Don't rush to surgery for a herniated disc.
Dr. Gregory Mayfield has 31+ years of experience treating herniated and bulging discs with non-surgical spinal decompression and chiropractic care. Studies show most patients improve significantly within 6–12 weeks of conservative treatment.
Monroe and Shreveport — both available.
Two Mayfield Chiropractic offices serving Northeast and Northwest Louisiana. Same non-surgical expertise, same same-day access.
Dr. Gregory Mayfield
With 31+ years of chiropractic practice in Louisiana, Dr. Mayfield focuses on non-surgical herniated disc care — combining spinal decompression, chiropractic adjustments, and flexion-distraction techniques to help patients avoid surgery and return to normal activity.
- Non-surgical, drug-free disc care
- Spinal decompression for herniated and bulging discs
- Accepts most insurance and Medicare
- Rehabilitative exercises to support long-term healing
Four non-surgical techniques that work.
Spinal decompression creates negative pressure within the disc, which can help retract herniated material back into the disc and promote nutrient flow for healing. Combined with chiropractic adjustments and rehabilitation, most patients see meaningful improvement without surgery.
Recognizing disc pain is the first step.
Herniated discs can cause a wide range of symptoms depending on location and severity — from local back pain to nerve symptoms down the leg.
Sharp or burning back pain
Pain that worsens with certain movements, sitting, or standing — often originating at the disc level and radiating outward.
Nerve symptoms
Numbness, tingling, or pain radiating down the arm or leg (sciatica) signals disc material pressing on a nerve root.
Muscle weakness
Compression of specific nerve roots can cause noticeable weakness in the arm, hand, leg, or foot on the affected side.
"Dr. Mayfield actually explained what was wrong instead of just cracking my back and rushing me out."
— Verified patient"They worked around my work schedule and never made me feel like just another number."
— Verified patient"My only regret is not coming in sooner. Wish I had found them years ago."
— Verified patientHerniated disc treatment — what to know
Can a herniated disc heal without surgery?
Yes, many herniated discs can heal with conservative treatment like chiropractic care and spinal decompression. Studies show that most patients improve significantly within 6–12 weeks of non-surgical treatment.
How does spinal decompression help herniated discs?
Spinal decompression creates negative pressure within the disc, which can help retract herniated material back into the disc. It also promotes nutrient flow to the disc for healing.
How long does treatment take?
Treatment duration varies based on severity. Most patients see improvement within 4–6 weeks. A typical treatment plan includes multiple decompression sessions combined with chiropractic adjustments.
Don't let a herniated disc control your life.
Find out if you are a candidate for non-surgical treatment. Schedule your evaluation today.