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A bulging disc happens when the supportive gel-filling between the spinal vertebrae begins to slip out of place. If left untreated it can lead to a herniated disc. It can heal on its own, however, not being careful could accidentally worsen the condition/injury. This is why chiropractic treatment is recommended to heal the injury safely and properly. Treatment usually involves stretching and exercises for the individual to do at home. Knowing which exercises and stretches are safe and how to do them correctly can relieve pain, encouraging the disc to slip back in place naturally. Here are some exercises and stretches approved by a chiropractor.
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When pressed out of its normal position the result can be the spine shifting to an awkward angle. This affects posture and can damage the surrounding nerves and joints. If left untreated, it could cause:
Avoid Exercises that are strenuous that involve excessive motions, like:
This stretch will move the upper vertebrae without causing further injury to the bulging disc. To do a chin tuck:
Stability ball exercises and stretches are a great way to reduce a bulging disc. It allows for movement but prevents generating spinal pressure. One exercise requires carefully bouncing up and down. To do this:
This simple motion increases blood flow around the spine bringing healing nutrients to the affected area.
Shoulder-blade squeezes are great for releasing tension throughout the upper back. This calms the tight muscles that help heal a herniated or bulging disc faster. To perform:
This stretch works to extend the spine. It creates space between the vertebrae assisting by helping the bulging disc back to its proper position.
This could indicate that the stretch is being done wrong or the bulging disc is irritated.
Isometric exercises focus on a specific set of muscles. The isometric holds will help heal the neck muscles. This will help prevent them from pressing on the nerves and shifting the bulging disc further out of place and will relieve the pressure around the head and upper neck. It will stretch the neck muscles and increase blood flow.
While these exercises and stretches are helpful and beneficial, keep in mind not to overdo them. If there is any pain when moving stop the exercise/stretch. Try to be as consistent with the exercises and stretches as possible. This will help the body heal properly and safely.
One of the best treatment options for anything spine-related is chiropractic. It works to heal the neck bulging disc and can help generate more flexibility throughout the body. The types of adjustments will depend on how severe the condition is. In most cases, the flexion-distraction technique is used. The chiropractor pushes their hands in specific areas massaging and manipulating the discs back into the proper position and form. This also reduces inflammation relieving the pain.
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BMJ. 2017 Advances in the diagnosis and management of neck pain. Available at: pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28807894/
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Open Orthop J. 2016. A Qualitative Description of Chronic Neck Pain has Implications for Outcome Assessment and Classification. Available at: www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5301418/
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The information herein on "Neck Bulging Disc/s Chiropractic Exercises and Stretches" is not intended to replace a one-on-one relationship with a qualified health care professional or licensed physician and is not medical advice. We encourage you to make healthcare decisions based on your research and partnership with a qualified healthcare professional.
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Our information scope is limited to Chiropractic, musculoskeletal, physical medicines, wellness, contributing etiological viscerosomatic disturbances within clinical presentations, associated somatovisceral reflex clinical dynamics, subluxation complexes, sensitive health issues, and/or functional medicine articles, topics, and discussions.
We provide and present clinical collaboration with specialists from various disciplines. Each specialist is governed by their professional scope of practice and their jurisdiction of licensure. We use functional health & wellness protocols to treat and support care for the injuries or disorders of the musculoskeletal system.
Our videos, posts, topics, subjects, and insights cover clinical matters, issues, and topics that relate to and directly or indirectly support our clinical scope of practice.*
Our office has reasonably attempted to provide supportive citations and has identified the relevant research study or studies supporting our posts. We provide copies of supporting research studies available to regulatory boards and the public upon request.
We understand that we cover matters that require an additional explanation of how it may assist in a particular care plan or treatment protocol; therefore, to further discuss the subject matter above, please feel free to ask Dr. Alex Jimenez, DC, or contact us at 915-850-0900.
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