A bone spur (osteophyte) is a tiny piece of bone (calcium deposit) that projects out from the bone, usually in persistently inflamed areas. Bone spurs commonly emerge on the spine and are known as spinal spurs; these typically occur near the facet joints and, over time, can narrow the space in the spinal column. Spinal spurs can pinch the nerve roots and cause numbness, weakness, pain in the legs or arms, and swelling in the surrounding tissue. If you are experiencing spinal spurs in Nitro, WV, Dr. Jay McClanahan with Dr. J Chiropractic & Wellness Center is an experienced and qualified chiropractor who can help address and alleviate painful symptoms resulting from spinal spurs.
Spinal spurs can affect the health of the back by causing friction between adjacent vertebrae, resulting in the bones grinding together and increased inflammation. Spinal spurs can lead to a compression of the nerve roots, spinal cord compression, degenerative disc disease, and stenosis, which is a narrowing of the spine. This may result in pain and numbness when standing or walking. Individuals with osteoarthritis are particularly at risk of developing spinal spurs - as degeneration causes the cartilage cushioning the ends of the bones to break down, the body attempts to compensate for the loss by growing more bone. Individuals can also develop bone spurs through aging, injuries, poor posture, poor nutrition, and genetic factors.
Chiropractic care can be an excellent modality for treating spinal spurs without invasive surgery. Individuals in Nitro, WV, should contact Dr. J Chiropractic & Wellness Center for comprehensive and quality care regarding bone spurs and other musculoskeletal system issues. Chiropractic treatments for spinal spurs can include chiropractic adjustments, also known as spinal manipulation. Chiropractic adjustments involve manual manipulation of the spine's vertebrae back into its natural, healthy state. Chiropractic adjustments can help improve joint flexibility, reduce inflammation, alleviate pain, and enhance range of motion. While this process will not reverse spinal degeneration, it can halt the progression.
Upon your first visit with Dr. J Chiropractic & Wellness Center in Nitro, Dr. McClanahan will conduct a comprehensive exam, including an analysis of symptoms, medical history, and lifestyle factors. In addition to adjustments and manipulation, Dr. McClanahan may recommend spinal decompression, a specialized therapy that uses a traction table to help move spinal spurs off compressed nerves. A personalized treatment plan may also include massage therapy and therapeutic exercises to help you regain mobility, flexibility, and strength in your back and core.
Dr. McClanahan has vast experience treating spinal spurs and injuries to the back and musculoskeletal system. Call Dr. J Chiropractic & Wellness Center to make an appointment today! (304) 776-1520.
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