What is a Herniated Disc?
A herniated disc is a painful condition that occurs in the lumbar region of the body. Between the lumbar vertebrae, there is soft tissue inside the discs (cartilage) and harder tissue outside. The soft tissue inside the discs herniates outwards and begins to press on the surrounding nerves. As a result, back pain complaints begin. When the complaints increase, the doctor diagnoses a herniated disc after performing the necessary examinations on the patients who apply.
What are the Symptoms of a Herniated Disc?
Since the herniation in the lumbar vertebrae presses on the surrounding nerves, there will be severe pain. This pain will also radiate to the leg. Numbness and tingling in the leg may occur along with the pain. Weakness or paralysis in the leg may develop. Muscle atrophy may occur. Depending on the severity of the herniation, some patients may not be able to control their bowel or bladder movements. The herniated disc should not be allowed to progress to this stage; the condition should be diagnosed and treated in a timely manner. In the treatment of herniated disc, medication, physical therapy, and surgical intervention methods are used.
