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    Chesham Bois, Amersham, Buckinghamshire
    Non-invasive spinal therapy

    Disc herniation

    A disc herniation — also called a slipped, bulging, or prolapsed disc — occurs when the soft inner material of a spinal disc pushes outward and presses on nearby nerves. This can cause localised pain, referred pain down the arms or legs, numbness, and weakness. Virginia uses ASMI to gently decompress the affected disc, reduce the nerve irritation it's causing, and restore comfortable movement — all without surgery.

    How ASMI works

    What you might notice

    • Sharp or burning pain at the site of the disc
    • Pain, numbness, or tingling radiating into an arm or leg
    • Muscle weakness in the affected limb
    • Symptoms that worsen with sitting, bending, or lifting
    • Relief in positions that take pressure off the disc

    How Virginia can help

    • ASMI decompresses the spinal segment to reduce pressure on the herniated disc
    • Gentle mobilisation reduces the inflammatory response around the affected nerve
    • Sessions are carefully planned around your scan results and symptom pattern
    • A consent-led approach — nothing is done that causes sharp or neurological pain
    • Most herniated discs can be managed conservatively without surgery

    Frequently asked questions

    I've been told I need surgery. Should I still try spinal therapy?
    The large majority of herniated discs resolve without surgery, given time and appropriate conservative treatment. It's worth trying spinal therapy before committing to surgery. Virginia will give you an honest view of whether her approach is suitable and how long improvement typically takes.
    Is it safe to have spinal therapy with a herniated disc?
    ASMI is among the safest approaches for disc problems because it uses gentle, progressive mobilisation rather than high-velocity manipulation. Virginia will always review your scan or clinical presentation before starting and will not treat if she believes it is unsafe to do so.
    How long does disc herniation take to resolve?
    Most disc herniations improve significantly within 6–12 weeks of appropriate treatment. Some take longer. Virginia will track your progress carefully and adjust the plan if needed.

    Pricing

    Clear, simple pricing — no hidden fees. 50% deposit at booking, balance due after your session.

    £100 / first session
    £75 / follow-on session
    Back pain session
    50% deposit at booking
    Free
    15-min phone consultation
    No obligation
    Card, cash, bank transfer and cheque accepted. A 50% deposit is paid online by card through Stripe; the balance is due after your session. No contactless payments.

    Book a free consultation. If you have an MRI or CT scan, bring it — this is particularly important for disc problems and allows Virginia to plan safely.

    The free 15-minute phone consultation is a no-obligation call. Virginia will listen to what you're dealing with, confirm whether she thinks she can help, and explain the next steps. If she can, she'll suggest a treatment plan. If not, she'll point you in the right direction.

    +44 771 937 4640