Conditions We Treat
Herniated disc treatment in Muleshoe, TX
A herniated disc can turn simple things — bending over, getting out of the truck, picking up a grandkid — into a wince. The good news: most herniated discs can be treated without surgery. Our DRX 9000 spinal decompression is built to take the pressure off that disc and help it heal naturally.
The Basics
Understanding herniated disc
Think of a spinal disc like a jelly donut: a tough outer ring with a soft gel center. A herniated disc happens when that soft center pushes through a crack in the outer ring. When the bulge presses on a nearby nerve, you get pain, numbness, or weakness, often radiating into an arm or a leg.
Herniated discs are most common in the lower back and neck, and they're one of the leading causes of sciatica and stubborn back pain in working adults.
What causes it
Discs herniate from a mix of wear and tear and strain: years of heavy lifting, repetitive bending and twisting, long hours seated, poor lifting technique, or a single forceful injury. As discs lose water content with age, they become more prone to cracking and herniating, which is why these injuries are so common in farm, oilfield, and labor-heavy work.
How We Treat It
Non-surgical relief with the DRX 9000
The DRX 9000 is designed for exactly this problem. It gently and precisely stretches the spine to create negative pressure inside the injured disc, which helps draw the herniated material back inward and pulls in oxygen, water, and nutrients so the disc can repair itself. Unlike a basic traction table, it bypasses the muscle-guarding reflex to reach the specific disc causing your pain.
We combine decompression with chiropractic care tailored to your spine. For many patients, this conservative approach relieves the pain and helps them avoid the cost, risk, and recovery of surgery.
An honest note on candidacy: Most herniated discs respond well to conservative care, but a small number need other treatment. We'll examine you, review imaging, and be upfront about whether decompression is the right path for your particular disc.
Herniated Disc Questions
Frequently asked questions
Can a herniated disc heal without surgery?
In many cases, yes. Most herniated discs improve with conservative care, and non-surgical spinal decompression is designed to help that process along by relieving pressure on the disc. Surgery is usually a last resort, not a first step.
How do I know if my back pain is a herniated disc?
Radiating pain, numbness, or tingling into an arm or leg is a common sign, but only an exam and imaging can confirm it. At your $57 first visit we'll assess your spine and, if needed, take digital X-rays to see what's going on.
Will the herniation come back after treatment?
Decompression helps the disc heal, and we'll also coach you on movement and habits to protect your back going forward. Following that guidance gives you the best shot at lasting relief.
Related Conditions
Often connected to herniated disc
Ready for relief from herniated disc?
Book your $57 new-patient visit and get an honest, expert answer about what's causing your pain and how we can help.
Office Hours
- Mon – Thu8AM–12PM, 2PM–6PM
- Fri – SunClosed
1106 W American Blvd, Muleshoe, TX 79347
Same-day new-patient consultations available