Introduction Our spine is exposed to great strain every day during our lifetime. Especially in a daily routine that is characterized by sedentary activities and little physical exercise, this leads to diseases of the spine, such as a herniated disc (prolapse). Our spine consists of 24 free vertebrae (the remaining 8 to 10 are fused … Course of a slipped disc
CERVICAL/LUMBAR SPINE In many ways, herniated discs in the cervical (cervical spine) and lumbar (lumbar) spine are very similar. In both cases, the first symptoms often appear very suddenly in the form of pain. If they remain untreated, they can intensify in the further course and further symptoms such as discomfort (tingling, “formication”) in the … CERVICAL/LUMBAR SPINE | Course of a slipped disc
Forecast The prognosis of a herniated disc is in most cases quite favorable, often the pain improves noticeably after a few weeks of efficient treatment. Severe forms of progression are generally rare. Nevertheless, the treatment is lengthy. On average, conservative therapy takes between 3 and 6 months. In the case of both conservative and surgical … Forecast | Course of a slipped disc
