Definition
The intervertebral disc in the lower-back region of the spine. Disc prolapse (herniation) here compresses nerve roots and is a leading cause of sciatica and back pain.
Lumbar Disc
Modern MedicalA lumbar disc is one of the cushioning discs between the vertebrae of the lower back. Each has a tough outer ring and a softer centre that absorbs shock and allows the spine to bend. When a lumbar disc prolapses, it can press on nerve roots and cause back pain or sciatica. At AVN Arogya this is assessed in patients with lumbar slip disc.
Also known as: Lumbar Disc Prolapse, Slipped Disc
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