A bulging disc can cause a great deal of pain for so many sufferers to who experience it. Max Physiotherapy is pleased to offer treatment options to help address the symptoms that accompany a disc bulge.
A bulging disc is akin to letting air out of a tire. The disc begins to sag and looks like it is bulging outward. A bulging disk can push against the spinal cord and the roots of the nerves, leading to severe pain and mobility problems. Your spinal column consists of a series of bones that are stacked onto one another. Between each one lies a little pad called the intervertebral discs, which are made up of a tough outer ring and a soft gel-like centre. These discs act as cushions to the bones, so that the bones do not make contractions with each other as you move about your day. Weakness, injury and even age can cause the soft inner part of the disc to begin to show signs of wear and tear. Discs also dehydrate over time, causing the cartilage to stiffen. These changes can cause the outer layer of the disc to bulge out all the way around the circumference of the disc. protrude through the outer ring.
Treatment varies depending on the severity and location of the disk. Oftentimes physiotherapy will be recommended, along with at-home traction devices. Max Physiotherapy will do a thorough assessment of your particular situation and recommend a treatment plan to best alleviate your pain. We will always take a collaborative approach with the entire Max Physiotherapy team, with a commitment to helping you get back to pain-free living.
Max Physiotherapy is dedicated to helping you reach optimal health and wellness. If you have any questions about a bulging disc, or you are suffering from a bulging disc and would like to set up an appointment with one of our experienced team members, please call us at (403) 453-5000 and we will be happy to help.
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Max Physiotherapy 7171 80 Avenue NE,
Unit 329 Calgary, Alberta T3J 0P6
Providing Physiotherapy, Chiropractic, Massage Therapy and Acupuncture to NE Calgary and Surrounding Areas
