Disc Herniation & Bulge Treatment in Naperville & Geneva, IL

Avoid Surgery. Relieve Sciatica. Reclaim Your Life.

Few things are as debilitating as a herniated or bulging disc. Whether it’s sharp shooting pain down your leg (sciatica), numbness in your foot, or the inability to put on your socks, disc injuries can make you feel like your only option is surgery.

At Victory Rehab, we prove that isn’t true. With clinics in Naperville and Geneva, IL, we specialize in non-surgical, active recovery for disc injuries. We don’t just “crack” your back; we use advanced functional rehabilitation and directional preference therapies to reduce the bulge and take pressure off the nerve.

Herniation vs. Bulge: What’s the Difference?

  • Bulging Disc: Think of the disc like a hamburger looking too big for its bun. It flattens and extends outward, often irritating nearby nerves. This is common with age and poor posture.
  • Herniated Disc: The outer layer of the disc tears, allowing the soft, jellylike center to leak out. This causes intense chemical inflammation and direct pressure on spinal nerves.

Common Symptoms We Treat:

  • Sciatica: Sharp, electric-shock pain traveling from the glute down the leg.
  • Foot Drop or Weakness: Difficulty lifting your toes or feeling “weak” in one leg.
  • Flexion Intolerance: Pain that worsens when sitting, bending to tie shoes, or driving.
  • Antalgic Lean: Leaning to one side involuntarily to get away from the pain.
Disc herniation infographic
Elderly person in pain with hand on lower back

The Victory Rehab Protocol for Disc Injuries

Standard chiropractic care often isn’t enough for a hot disc. You need a mechanical solution for a mechanical problem.

1. Directional Preference Assessment (MDT Concepts)

Most disc injuries have a “directional preference”—a specific movement (usually extension) that centralizes the pain (moves it out of the leg and back to the spine).
We identify this movement on day one to give you immediate tools to reduce your own pain.

2. Neurodynamic Mobilization

When a disc bulges, the nerve can get stuck or “tethered.” We use gentle nerve flossing techniques to ensure the nerve glides freely, reducing the burning sensation in your legs or arms.

3. Core Stabilization & Hip Biomechanics

A disc herniates because the spine moved too much, often because the hips moved too little. We treat the root cause by mobilizing tight hips and strengthening the deep spinal stabilizers to create a natural “corset” around the injury.

Why Naperville & Geneva Trust Victory Rehab

  • No “Cookie Cutter” Plans: We don’t treat every back pain patient the same. A disc injury requires different care than a muscle strain.
  • MRI Review: Have an MRI already? We will review it with you to explain exactly what is happening. Need one? We can refer you to local imaging centers for proper diagnostics.
  • Goal-Oriented: Our goal is to graduate you from care, not keep you coming back forever.

Stop Waiting for the Pain to Go Away

Disc injuries rarely fix themselves without changing the mechanics that caused them. Start your road to victory today.

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Client Stories

What Our Patients Say

“I was thoroughly impressed with the knowledge and expertise they provided and would recommend their services to anyone that needs this type of care.”

Luke Rojo

“All around I love the staff at Victory Rehab and cannot recommend them enough to anyone looking to their bodies to move and feel the way they should!”

Daniel Kretzmann
“I’ve had great results since I started going to Victory Rehab. Both Dr. Kessler and Dr. Tom are very knowledgeable and professional. They are dedicated in helping you have relief not only in the short-term, but long-term as well.”
Tylor Cottingham

“I HIGHLY recommend Victory Rehab! Both Dr. Chris and Dr. Tom are excellent at what they do and very caring. The entire office staff is very caring, friendly and helpful. We have been to different chiropractors over the years and feel very blessed to have found Victory Rehab.”

Joanne Grzetic
Dr. Chris and Dr. Tom with Victory Rehab Chiropractic logo on wall

Our Locations

We proudly serve customers throughout Naperville and Geneva, Illinois, providing patient centered chiropractic care and functional rehabilitation.

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