A slipped disc can result from a number of circumstances, including:

● Age: As discs age, they naturally become less flexible and hydrated, which increases the likelihood of tears.

● Poor lifting technique: Excessive strain on discs can occur when lifting big goods and restricting the back.

● Repetitive stress: Frequent twisting, bending, or heavy lifting in the course of a job or activity can raise your risk.

● Obesity: Carrying too much weight strains the spine, especially the discs.

The location and degree of nerve compression can affect the symptoms of a slipped disc. Typical indications could be:

● Pain in the leg, buttocks, or lower back that is frequently described as radiating, acute, or scorching

● Weakness, tingling, or numbness in the foot or leg

● Unable to stand or walk for extended periods of time

● A physical examination, imaging tests such as MRIs or X-rays to visualise the spine and discs, and occasionally nerve conduction studies to evaluate nerve function are usually used in the diagnosis of a slipped disc.

Physical therapy to increase core strength and flexibility, pain medication, and activity changes are frequently the primary treatments for a slipped disc. In rare circumstances, sudden pain or ongoing nerve compression may be treated with injections or surgery.