Dr. Wayne Coghlan: Chiropractor

Dr. Wayne Coghlan: Chiropractor Lumbar Disc Injury Herniated Disc Bulging Disc Low Back Pain Sciatica There are several types of injuries and conditions that can cause "Low Back Pain." In this post, I will discuss lumbar disc injuries . What is a lumbar disc?  Lumbar disc and vertebra A lumbar disc is located between each vertebral bone. They are somewhat comparable to a jelly donut with an outer layer of dense fibrous gristle like tissue, and an inner core of soft gel like tissue. They help hold the vertebrae together and allow for flexibility in the spine.  When we are young, the disc is very flexible, strong and resilient.... consider a brand new rubber band or washer from a household faucet...and it takes a lot to injure it.  Degenerated and Bulging Disc As we age the disc material become stiffer, less hydrated, less resistant to wear and injury.... just as the old rubber band or washer becomes dry and brittle. The disc gradually becomes thinner and pus