Herniated Discs

Causes of a Herniated Disc

Approximately 80 percent of people will experience back pain at least once in their lives due to a variety of reasons, a very common reason of which is a herniated disc. A herniated disc is also referred to as a slipped or ruptured disc. With a herniated disc, the nucleus of the disc is pushed… 

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What Is Cervical Disc Herniation?

When you’re stressed or simply slept in a crooked posture the night before, you may feel pain in your neck and shoulders. Because of this, you may tend to ignore neck pain and figure it will go away. However, neck pain may also be a symptom of a spine condition called a cervical disc herniation…. 

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Responsibilities of an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon

Many orthopedic surgeons specialize in treating a certain area of the body or type of condition. They may focus on sports injuries, arthritis injuries, inherited (congenital) disorders, back issues, and more. An orthopedic spine surgeon specializes in issues that affect the back, and they can offer both nonsurgical and surgical treatment to help the patient… 

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