Spine is one of the most important parts of our body as it helps us stand straight and walk. The spine consists of the vertebrae, spinal cord and also the soft cushiony discs. These discs are soft and filled with the gel-like fluid which protects the vertebrae. They prevent the vertebrae from touching each other and causing pain. But when these discs slip from their position, it’s called a Slipped Disc.
The condition of the Slipped Disc is severe and requires immediate treatment. As this condition is quite a painful one, it should not be ignored. It’s important to know about the slipped disc treatment, causes and symptoms before taking any decision.
What is a Slipped Disc?
Slipped Disc is quite a painful condition, in which the soft gel-like discs slip out of their place and put pressure on the spinal nerves. As the discs cause irritation to the spinal nerves, they can cause pain in the corresponding area like hips, lower back, legs, feet, arms, hands and others.
What are the Symptoms of a Slipped Disc?
There are numerous symptoms of slipped discs and one should always keep an eye on them. Here are the symptoms that you should not ignore at all.
- Continuous Lower Back Pain
- Difficulties in the bending Forward or Backward
- Radiating pain from the shoulders, arms and hands
- Radiating pain from the lower back, hips, thighs and legs.
- Numbness in the extremities of hand and legs
- Numbness and Tingling sensation in the lower back or upper back
- Chronic neck pain
- Difficulties standing or sitting for a long time.
As these symptoms are not common, they should not be ignored, and the patients should immediately get medical care.
What are the Causes of Slipped Discs?
It’s important to identify the causes of this condition. Here are a few common causes behind this condition.
- Age-related Disc Degeneration
- A sudden movement that Affects the Spine
- Repetitive Heavy Exercises like Weightlifting
- Chronic Obesity and Lack of Physical Activity
- Accidental Trauma affecting the spine
- Continuous exposure to vibrations from Heavy Machinery
What are the Slipped Disc Treatment Options?
Slipped Disc requires immediate medical attention, as it can cause severe pain to the patients. In the mild cases, the doctors recomend the lifestyle changes and pain medications. For the severe pain, the doctors might ask patients to undergo the physiotherapy and surgery.
The experts at ANSSI Wellness have treated thousands of patients with 100% non-surgical spine decompression therapy. This therapy eliminates the need for surgical methods and reduces patients’ pain.
