Spinal Disc Disorders

Non-surgical treatment for disc herniation, bulging discs, and sciatica using the proven COX Technique.

Understanding Spinal Disc Disorders

Spinal disc disorders — including disc herniation, bulging discs, degenerative disc disease, and sciatica — are among the most common causes of back and neck pain. These conditions occur when the soft, gel-like discs between your vertebrae become damaged, displaced, or deteriorated.

At Miami Chiropractic, Dr. Esposito specializes in non-surgical treatment of spinal disc disorders using the COX Flexion/Distraction Technique — one of the most researched and proven methods in chiropractic care. This gentle, effective approach can often help patients avoid surgery while achieving lasting relief.

Many patients who have been told they need surgery find significant improvement through Dr. Esposito's conservative treatment approach. Before-and-after X-rays and MRI comparisons objectively demonstrate the progress achieved.

Types of Disc Disorders We Treat

Disc Herniation

When the soft inner material of a disc pushes through a tear in the outer layer, it can press on nearby nerves causing pain, numbness, and weakness. Dr. Esposito uses Cox Flexion/Distraction to gently reduce disc pressure and promote healing.

Bulging Discs

A bulging disc extends beyond its normal boundary but hasn't ruptured. While sometimes asymptomatic, bulging discs can cause significant pain when they compress nerves. Treatment focuses on reducing the bulge and relieving nerve pressure.

Sciatica

Sciatica refers to pain that radiates along the sciatic nerve — from the lower back through the hip and down the leg. Often caused by disc herniation or spinal stenosis, sciatica responds well to targeted chiropractic care.

Degenerative Disc Disease

As we age, spinal discs naturally lose hydration and flexibility. Degenerative disc disease can cause chronic pain and stiffness. Treatment focuses on maintaining mobility, reducing pain, and slowing further degeneration.

The COX Flexion/Distraction Technique

Dr. Esposito is certified in the COX Technique — one of the most extensively researched chiropractic methods for treating disc disorders.

Gently stretches and decompresses the spine

Reduces intradiscal pressure by up to 192mmHg

Widens the spinal canal by up to 28%

Increases disc height and restores proper spacing

Reduces pressure on spinal nerves

Promotes movement of nutrients into the disc

Non-force technique — gentle and comfortable

Backed by decades of clinical research

Symptoms That May Indicate a Disc Disorder

Sharp or burning back pain

Pain radiating down the leg

Numbness or tingling in extremities

Muscle weakness

Pain that worsens with sitting

Difficulty standing or walking

Pain when bending or twisting

Loss of bladder or bowel control (emergency)

Don't Let Disc Pain Control Your Life

Schedule a consultation to learn how non-surgical treatment can help you find lasting relief.

Request Appointment Call (305) 588-7646