Is chiropractic therapy also recommended for herniated discs?
June 4, 2022 | 30,00 EUR | answered by Jonas Czakaj
Dear Doctor,
my name is Sandra Schröder and I have been suffering from severe back pain for some time now. Recently, I was diagnosed with a herniated disc, which is causing me great discomfort. I have already tried various treatment methods, but my condition has not significantly improved so far.
I am concerned about my health and wonder if chiropractic therapy could be a suitable treatment method for my herniated disc. I have heard that chiropractic therapy can help with back pain, but I am unsure if it is also advisable for a herniated disc.
Could you please provide me with more information on whether chiropractic therapy is effective for herniated discs and if it could possibly provide relief for my symptoms? Are there any risks or contraindications that I should be aware of?
I would greatly appreciate your professional assessment and recommendations to help alleviate my pain and improve my quality of life. Thank you in advance for your assistance.
Sincerely,
Sandra Schröder
Dear Mrs. Schröder,
Thank you for your inquiry and your trust in my expertise as a chiropractor. I am sorry to hear that you are suffering from severe back pain due to a herniated disc. It is understandable that you are concerned about your health and are looking for suitable treatment methods.
Chiropractic, also known as manual medicine, is a treatment method that focuses on the diagnosis and treatment of functional disorders of the musculoskeletal system. The goal of chiropractic is to improve the function of joints, muscles, and nerves through targeted manipulations and mobilization techniques, thereby alleviating pain.
Chiropractic can be a suitable treatment method for a herniated disc to alleviate symptoms. Targeted manipulation techniques can improve the mobility of the spine, which in turn can help reduce pressure on the affected disc and alleviate pain.
However, it is important to note that chiropractic is not suitable for every patient. There are certain risks and contraindications that need to be considered. For example, chiropractic should not be used in cases of acute inflammation, fractures, tumors, or certain spinal conditions.
Therefore, it is advisable to first undergo a thorough examination by a chiropractor to determine if chiropractic is suitable for you. Your chiropractor will decide based on your individual situation and health condition whether chiropractic is a suitable treatment method for you.
It is also important to consider other treatment options in consultation with your treating physician and consider multidisciplinary treatment if necessary to treat your symptoms holistically.
I hope that my information has been helpful to you and has provided insight into the potential effectiveness of chiropractic for herniated discs. Please do not hesitate to contact me for further questions or for a personal consultation.
Sincerely,
Jonas Czakaj
