If you’re suffering from a slipped disc, let Dr. Peter Lazarnick (Dr. Pete) in Carrollton, GA provide a holistic treatment plan to help you get back to your life.
Causes and Effects of a Slipped Disc
The human body is designed to withstand a lot – movement, lifting, manual work, and more. When everything is intact and supported with adequate muscle strength, these tasks can be carried out without trouble. Unfortunately, not everyone’s body is in optimal shape, meaning that even the smallest of tasks can cause disc injuries.
A slipped disc – also referred to as a herniated disc – is a condition in which the disc spills out from between the joints, and it can cause several issues to occur. One problem is that the joint doesn’t have an adequate amount of cushioning, which allows the bones to rub together.
The disc may also compress nerves or muscles, causing tension, numbness, tingling, weakness, and more. In order to treat such issues – and prevent an ongoing issue – a holistic or whole-person treatment approach should be taken.
Holistic Treatment for a Slipped Disc in Carrollton, GA
Dr. Pete is a firm believer in treating the whole person and developing a treatment plan to suit the individual. To do so, he offers several treatment options for slipped discs, including those listed below.
- Spinal adjustments: Adjustments are effective at putting each spinal joint back in place, which helps pull the disc back in as well.
- Spinal decompression: Spinal decompression therapy utilizes a table to gently stretch the spine. As each vertebra is stretched out, it creates a vacuum that can suck the slipped disc back into place.
- Therapeutic exercise: In order to address the root cause of the slipped disc, you’ll need to strengthen your core and spine. Therapeutic exercises help stretch and strengthen weakened areas without causing further pain.
- Nutritional guidance: As your diet can either improve or negatively impact your spinal health, it’s essential that you make the best nutritional choices. Dr. Pete can help guide you through this process as well as any changes in daily habits that can promote a stronger spine.
Don’t let a slipped disc stop you from living your life to the fullest, or rely on medication and invasive forms of treatment. Instead, experience natural, holistic healing at the hands of Dr. Pete in Carrollton, GA by calling (770) 832-2226.