Herniated Disks

Most herniated disks occur in the lower back, although they can also occur in the neck. Signs and symptoms depend on where the disk is situated and whether the disk is pressing on a nerve. They usually affect one side of the body.

Always pay attention to body signs. Your health and your spine will depend on that

Here we share with you some symptoms that could suggest that you have a herniated disk:

Arm or leg pain

If your herniated disk is in your lower back, you'll typically feel the most pain in your buttocks, thigh and calf. You might have pain in part of the foot, as well. If your herniated disk is in your neck, you'll typically feel the most pain in your shoulder and arm. This pain might shoot into your arm or leg when you cough, sneeze or move into certain positions.

Pain is often described as sharp or burning.

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Numbness or tingling

People who have a herniated disk often have radiating numbness or tingling in the body part served by the affected nerves.

Weakness

Muscles served by the affected nerves tend to weaken. This can cause you to stumble, or affect your ability to lift or hold items.

Nevertheless you can have a herniated disk without symptoms. You might not know you have it unless it shows up on a spinal image.

Call us today to book your appointment if you have some  symptom of herniated disc.

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