Degenerative Therapy

Chiropractic manipulation is a non-invasive degeneration therapy commonly used to treat degenerative disc disease (DDD), in which the intervertebral discs wear out over time. Fortunately, Dr. Chuck Turkowski of Simply Chiropractic in Colorado Springs, CO, can assist in treating DDD by improving spinal motion, relieving inflammation, and strengthening joint mechanics. 

Below we will discuss some of the end goals of your treatment.

Degenerative Therapy Reduces Inflammation

Degenerative disc disease, most prevalent among older adults, occurs when your spinal discs deteriorate due to age-related changes. As a result, they lose flexibility and hydration over time, decreasing their capacity for cushioning your spine correctly.

Degenerating discs in your spine can compress the spinal cord and nerves, leading to back or neck pain that may vary in intensity when you bend or twist.

Degenerative therapy, a manual technique chiropractors use, involves gentle spine movements that manipulate joints. These treatments form part of our overall treatment plan for patients suffering from degenerative disc disease.

Relieve Pressure on the Nerves

Chiropractic treatment can help to relieve pressure on nerves and make you more comfortable. It involves adjusting your spine with gentle techniques to correct herniated discs and realign your vertebrae.

Some of the gentler techniques your chiropractor may employ include instrument-aided adjustments and flexion-distraction. This helps to correct herniated discs without using thrusting motions.

Regular adjustments for your spine utilizing degeneration therapy in Colorado Springs, CO, help maintain its alignment, prevent further disc damage, and keep your body functioning at its optimal performance.

Increase Range of Motion

Dr. Turkowski uses manual joint stretching and resistance techniques to promote the healing of discs and bones affected by degenerative disc disease.

Chiropractic manipulation can help to increase the range of motion by restoring proper mobility to joints that may have become restricted or abnormally positioned. Chiropractors are trained to identify these areas and use gentle thrusting techniques for maximum joint range of motion.

Spinal adjustments are often combined with therapeutic massages and trigger point therapy to relax muscle fibers and reduce pain.

Relieve Pressure on the Discs

Dr. Turkowski also uses spinal manipulation to relieve pressure on your discs, providing pain relief, improved mobility, and strengthening the core muscles supporting your back. These methods are natural, non-drug-induced, and often effective at treating degenerative disc disease.

However, before receiving spinal manipulation, Dr. Turkowski will review your medical history, conduct a physical exam and use lab tests to assess if treatment suits you. This helps guarantee that no underlying health issues, such as osteoporosis or spinal cord compression, could put you at risk.

Call Simply Chiropractic at (720) 400-6337 to schedule your degeneration therapy appointment with Dr. Turkowski in Colorado Springs, CO.