A bulging disc can flare up for several reasons, repetitive bending, twisting, sitting too long, or even lifting something incorrectly. Sometimes stress or tension in…

It can, but only if you give your body the right conditions to heal. Discs don’t have a rich blood supply, so they depend on…

Healing the L4-L5 disc naturally can take 3 to 6 months, depending on the severity and your treatment plan. Chiropractic decompression, adjustments, and targeted exercises…

Doctors typically start with conservative treatments like physical therapy, chiropractic care, or medications to reduce inflammation. If the disc doesn’t improve, they may recommend an…

A bulging disc becomes an emergency when it starts causing severe nerve symptoms, like loss of bladder or bowel control, extreme leg weakness, or sharp…

A bulging disc isn’t automatically considered a disability, but in severe cases, it can limit mobility and make daily activities difficult. If the nerve pressure…

Some patients notice a temporary height increase of ½ to 1 inch after spinal decompression due to the discs rehydrating and expanding. This doesn’t mean…

No, surgery is almost never the first step for a bulging disc. In fact, most people improve dramatically with non-surgical treatments like chiropractic adjustments, decompression…

In the early stages of care, adjustments are usually spaced 2–3 days apart to keep your spine moving and retrain the surrounding muscles. As your…

A neurosurgeon focuses on relieving nerve pressure caused by a bulging or herniated disc. In severe cases where conservative care fails, they may perform a…