If you’re searching for herniated disc treatment in Freehold NJ, sciatica treatment near me, or bulging disc specialist in Monmouth County, you’re not alone.

Disc injuries are one of the most common causes of:

• Lower back pain

• Neck pain

• Radiating leg pain (sciatica)

• Numbness or tingling

• Muscle weakness

Many patients are told their next step is pain medication, steroid injections, or even surgery.

At Central Jersey Spine & Wellness in Freehold, NJ, we offer a research-supported, non-surgical solution that combines spinal decompression therapy and SoftWave Tissue Regeneration Technology (TRT) to help patients avoid invasive procedures and heal naturally.

Understanding Disc Bulges, Herniations & Sciatica

A bulging or herniated disc occurs when the soft inner portion of the spinal disc pushes outward and irritates nearby nerves.

When the sciatic nerve becomes compressed or inflamed due to a lumbar disc injury, patients may experience:

• Sharp shooting pain down the leg

• Burning or electric pain

• Numbness or tingling in the foot

• Weakness in the leg

• Pain that worsens when sitting

Sciatica is not a condition by itself — it is a symptom of nerve irritation.

The key to long-term relief is not just masking pain, but relieving pressure and stimulating healing.

The Limitations of Traditional Disc & Sciatica Treatments

Patients throughout Freehold, Marlboro, Manalapan, Howell, Jackson, and Colts Neck often first try:

Pain Medications

These may dull discomfort temporarily but do not correct disc pressure. Long-term use carries potential gastrointestinal, kidney, and dependency risks.

Anti-Inflammatory Drugs

These may reduce inflammation temporarily but do not address mechanical nerve compression.

Epidural Steroid Injections

These can calm nerve irritation temporarily, but results may wear off. Repeated injections may weaken surrounding tissues.

Back Surgery

Surgery is invasive, expensive, and requires significant recovery. There is no guarantee of full relief and risks include scar tissue and persistent pain.

Many patients tell us:
“I want to avoid injections.”
“I don’t want surgery unless absolutely necessary.”
“I just want my body to heal.”

Our Advanced Non-Surgical Solution in Freehold, NJ

At Central Jersey Spine & Wellness, we combine two powerful therapies that address both the structural and biological causes of disc-related pain.

1️⃣ Spinal Decompression Therapy

Spinal decompression gently creates negative pressure within the disc to:

• Reduce nerve compression

• Help retract disc material

• Promote disc rehydration

• Improve nutrient exchange

This addresses the mechanical cause of pain by relieving pressure on the affected nerve.

2️⃣ SoftWave Tissue Regeneration Technology (TRT)

SoftWave TRT stimulates the body’s natural healing response by:

• Increasing local blood circulation

• Activating dormant stem cells

• Releasing growth factors

• Reducing inflammatory mediators

• Enhancing nerve regeneration

Unlike medications or injections, SoftWave does not simply mask symptoms. It works at the cellular level to promote tissue repair and nerve recovery.

Softwave TRT

How SoftWave Specifically Helps Sciatica Patients

Sciatica caused by a disc injury involves two primary problems:

1. Mechanical compression of the sciatic nerve

2. Biological inflammation and nerve irritation

Irritated nerves often heal slowly because they have limited blood supply.

SoftWave helps by:

• Improving circulation to the affected nerve region

• Reducing nerve hypersensitivity

• Supporting repair of inflamed tissues

• Accelerating recovery of irritated nerve fibers

When applied to the lumbar spine and along the affected pathway, SoftWave can help calm the irritated sciatic nerve and promote faster healing.

Why We Combine Decompression + SoftWave for Better Results

Spinal decompression relieves pressure.

SoftWave stimulates regeneration.

When combined, patients often experience:

• Faster reduction in leg pain

• Improved mobility

• Fewer visits

• Lower total cost compared to prolonged injection cycles

• Reduced reliance on medications

• Long-term stability

This synergistic approach addresses both the structural and cellular components of disc injuries and sciatica.

Why Patients in Freehold Choose Dr. Gerard DeBernardis

Dr. Gerard DeBernardis has been serving Central New Jersey for over 30 years.

He is:

• One of only 11 Elite SoftWave Providers in the United States

• ISMST-certified

• A member of the American Society for Medical Shockwave Treatment

• A national physician trainer for SoftWave TRT

• Provider of over 16,000 SoftWave treatments

Patients throughout Monmouth County choose our office because of our experience, advanced technology, and commitment to helping patients avoid unnecessary surgery whenever possible.

Serving Freehold & Monmouth County for 30 Years

For three decades, Central Jersey Spine & Wellness has helped patients from Freehold and surrounding communities find relief from disc injuries, sciatica, and chronic spine pain.

If you are suffering from:

• A herniated disc

• A bulging disc

• Sciatica

• Persistent leg pain

• Numbness or tingling

Before committing to injections or surgery, call our office to see if this non-surgical combination approach is right for you.

Central Jersey Spine & Wellness
4251 US Highway 9
Freehold, NJ

Call 732-683-1800
Visit www.cjspine.com
Visit www.softwavetrtnj.com

You may not need injections.
You may not need surgery.
You may simply need the right combination of advanced, regenerative care.