What Are the Most Common Slipped Disc Symptoms?
The spine of the human body consists of 26 bones called vertebrae. Located between each vertebra are discs filled with a jellylike substance that acts as a cushion between the bones. A slipped disc, also known as a herniated or ruptured disc, occurs when the substance from the nucleus of a disc leaks into the spinal column. Slipped discs most often occur in the lower back, but they can occur in any part of the spine. The most common slipped disc symptoms include sciatica, numbness or weakness in the back, neck, legs, or arms, and back pain that worsens with certain positions. Discs generally are round and flat, and are comprised of the annulus, which is the tough outer layer, and the nucleus, which is the soft inner layer. Slipped disc symptoms often occur when there is a rupture in the annulus and part of the nucleus pushes through. The displacement of the jellylike substance can put pressure on nerves in the spinal column and cause pain, numbness, or weakness. Slipped disc symptoms t
