Slipped or herniated disc happen in the spine from a tear in the outer ring causing the soft, center section of the disc to bulge. As a result of the tear, inflammation and pain may occur that can be treated with anti inflammatory drugs. Bulging, protruding and torn discs may receive the same treatment.

Normally, a protruding disc can lead to herniated discs.

Phrases such as prolapsed, ruptured or slipped disc may be used to describe this condition. Other phrases include protrusion, bulging disc, sciatica, pinched nerve, disc degeneration or disease, degenerative disc disease and black disc.

Normally it is the lower back or discs in the neck that this condition happens to. Lower back injury is the more common of the two. Symptoms include; leg, thigh, back, buttocks, toe or foot pain. Legs and feet may have tingling or numbness. Burning sensations are also common in the legs and hips.

The thirties and forties is the time when most people are likely to suffer from herniated discs. The nucleus of the disc is still a soft substance that begins to dry during the out at later in life. When the nucleus dries out completely, the chances of this condition decrease significantly.

Cervical herniations happen in the neck. Indications can affect the back of the neck, skull, scapula, shoulder girdle, shoulder, hand and arm.

Thoracic discs herniations are rare because of the stability in this area. The signs and symptoms often mimic cervical and lumbar herniations.

Having a job that requires prolonged sitting or lifting can cause this condition. Traumatic injury to the discs in the back is mostly caused by not lifting items correctly. Back fatigue or chronic pain is a sign of the normal wear and tear on the back that increases the likelihood of injuring a disc. Rounding of the spine causes an uneven distribution of pressure whereas a straight spine equalizes internal pressure.

Ruling out conditions such as lesions that occupy space, metastases, tumors, degeneration and spondylolisthesis through certain testing may be necessary. Normally a diagnosis may be given based on a physical exam, signs and history.

Testing procedures that can confirm the diagnosis include: EMG/NCS, Myelogram, MRI, CAT scan and x-rays.

Most injuries to the disc will heal within six weeks on their own.

If pain persists, anti-inflammatory treatment may be prescribed. They should not be used for long term treatment. Steroid injections into the back can also be an option because of the short term pain relief. Physical therapy may also be recommended in combination with other treatments.

Other treatment options are chiropractor visits, weight loss, massage therapy, physical therapy or bed rest.

Surgery should be a last resort treatment.

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