Upper Cervical Chiropractor for Herniated Disc in New York

Almost 5% of those who suffer from back pain have a herniated disc, also often referred to as a slipped disc. While occasionally herniated discs cause no pain, often patients are in extreme discomfort. Our upper cervical chiropractor offers herniated disc treatment.

Even if you have tried other treatments for your herniated disc and been let down, we are here to help. We take a unique approach to treatment, with our world-class chiropractor specializing in the methods of the National Upper Cervical Chiropractic Association (NUCCA). The spinal correction method we use can bring relief to those who suffer from herniated discs.

A herniated disc is an issue with the discs between the spine. When the soft part of the disc slips between the hard part of the spine, you may experience symptoms such as:

• Pain in the lower leg or arm, which turns into a shooting pain if you sneeze, cough or shift into a certain position.
• Tingling or numbness radiating from the impacted nerves.
• Weakness in muscles served by the nerves.

You might stumble, have trouble holding things or feel a sharp, burning pain when you have a herniated disc.

Often herniated discs develop with age. You can also slip a disc when you make a particular motion, such as turning to lift something or twisting awkwardly.

NUCCA provides upper cervical care for herniated discs while recognizing the interconnectedness of our body. The technique focuses on adjusting the Atlas vertebra. Our chiropractor, Dr. George Gertner, knows that restoring nerve flow to the roots in the lower spine won’t work unless the Atlas and cervical spine are getting a normal nerve supply.

We successfully use NUCCA to treat a range of conditions, returning your body to the right balance. Our belief in holistic approaches emphasizes the wellness of the whole body, not just individual parts.