What is a slipped disc?
A slipped disc is the common term for a prolapsed or herniated spinal disc. These discs are set in position between the vertebrae and do not "slip". Instead, the disc's outer, fibrous ring tears, thereby allowing the soft, inner portion to extrude through the tear and press against the spinal nerves. Inflammatory chemicals may also be released as a result of the tear and may cause significant, lon...
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