Causes and treatment of a herniated disk - A herniated disk is a common condition that can be painful and debilitating. People also refer to it as a slipped disk or disk prolapse. In some cases, it can lead to pain, numbness, or weakness in the limbs. However, some people experience no pain, particularly if the disk does not press on any nerves. Fast facts on herniated disk * A herniated disk occurs in the vertebrae. * Any pain normally resolves within a few months. * Herniated disks might cause few or no symptoms. Common Treatments include medication, physical therapy, epidural injections, and rare cases needs surgery. Risk factors Herniated disks can occur at any age, but they are most common for men between the ages of 20 and 50 years. Factors that increase the likelihood include: Weight: Being overweight puts additional stress on the lower back. Genetics: A person might inherit a predisposition to herniated disks. Occupation: Individuals with physically demanding jobs or pastimes that involve pushing, pulling, or twisting are prone to herniated disks. Any repetitive activities that strain the spine can cause them. Unsafe lifting technique: People should always apply force from the legs, not the back, when lifting heavy items. Incorrect technique can lead to a herniated disk. Driving often: A combination of being seated for long periods and the vibrations and movements of the car can damage the disks and spinal structure. Sedentary lifestyle: A lack of exercise can lead to a herniated disk. Smoking: This might reduce oxygen supply to the disks and lead to a grinding-down of the tissue. Symptoms In some cases, a person will have no symptoms. If symptoms occur, they are often due to pressure on the nerves. Common symptoms can include: * Numbness and tingling: This occurs in the region of the body that the nerve supplies. * Weakness: This tends to occur in the muscles linked to the nerve, which may cause stumbling when walking. * Pain: This occurs in the spine and can spread to the arms and legs. If the herniated disk is in the lower back, the pain often affects the buttocks, thighs, calves, and, possibly, the feet. This is often referred to as sciatica because the pain travels along the path of the sciatic nerve. If the problem occurs in the neck, the shoulders and arms normally experience the pain. Quick movements or sneezing might induce shooting pains. We are treating such low back pain or neck pains since 2007 with physiotherapy and avoiding surgery. Book your appointment today on 9950290909. #spinehospital #spineclinic #avoidneckoperation #paintreatment #lowbackpaintreatment #neckpaintreatment #physiotherapistinudaipur #udaipurphysiotherapist #laserhealing #tecarhealing #healingpain #healingspine