Search Results: Degenerative Disc Disease
What is degenerative disc disease? There is normal aging in the protective discs that cushion the spine. And then there is degenerative disc disease. Most people will experience some normal age-related wear and tear to their spinal discs. Others will go on to develop degenerative disc disease. The painfully debilitating condition will require ongoing treatment.…
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Due to aging or disease, discs separating spinal vertebrae deteriorate, lose fluid content and inhibit your ability to engage your spine without stiffness or pain. Degenerative disc disease (DDD) also narrows nerve openings along the spine, increasing pressure on sensitive nerves and worsening pain. Consequently, discs can’t adequately absorb shocks when you walk, jog or…
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Bottom Line: One of the most important health discoveries of the past 20 years has been that the immune system and inflammatory process are involved in nearly every mental and physical health problem we encounter today. It’s safe to say that chronic inflammation is a leading cause of chronic disease. Why it Matters: Chronic inflammation…
Read MoreChiropractor Herniated Disc Therapy Franklin & Brentwood TN For Numbness, Tingling, or Burning Back and Neck Pain Relieve your lower back pain without prescription medications Crist Chiropractic, your source for quality chiropractic care in the Cool Springs area of Franklin, TN. At our practice, led by Dr. Jason Crist, we specialize in the treatment of…
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Degenerative Joint Disease Successfully treating back pain begins with an accurate diagnosis for developing the most effective treatment plan possible. By investigating your medical history, analyzing symptoms and applying advanced chiropractic techniques for correctly assessing and treating back pain, Dr. Crist will determine whether you are suffering from degenerative joint disease (osteoarthritis). Dr. Crist frequently…
Read MoreBack Pain Chiropractic Treatment to End Your Back Pain & Lower Back Pain in Franklin, TN Relieve your back pain without prescription medications Those with back pain may be suffering from numerous conditions, and with all the pressure we put on our backs, it’s not a surprise. In fact, experts estimate that as many as…
Read MoreConditions We Treat Better Sleep Reduced Stress Increased Energy At Crist Chiropractic, we know that finding comfort and balance is your priority; however, we believe in finding safe, effective ways to fix the injury and deliver lasting results. Educating our patients on proper movement and posture, as well as providing nutritional guidance, are just a…
Read MoreShoulder Pain Chiropractic Treatment to End Your Shoulder Pain in Franklin, TN The shoulder is made up of joints, tendons, and muscles that allow it to provide a significant range of motion. Most people use their shoulders dozens, even hundreds, of times a day. From putting on our clothes to scratching our heads to working…
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More than 80% of North Americans report back and neck pain. That’s a pretty significant number of people in constant pain; stiffness, discomfort and disability may linger on long after the original injury is healed. Most back and neck pain can be traced to the discs within the spine with herniations, bulges, and degeneration most…
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In a world of do-it-yourself videos, many people prefer to take a shortcut or an easy way out. There are no safe shortcuts when you are dealing with your health. And in the case of a spinal injury, if you don’t seek professional guidance, you risk making your injury worse. People may buy an inversion…
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