Disc Displacement Specialists
Disc Displacement Specialists
Disc displacement is a common cause of back and neck pain, often due to a bulging or herniated disc. If you’re experiencing symptoms of a bulging or herniated disc in Nashville or Franklin, TN, Elite’s board-certified surgeons can help. They specialize in using minimally invasive techniques to treat disc problems. Call or book online today.
Elite Sports Medicine + Orthopedics
There is no better place in the country to go for orthopedic care.
Why Choose Elite for Nashville Orthopedics?
Highly-Skilled Doctors
Our team is composed of highly skilled specialists with a wealth of experience in addressing a wide range of orthopedic conditions. Each doctor’s dedication and expertise ensure that patients receive the best possible care. We emphasize continuous professional development and advanced training to stay at the forefront of orthopedic advancements. This ongoing commitment allows us to manage even the most complex cases.
Trusted by Athletes and Celebrities
Our clinic serves renowned athletes and celebrities, but we prioritize delivering a VIP experience to every patient. With an esteemed reputation that attracts individuals from various backgrounds, including elite sports figures, we are committed to providing personalized, high-quality treatment regardless of fame. Our dedicated team ensures each patient feels valued, receiving exceptional care and attention tailored to their specific needs.
Best in the Country
Our orthopedic clinic is among the best in the country. We stand out due to our highly skilled team and beautiful facilities. Whether it’s routine care or specialized surgical procedures, our unwavering commitment to excellence ensures that you receive optimal outcomes and an unmatched patient experience. We take pride in setting the standard for exceptional orthopedic treatment and personalized care.
Proven Results
The track record of successful outcomes and satisfied patients at Elite speaks to the exceptional care you can expect. We measure our effectiveness through patient feedback and clinical results, consistently achieving high satisfaction rates. From the initial consultation through the recovery process, we provide comprehensive support, making each patient’s journey to wellness as smooth and effective as possible.
Cutting-Edge Technology
We leverage modernization in orthopedic technology and techniques, ensuring that we deliver the highest standard of care. Equipped with cutting-edge diagnostic and treatment tools, we achieve precise and effective interventions tailored to each patient’s needs. By embracing technological advancements, we are able to offer minimally invasive procedures that reduce recovery time and improve outcomes.
Accessible Orthopedics
With locations across Nashville, Franklin, and Brentwood, we focus on making orthopedic care convenient and accessible. Our strategically positioned clinics deliver high-quality orthopedic services right in your community. Understanding the significance of healthcare accessibility, we are dedicated to expanding our reach. Our facilities are designed to meet your needs with ease.
Frequently Asked Questions
Disc displacement is a problem that occurs when the shock absorbent pads between each of your vertebrae shift out of position. Typically, this is due to disc herniation.
A herniated disc is one where the center – a soft, jelly-like substance – bulges or protrudes through a weak spot in the disc’s outer casing. The displaced disc can irritate or compress nerves in your spinal canal that results in back pain, as well as sensations of tingling or prickling, “pins-and-needles,” weakness, and numbness.
If the disc displacement occurs in your neck (cervical spine), these symptoms affect your arms. If you have a bulging disc in your lower back (lumbar spine), you feel the effects in your legs.
Sciatica, a common cause of shooting leg pain, is often due to disc displacement that puts pressure on the sciatic nerve.
A bulging or herniated disc can happen due to trauma, for example, in auto accidents or falls from height. However, in most cases, the problem begins with a condition called degenerative disc disease.
The spongy discs in your spine have plenty of fluid in them when you’re young, but as you age, the moisture levels drop, and your discs get drier and flatter. To make matters worse, your body’s natural repair mechanisms don’t work as well when you get older, so there’s less healing activity or cell renewal in your discs.
This degeneration of your spinal discs makes the outer coating more likely to develop weak spots. Disc herniation occurs when the inside of the disc eventually squeezes through the weakened outer shell.
If you have a herniated disc, you may experience no symptoms or minimal symptoms. If you do experience symptoms, here are some signs of a slipped disc:
- You have pain- if your herniated disc is located in the lumbar spine (low back,) you may experience low back pain, pain in the butt, or leg pain. If the slipped disc is in the cervical spine (neck,) you may experience neck pain, arm pain, or shoulder pain.
- You experience weakness, tingling, or numbness – if you have a herniated disc, you may experience weakness, tingling, or numbness in the neck and back. These symptoms can also radiate to surrounding areas.
- Your pain intensifies – you may have a herniated disc if your pain worsens when doing activities that put pressure on the spine.
You might find that a combination of rest, anti-inflammatory medication, ice packs, and gentle exercise are all you need to relieve the symptoms of disc displacement.
Elite Sports Medicine + Orthopedics has highly skilled physical therapists who can guide you on the best ways to move. Epidural steroid injections might also be helpful.
When these measures aren’t successful in relieving your disc displacement symptoms, you may need to consider surgery. The expert spine surgeons at Elite Sports Medicine + Orthopedics are specialists in performing minimally invasive spine surgery to resolve disc displacement.
Procedures they perform include:
- ACDF (anterior cervical discectomy and fusion)
- ALIF (anterior lumbar interbody fusion)
- XLIF (extreme lateral interbody fusion)
- Microdiscectomy
- Artificial disc replacement
If you’re affected by bulging discs or herniated discs, find out how to get relief from your back pain and other symptoms by calling Elite Sports Medicine + Orthopedics or book an appointment online today.
