Lumbar Vertebrae Disk Herniation Quiz

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Tomohiro Hamahata, MD (Orthopedic surgery)

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  • Pain in the lower back worsens when standing up

  • Numbness

  • Pain on one side started first

  • Back pain that shoots to the legs

  • Hand tingling

  • Lying on the back improves pain

  • Pain from buttock to thigh

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Learn more about Lumbar vertebrae disk herniation

Content updated on Sep 20, 2022

What is lumbar vertebrae disk herniation?

Also known as a slipped disc, this condition involves damage to the cushioning disc between spinal bones, causing the disc to bulge or rupture. This can lead to pain and nerve irritation. Poor posture and heavy loads are some possible causes of slipped discs.

Symptoms of lumbar vertebrae disk herniation

  • Tingling or pricking numbness or pain in the legs that improves after a period of rest

  • Decreased sensation over skin

  • Low back pain

  • Numbness or abnormal sensation

  • Back pain that shoots to the legs

  • Numbness of the thigh

  • Reduced sensitivity to feeling pain

  • Numbness anywhere from the knees to the ankles

Questions your doctor may ask to check for lumbar vertebrae disk herniation

Your doctor may ask these questions to diagnose lumbar vertebrae disk herniation

  • Are you able to resume exercise after your pain and numbness improves with some rest?

  • Do you feel the sensation on your skin has changed?

  • Do you have pain in the lumbar back?

  • Do you feel any numbness or change in sensation?

  • Do you have pain or numbness in your buttocks, back of your thighs, shins, or feet?

Treatment for lumbar vertebrae disk herniation

Slipped disc treatment often includes exercise, physical therapy, and painkillers. In some cases, a needle procedure or surgery may be necessary to alleviate nerve pain.

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Reviewed By:

Tomohiro Hamahata

Tomohiro Hamahata, MD (Orthopedic surgery)

Dr. Hamahata graduated from the Jikei University of Medical Science. After working at Asanokawa General Hospital and Kosei Chuo Hospital, he joined the Department of Orthopedics at Asakusa Hospital in April 2021, specializing in general orthopedics and joint replacement surgery.

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