Chiropractic treatment for herniated discs
and slipped discs
Choose chiropractic treatment for your herniated disc or slipped disc if you want to make lasting improvements for your lower back. Here’s what you can expect at Solar Chiropractic:
- Thorough attention to the root cause of your herniated disc
- Enhanced recovery for your lower back and leg pain
- Feel stronger and regain your freedom
“I’m grateful for the expert and kind help with my herniated disc and sciatica. Daniel is very experienced, knowledgeable, and kind. The treatment allowed my body to recover.”
What is a herniated disc in the lower back?
A herniated disc occurs when the soft inner gel of a spinal disc pushes out through its outer layer. The discs between your vertebrae provide support, flexibility, and stability for your spine. When the gel leaks out, it can put pressure on nearby nerves, leading to pain in your lower back, buttock, leg, or foot.
Herniated discs most often occur in the lower back, which is designed to be strong and stable. That’s why people often refer to it as a lumbar hernia, herniated disc in the lower back or spinal hernia.
What is an acute herniated disc?
An acute herniated disc happens suddenly, often after what’s described as a wrong movement, twist, or lift. The disc material suddenly bulges outward, triggering sharp pain. While the pain appears immediately, the herniation itself almost always develops due to an underlying imbalance or weakness that’s been building up over time. Previous injuries, stress, or long-term strain can weaken your spine and set the stage for an acute episode.
What is a chronic herniated disc?
A chronic herniated disc is one that has been present for a longer period of time. It often develops from ongoing back problems or uneven pressure on the spine. Over time, this imbalance can cause a disc in the lower back to bulge or rupture and cause a spinal hernia.
What is a prolapsed disc?
A prolapsed disc is a type of spinal disc injury that occurs when the soft inner material of the disc pushes out through a weakened outer layer. It’s very similar to a herniated disc, many people use the terms interchangeably. The difference is with a prolapsed disc, the inner material bulges outward but remains partly contained, while with a herniated disc, it may break through completely and press more directly on nearby nerves. Both can cause pain, numbness, or weakness, depending on where in the spine they occur.
Is it a herniated disc or sciatica?
The terms herniated disc and sciatica are often used interchangeably, but they’re not the same. A herniated disc refers to the disc itself bulging out and pressing on a nerve. This pressure can cause pain and other symptoms. When that pressure affects the sciatic nerve, which is the longest peripheral nerve in your body, it’s called sciatica. So, a herniated disc can cause sciatica, but sciatica can also have other underlying causes
Causes of a herniated disc
The exact cause of a herniated disc isn’t always clear. However, certain risk factors such as heavy physical work, chronic stress, smoking, or spending long hours sitting can increase the likelihood of developing one.
Neglected lower back pain can also contribute to a herniated disc. When discomfort in your lower back isn’t addressed, your body naturally adapts by shifting posture to protect the area. Over time, this uneven pressure can build up in your lower spine, eventually leading to irritation, tension, and sometimes a herniated disc.
Herniated disc symptoms
A herniated disc often occurs in the lower back, but that’s not always where you’ll feel the symptoms. The disc puts pressure or tension on nearby nerves, which run through your buttock and down your leg. Many people with a herniated disc experience radiating pain from the lower back into the leg or foot, as well as tingling, numbness, weakness, or pins and needles in one leg. These symptoms are sometimes accompanied by stiffness or limited movement in the lower back.
Herniated disc symptoms such as radiating pain, tingling or numbness in the foot
With a herniated disc, the pain doesn’t always show up where the problem actually is. The pressure on the nerve causes pain to travel along its path, often into the buttock, leg, or foot. These disc symptoms usually occur on one side of the body only. That’s why you might feel pain, tingling, or weakness in one leg while the other feels completely fine. A tingling or numb foot is also a common sign of nerve pressure caused by a herniated disc.
Our chiropractic treatment for herniated discs and slipped discs in the lower back
Before we begin treatment for a herniated disc or a slipped disc, we first look at what underlying factors may be contributing. This starts with a thorough assessment, including posture analysis, reflex, strength, and sensory testing. Once we understand what’s influencing the herniated disc in your lower back, we can create a care plan that best supports your recovery. Our goal is not just to relieve pain short-term, but to address the deeper cause so your body can heal fully and naturally.
During the treatment of your herniated disc or slipped disc, we use specific chiropractic techniques that are safe and gentle for herniated discs. Through precise adjustments, we help restore proper function to your spine and nervous system. As your posture improves and your body regains strength, pressure on your lower back begins to ease. This allows your herniated disc to heal and reduces the chance of future flare-ups.
The results of chiropractic treatment: more than just hernia pain relief
Even if the herniated disc itself remains, your body can heal and function normally again. The goal of our care is to help balance your body so you no longer feel discomfort. We do this by strengthening and stabilising your entire spine and reducing pressure on the nerves. This will give you lasting relief for your hernia pain.
But the benefits go far beyond that. As your spine and nervous system return to balance, communication between your brain and body improves. This allows your body to heal and regulate itself more effectively. You’ll often notice positive changes not just in your lower back, but for your entire wellbeing. Chiropractic care helps you sleep better, gain more energy, and a renewed sense of vitality
When should you see a chiropractor for a herniated disc?
It’s always a good idea to see a chiropractor if you have a herniated disc. Many people are told to simply wait for the pain to pass, but even if the pain fades, the underlying issue often remains. That can make you more prone to future flare-ups, spinal degeneration or other health problems. Pain is your body’s way of asking for attention, and it’s always important to listen.
How chiropractic care helps with a herniated disc
Chiropractic care helps your body recover naturally from a herniated disc. Through gentle, precise adjustments, your spine and nervous system begin to move back into balance. As tension releases, pressure on the nerves eases and your body can finally start to heal. Over time, you’ll notice less pain, more strength, and greater ease in movement. When your body functions as it’s designed to, the chances of future herniated disc issues become much smaller.
Should you see a physiotherapist or a chiropractor for a herniated disc?
If you have a herniated disc, you can choose between physiotherapy or chiropractic care, but how do you know which is right for you? A physiotherapist focuses mainly on the muscles, joints, and movement patterns around the affected area. You’ll usually receive exercises designed to improve strength, flexibility, and stability.
A chiropractor, on the other hand, looks beyond the muscles and joints to also address the function of your spine and nervous system as a whole, and what might be the deeper cause behind your herniated disc. By restoring proper communication between your spine and nervous system, your body becomes better able to heal and stay balanced. This not only helps resolve your current herniated disc but also helps prevent future issues. Chiropractic care strengthens your overall health and helps you function as the best version of yourself.
Book your appointment today and start healing from your herniated disc
Ready to leave your herniated disc symptoms behind and take charge of your health again? Schedule your first visit with the experienced chiropractors at Solar Chiropractic today.
Chiropractic care does more than help your herniated disc. It helps your whole body function in harmony, restoring balance, energy, and vitality from within.
Frequently asked questions
Yes, you don’t need an official diagnosis to receive chiropractic care for your herniated disc symptoms.
Yes, we also provide chiropractic care for herniated discs in the cervical spine (neck).
Yes, chiropractic care offers a natural alternative to medication or surgery, giving your body the chance to heal itself. With the right support, the human body is capable of incredible things. By restoring balance in your spine and nervous system, pain from a herniated disc can fade and your overall health can improve. Chiropractic care is an essential part of taking great care of yourself and living life to the fullest.
Yes, chiropractic care is highly effective for people with a herniated disc. Rather than simply masking the pain, we focus on improving the alignment and movement of your spine so that pressure on the affected disc and nerves can naturally decrease. Through gentle, specific adjustments, we help restore normal function to your spine and nervous system. This allows your body to heal and stabilise from within. Many people notice that their pain eases, their posture improves, and they can move more freely again, often with renewed confidence and energy.
No, you don’t need a referral. You can book an appointment directly at Solar Chiropractic without a referral.
Most insurers reimburse chiropractic care under complementary or alternative care in the extras insurance package (aanvullende verzekering). Check your policy to see what your coverage includes, or click here to view the coverage of your insurance company.
You can find the current fees for chiropractic care on our fees page. There, you can also check what your health insurer reimburses.
During your first appointment, we take the time to understand your health concerns and create a personalised care plan. This initial visit usually lasts around 30-45 minutes. Once we know what your body needs, the follow-up visits are shorter and more focused. You’ll first have a moment to relax on the table before the chiropractor begins the adjustments. These adjustments give your body exactly what it needs to support the self-healing process. So even though each session only lasts at most about 10 minutes, the healing process continues long after you leave the practice.
Yes, chiropractic care is very safe when performed by a qualified chiropractor. At Solar, every adjustment is delivered with precision, presence, and respect for your body’s natural rhythms. We don’t force or manipulate, we work with your body to help it find balance again. Research shows that chiropractic care is among the safest forms of healthcare available, and is far safer than common medications like ibuprofen. Our approach is gentle, specific, and focused on restoring proper function to your spine and nervous system. Most people experience chiropractic as deeply relaxing and even restorative, a way to reconnect with their body and support its innate capacity to heal and thrive.
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About Solar Chiropractic
Our mission is simple: to help you live life to the fullest with more freedom and energy. Through gentle chiropractic adjustments, we restore the natural balance of your spine and nervous system, so your brain and body can communicate clearly again. As this connection is restored, your body heals from within, growing stronger and more resilient. You rediscover your vitality, joy, and the ability to thrive every day.
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What to expect
Your first visit
We’ll take the time to get to know you and explore how we can best support your health and healing. This comprehensive consultation includes a holistic health questionnaire, physical examination, posture scans, and a personal conversation about your health goals. If we determine that we can help you, you’ll receive a gentle chiropractic adjustment tailored to your body’s needs.
Intensive phase
In this stage, we focus on restoring balance in your spine and nervous system through precise, effective adjustments. The sessions are short yet powerful. Repetition is key as it helps teach your brain new, healthier neurological patterns. During this phase, we usually see you twice per week.
Stabilisation phase
Your body begins to adapt to its new balance. Muscles, discs, ligaments, and connective tissues get the chance to heal and strengthen. This will help prevent your body from slipping back into old, protective patterns. To support this process, adjustments are usually scheduled once per week.
Wellness care
We continue to support your health for as long as you feel it is best serving you. Just like eating well, moving your body, and giving yourself time to rest, regular chiropractic care is an important part of a healthy lifestyle. Together, we’ll decide the rhythm that works best for you and your goals.
Even more insurers reimburse chiropractic care through their supplementary insurance. Want to know what your insurer covers? Check your insurer’s coverage.
Almost all Dutch health insurers reimburse chiropractic care
With the right additional insurance (aanvullende verzekering), you can be reimbursed for chiropractic treatments. No referral is needed.
Why Solar Chiropractic is the best chiropractor in Amsterdam
With our vitalistic approach to chiropractic, we go beyond temporary pain relief. We focus on your whole health, helping you move freely, feel energised, and live with greater resilience and joy. Discover what makes Solar Chiropractic the best chiropractor in Amsterdam.
Root-cause healing
We don’t just mask symptoms. We address the underlying issues to create real, lasting change
Feel fitter than ever
By empowering your body to heal itself, you’ll feel the difference in every part of your life
Personalised care plan
With a tailored approach, we work step by step toward your unique health goals
Trusted by our community
Our clients value our unique approach, rewarding us with a 9.6-star rating
Genuine care & connection
Our experienced chiropractors are dedicated to your health, vitality, and well-being
Evening & weekend appointments
We offer evening and Saturday visits, so care fits easily into your life
Solar Chiropractic: proven results that last
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Amsterdam loves our chiropractic practice
“I’ve had headaches my whole life and occasional migraines, along with neck and back pain from my full-time office job. Dr. Daniel showed me that chiropractic care is a great alternative to excessive paracetamol use. I’ve been excellently supported from the start, my complaints have reduced significantly, and I now use far less medication.”
“I suddenly developed severe back pain. No one knew what to do and I was told I’d just have to live with it. Thankfully, Daniel brought relief from the very first treatment. After a year, the pain was completely gone. I also continued coming during my pregnancy and I’m sure it had a positive effect on how I felt. And it’s great that children are welcome too if you can’t find childcare.”
“So my back’s a real mess and I’ll always have some pain. Thank goodness for Dan, though. I always leave with much more mobility and a massive reduction in pain. Great chiro with an awesome bedside manner and a super friendly team at reception!”
“I came to Solar Chiropractic with a disc herniation, feeling hopeless and in pain after months of being misdiagnosed. At Solar I finally felt heard and truly cared for. Their holistic approach made all the difference. Both Daniels and the whole team are professional, kind, and welcoming. The space feels calm and uplifting, a true ray of sunshine. Thank you!”
“Never been to a chiropractor before and was a bit worried going in but the service and education of the cause of my back pain was first class! Been a few more times over the past month and feeling fit and alive :)”
“Tory and Daniel have been amazing with my back recovery. Their care helped me return to sports after years of not even being able to run. I never thought I’d play the sports I enjoyed 10 years ago again. I’ve also noticed improvements in my overall wellbeing and immune system. I’m extremely grateful and highly recommend them to anyone with physical health issues.”
“Surgery seemed like my only option until I came to Solar. From the very first contact I felt heard and taken seriously. After treatment, I was able to walk a long distance without pain. Thanks to Solar, I’m getting my life back step by step. So if you’re reading this and suffer from migraines, a herniated disc, or stenosis like I did, don’t immediately choose injections or medication, go to Solar.”
I have monthly maintenance adjustments with Daniel and have been visiting the practice for many years. I’m so grateful to have found a method that truly helps my back pain. Sometimes I think, “I’m feeling good, I can skip an adjustment.” Unfortunately, I quickly notice the difference when I do. I’m now 65 and have come to accept that this is simply part of a healthy lifestyle, alongside eating well, training intensely twice a week, and visiting the practice regularly. That’s how I keep my body in balance.
“Very capable and reliable chiropractors, and always a warm welcome when you walk in! My back and shoulder pain have reduced significantly, and my body feels much more flexible and stronger.”
“The team here is incredibly welcoming and supportive. After years of back pain and not knowing what to do, I gave chiropractic care a chance and haven’t regretted it for a moment. I noticed real improvement within the first weeks. Tory has taken great care of me from the start, truly listening to my situation and offering personal advice and support.”
“I’ve been coming to Solar for about a year and a half with ongoing back complaints. The adjustments have structurally improved my physical condition and had a positive impact on my overall health. In addition to the high level of professional care, Daniel and the team always make me feel welcome. I definitely recommend Solar Chiropractic!”
“I would highly recommend this place! I went there because I was desperate as I suffered back pain and already after two sessions, I noticed a huge difference. The place is clean, the staff is extremely friendly and they know what to do! Again, highly recommend this chiropractic!”
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What our clients are saying
“I came to Solar Chiropractic with a disc herniation, feeling hopeless and in pain after months of being misdiagnosed. At Solar I finally felt heard and truly cared for. Their holistic approach made all the difference. Both Daniels and the whole team are professional, kind, and welcoming. The space feels calm and uplifting, a true ray of sunshine. Thank you!”
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