Bulging Discs

Welcome to PróMotion Physical Therapy – Your Solution for Bulging Discs

Understanding Bulging Discs: The spine’s vertebrae are cushioned by spongy discs with a jelly-like nucleus pulposus. When these discs degenerate or compress, a bulging disc may form, causing pain and reduced mobility.

Distinguishing Bulging and Herniated Discs: While both conditions impact the disc, they differ significantly. A bulging disc sags outward, creating tension on the outer walls. In contrast, a herniated disc involves a hole or tear, allowing the nucleus pulposus to leak into the spinal canal, putting pressure on nerves or the spinal cord.

Recognizing Symptoms: Classic signs of disc problems include back or leg pain, changes in standing posture, muscle spasms, tingling or numbness, sciatica, weakness in muscle groups, and loss of normal reflexes.

Understanding the Causes: Bulging discs result from increased stress or motion due to poor movement in surrounding areas (hips and upper spine). Factors include aging, physical activity, trauma, and poor posture.

Traditional Treatments: Medical options such as medication, steroid injections, and surgery address symptoms, but often fall short in addressing the root cause.

Nonmedical Rehabilitation Approach: At PróMotion Physical Therapy, we focus on regional interdependence, recognizing the interconnectedness of the body’s moving parts. This approach considers structural abnormalities, weakness, poor muscle control, and loss of motion in distant regions. Clinicians assess relevant relationships between regions to treat both symptoms and underlying causes.

Treatment Techniques

  • McKenzie Method: Targeted exercises concentrate symptoms to alleviate pain.
  • Full Body Movement Assessment: Identifying movement disorders to address stress in the injured area.
  • Hands-On Therapy With Movement: Improving motion in dysfunctional areas using hands-on techniques.
  • Deep Muscle Stimulation: Mechanical vibrations improve circulation, lymphatic flow, and tissue regeneration.
  • Functional Core Strengthening Exercises: Dynamic exercises in various positions prepare you to return to desired activities.