Disc bulge Treatment

Are you experiencing low back or neck pain that worsens when bending forward or looking down? Do you feel pain radiating into your leg or arm, or experience numbness and tingling? Does sitting, lifting, sneezing, or coughing make it worse? You might have a disc bulge.

A disc bulge, also called a herniated or slipped disc, happens when a spinal disc moves out of position. These discs cushion your spine and allow flexibility. When they bulge, they can press on nearby nerves, causing pain, numbness, tingling, or weakness. Most commonly, disc bulges occur in the lower back, with symptoms extending into the legs. They can also affect the neck, with symptoms in the arms, or less frequently, the mid-back.

Why do disc bulges occur?

Disc bulges can happen for many reasons, often influenced by:

• Aging
• Physical trauma
• Repetitive strain
• Poor posture
• Genetics

Treating disc bulges at Live Well Health Centre

At Live Well Health Centre, we offer treatments to alleviate pain and improve spinal health. Your first consultation will include a detailed medical history and assessment. We’ll explore factors contributing to your pain, such as lifting, work, or specific movements. Your osteopath will clarify where and how the pain feels—whether sharp or aching—and how different activities affect it.

Treatment takes a holistic approach, often beginning with soft tissue massage in the affected areas like the low back, glutes, neck, and shoulders. Your osteopath will use joint mobilisations, stretches, and other osteopathic techniques to restore movement and function. Taping may also be used to support the area during healing.

Early-stage management is crucial. Your osteopath will guide you on pain management, activity modification, and what to expect as you recover.

You’ll also receive specific exercises to improve mobility, reduce pain, and build strength. This may include core strength and stability work to target the root cause of your injury. Your rehab program, delivered via Physitrack, will include video demonstrations and direct communication with your practitioner.