NEWSLETTER
UNDERSTANDING HERNIATED DISCS
Are you struggling with severe lower back pain? Did you injure your back when bending or twisting? You could be suffering from a herniated disc. A herniated disc is one of the most painful back injuries that you can experience, and it is far more common than you may be initially aware of. A herniated disc is commonly associated with severe or sharp pain starting in the lower back (or neck) radiating down the leg (or arm). It can be so intense that people struggle to do everyday activities. Call Heart of Texas Physical Therapy today to make an appointment. With guidance from our physical therapists, you can find solutions to your pain and get back to living the life you enjoy! What Is A Herniated Disc? Your spine comprises a series of interlocking bones, called vertebrae, with a specialized tissue in-between each vertebra called the intervertebral disc (aka disc). The structure of your spine is what allows you to move freely forward and back, rotationally and from side to side.
The discs provide cushioning and allow motion throughout the levels of the spine. The disc consists of fluid, the consistency of toothpaste, and moves depending on the positions and movements we perform. As we get older, the disc will start to break down and dehydrate, making it more susceptible to herniation. A herniated disc is a condition in which the nucleus pulposus (located within the center of the disc) herniates. This herniation causes pain and maybe even more pain if the herniated disc begins to press on the adjacent spinal nerves, causing pain and inflammation.
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