Condition
Herniated Disc
A herniated disc occurs when the soft, gel-like center (nucleus pulposus) of an intervertebral disc pushes through a tear in the tough outer ring (annulus fibrosus). This can irritate or compress nearby nerves, leading to pain, numbness, or weakness in an arm or leg.
Herniated discs most commonly occur in the lumbar spine (lower back) but can also affect the cervical spine (neck). The condition can result from gradual disc degeneration, sudden trauma, improper lifting, or repetitive stress on the spine.
At Spinal Interventions, we offer a range of minimally invasive treatments for herniated discs, including epidural steroid injections, selective nerve root blocks, and other imaging-guided procedures to reduce inflammation and relieve nerve compression without surgery.
Common Symptoms
- Pain in the lower back, buttocks, thigh, or calf (lumbar herniation)
- Pain in the shoulder, arm, or hand (cervical herniation)
- Numbness or tingling in the affected area
- Muscle weakness in the arms or legs
- Pain that worsens with coughing, sneezing, or sitting
- Sciatica (radiating leg pain) with lumbar disc herniations
Treatment Options
- Epidural steroid injections
- Selective nerve root blocks
- Medication management
- Physical therapy referral
- Activity modification guidance
Patient Education Videos
Herniated Disc (Cervical)
Lumbar Epidural Steroid Injection
Lumbar Transforaminal Epidural Steroid Injection
Microdiscectomy with Annuloplasty (Lumbar Spine, Percutaneous Approach)
Frequently Asked Questions
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