Disc Herniation

A herniated disc, also known as a bulged, slipped, or ruptured disk, is an injury of the spine that occurs when a fragment of the disc nucleus is pushed out of the annulus, into the spinal canal through a tear or rupture in the annulus. Discs that become herniated usually are in an early stage of degeneration.1 The disks act as buffers between the vertebrae, allowing you to bend and move with ease.0 When a herniated disk bulges out toward the spinal canal, it puts pressure on sensitive spinal nerves, causing pain.2 Symptoms of a herniated disc include pain, numbness, and tingling in the affected area. Treatment options include physical therapy, medication, and surgery.1