Herniated Disc Treatment in Scottsdale

Non-Surgical Herniated Disc Treatment in Scottsdale for Lasting Back Pain & Sciatica Relief

At Lasertech Pain and Back Relief Center, we specialize in helping patients with herniated discs, bulging discs, sciatica, and chronic back pain find relief without surgery, injections, or long-term medication use. Led by Dr. Zimmerman, our Scottsdale clinic uses advanced non-invasive therapies including DRX9000 spinal decompression to target the source of disc-related nerve pain and help patients return to normal daily activities.

If you’ve been told surgery is your only option, or you’re tired of temporary fixes that don’t address the root cause of your pain, our team focuses on restoring movement, reducing nerve irritation, and helping you avoid invasive procedures whenever possible.

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A Disc Syndrome occurs when the gelatinous disc material between the vertebra of your spine bulges or herniates outward and often hits up against the nerves that run through a nearby canal and down the leg. This can cause back pain and commonly causes symptoms that are referred to as sciatica – when there is pain, numbness, and tingling running down a leg all the way to the foot.

Is there a difference between a bulging disc, herniated disc, ruptured disc, and slipped disc?

The terms, slipped disc, ruptured disc, herniated disc, and bulged/bulging disc are terms commonly used interchangeably, but they refer to slightly different conditions of the intervertebral discs in the spine. They’re all most often diagnosed with an MRI but an examination and history are very helpful in differentiating these conditions from other back problems.

With a spinal disc problem, pain is usually more prominent when sitting and with bending and lifting. Patients with disc issues frequently have buttock pain with spasms with increased symptoms when they cough or sneeze.

Patient Testimonials

“This place has been a God send to me. I have several bulging discs in addition to lumbar stenosis. I was given the choice of surgery or painful injections and basically told to live with pain. I have had six treatments so far, and each time I feel better and better. To me, this has been a miracle of a treatment option. I highly recommend trying this treatment before resorting to drugs or surgery. Dr Zimmerman is compassionate and knowledgeable. The staff are all great. They have saved me much pain and suffering and I'm truly grateful.”
~ Karen L.
"This unique and non-invasive treatment plan ABSOLUTELY WORKS! I've been getting treatment here for several months now. And my life of pain has finally ended. For the last 30 years, I experienced severe low back pain & sciatica pain that kept progressing, despite the many treatment options I tried. Such as physical therapy, acupuncture, cortisone injections, chiropractic care and more. None of the other care options I tried were able to resolve my ongoing issues with degenerative disc disease, arthritis and spinal stenosis. I would see some pain relief and improve for a while, but the debilitating pain would always return. Finally, I was referred to Dr Zimmerman by a friend and my life has not been the same since then. I'm finally free of pain and physically able to resume my active lifestyle of hiking, biking, paddle boarding, and yoga. This treatment gave me my life back and I am beyond grateful for their expertise and excellent care!"
~ Carole S.
"My experience at LaserTech was outstanding. I am a snowbird and arrived in Scottsdale with my chronic lower back pain. Sciatica, arthritis, herniated disc, and soft tissue issues. I was a mess and could not even walk through the grocery store without holding onto a cart, much less enjoying any activities. The leg nerve pain was excruciating also. Dr. Zimmerman did not promise anything, but asked to give him the time to work on me. I went for the initial 12 treatments and saw a slight change. Not enough to feel ok, but enough to notice that something was changing for the better. I stuck it out and continued the program for a total of 4 months. Today I feel about 95%. That is pretty good for being 64 with all these issues. I am golfing again, bike riding, walking, and have learned how to help myself if I feel discomfort setting in. I am so grateful. But not just for the treatment, also for the wonderful staff. EVERYONE in the office and the technicians are compassionate, friendly, and just overall caring. There were lots of laughs and the teamwork is amazing. Hard working people for us patients in need. They really pay attention and make sure Dr. Zimmerman is aware of what they observe. The personal attention given is top notch. Thank you all being awesome."
~ Silke S.
"For years I struggled with back pain caused by a disc issue. It really limited my life, and let's be honest, constant pain isn't exactly fun. Then I found Laser Tech and Dr. Zimmerman. Dr. Zimmerman's treatment plan tackled my pain head-on. After going in for treatment, I finally felt relief! It wasn't a temporary fix either. Now I can move freely and live my life without worrying about constant aches. But Laser Tech isn't just about the results (although those are pretty amazing!). Dr. Z and his staff are incredibly friendly and welcoming. They made every appointment enjoyable, which is a welcome change from traditional doctor visits. If you're dealing with chronic pain, Laser Tech and Dr. Zimmerman are a game-changer. You won't just get relief, you'll have a positive experience along the way. I highly recommend them!"
~ Colleen J.

Signs and Symptoms of Herniated Disc Include:

    • Pain in arm or leg, depending on if the herniated disc is in your neck or lower back

    • Numbness and tingling

    • Weakness

    • Pain on one side of the body

    • Sharp pain in the buttock, leg or hip

    • Decreased Range of Motion

If there is significant pressure on a nerve over a prolonged period of time, one could lose strength in their extremities and could possibly lose bowel or bladder control. If this occurs, surgical intervention may be necessary.

Nonsurgical Spinal Decompression May Be Able to Help Your Disc Injury Pain

If the condition has not progressed as far as to create severe weakness or bowel or bladder issues, nonsurgical remedies may be appropriate. One treatment technology that we find to be highly effective in treating these disc conditions in the low back or neck is our Nonsurgical Spinal Traction Decompression . We utilize the DRX 9000 technology which allows us to target our treatment to the involved herniated disc so we can get the disc material to retract back away from the nerve or pain-producing tissue, and rehab it.

avoid surgery for bulging disc in Scottsdale.

 

We have helped many of our patients avoid surgery with this technology and many of them were originally told only surgery would help. We offer a free consultation which allows you to discuss your condition with the doctor and to see if you are a good candidate for any of our noninvasive treatments. It is our goal to help you try to avoid any invasive procedures and to help you live a more active and high quality life. Give us a call today!

Why Patients Choose LaserTech for Herniated Disc Treatment in Scottsdale

  • Advanced non-surgical spinal decompression therapy
  • 30+ years of chronic pain treatment experience
  • Focus on treating the root cause, not masking symptoms
  • Personalized treatment plans for disc injuries and sciatica
  • Drug-free, non-invasive care
  • Trusted by patients throughout Scottsdale and the Phoenix area for chronic back and nerve pain relief

We Commonly Treat:

  • Herniated discs
  • Bulging discs
  • Degenerative disc disease
  • Sciatica
  • Pinched nerves
  • Spinal stenosis
  • Chronic low back pain
  • Neck pain caused by disc injuries

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Meet The Doctor

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With more than 30 years of experience treating chronic and complex pain conditions, Dr. Zimmerman has dedicated his career to helping patients find relief when other treatments have failed. His expertise includes conditions such as sciatica, neuropathy, herniated discs, spinal stenosis, arthritis, and chronic nerve-related pain. Dr. Z combines advanced, non-invasive therapies with a whole-body approach focused on reducing inflammation, improving nervous system function, restoring movement, and addressing the underlying causes of pain, not just masking symptoms. He is also the author of Unlocking the Chronic Pain Code, where he shares his approach to long-term pain relief and functional recovery. [Read Dr. Z’s full bio here.]

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