At Relief Plus, we help patients in Lafayette, Louisiana find relief from herniated discs and the pain, stiffness, and nerve symptoms that often come with them. We serve patients from Lafayette, Carencro, Opelousas, and surrounding areas with chiropractic care, physical therapy, and advanced treatment options tailored to the source of the problem.
A herniated disc can affect more than just the back. Many patients experience pain that travels into the arm or leg, along with numbness, tingling, or weakness. Whether your symptoms came on suddenly or have been building over time, our goal is to identify what is contributing to the irritation and create a treatment plan that helps you move better and feel better.
Schedule an Appointment View All ServicesThe discs in your spine act as cushions between the bones. A herniated disc occurs when part of the disc bulges or pushes outward, sometimes irritating nearby nerves. This can create local pain in the neck or low back, as well as symptoms that travel into the arms or legs depending on the level involved.
Not every disc issue causes severe symptoms, and not every bulging disc is painful. What matters most is how the disc is affecting surrounding structures, including nerves, joints, and movement patterns.
Pain in the low back or neck that may worsen with movement, sitting, or certain positions.
Pain that travels into the arm or leg, often following a nerve pathway.
Sensations such as pins and needles or reduced feeling in the arm, hand, leg, or foot.
Some patients notice decreased strength or control in the affected area.
Disc issues can develop from a single event such as lifting or twisting, but they are often the result of repeated stress over time. Sitting for long periods, poor posture, repetitive bending, heavy lifting, and general wear can all contribute to disc irritation.
In many cases, the disc is only part of the picture. Joint restriction, muscle tension, poor movement mechanics, and surrounding tissue stress often play a role in how symptoms develop and persist.
At Relief Plus, treatment is based on your symptoms, exam findings, and how the disc issue is affecting your movement and function. Depending on your condition, your treatment plan may include:
The goal is to reduce irritation, improve movement, and help the body recover without unnecessary stress on the affected area.
We evaluate how your spine is moving and functioning, not just what an image shows.
Chiropractic care, physical therapy, and medical services are available under one roof.
Your plan is based on your pain pattern, movement, and daily demands.
We proudly serve patients from Lafayette, Carencro, Opelousas, and nearby areas.
No. Many patients improve with conservative care focused on reducing irritation and improving movement.
Yes. When a disc irritates a nerve, symptoms can travel into the arm or leg depending on the level involved.
If you have persistent pain, numbness, tingling, or weakness, it is a good idea to be evaluated.
Yes. We regularly treat patients from Carencro, Opelousas, and surrounding communities.
Relief Plus
Shawn D. Johnston, D.C.
Jeanne Saucier, PT
Ashton Reed, MD
112 Arabian Drive
Lafayette, LA
If you are looking for herniated disc treatment in Lafayette, LA or nearby areas, Relief Plus is here to help you reduce pain and improve function.
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