What is a Herniated Disc? A herniated disc is also known as a slipped disc. In this condition, the inner rubbery cushion (intervertebral disc) slips out of the vertebrae into the spinal canal, therefore, pressing on the spinal nerves. A slipped disc or ruptured disc...
Overview: A pinched nerve in the neck can be caused due to bone spurs or pressure inserted by bulging or herniated disc. It refers to damage caused to the nerve root or group of nerves. A pinched or compressed nerve can cause pain as a warning signal. The symptoms...
Overview: Before learning the difference between bulging disc and herniated disc, it’s important to understand the spine. Our spinal cord is made up of vertebrae, between these vertebrae lies intervertebral discs acting like shock absorbers. These discs are...