spinal disc herniation
Sign in to saveinjury to the intervertebral disc between two vertebrae, usually caused by excessive strain or trauma to the spine
Key facts
- Other names
- Slipped disc, bulging disc, ruptured disc, herniated disc, prolapsed disc, herniated nucleus pulposus , lumbar disc herniation
- Specialty
- Orthopedics , neurosurgery
- Risk factors
- Connective tissue disease
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A disc herniation, also known as a spinal disc herniation, is a condition affecting the intervertebral disc between two vertebrae, usually caused by excessive strain or trauma to the spine. It may result in back pain, pain or abnormal sensation in different parts of the body, and physical disability. The most conclusive diagnostic tool for disc herniation is MRI, and treatments may range from painkillers to surgery. The risk of disc herniation may be reduced by maintaining core strength and an awareness of body mechanics including good posture.
When a tear in the outer, fibrous ring of an intervertebral disc allows the soft, central portion to bulge out beyond the damaged outer rings, the disc is said to be herniated.