Herniated discs are often referred to as "slipped discs". This term derived from the action of the nucleus tissue when it is forced from the center of the disc. The disc itself does not slip. However, the nucleus tissues located in the center of the disc can be placed under so much pressure that it can cause the annulus to herniated or rupture against one or more of the spinal nerves which can cause pain, numbness, or weakness in the low back. leg or foot.

Other names used for herniated discs are "prolapsed", "bulging", "ruptured".

• What is a herniated disc?

• Treatments for herniated lumbar discs

• What is Endoscopic Discectomy?

• Who should consider Endoscopic discectomy procedure?

• Who should not consider Endoscopic discectomy procedure?

• The Endoscopic Discectomy surgery procedure.

• After a surgical operation Course.

• What is the advantage of Endoscopic Discectomy?

• Summary of Endoscopic Discectomy procedure.