While disc herniation and nerve compression often occur together, they can also develop independently of one another. Disc herniation can cause a pinched nerve, but a pinched nerve won’t cause disc herniation, and nerve compression can also have several other causes. A pinched nerve in the back involves excessive pressure (compression) impacting the nerve’s function, and a herniated disc involves
Hip joint pain can develop for a number of reasons, and the first step to long-term pain relief is determining the underlying cause of the hip pain. From disc issues to scoliosis, the sciatic nerve can become irritated and painful for a number of reasons. Hip pain and sciatica are connected. The sciatic nerve starts in the lower back and
The spine has many moving parts that work together to facilitate its optimal strength and function, including its intervertebral discs and surrounding muscles. A healthy spine will have its natural curves in place, its discs will be healthy, and its surrounding muscles will be strong and balanced. Back pain can be caused by structural issues within the spine, nerve compression,
Scoliosis is a spinal condition, but its effects aren’t isolated to the spine; scoliosis can also affect the spine’s surrounding muscles, nerves, and the entire body. As a progressive condition, it’s important to understand that symptoms can increase over time. Scoliosis introduces a lot of uneven forces to the spine and body. Particularly common with thoracic scoliosis, a rib flare
Not all scoliosis patients will experience pain, but as a progressive condition, the severity and effects of scoliosis can change over time. The potential benefits of massage for scoliosis patients are limited to short-term pain relief, but when chiropractic adjustments are scoliosis-specific and combined with additional nonsurgical treatment modalities, long-term pain relief, through corrective results, may be within reach. For
Back pain is the main complaint bringing patients in to see a chiropractor. The type of chiropractic treatment, and its frequency, will depend on the issue and goal of care. For general back pain, general chiropractic care may help, but for spinal conditions like scoliosis, a scoliosis-specific chiropractor is necessary. Chiropractors are healthcare professionals who focus on diagnosing and treating
