Herniated Disc Pain Relief
Call 608-338-0617
East Clinic - 4602 South Biltmore Lane, Suite 100, Madison
West Clinic - 1111 Deming Way, Suite 201, Madison
Call 608-338-0617
East Clinic - 4602 South Biltmore Lane, Suite 100, Madison
West Clinic - 1111 Deming Way, Suite 201, Madison
A disc herniation is an injury to the cushioning and connective tissue between vertebrae, usually caused by excessive strain, repetitive stress, degeneration, or trauma to the spine. A herniated disc may cause back pain, neck pain, sciatica, numbness, tingling, weakness, or radiating pain into the arms or legs.
Most herniated discs occur in the lower back, although they can also occur in the neck. Where the pain is felt depends on the location of the herniation and which spinal nerve is affected. In many cases, a herniated or bulging disc causes pain more strongly on one side of the body.
The pain caused by a herniated or bulging disc is often the result of pressure or irritation affecting a nearby nerve in the spine.
If the herniated disc is in the lower back, pain may be felt in the low back, buttocks, thigh, calf, or foot. If the herniated disc is in the neck, pain may be felt in the neck, shoulder, arm, or hand. Pain is often described as sharp, burning, shooting, or radiating.
Herniated discs may also cause numbness, tingling, or weakness in the body part served by the compressed or irritated nerve. These symptoms can make it difficult to walk, sit, stand, work, sleep, lift, or complete normal daily activities.
A bulging disc is a condition in which the outer layers of the annulus fibrosus remain mostly intact but extend outward when the disc is under pressure. A disc herniation is often a further development of a disc protrusion, where the inner disc material pushes through a weakened or damaged outer layer.
Both bulging discs and herniated discs can irritate nearby nerves and contribute to back pain, neck pain, sciatica, cervical radiculopathy, numbness, tingling, and weakness.
Midwest Spine & Nerve Center has developed a spinal rehabilitation program for conditions of the lumbar spine and cervical spine, with a focus on chronic and severe disc-related cases. The program may include non-surgical spinal decompression therapy designed to help reduce pressure inside damaged discs and take pressure off irritated nerves.
Ancillary care may include braces, nutrition, home care, orthotics, E-stim, physiotherapy, chiropractic care, and spinal rehabilitation. The goal is to create a personalized treatment plan that supports pain relief, mobility, improved function, and long-term spine health.
If you are experiencing recurrent back pain or neck pain and believe you may have a herniated or bulging disc, or if you have already been diagnosed and are looking for a non-surgical treatment option, contact Midwest Spine & Nerve Center for a consultation.
A herniated disc occurs when the inner material of a spinal disc pushes through the outer layer of the disc. This can irritate nearby nerves and cause back pain, neck pain, sciatica, numbness, tingling, or weakness.
A bulging disc occurs when the outer portion of the disc extends outward while remaining mostly intact. A herniated disc occurs when the inner disc material pushes through the damaged outer layer.
Many herniated and bulging disc conditions may be treated with conservative, non-surgical therapies such as spinal decompression, chiropractic care, physiotherapy, and rehabilitation. A consultation is needed to determine whether care is appropriate.
Yes. Midwest Spine & Nerve Center provides non-surgical care for herniated discs, bulging discs, sciatica, pinched nerves, and disc-related back or neck pain at two Madison locations.
Herniated Disc? We can help!
The doctors and staff at Midwest Spine & Nerve Center are excited to help you improve your health and return to an active lifestyle. Please enter your information below.
"I have had lower back pain for years due in part to a fall which caused a partial bulged disc. I also have MS and had relegated myself to being in constant pain. I was using two major pain meds on a constant basis. Midwest Spine & Nerve Center was my last attempt to find relief. Since experiencing the procedures I have completely gone off of the pain meds, improved my balance and an overall improvement in activity. I would highly recommend and endorse the treatment."
- Richard A. Hill Point
"I was diagnosed with a herniated disc in my neck from a fall, which left me with tremendous pain in my neck, shoulder, and down my left arm, and into my hand. I hopped on the internet and found Midwest Spine & Nerve Center in Madison. I was skeptical that they could repair discs with non-invasive procedures, I thankfully can say I was wrong. It was not too many sessions in that I knew these guys were really on to something. I couldn’t believe the gains I was making through the use of their equipment. I walked out of that place pain free and had full use again of my arm. This is a first class center, and I can’t recommend it enough to anyone who suffers from neck and back pain."
- Dan P. - Madison
An intervertebral disc lies between adjacent vertebrae in the vertebral column. Each disc forms a fibrocartilaginous joint to allow slight movement of the vertebrae and function as a shock absorber for the spine.
A bulging disc is a condition in which the outer layers of the annulus fibrosus of the intervertebral disc remain intact but bulge outward when one or more discs are under pressure.
When a tear in the outer fibrous ring of an intervertebral disc allows the soft, jellylike center to bulge beyond the damaged outer rings, the disc is said to be herniated.
The American College of Physicians strongly advises against the use of opioids to relieve back pain.
Two Convenient Madison Locations:
East Clinic - 4602 South Biltmore Lane, Suite 100, Madison
West Clinic - 1111 Deming Way, Suite 201, Madison
©2026 Midwest Spine and Nerve Center. All Rights Reserved. | Legal Notes | Privacy Policy