Throughout our lives our bodies withstand a great deal of physical stress…falls, car accidents, improper lifting..etc.   These stresses can cause the cartilage located in between our spinal bones to bulge, protrude, herniate, tear, or even rupture.  Such disc conditions can cause compression of the surrounding nerves causing exacerbating pain.   Symptoms may include pain upon coughing, sneezing, straining of stool or side bending.  While these conditions are very serious and sometimes quite painful, they can still be treated effectively with Chiropractic care.