Herniated Disc Slideshow

Facts about a Common Spinal Disorder

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What Happens When You Herniate a Disc?

Slide 1Herniated discs are among the most common spinal problems. They can occur in the cervical, thoracic, and lumbar regions of the spine. In this slideshow, you’ll learn all about herniated discs—from what causes them to what treats them. But before we get to that, let’s begin with a brief anatomy lesson.

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Reviewed by: Richard G. Fessler, MD, PhD.

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Lumbar Herniated Disc. NYU Hospital for Joint Diseases Spine Center Web site. Available at: http://www.med.nyu.edu/hjd/hjdspine/education/problems/backandleg/lumbarherniated.html. 2005. Accessed March 31, 2010.

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Herniated Disc Slideshow

Facts about a Common Spinal Disorder

What Happens When You Herniate a Disc?