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Yes. Our team helps patients with back pain, neck pain, headaches, and stiffness using an exam-based approach and a care plan tailored to you.
Typically: history, exam, and a clear plan. If something needs medical imaging or referral, we’ll guide you.
DDD means “degenerative disc disease.” Most of the time it describes age-related change—not a sentence or a guarantee of pain.
A bulge is usually a broader shape change. A herniation typically means the inner disc material pushes farther through the outer ring.
Pain can come from inflammation, sensitivity, and position-dependent pressure that isn’t always obvious in one MRI posture.
Not necessarily. Many MRI terms are “shape words.” The most important question is whether your findings match your symptoms and exam.
Chiropractic care has a strong safety record when it’s appropriate and matched to the person. The plan should fit your history and exam findings.
Usually no. The “crack” is commonly a pressure change in a joint (similar to cracking knuckles), and it doesn’t automatically mean harm.
Cold laser (photobiomodulation) may help reduce pain sensitivity and support tissue healing in certain conditions when it’s the right fit.
Start with the most relevant guide, then book an assessment if symptoms are persistent, worsening, or affecting sleep, work, or walking.