Herniated disc
Also Ruptured Disc, the bones (vertebrae that form the spine in your back) are cushioned by small, spongy discs. When these discs are healthy, they act as shock absorbers for the spine and keep the spine flexible. But when a disc is damaged, it may bulge or break open.
Symptoms:
When a herniated disc pressess on nerve roots., it can cause pain, numbness, and weakness in the area of the body where the nerve travels. A herniated disc in the lower back can cause pain and numbness, specifically, down the leg. This is called sciatica. Sciatica is the most common symptom of a herniated disc in the lower back.
