Slip Disc Treatment in Dwarka Uttam Nagar Janakpuri Vikaspuri

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Slip Disc Treatment in Dwarka Uttam Nagar Janakpuri Vikaspuri

Slip Disc Treatment in Dwarka Uttam Nagar Janakpuri Vikaspuri, Herniated disc(Slip Disc).

Herniated disc also known as a slip disc or disc bulging is an injury of an intervertebral disc in which the nucleus is displaced from intervertebral space resulting in compression of a nerve or spinal cord. It is one of the most common causes of back pain.

Stage of the herniated disc

Bulging – In this stage the symmetry of the nucleus pulposus changes.
Protrusion – In this stage, the nucleus pulposus bulges out without breaking the annulus fibrosus.
Extrusion – In this stage, the nucleus material emerges through the annulus fiber while the outer layer remains intact.
Sequestration – In this stage, the nucleus material emerges through the annulus fiber layer and spills out into the epidural space.

Symptoms

Moderate or severe pain (radiopathy pain)
Muscle spasm or atrophy
Weakness
Numbness or tingling

if you feel the above symptoms and you are searching Physiotherapist for Slip Disc Treatment in Dwarka Uttam Nagar Janakpuri Vikaspuri then Contact Dr. Nasir Physiotherapy & Rehabilitation (DNPR)

Causes

Herniated disc is an age-related condition caused by wear and tear of the intervertebral disc ( degeneration disc ). Apart from age certain other factors that can cause a herniated disc

Obesity
An occupation which involves prolonged sitting or lifting heavy objects
Frequently driving

Diagnosis

Cervical

Spurling test – In this test the patient turns his head to the affected side and the therapist extends the head backward and applies downward force the test is considered positive if the patient experiences pain.
Distraction test – In this test the patient lies in a supine position the therapist applies traction force if the pain diminishes the test is considered positive.
Shoulder abduction test – In this test the patient places his hand on top of his head if the pain diminishes the test is considered positive.

Lumbar

SLR test – In this test the patient lies in a supine position and raises his leg first the unaffected leg then the affected leg if the patient experiences pain then the test is considered positive.
Bowstring test – In this test the patient lies in a supine position and flexes his hip and knee joint the therapist presses the popliteal fossa if the patient experiences pain then the test is considered positive.
Prone knee bending – In this test the patient lies in a prone position and flexes his knee. The therapist holds the position at the end range of motion for 30 seconds. If the patient experiences pain (unilateral area) then the test is considered positive.

Treatment

Brace – help stabilize the back and core muscle, reduce pressure on spine
Electrotherapy

1. SWD – emits high-frequency electromagnetic energy to generate heat in the tissue which helps in reducing spasms, and pain and improves circulation.

2. Ultrasound – emits a high frequency of sound wave which helps in reducing spasm, and pain and increase the extensibility of connective tissue.

3. TENS – emits a low frequency of current which helps stimulate muscle and reduce pain.

4. Traction – help decompress the spine by creating space between joints.

5. Hot pack – helps increase circulation and reduce spasms.

6. Cryotherapy – help reduce spasm and inflammation.