Protrusion, herniation, or fragmentation of an intervertebral disc beyond its borders with potential compression of a nerve root, the cauda equina in the lumbar region, or the spinal cord at higher levels.
Symptoms:
Pain in the back or neck
Loss of ROM in the back or
Radiating neck or leg pain
Pain worse with movements such as bending or twisting
Causes:
Age related
Repetitive heavy lifting
Treatment:
ROM and stretching exercises to back/neck, upper extremity or lower extremity
