So You�ve Received a Slipped Disc Diagnosis... Now What?
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Article Title: So You�ve Received a Slipped Disc Diagnosis... Now What?
Author: Patrick Foote
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Many patients who receive a slipped disc diagnosis feel confused, anxious, and maybe even depressed. They often wonder: �How did this happen?� �Why me?� �Will I be in pain for the rest of my life?� If similar thoughts are running through your mind, stop, take a deep breath, and consider this: Most patients who are diagnosed with a slipped disc will find relief from their pain and discomfort within a matter of weeks or months, and very few of these individuals will need to undergo surgery.
Even still, you may have some questions about your spine condition. While you should consult with your physician or a spine specialist for answers to your specific questions, this article may provide you with some of the information you need to put your mind at ease.
What is a Slipped Disc & What Causes it?
A slipped disc (or, more accurately, a herniated disc) occurs when the inner content (the nucleus pulposus) of an intervertebral disc escapes through a tear in the disc�s outer wall (the annulus fibrosus). More often than not, this occurs as a result of the natural aging process. Our discs act as shock absorbers and provide cushioning to the vertebrae, which are the bone structures through which the spinal cord passes. Over time, the burden of supporting the body�s weight and the facilitating movement of the neck and back can take a toll on the intervertebral discs and they can begin to break down. As a disc�s outer shell becomes weak and brittle, it becomes more prone to tearing and allowing its nucleus to escape.
What are the Symptoms of a Slipped Disc?
Believe it or not, many individuals have slipped discs without exhibiting any symptoms at all. These patients sometimes only receive a slipped disc diagnosis because an diagnostic MRI or CT scan for a totally separate issue has revealed a spinal disc herniation. However, those who do experience symptoms can feel radiating pain, numbness, tingling, and muscle weakness. These symptoms occur when the inner disc material seeps into the spinal canal and presses against a spinal nerve, nerve root, or even the spinal cord itself. The exact location of a patient�s symptoms will vary depending on which region of the spine contains neural compression: When a nerve in the cervical spine (neck) is affected, symptoms can be experienced in the neck, upper back, shoulders, arms, and/or hands; neural compression in the lumbar spine (lower back) can cause symptoms in the lower back, hips, buttocks, legs, and/or feet.
How is a Slipped Disc Treated?
Most patients who receive a slipped disc diagnosis will be advised to follow a regimen of conservative, nonsurgical treatments. This could include taking over-the-counter, nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), such as naproxen or ibuprofen; alternating between applying a heating pad and a cold compress; losing weight (if applicable); attending physical therapy; or getting limited bed rest. In the event that a patient�s symptoms persist despite following a conservative treatment method, his or her physician may recommend surgical treatment. If your physician recommends surgery at any point during your treatment, you may want to pursue a second opinion before consenting to an operation.
About The Author: Patrick Foote is the Director of eBusiness at Laser Spine Institute, which specializes in safe and effective outpatient treatments for patients who have received a slipped disc diagnosis. http://www.laserspineinstitute.com/back_problems/slipped_disc/dianosis/
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Author: Patrick Foote
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Many patients who receive a slipped disc diagnosis feel confused, anxious, and maybe even depressed. They often wonder: �How did this happen?� �Why me?� �Will I be in pain for the rest of my life?� If similar thoughts are running through your mind, stop, take a deep breath, and consider this: Most patients who are diagnosed with a slipped disc will find relief from their pain and discomfort within a matter of weeks or months, and very few of these individuals will need to undergo surgery.
Even still, you may have some questions about your spine condition. While you should consult with your physician or a spine specialist for answers to your specific questions, this article may provide you with some of the information you need to put your mind at ease.
What is a Slipped Disc & What Causes it?
A slipped disc (or, more accurately, a herniated disc) occurs when the inner content (the nucleus pulposus) of an intervertebral disc escapes through a tear in the disc�s outer wall (the annulus fibrosus). More often than not, this occurs as a result of the natural aging process. Our discs act as shock absorbers and provide cushioning to the vertebrae, which are the bone structures through which the spinal cord passes. Over time, the burden of supporting the body�s weight and the facilitating movement of the neck and back can take a toll on the intervertebral discs and they can begin to break down. As a disc�s outer shell becomes weak and brittle, it becomes more prone to tearing and allowing its nucleus to escape.
What are the Symptoms of a Slipped Disc?
Believe it or not, many individuals have slipped discs without exhibiting any symptoms at all. These patients sometimes only receive a slipped disc diagnosis because an diagnostic MRI or CT scan for a totally separate issue has revealed a spinal disc herniation. However, those who do experience symptoms can feel radiating pain, numbness, tingling, and muscle weakness. These symptoms occur when the inner disc material seeps into the spinal canal and presses against a spinal nerve, nerve root, or even the spinal cord itself. The exact location of a patient�s symptoms will vary depending on which region of the spine contains neural compression: When a nerve in the cervical spine (neck) is affected, symptoms can be experienced in the neck, upper back, shoulders, arms, and/or hands; neural compression in the lumbar spine (lower back) can cause symptoms in the lower back, hips, buttocks, legs, and/or feet.
How is a Slipped Disc Treated?
Most patients who receive a slipped disc diagnosis will be advised to follow a regimen of conservative, nonsurgical treatments. This could include taking over-the-counter, nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), such as naproxen or ibuprofen; alternating between applying a heating pad and a cold compress; losing weight (if applicable); attending physical therapy; or getting limited bed rest. In the event that a patient�s symptoms persist despite following a conservative treatment method, his or her physician may recommend surgical treatment. If your physician recommends surgery at any point during your treatment, you may want to pursue a second opinion before consenting to an operation.
About The Author: Patrick Foote is the Director of eBusiness at Laser Spine Institute, which specializes in safe and effective outpatient treatments for patients who have received a slipped disc diagnosis. http://www.laserspineinstitute.com/back_problems/slipped_disc/dianosis/
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