Have you ever had neck pain that slowed you down and kept you from doing the things you love? If so, you’re not alone. Millions of people every year suffer from neck and arm pain caused by a disc herniation. The good news is that you don’t have to rely on medications, injections, or surgeries to get back your quality of life. New scientific research has actually shown HUGE improvements with natural, conservative health care. And, the more you know, the smarter you can be with your healthcare choices.

Why it Matters:

Our bodies are designed to heal. But sometimes they need a little help. Medications and injections tend to mask the problem and often have a lot of dangerous side effects. Well, you should be happy to know that chiropractic adjustments not only help provide fantastic pain relief, but they also help correct the underlying problem, helping you find long term relief.

                        at 2 weeks over 55% of people were significantly improved!

                       at 3 months over 75% of people were improved!

Next Steps:

Sitting at a desk, awkward sleeping positions, and just plain getting older can all contribute to neck pain and disc problems. Maintaining an active lifestyle by eating right, exercising, and getting periodic chiropractic care can help your body fend off these degenerative processes. Ask the doctor today about how they maintain a healthy lifestyle using chiropractic care. Learning how to stay happy and healthy, that’s what I call a smart decision.

Dr. Andy, your Burlington NC chiropractor, specializes in providing evidence-based, conservative care for our Alamance County desk workers, teachers, and Crossfit athletes. Schedule an appointment with him today via our website or call us at 336-270-3050.

Science Source:

Outcomes from Magnetic Resonance Imaging-Confirmed Symptomatic Cervical Disk Herniation Patients Treated with High-Velocity, Low-Amplitude Spinal Manipulative Therapy. Journal of Manipulative and Physiological Therapeutics. October 2013

Outcomes of Acute and Chronic Patients with MRI Confirmed Symptomatic Lumbar Disc Herniations Receiving High-Velocity, Low-Amplitude, Spinal Manipulative Therapy:A Prospective Observational Cohort Study with One Year Follow-Up.Journal of Manipulative and Physiological Therapeutics. Volume 37, Number 3. March/April 2014 Manipulation or Micro Discectomy for Sciatica? A Prospective Randomized Clinical Study. Journal of Manipulative and Physiological Therapeutics. Volume 33, Number 8. October 2010

Symptomatic MRI-Confirmed Lumbar Disk Herniation Patients: A Comparative Effectiveness Prospective Observational Study of 2 Age- and Sex-Matched Cohorts Treated with Either High-Velocity, Low Amplitude Spinal Manipulative Therapy or Imaging-Guided Lumbar Nerve Root Injections.  Journal of Manipulative and Physiological Therapeutics, 2013 May; 6(4):218-25