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Yes, lifting something too heavy can lead to a bulging disc, especially if proper lifting techniques are not used. When excessive force is applied to the spine, it can cause the intervertebral discs to protrude or bulge, potentially compressing nearby nerves. This is more likely to occur if the lift involves twisting or bending at the waist rather than using the legs. It's important to lift with care and maintain good posture to reduce the risk of injury.
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How do you get a crushed disc?
A crushed disc usually occurs due to excessive force or pressure on the spine, which can happen through activities like lifting heavy objects incorrectly, being involved in a car accident, or having poor posture over time. This can lead to the disc material bulging out or rupturing, causing pain and other symptoms.
What is a problem caused by heavy lifting?
Muscle strains, damage to vertebral disc, etc.
What is another word or term for a bulging disk?
A more commonly used term for a bulging disc is a herniated disc. This ailment may also be referred to as a slipped disc, ruptured disc, or protruding disc.
What is minimal disc bulge at t10 and t11?
Minimal disc bulging means that you are at the beginning stages of a bulging disc. This can cause pain, numbness, and tingling in the neck and back.
Does Workman's comp cover a bulging disc?
If you can prove the bulging disc happened at work or is work related. Prior conditions and diagnoses will come into play.
What does neural foramen are narrow mean?
Bulging disc vs herniated disc
Can a herniated disc become a bulging disc in result of an auto accident?
Yes it can
I have a bulging disc and now I have tingling in my right foot is the dangerous?
You might have a pinched nerve, or something worse. I suggest going to the doctor.
How many epidurals are safe for a bulging disc?
TEN
What is a grade 2 bulging disc?
back and neck
What are other names for a herniated disc?
A herniated disc is also referred to as a slipped, rupture, bulging, or protruding disc.
How to Identify and Treat a Bulging Disc?
The pain caused by a bulging disc can be both intense and debilitating, and can be caused by any number of things. A bulging disc is essentially the bulging of a disc through the spine. Many people refer to a bulging disc as a herniated disc. While the two are nearly identical conditions, they are caused by two different events. A bulging disc is the result of a slow movement over time, often caused by age or activity over the course of several years. A herniated disc, on the other hand, is a result of one quick and traumatic action, often a fall or a heavy lift. It can be difficult to pinpoint the source of pain with a bulging disc, making it a difficult condition to both treat and diagnoses. However, the following symptoms are all common for sufferers of a bulging disc.Symptoms of a Bulging DiscBecause bulging discs can occur anywhere throughout the spine, symptoms can be present anywhere from the lower back all the way up to the neck. Most injuries occur in the lower back and are a natural result of aging. Lower back pain may radiate throughout the legs, making it a challenge to walk for long periods of time. If the bulging disc is located in the upper back or neck, pain might be more severe in the shoulders as well. For many people, there are no symptoms of a bulging disc, even if the condition has persisted for years. In these cases, the problem is only diagnoses after an MRI of the area.Treatment for a Bulging DiscBulging disc treatment can be a long process, taking months to heal completely. However, in most cases the treatment is very conservative. Most doctors will recommend alternating ice with heat pads to stimulate circulation and relieve pain in the area. Medication might be prescribed in order to reduce severe pain, or cortisone shots can serve as a more permanent solution to the discomfort. If a bulging disc has compressed nerves, pain may be so intense that back surgery is required, although that is a rare course of action.
