been diagnosed with disc degeneration, you’re probably wondering what to expect.

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New Year Same Spine

ChiroJunky

It is made up of 33 individual bones called vertebrae, which are separated into sections called the cervical (neck), thoracic, (midback), and lumbar (low back). Situated between the bony vertebrae are the disc that act of absorbers of the body. The spine is the weight-baring back one of the body.

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What Are the Common Types of Back Pain?

Fisher Chiropractic

Sometimes, it is a lifelong companion, and other times, the right exercise and adjustments can make all the difference. Physical therapy and targeted exercises can also do wonders for strengthening your back muscles and improving flexibility. Herniated Disc So, let's talk about the herniated disc.

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The 18 Most Popular Chiropractic Tools and Equipment

ChiroTouch

Activator Adjusting Tool The Activator adjusting tool uses a spring-loaded thrust to gently push targeted vertebrae or extremity joints back into proper alignment. Once identified, a mild percussive force is applied using the table-mounted Atlas Orthogonal percussion instrument, which helps reposition the atlas vertebra.

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Spinal Decompression Therapy

Smart Pain Solutions

We will discuss decompression tables and exercises that can be performed in-clinic and at home. Louis chiropractic offices in Bridgeton and Clayton use decompression to reduce pressure placed on the body’s joints, spinal nerves, discs, and surrounding vertebrae. If you would like to see that again, click on our FAQ.

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Chiropractor Care: What You Need to Know About Spinal Adjustments

Fisher Chiropractic

They use a variety of techniques to manipulate the joints and muscles of the body, including manual adjustments, traction, and exercises. Chiropractors also provide advice on lifestyle changes, such as diet and exercise, that can help to prevent or relieve pain. Sometimes, the vertebrae become misaligned.

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Spinal Decompression in Chiropractic Care: A Resource for Patients

GSPatients

Well, it’s a non-surgical and non-invasive treatment that aims to relieve pressure on the spinal discs and nerves. Imagine your spinal discs as little cushions between the bones of your spine (the vertebrae). Next on the list are the back pain bandits: degenerative disc disease and spinal arthritis.