subject: West Melbourne-palm Bay, Fl Chiropractor Helps Slipped Disc Pain Safely And Quickly [print this page] Americans lead a relatively sedentary lifestyle, especially all of those whose work is at a desk on a computer. This necessarily puts us at risk for ergonomic related back stresses. Add in the vacation which encourages the sand football game and you know you are going to need a West Melbourne-Palm Bay chiropractor to reset and reclaim the back.
The most common malady and cause for complaint in our lower back is commonly referred to as a slipped disc. This is a misnomer, however as the disc does not actually move out of line. Instead, as the disc ages and is abused with continuous poor lifting practices, it can swell and impinge on the spinal cord.
Anything that is affecting the spinal cord will negatively impact the ability of the central nervous system to function properly. In the case of the so-called slip disc and can result in sharp pain, tingling and numbness in your lower body, and even paralysis. Any serious back pain should be examined to ensure no further or permanent damage is done to the central system.
The difficulty with the amazing design of our back, permitting our tremendous flexibility and control is the many different ways we can hurt ourselves. The flexible disc between each of the vertebrae is a tough but malleable and can be injured nearly invisibly. If they begin to swell due to an impact tear or stress, there is a risk of the tissue contacting the spinal cord.
In addition anything that interferes with the central nervous system runs the risk of causing secondary problems throughout the body. The systems and parts the nervous system controls are numerous, wide reaching and result in our ability to maintain homeostasis. It is the basis upon which our well-being is manifest.
If you have taken the process of enjoying the fun in the sun just a little too far, there is help. A West Melbourne-Palm Bay chiropractor can explain in detail what has happened and make an adjustment to your backbone to get things back in proper shape. You can regain your vigor and be back to the beach in no time.
