Treating a Herniated Disk Can Be Made Easier
The spine is our lifeline. It is literally the leg on which the body stands. Our spine is made up of a series of vertebrae. Every one of those vertebrae has a function. The entire spine has three sections to it, the neck with 7 vertebrae, the thoracic spine made up of 12 separate vertebrae and then there is the lower back, which has five vertebrae. In every single movement of the human body the spine is the master of its movements. Whether you are bending, lifting, twisting, dancing, exercising, walking, sitting, or simply standing it is the fabulous spine that makes it all possible.
When damage is done to any of these discs more than likely the damage is permanent, and irreversible. When the muscles are imbalanced or if there is trauma it will cause pain eventually as the nerves break down. At this point, you will most likely need cervical herniated disc treatment or herniated disc neck treatment.
The spine is one of the most delicate parts of the human anatomy. Along with several vertebrae are a series of nerves that come together at the base of the spine to form what is called the sciatic nerve. When this nerve has been pinched it will cause pain to be afflicted down the back of the legs. There are very few treatments that can be applied to relieve this issue.
Back and neck pain is one of the most crippling experiences one can have. It truly is immobilizing and renders the victim helpless. This pain can cause us to literally miss out on all of our daily activities including work, exercising or moving around. In most cases of back pain simply resting, the application of an ice pack and a painkiller will likely do. However more serious back issues call for more intense treatments and therapies. Typically, a herniation disc is a direct result of growing older or degeneration. When there is inflammation there is pain. If you are experiencing any form of pain in the back area it is best to get that checked out by a professional. There are many herniated disc neck treatment options as well as many treatments for back pain caused by different types of spinal injuries. Finding the most qualified, yet sincerely dedicated professionals is not an easy task. However, here at the New York Dynamic Neuromuscular Rehabilitation center we stand firm in our commitment to help our patients regain their optimum health. At our facility we provide a cervical herniated disc treatment that includes one-on-one therapy. We are dedicated to helping our patients get back to their optimal health. We treat our patients with a combination of manual medicine, rehabilitation and physical therapy. This condition can also be treated with herniated disc laser treatment. Herniated disc laser treatment consists of using a laser therapy, whether it is cold laser therapy, laser disc decompression techniques or by using lasers to treat the pain on an outpatient basis.
We use ultrasonography as well as electromyography to diagnose our clients. Ultrasonography is one of the most noninvasive ways to be diagnosed. It is a look inside of the body past the skin; it uses the reflection of high frequency sound waves and shows an image of what’s inside. It can be used to see a baby’s abnormalities, and many other issues that need to be seen before a complete plan for recovery or treatment can be made. An electromyography is a way to measure the muscular activity by showing waves on a screen; it is electrical activity and is known as an EMG.
As a sufferer of back pain the first question you may ask yourself is: "What is the best treatment for a herniated disc?" Once your situation has been precisely diagnosed through a series of motor reflex evaluations, the first step would probably be to use a nonsurgical approach. This would consist of the use of injections, muscle relaxers and/or neuropathy medication for pain. Again, the best treatment for a herniated disc depends of course on the individual. There are cases when the pain outweighs the risks of having surgery to eliminate it. If a patient is indeed determined to avoid surgery nonsurgical herniated disc treatment does exists. Nonsurgical herniated disc treatment can consist of natural remedies to alleviate the pain such as simple bed rest while wearing a brace that holds the neck and spine in alignment.
A cervical herniated disc has its own very recognizable symptoms and very specific cervical herniated disc treatment options. When the cervical herniated disk is injured the pain is felt in the arm, it is felt along the pathway of the nerves as they travel down the arm. This can also cause tingling, numbness and weakness in the muscles. The areas that are affected are the triceps, the biceps and the deltoid muscles. We use spine force, force plate, wave vibration therapy and Alter-G treadmills. We are also the first outpatient facility in NYC to offer gait and motion analysis labs for our clients.
NY Dynamic Neuromuscular Rehabilitation has been in business for more than 15 years. We use the most advanced technology and examinations techniques that have been scientifically proven to help patients. Give us a call today to schedule your consultation.
