Localization of the herniated disc A herniated disc of the lumbar spine (lumbar spine) – also known as lumbar disc herniation – occurs significantly more frequently than a herniated disc of the cervical or thoracic spine. About 90% of all herniated discs are found in the lower section of the spine. The reason for this … Localization of the herniated disc | Slipped disc
Epidemiology Back pain alone is no indication of the presence of a herniated disc. In general, it is very difficult to find the causes of back pain. Even X-rays cannot always provide the desired clarity. In order to show that back pain and the actual presence of a pathological (= pathological) disc finding are not … Epidemiology | Slipped disc
Anatomy on the subject of herniated discs Before the herniated disc is discussed, the term disc should first be sufficiently clarified. Only when the tasks and characteristics of the intervertebral discs have been clarified can the extent of the herniated disc and its therapeutic measures be understood. Position – Where are “intervertebral discs” located? Between … Anatomy on the subject of herniated discs | Slipped disc
Synonyms in a broader sense Intervertebral disc prolapse Nucleus pulposus prolapse (NPP) Discus prolapse Protrusio Sciatica Disc protrusion Intervertebral disc protrusion Lumbago Lumbargia / Lumbago Lumboischialgia Back Pain Intervertebral disc Prolapsed intervertebral disc Herniated disc Definition herniated disc A herniated disc is the sudden or slowly increasing displacement, or the emergence of tissue of the … Slipped disc
How long does a slipped disc last? Both the duration and the chances of healing of a herniated disc depend on its severity. The greater the extent of the leaked tissue of the disc, the longer it takes for this material to be broken down by the body, i.e. the more severe the herniated disc … How long does a slipped disc last? | Slipped disc
Disc herniation surgery If the conservative therapy for a herniated disc does not lead to a reduction of pain or if the herniated disc has caused neurological disorders and impairments, then surgery can be performed. The indication for surgery for a herniated disc is now more than ever carefully considered. The operation is performed under … Disc herniation surgery | Slipped disc
