Slipped Disc

A slipped disc, also known as a herniated disc or a ruptured disc, occurs when one of the discs that cushion the vertebrae in your spine bulges or ruptures, causing the inner gel-like material to protrude. This can result in pressure on nearby nerves, leading to pain, numbness, or weakness in the affected area. The spine is made up of a series of bones called vertebrae, which are separated by discs that act as shock absorbers and allow for flexibility. Each disc has a tough outer layer called the annulus fibrosus and a soft, jelly-like center called the nucleus pulposus. When a disc herniates, the inner material (nucleus pulposus) pushes through a tear or weakness in the outer layer (annulus fibrosus) and can press on nearby spinal nerves or the spinal cord itself.

Symptoms of a Slipped Disc:

    Pain: Pain may be localized in the area of the herniated disc or may radiate to other parts of the body, such as the buttocks, legs, or arms, depending on which nerves are affected.
    Numbness or Tingling: You may experience numbness or tingling sensations in the affected area, often following the path of the affected nerve.
    Weakness: Muscle weakness or difficulty moving certain body parts can occur if the herniated disc is pressing on nerves that control muscle function.
    Changes in Reflexes: A slipped disc can affect reflexes, causing them to become weaker or absent.
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