Herniated Disc

A lumbar herniated disc can cause moderate pain in the lower back and buttock, with pain, numbness, and/or weakness in the leg and foot.

A disc is most likely to herniate if it has lost some or all of its water content. Dehydrated discs are brittle and easily rupture or bulge under pressure.

A lumbar disc herniation occurs in the lower back and commonly develops at the L4-L5 and L5-S1 spinal motion segments, located toward the base of the lower back.

Spine surgery for cervical herniated disc is an option for severe cases unresponsive to conservative treatments.

Surgical options for cervical radiculopathy from a herniated cervical disc include discectomy and cervical fusion.

Symptoms of a thoracic disc herniation include upper back pain, radiating discomfort, numbness, and weakness.

Treatment for thoracic disc herniation includes rest, physical therapy, pain management, and surgery.

Thoracic herniated discs may be caused by age-related wear and tear and spinal injuries, leading to the disc's displacement in the mid-back region.

Diagnosis of a thoracic herniated disc involves a physical exam, imaging tests (MRI, CT), and neurological assessments to evaluate the symptoms.

Thoracic herniated disc surgery is considered for severe cases when conservative treatments fail.