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IS YOUR LOWER BACK PAIN CAUSED BY A HERNIATED DISC?
INSIDE: • Factors That May Put You At A Higher Risk • Relieve Back Pain In Minutes • Patient Success Spotlight • Healthy Recipe
Whether you have hurt your back or have been suffering for a long time, seeing a physical therapist at Kinetix Physical Therapy can help you return to a more active and pain-free life. Give us a call at 352-505-6665 today! • Muscle weakness or spasms. • Overactive reflexes. • Tingling or burning sensations along the spine or lower back. • “Pins and needles” sensations. • Weakness or numbness in the legs. • Shooting pain down one leg. • Stiffness in the neck. Pain from a herniated disc can range from moderate to severe. Many people experiencing herniated disc pain report sensations of stinging or burning. Additional factors that may put you at a higher risk of sustaining a herniated disc include: • Being male. • Being overweight. • Being between the ages of 20-50. • Engaging in improper lifting techniques. • Driving frequently. • Engaging in a sedentary lifestyle.
The lower back is a common source of pain. In fact, it is themostcommonly reportedareaofpain throughout the United States. But what causes it? There are several reasons why your lower back may hurt. Poor posture, improper lifting techniques, work that requires repetitive bending, etc. When there is an underlying issue occurring, even theslightestmovementcan result ina twinge of pain in the lower back. One common reason for lower back pain is herniated discs along the spine. To learn more about herniated discs and how we treat them, contact Kinetix PT today. What are herniated discs? There are 26 bones in the spine and they are all cushioned by gel-like discs that help in providing flexibility. However, if the outer ring of these discs becomes weakened, torn, or otherwise damaged, it is possible for the nucleus to protrude out of it, resulting in a herniated disc. When pressure on the disc continues, it can bulge further, causing intense pain. Herniated discs can occur anywhere along the spine, although they are most commonly found in the lower back. In fact, one of the first symptoms indicating a herniated disc is lower back pain. Additional symptoms of herniated discs include:
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