Slipped Disc

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A slipped disc can cause significant pain for the thousands of sufferers who experience it. Elevate Chiropractic is pleased to offer treatment options to help address the back pain and other symptoms that accompany a slipped disc. Regardless of whether your pain is mild or severe, it is essential to attend to as soon as possible so that it does not progress into more permanent damage. Call Elevate Chiropractic today, so we can help you on the road to recovery.

Slipped Disc | Elevate Chiropractic | Chiropractic & Wellness Clinic | SW Calgary
Slipped Disc | Elevate Chiropractic | Chiropractic & Wellness Clinic | SW Calgary

What is a Slipped Disc?

Slipped Disc | Elevate Chiropractic | Chiropractic & Wellness Clinic | SW Calgary

It occurs when the outer ring of your disc becomes torn or weak and allows the inner portion to slip out.

Your spinal column consists of a series of bones (vertebrae) stacked onto each other. Between your vertebrae, lie little pads called the intervertebral discs, made up of a tough outer ring and soft gel-like centre. These act as cushions, so that the bones do not make contact with each other as you go about your day moving around, walking, lifting, twisting and bending over. Weakness or injury, or even age, can cause the soft inner portion of the disc to protrude through the outer ring. This is known as a slipped, herniated, or prolapsed disc.

Causes of a Slipped Disc

Slipped Disc | Elevate Chiropractic | Chiropractic & Wellness Clinic | SW Calgary
  • Age: As you age, your discs begin to lose some of their protective water content, increasing your risk for a slipped disc.
  • Certain repetitive motion
  • Turning or twisting to lift an object
  • Lifting a very heavy, large object
  • Those who are overweight are at a higher risk for a slipped disc due to the fact that their discs must support more weight
  • Sedentary lifestyles and weak muscles may contribute to the development of a slipped disc
Slipped Disc | Elevate Chiropractic | Chiropractic & Wellness Clinic | SW Calgary
Slipped Disc | Elevate Chiropractic | Chiropractic & Wellness Clinic | SW Calgary

Symptoms and Signs of a Slipped Disc

Slipped Disc | Elevate Chiropractic | Chiropractic & Wellness Clinic | SW Calgary
  • Neck pain
  • Back pain
  • Weak legs or feet
  • Legs or foot pain, numbness, and tingling (also known as sciatica)
  • Loss of bladder or bowel control

Elevate Chiropractic is committed to meeting the health and wellness needs of every member of your family and being a part of your journey on the road to optimal health. If you are suffering from a slipped disc, have any questions about a slipped disc, or you would like to set up an appointment,
call Elevate Chiropractic at (403) 701-1488 and we would be happy to help.

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