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What is a Herniated Disc?Ruptured Disc, Cervical Herniated Disc and Lumbar Herniated DiscWhat is a herniated disc? A herniated disc, often called a ruptured disc or prolapsed disc, is a common cause of back pain. In fact,
four out of five people will experience low back pain during their lifetime. The term slipped disc is also used but can be misleading as a
disc cannot actually slip or slide but rather the disc rips, tears, degenerates or herniates. A ruptured disc does not always cause discomfort
as it depends on whether the rupture is compressing the spinal nerve. With age the elasticity of the disc lessens and the discs are more susceptible
to a rupture from wear and tear.
With age or a severe trauma, the outer layer can lose its elasticity leading to cracks and tears. The gel within the interior seeps out and pushes beyond the normal boundary. When the disc ruptures, the gel interior begins to impinge on the spinal cord and the nerves. The herniated disc now puts direct pressure on nerves causing discomfort. 
Cervical Herniated DiscA herniated disc in the neck most often causes arm pain. As traumas are the common cause, the symptoms may also start spontaneously. Most often in ages 30-50, a herniated disc in the neck will begin to press or pinch on the cervical nerve radiating pain all the way down the arm. Numbness and tingling along with muscle weakness can also occur. The cervical spine levels that are most commonly affected are between the sixth and seventh cervical segments (C6-C7) and between the fifth and sixth cervical segments (C5-C6).Lumbar Herniated DiscA herniated disc in lower back typically leads to lower back pain and pain in the back of either one or both of legs. Pain sensations can vary from sharp or dull, muscle spasm or cramping, sciatica, or even weakness and the loss of function in the legs. Small things like coughing, sneezing, and bending can intensify the pain. A majority of herniations occur in the lumbar region and most often between the fourth and fifth lumbar segments (L4-L5) or between the fifth lumbar segment and the sacrum (L5-S1).Are you suffering from a herniated disc? Call us to schedule an appointment and learn about your options 770-460-1911.
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