Conditions

Disc Herniations

Disc Herniations

Disc bulges and herniations are relatively common in our population and most people from adolescence through adulthood are prone to having them. Disc Herniations occurs when cushion between the spinal vertebra is pushed outside its normal position, due to rupture or less elasticity of the spinal disc or when there is a bulge in the cartilage from the jelly that gets to the outer layers of the spine. If this is left untreated, it will lead to what we call a herniation. Persons with disc bulge experience tingling and numbing sensation because the discs can directly put pressure on the spinal cord or the nerve roots where they exit from the spine. And if pressure is not reduced, permanent nerve damage can result.

  • At 77 years of age, having lived a very active life as an architect and property developer, I was told by my neurologists and orthopedic surgeon that my chronic lower back and leg pains (bulging disc) complicated by my imbalance and incontinence at this point could only be treated with surgery and/or heavy pain medications. Neither were acceptable options to me. My daughter had heard through the media that spinal decompression was accomplishing outstanding success in treating these problems.

    A new hope was born when I met with Dr. Peter Huynh and he reviewed my MRI. He assured me this non-invasive treatment could be of significant help to me. I now stand taller, my balance has improved, I have more energy and he was able to correct my posture and gait. Now, as I leave 8 weeks of inspirational treatment by a most talented and considerate doctor and friend, I’m going home to finish the leaf raking, and home maintenance that have been neglected for years.

    Thank you Dr. Peter for giving my life back to me.

    - Phil Brown