Disc Pain

3d rendered medically accurate illustration of painful intervertebral discs

Back Pain
Neck Pain
Scoliosis
Sciatica

Symptoms, Causes, Treatments

Discs are the spacers between your spine, and they act as shock absorbers. When one of your discs becomes damaged, you can experience discomfort and pain in your back.

There are different types of damage that can occur to the discs.

  • Herniation - Also known as a slipped disc, is when the disc protrudes from the spine and causes pain and discomfort.
  • Degeneration - This occurs when a disc is literally wasting away and dying.

    • Whenever a disc is damaged, it can cause pain to shoot down the arms and hands, and it can cause the pain to travel down the legs and possibly into the feet. Disc injuries can also cause numbness or tingling, which can be even worse than pain, as you are now losing the ability to feel.

    An untreated slipped disc can lead to permanent nerve damage. A slipped disc can cut off nerve impulses to your lower back and legs. If this occurs, you may lose bowel or bladder control. While the symptoms of a slipped disc may improve, they can also worsen. Don’t wait for the damage to become permanent, talk to one of our specialists today.

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Patient Discoveries

  • Daniel M.
    I am so thankful to have found Discover Optimal Healthcare, The rarety in this business is just outstanding! I wish they started a chain, how unique is it to have an integrated office. From all there welcoming, polite, educated staff they back everything they do up, I have been going there for only a short amount of time and already have seen much improvement. I am so grateful. Thank you all at Discover you truly care and it shows.
    Daniel M.
  • Devon M.
    All of the staff at Discover Optimal Health are friendly, knowledgeable, and kind. They remember your name each time you arrive and create a customized plan for each patient. Highly recommend!
    Devon M.
  • Mara P.
    I truly had an exceptional experience at this practice. The staff is very professional, skilled and friendly! My back already feels better in just one visit!
    Mara P.
  • Matthew T.
    Great healing environment. Always upbeat and super friendly staff. Thanks, Dr. Jason for all that you do.
    Matthew T.
  • Sean C.
    This team of professionals always gets the job done! I have never had a bad experience in the 15 years I've been coming to Dr. Jason.
    Sean C.
  • Kelly M.
    Best place ever!!!! The staff so helpful and energetic and always smiling!! Go above and beyond to make you feel better
    Kelly M.
  • Lauren G.
    I have been suffering for a very long time with back pain and with just one visit I already feel better! The staff is very friendly and helpful! Can’t wait to go back!
    Lauren G.
  • Jennifer D.
    Excellent team. Everyone works together to help you get the best care. And they are all very sweet. Always willing to go above and beyond and listen to their patients. If they don’t have the answer, they will do their best to get it. Highly recommend.
    Jennifer D.
  • Brian T.
    Dr. Jason and his team are the absolute best at what they do. I've been going to Discover Optimal Healthcare for more than 15 years now and they are the reason I'm able to do what I do day in and day out. For someone who suffers from chronic back pain, it would be impossible for me to be where I am today without their continued care and guidance. I'm forever grateful for all they've done and continue to do.
    Brian T.
  • Mary E.
    Discover Optimal Healthcare is by far, the best healthcare experience that I've ever had. There's rarely any waiting for services. Your appointments are actually when they're scheduled! Everyone knows your name when you walk in. The office is super friendly and doesn't feel like an institution. The care is phenomenal! I'm so grateful to the doctors and staff for getting me the help I need to be pain-free! #beyondgrateful #discoveroptimalcare
    Mary E.

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