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Prolapsed disc is a degenerative vertebrae disease. It occurs mainly in the lumbar region at the bottom of the back. In prolapsed disc the disc gets busted and fragments of the outer annulus fibrosus, together with some of the inner gelantinous nucleus pulposus, press on ligaments and nerves running close to the disc and produce pain. Discs in lower back are most vulnerable to prolapse, as the stress experienced by the spine is higher at these levels. Pain may arise suddenly while twisting or lifting heavy objects and the attempts to straighten back increases pain
Symptoms for Prolapsed or Slipped Disc
The various symptoms of prolapsed disc are:
- Back pain
- Pain in one of the legs
- Pain in nerve root (sciatica)
- Pain in back of the knees, heel and buttocks
- Numbness or weakness in the legs and feet
Causes for Prolapsed or Slipped Disc
It usually occurs when there is sudden and immense pressure on the spine or disc. Various other factors that increase the risk of prolapsed disc are the heavy lifting jobs, prolonged sitting jobs, smoking, obesity and the proceeding age |
