Buffalo Chiropractic Treats Disc Herniation & Radicular Pain After Auto Injury
Radicular problems is a concern that occurs when something fails with the nerve roots in the vertebrae and Buffalo Family Chiropractic Wellness, P. C. treats a lot of people from the Buffalo area that are dealing with this. These nerves send messages from your brain to the rest of your body and when they’re injured it can lead to pain, numbness, tingling and other problems. Radicular pain can be especially unmanageable to your life, making it difficult to do even the simplest tasks.
There are several probable causes of radicular issues, that include herniated discs, spinal stenosis and spondylolisthesis. Herniated discs are a regular cause of radicular pain and take place when the soft inner tissue of the disc protrudes out through a break in the outer casing. This puts pressure on the nearby nerve roots and cause problems. Spinal stenosis is a condition that takes place when the spaces within your back bone become tapered, which can also lead to pressure on the nerve roots. Spondylolisthesis is a condition in which one vertebra slips out of place and onto the bone beneath it, which can also create pressure on the nerve roots.
Radicular pain can be caused by an injury like a car accident or can happen from aging and degeneration. As we age, our discs and vertebrae have reduced flexibility and that can result in nerve pain.
Chiropractic Adjustments and How it Can Help
Chiropractors are skilled to diagnose and treat conditions that affect the spinal column and nervous system. Buffalo Family Chiropractic Wellness, P. C. in Buffalo uses a variety of techniques including adjustments, manipulation and massage to help lighten pain and build up function. If you have sustained radicular pain, don’t hesitate to contact our office at (716) 854-1563 for an appointment.
Reference
Plener J, Ammendolia C, Hogg-Johnson S. Nonoperative management of degenerative cervical radiculopathy: protocol of a systematic review. J Can Chiropr Assoc. 2022 Apr;66(1):74-84. PMID: 35655692; PMCID: PMC9103640.
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Dr. Henneberger
Dr. Henneberger was born and raised in Western New York. She graduated from St. Mary’s High School in Lancaster. Kathleen then pursued and obtained a Bachelors of Science degree in Biology at D’Youville College in Buffalo where she also received her Doctorate in Chiropractic.