Overview
Spinal disk herniation, also known as a slipped or herniated disk, occurs when the soft center of a spinal disk pushes through a crack in the tougher exterior casing.
Symptoms
A herniated disk can irritate nearby nerves and result in pain, numbness, or weakness in an arm or leg.
Treatment
Treatment includes medication, physical therapy, and possibly surgery.
Last Updated: September 26th, 2019