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A herniated nucleus pulposus is a slipped disk along the spinal cord. The condition occurs when all or part of the soft center of a spinal disk is forced through a weakened part of the disk.Lumbar radiculopathy; Cervica... |
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Symptoms
SYMPTOMS OF HERNIATED LUMBAR DISKMuscle spasmMuscle weakness or atrophy in later stagesPain radiating to the buttocks...
Causes
The bones (vertebrae) of the spinal column run down the back, connecting the skull to the pelvis. These bones protec...
Tests
A physical examination and history of pain may be all that is needed to diagnose a herniated disk. A neurological ex...
Treatments
The main treatment for a herniated disk is a short period of rest with pain and anti-inflammatory medications, follow...
Drugs
Unless serious neurologic symptoms occur, herniated disks can initially be treated with pain medication and up to 48 ...
Alternative Therapies
Massage therapists may also provide short-term relief from a herniated disk. Following manual examination and x-ray d...
Prevention
Safe work and play practices, proper lifting techniques, and weight control may help to prevent back injury in some p...
Doctor Specialties
Call your health care provider if persistent, severe back pain develops, especially if you have any numbness, loss of...
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