Disc Pain Treatment in Rhode Island
Suffering from sharp pain due to a disc issue? Our non-invasive treatments provide effective relief from disc pain without the need for surgery. Discover how our Rhode Island chiropractors can help you recover and feel your best again—schedule your consultation today!
Convenient Offices in: East Providence / Pawtucket / Providence / Central Falls
Disc pain can be incredibly debilitating, affecting your mobility and overall quality of life. At DeCrescenzo Chiropractic, we specialize in non-invasive treatments for disc-related pain. Whether you’re dealing with a herniated disc, degenerative disc disease, or bulging disc, our experienced chiropractors are here to help. We offer personalized care plans at our locations across Rhode Island, including East Providence, Pawtucket, Providence, and Central Falls.
What Causes Disc Pain?
The discs in your spine act as cushions between the vertebrae, absorbing shock and allowing for flexibility. When one of these discs becomes damaged—either through injury, degeneration, or overuse—it can cause significant pain and discomfort.
Common conditions that cause disc pain include:
- Herniated Discs: When the inner gel-like core of the disc pushes through the outer layer, it can compress nearby nerves, leading to pain.
- Bulging Discs: A bulging disc occurs when the disc protrudes beyond its normal boundaries but hasn’t ruptured.
- Degenerative Disc Disease: Over time, discs can wear down due to age, resulting in chronic pain.
Chiropractic Care for Disc Pain in Rhode Island
At DeCrescenzo Chiropractic, we provide non-surgical, drug-free treatments targeting disc pain’s root cause. Our personalized treatment plans address your unique needs, ensuring you receive the best care possible. We are committed to helping you recover and return to your daily activities pain-free.

Decompression
Decompression therapy is a non-surgical treatment option that can help relieve pressure on the spinal discs, a common source of disc pain. This technique involves gently stretching the spine, creating negative pressure within the discs. This negative pressure can help retract herniated disc material, alleviate pressure on nerves, and promote healing, ultimately reducing disc pain.

Class IV Hot Laser Therapy
Class IV Hot Laser Therapy is a non-invasive treatment option that uses high-intensity laser energy to stimulate healing and reduce inflammation in the affected area, which can be beneficial for those experiencing disc pain. The laser energy penetrates deep into the tissues, increasing blood circulation and promoting cellular regeneration. This can help reduce pain, numbness, and tingling associated with disc pain.

Shockwave Therapy
Shockwave therapy is an advanced treatment option that uses high-energy sound waves to stimulate healing and reduce pain caused by disc problems. The sound waves create microtrauma in the affected tissues, triggering the body's natural healing response. This can help break down scar tissue, reduce inflammation, and promote the growth of new blood vessels, leading to long-term pain relief from disc pain.

Electro Muscle Stimulation
Electro Muscle Stimulation (EMS) is a therapeutic technique that uses electrical impulses to stimulate muscle contractions. This can help strengthen the muscles supporting the spine, improving stability and reducing strain on the affected discs, which is often a factor in disc pain. EMS can also help improve blood circulation and reduce muscle spasms, further contributing to pain relief.
Symptoms of Disc Pain
Disc pain can vary depending on the location and severity of the damage.
Common symptoms include:
- Sharp or shooting pain in the back, neck, or legs
- Numbness or tingling in the extremities
- Muscle weakness or difficulty moving
- Pain that worsens with certain movements or positions
If you’re experiencing any of these symptoms, DeCrescenzo Chiropractic can provide a comprehensive evaluation and develop a personalized treatment plan to help you find relief.
Why Choose DeCrescenzo Chiropractic for Disc Pain Treatment?
With decades of experience treating disc-related conditions, DeCrescenzo Chiropractic is a trusted chiropractic care provider in Rhode Island. Our multidisciplinary approach combines spinal adjustments, decompression therapy, and advanced treatments like laser therapy to provide comprehensive care for disc pain. We are dedicated to helping our patients recover without surgery or medications.
Frequently Asked Questions About Disc Pain
While chiropractic care cannot “heal” a herniated disc, it can significantly reduce pain by alleviating pressure on the disc and promoting natural healing. Many patients find long-term relief through spinal adjustments and decompression therapy.
Recovery time varies depending on the severity of the disc injury, but most patients start to feel relief after a few sessions. Full recovery may take several weeks of consistent chiropractic care.
Yes, spinal decompression is a safe and non-invasive treatment for disc pain. It gently stretches the spine, creating space for the damaged disc to heal while reducing pressure on nearby nerves.
Contact Us for Disc Pain Treatment in Rhode Island
Don’t let disc pain limit your life any longer. At DeCrescenzo Chiropractic, we offer expert care for disc-related conditions at our locations in East Providence, Pawtucket, Providence, and Central Falls. Call us today to schedule your consultation and start your journey toward recovery and pain relief.

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Deborah Holden
So my story:
I had a bad car accident back in 2017 that fractured my left wrist, one of my ribs, my neck seized up and couldent move it to the left, and did something to my lower back where later on it went out where it was consistently going out of alignment. Think of you back as an upside down T, as the ( --- ) is the hips/waist and the ( | ) as the spine. My Spine is a (《 ) and my hips is ( / ), higher on one side then the other. This has caused excessive pain at some points. 8 years later I'm still going for monthly maintenance to keep everything in check. My neck can move after a few treatments and I still get the "rice crispy cereal popping sound" but I don't think that'll ever go away but it's jot as loud and I can move my neck. My lower back is the stubborn problem at this point.
They started doing the shockwave therapy maybe a few years ago at this point and I was a difficult patient to get to try it with all the adjustments and the money I was spending when my back would flare up and really be out of alignment and sometimes have 3 visits a week. I gave in and started the shockwave which made them so happy, and myself after. It was night an day difference. Now I know if I have a flairup that option is there. Due to how well the shockwave treatment works, I have not had many flairups because it works. It breaks down the swelling, inflammation, scar tissue, increases blood flow...etc. My muscles are not pulling my waist as tight in one direction anymore.
Now my most recent issue which one would think why the Chiropractor for this. I woke up the other week and couldent walk on my foot. Thought I stepped wrong at work and pulled a muscle. Over a few days it swelled and got worse. I ended up calling the office to get in for Shockwave knowing it helped my back before. I had, and have, Edema in my right foot, ankle, and calf. It was swollen. Like a balloon. They did the shock and Dr Chris told me to still see my primary which I did and found the reason for it and treating that as well. The Shockwave therapy REMOVED AND DRAINED THE EDEMA!!!! It's not a one time fix due to the cause of the Edema but just had another treatment and still a few more to go. The progress is amazing. I'll upload the before and after pic and you can determine yourself. It's just WOW!
Like i said, I love the treatment, the staff, and I'll continue to come here because if it wasn't for them, I'd be falling apart more then I am now. They keep me tuned up.
(Sorry the after pic of my un swollen foot doesn't show much of the ankle)
You’re not just another appointment on their schedule—they make you feel seen, heard, and cared for. After experiencing the level of care here, I can confidently say I will never go to another chiropractic office again. This team has set the bar incredibly high, and I’m so grateful to have found them.