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Herniated cervical disc n bulged lumbar disc. is chiropractor treatment or physiotherapy better? is traction n spinal manipulation the same?
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Neck pain: Chiropractor not recommended , physical therapy recommended , dangerous to have neck manipulation with neck disease.
Answered 6/13/2018
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Both ok: Physical therapy and chiropractic care are both good options for conservative care of lumbar disc problems. For cervical disc problems, i feel that pt is safer. Cervical traction may be very helpful. Check out spine-health.Com.
Answered 6/13/2018
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