Low Back Treatment with Coventry Chiropractors and Coventry Physiotherapists, view our 3D animated models for various Back Pain, injuries and conditions such as (1) Sciatica, (2) Degenerative disc, (3) Herniated disc, (4) Facet Joints, (5) Scoliosis, (6) Kyphosis and Posture, (7) Back Neck and Pain Decompression, (they can be found under the listing ”Types of Pain” in our “Back Pain” Section).
For the management of Back Pain, here at Central Chiropractic and Physiotherapy Clinic we use the latest Low Level Lasers which accelerate the recovery and healing process, leading to a significant reduction in pain inflammation. A 5 star rating has been awarded to Low Level Laser Therapy, our laser section can be found listed under ”Pain Relief”, please also view our ”Low level Laser Testimonial Video”.
A herniated nucleus pulposus also known as Prolapsed or slipped disc along the spinal cord. The condition occurs when all or part of the soft centre of a spinal disc is forced through a weakened part of the disc.
Alternative Names
Lumbar radiculopathy; cervical radiculopathy; Herniated intervertebral disc; Prolapsed intervisk; Slipped disc; Ruptured disc.
The vertebrae (bones) of the spinal column run down the back, connecting the skull to the pelvis. These Vertabrae protect nerves that travel from the brain down the back and to all other parts of the body. The spinal vertebrae are separated by discs, and consist of a soft gelatinous substance, which provide cushioning to the spinal column. These discs may herniate, (burst) or rupture from trauma or strain.
The spinal column is divided into several segments, they are the cervical spine (the neck), the thoracic spine which is located at the back behind the chest, the lumbar spine or lower back, and sacral spine, is the part connected to the pelvis.
Most herniation takes place in the lower back; this is the lumbar area of the spine. Lumbar disc herniation occurs much more often than cervical or neck disc herniation, and it is one of the most common causes of lower back pain. The cervical discs are more likely to be affected than the upper to middle back discs, (thoracic area.)
Prolapsed disc or disc herniation occurs more frequently in men than women, especially those involved in strenuous physical activity. Other risk factors include any congenital conditions that affect the size of the lumbar spinal canal.
For further in depth information on back pain, sciatica, lower back pain. Please go to top left corner under “Pain” or “Conditions“
