NEWSLETTER HEALTH & WELLNESS 2024
INSIDE: • UNDERSTANDING THE NITTY- GRITTY OF A HERNIATED DISC • AT HOME EXERCISE • PATIENT TESTIMONIAL
Real Solutions for Back Pain Caused by Herniated Discs
Are you struggling with intense lower back pain? Do you notice straightening up all the way is painful or impossible? Did this pain start after lifting something heavy or twisting your back? If you nodded 'yes' to these questions, you might have a condition known as a herniated disc. Don't worry; there are proven strategies that can help you feel good again! Herniated discs are not always painful, but they can be excruciating when they are. Due to the severity of pain associated with a herniated disc, people will try to avoid hurting themselves more and avoid activity. Unfortunately, misguided healthcare practitioners still recommend rest or, worse, bed rest, which is why getting proper treatment is essential! At MSK Health and Performance Clinic, our team of physiotherapists, chiropractors, and massage therapists are fully equipped to guide you toward the relief you've been seeking, allowing you to get back to the activities you genuinely love without pain! UNDERSTANDING THE NITTY-GRITTY OF A HERNIATED DISC To understand what a herniated disc is, it's important first to understand the role of spinal discs. Your discs are like shock absorbers in your spine, absorbing compressive forces and permitting smooth, free movements like bending forward, backward, and rotating. However, as we age, our discs naturally degenerate, begin to dry out, become more stiff, and weaken, becoming more susceptible to herniation. Think of your discs as being like grapes when you're young and then drying up to be more like raisins as you age.
In addition to age, several variables can elevate your risk of experiencing a herniated disc, including: • Smoking: Cigarettes are thought to reduce the supply of oxygen to the disc, causing it to break down more quickly than it normally would. • Occupation: Those engaged in jobs requiring repetitive motions like lifting, bending, and twisting are also more susceptible. • Sedentary Lifestyle: Long durations of sitting, especially in incorrect postures, contribute to increased risk. • Genetics: Family history may play a role in increasing the risk of developing a herniated disc.
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