We all have experienced it, at least once. Yes, we are talking about back pain. While some are caused by poor posture, others are the result of age, congenital conditions, or injuries. Disc herniation is a common problem that can cause back pain, among other issues. It happens when the disc that acts as a cushion between the spinal bones tears or leaks due to wear and tear or injury.
The spine is the main support structure of the body and is made up of a series of 24 bones called vertebrae. These bones are stacked on top of each other and separated by discs that work as cushions between the bones. These discs facilitate bending movement and other motions. However they begin to leak, lose their effectiveness or become dislocated due to desk herniation. Usually, this condition affects the lower back. Disc herniations are also known as bulging ruptured or slipped discs. The sheer number of people who experience these issues demonstrates how pervasive the problem is. A recent study found that over 75 per cent of elderly people and 20 per cent of young adults have a slipped disc or disc herniation.
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Causes |
Description |
| Age-related Degeneration | Loss of disk flexibility and hydration due to aging |
| Physical Strain/Trauma | Heavy lifting, improper posture, or injuries causing excessive pressure |
| Obesity | Excess body weight adds pressure on the spine |
| Poor Posture | Prolonged improper positioning increases strain on disks |
| Lack of Physical Activity | Weak back & core muscles fail to support the spine properly |
| Spinal Disorders | Conditions like scoliosis or lordosis alter pressure distribution on disks |
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Disk herniation is a condition when the disc (a gel-like cushion) that separates the vertebrae becomes less effective, gets displaced or leaks out. A herniated disc can cause pain and numbness in the legs, neck, arms, shoulders or back.
Yes, disc herniation can be cured, in the majority of cases herniated disc gets better on its own within weeks and with proper rest. At the same time, disc herniation with severe symptoms can be cured with physical therapy, medication & surgery.
A herniated disc can heal on its own with proper rest, pain-relieving medicines, and applying ice/heat to the affected area, though if the condition is more severe it can be treated with surgery & therapy.
Disc bulge happens when the disc (a gel-like cushion) that separates the vertebrae becomes less effective, gets displaced or leaks out and starts to compress/push the surrounding nerves.
A herniated disc heals on its own, however, complete healing depends upon the severity of the symptom.
