Dealing with a Disc Injury in Lincoln?

Disc injuries are serious and often painful conditions that require prompt attention and a well-structured treatment plan. Whether you’ve already been diagnosed with a herniated or bulging disc—or you’re simply dealing with back pain that won’t go away—Heiss Chiropractic in Lincoln is here to help you understand the cause and find relief through gentle, effective chiropractic care.

Your spine is made up of a series of interlocking bones called vertebrae, with intervertebral discs in between. These discs have a soft, gel-like center and a tougher outer shell. They function like shock absorbers, allowing your spine to bend, twist, and carry weight while keeping your vertebrae from grinding against one another.

When one of these discs is injured—either from trauma, improper lifting, or repetitive strain—it can:

• Bulge or protrude outward (protruding disc)

• Tear and leak the inner gel (herniated disc)

• Completely rupture, with the gel breaking away from the disc (disc extrusion)

These injuries can affect mobility, cause local pain, and often irritate nearby nerves—sending pain, numbness, or weakness into other areas of the body.

Depending on the location and severity of the injury, symptoms may include:

• Neck or lower back pain

• Pain radiating into the arms, legs, or feet

• Numbness or tingling sensations

• Muscle weakness in the legs or feet

• Reduced mobility or flexibility

• Sciatica (pain running from the lower back down one or both legs)

• In rare cases, loss of bladder or bowel control (seek emergency care)

If left untreated, disc injuries can worsen over time—potentially leading to permanent nerve damage or long-term chronic pain.

At Heiss Chiropractic, we provide a non-invasive, natural approach to treating disc injuries. Our process starts with a thorough consultation and examination to pinpoint the source of your pain. From there, Dr. Heiss will create a personalized treatment plan that focuses on realigning the spine, reducing nerve pressure, and restoring proper function.

Chiropractic treatment for disc injuries may include:

• Gentle spinal adjustments

• Flexion-distraction techniques

• Postural correction and lifestyle guidance

• Targeted exercises to support spine health

By restoring proper spinal alignment, chiropractic care can relieve pressure on the affected disc and surrounding nerves, offering both immediate relief and long-term recovery.

If you’re suffering from back pain, sciatica, or symptoms of a possible disc injury, don’t wait until it worsens. Chiropractic care offers a safe and proven path to healing—without surgery or drugs.

Contact Heiss Chiropractic in Lincoln, NE today to schedule your consultation and take the first step toward recovery.