Offices of Randy B. Wasoff, DC Burbank, California  91505 (818) 845-8500 randywasoff@sbcglobal.net DISC PROBLEMS Schedule a free consultation     sciatica   l  neck pain   l    back pain   l   headaches   l  disc problems   l    whiplash Spinal discs have a very poor blood supply and depend upon the circulation of joint fluids to bring in nutrients and expel waste. If a spinal joint loses its normal motion and this pumping action is impaired, the health of the disc deteriorates. This is how many disc problems begin. Because of the way each disc is attached to the vertebra above and below it, a disc cannot “slip” as commonly thought. However, trauma or injury to the spine can cause discs to bulge, herniate, or worse, rupture. This can be quite painful, putting pressure on the spinal cord and nerve roots, often interfering with their function. The Chiropractic approach to disc problems is to help restore better motion and position to the spinal joints with specific adjustments, that help decrease inflammation so the healing process can begin. Many patients have avoided needless surgery or a dependence on pain pills by choosing conservative chiropractic care. Disc Tear: The most common disc injury is a small crack or micro tear in the tough, outer cartilage material of the disc called annular fibers.  This allows the fluid to start leaking out, and the disc begins to wear thin.  Bulging Disc: The soft jelly like material in the middle of the disc pushes to one side, forward or backward, and swelling occurs.  The nucleus remains contained within the tough other fibers of the disc, but still can cause pressure and painful symptoms. Herniated Disc: The soft jelly like material from the nucleus in the middle of the disc ruptures through the tough, outer fibers and extends to the outer edge or beyond the normal limits of the disc. Prolapsed Disc: A piece of disc material separates away and becomes a fragment or a free-floating piece. Desiccated Disc: The disc loses its fluid content and degenerates to a rough, worn-down or worn-out appearance. This occurs as the bones begin to fuse to each other. To Post or Read Reviews of our Chiropractic Services, click on any link below: Yelp   l    Angie's List  |  CitySearch  |  justBurbank  |  Google Reviews  |  SuperPages Serving the communities of Glendale, Burbank, Toluca Lake, Sherman Oaks, North Hollywood, Studio City, Los Angeles and all communities in throughout the San Fernando Valley area.