Disc herniation is a medical condition which affects the spine. It occurs when there is a tear in the outer ring of an 
intervertebral disc. The crack leads the central portion to bulge out beyond the damaged outer rings. Disc herniation can result from lifting heavy objects using the back muscles as opposed to using the legs and the thigh muscles. Trauma caused by a fall or blow can also lead to a herniated disc. The symptoms of a herniated disc depend on the particular level of the spine where the disc herniation has taken place and also whether or not the nerve tissue has been irritated or not. A herniated disc rarely causes any pain or discomfort to the patient. However, pain occurs when a slight amount of pressure is applied to the nerve roots or the spinal cord. A herniated disc is one of the most common causes of neck, back, leg pain and even neck ache to some people. Treatments for a herniated disc vary depending on the severity of the symptoms. The treatments include; muscle relaxant medications, local injections, surgical operations and physical therapy.
Taking part in simple exercises such as walking, yoga and physical therapy have been proven to be very beneficial for those patients suffering from back pain. Here at New Beginning Physical Therapy, we understand how frustrating disc herniation can be to our patients. That is why we offer the best physical therapists at to treat our patients. We offer exceptional services at very affordable charges making it the most preferred stop. Physical therapy at New Beginning Physical Therapy not only does it provide education to the patients on how to condition their bodies so as to avoid further injury, but it also offers immediate pain relief to all our patients.
Physical therapists in Palm Desert, CA provide a variety of techniques to the patients such as passive treatments which include treatments such as deep tissue massage hot/cold therapies, exercise as well as hydrotherapy so as to ensure effective treatment. Our physical therapists at New Beginning Physical Therapy implement a program individually for each patient that begins with passive treatments for the first weeks since the body is in pain but then progresses to active treatments as soon as the body starts to heal. The role of active treatments is to strengthen the body and prevent further illness from occurring. Active treatments carry out the function of improving the flexibility, joint movement as well as the core stability. It also aids in strengthening of the muscles.
A physical therapist in Palm Desert, CA teaches each patient self-care principles to enable them to learn and understand the most efficient and best ways to treat their symptoms when they occur in the future.
The goal of the physical therapy at New Beginning Physical Therapy is to help all our patients develop the knowledge and the means to lead a normal lifestyle. In conclusion, a herniated disc can only be prevented by avoiding any injury whatsoever to the spine.