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A herniated disc also known as a slip disc or prolapsed disc refers to the problem where one of the discs located in between the bones of the vertebrae(backbone) gets damaged and stacks itself upon the nerves. The tender inner portion of the disc gets protruded over the outer ring. Herniated disc causes severe neck pain and back pain. It occurs when the outer ring gets weak and tears down. The most common symptoms include pain and numbness, especially on one side of the body. The pain extends do...more
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I wonder why not they suggested you to take physiotherapy treatment from a qualified physiotherapist? I am amazed.
Please take it immediately after consulting a qualified physiotherapist specialised in back pain or spine treatment.
97% of slipped disc doesn't require surgery.
Acute slipped disc never needs" surgery"it needs rest and physiotherapy.
Good luck!
Please take it immediately after consulting a qualified physiotherapist specialised in back pain or spine treatment.
97% of slipped disc doesn't require surgery.
Acute slipped disc never needs" surgery"it needs rest and physiotherapy.
Good luck!
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Slip disk is a condition of the spinal column which consists of a stack of vertebras from the cervical, thoracic and the lumbar spine.The bones of the spine are cushioned by disks that are present to absorb shocks. Trauma to the spine may cause the disk to bulge or be ruptured. This may lead to pain in the neck and the back.
Causes of slip disk
Slip disk is caused when the jelly like substance present in the disks bulges out. The damaged disk thus puts pressure on the adjacent...more
Causes of slip disk
Slip disk is caused when the jelly like substance present in the disks bulges out. The damaged disk thus puts pressure on the adjacent...more
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A slipped disc is when the soft part of the disc bulges through the circle of connective tissue. This prolapsed may push on the spinal cord or on the nerve roots. However, it is worth noting that 20 percent of the population has slipped discs without experiencing any noticeable symptoms. The term 'slipped disc' does not really describe the process properly - the disc does not actually slip out of place, but bulges out towards the spinal cord. This condition is also known as a herniated, ruptured...more
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