Chiropractic Medicine for a Bulging Disc

A bulging disc occurs when the gel-like inner portion of a disc begins to leak out between vertebrae. This painful condition may be treated with chiropractic medicine, which relies on manual techniques to treat the problem. Treatments take place over time and vary depending on the severity of the injury.

Diagnosis

• In order to treat a bulging disc using chiropractic medicine, a chiropractor first confirms the type of disc injury and conducts tests to determine whether any neurological complications may require different treatment.

Schedule

• Chiropractic treatment of a bulging disc requires multiple visits over a span of time that varies depending on the severity of the injury. Patients should not expect one or two quick treatments.

Evaluation

• Chiropractic treatment of a bulging disc is most effective when the practitioner evaluates the patient's condition throughout the treatment process and makes adjustments as necessary.

Flexion Distraction Technique

• This treatment uses a special table that allows the chiropractor to isolate the affected area and gently manipulate the bulging disc over a series of gentle treatments.

Pelvic Blocking Techniques

• For treatment of a bulging disc using pelvic blocking techniques, a chiropractor places wedges under the pelvis. Using manual treatments, the practitioner over time separates the disc from the nerve and allows the back to heal.