For many years, chiropractic has been able to save people from spinal surgery. There are reports of an MRI or other imaging device revealing a disc herniation or protrusion in the neck or low back which was reduced or completely reabsorbed under chiropractic care. Had they not sought out chiropractic, many of these individuals undoubtedly would have had surgery. In one study, 27 patients documented with disc herniation were given chiropractic care. Post-care MRI revealed that 63% of the patients had a reduced or completely reabsorbed disc herniation and 78% returned to work.
According to one research study, most lumbar disc herniations improve over time with or without medical treatment. Disc herniations and annular tears may not be symptomatic and are shown to exist in patients without any symptoms. In another study of 517 Patients with a protruded lumbar disc, 76.8% had satisfactory results under chiropractic.
Now you might be asking yourself, "Is surgery ever needed?". Surgery is sometimes necessary, but it is an extreme form of healthcare and it has many dangers. Many times, spinal surgery fails and must be repeated. It should only be considered after more natural, less invasive methods have been given a fair chance.
Chiropractic has been a blessing to many sufferers of spine and disc problems, yet chiropractic is not limited to back and disc problems; it is for your entire body. Many times patients visiting their chiropractor for a back or neck problem have been pleasantly surprised at the holistic or whole-body effect of chiropractic. Why wait until a disc becomes “hot” before exploring chiropractic care?
Chiropractic care can help prevent your spine from deterioration and herniation. Chiropractors have even helped people relieve the pain and frustration of failed back surgery and even prevent future operations. Please, before your problem gets worse, have a simple chiropractic spinal checkup. You get your eyes, teeth, and blood pressure checked, why not your spine? If you are currently suffering from back pain or any other condition, call today to schedule an appointment with one of our doctors at Alliance Chiropractic! Let us work with you to help restore your best health!