Slipped Disc

Slipped Disc Treatment in Kondapur, Hyderabad

A problem with the rubbery disc between the spinal bones is referred to as Slipped Disc.

Some common symptoms may be pain and numbness in the arm or leg. Not every disc requires intervention, however, if required then treatments include certain medications or surgery.

What Is Slipped Disc?

A slipped disc occurs when cushion-like pads between vertebrae move out of position or when a soft cushion of tissue between the bones in your spine pushes out, it is rather painful if it presses on the nerves.

Some of the common treatments include medication, physiotherapy or sometimes surgery or it can also get better with gentle exercises, painkillers or rest.

What Are The Symptoms Of Slipped Disc?

Some discs do not show any form of symptoms, however, some do and a few of the common signs and symptoms may include:

• Numbness in arms or legs
• Pins and needles in arms or legs
• Tingling in arms or legs
• Weakness
• Pain behind shoulder blades or buttocks
• Pain running down on one or both arms or legs
• In severe cases, loss of bladder control

When To See A Doctor?

If you notice any of the following symptoms:

• Pain running down on one arm or both arms or legs
• Weakness in arms or legs
• Tingling or pins and needles in arms or legs

Or any of the symptoms mentioned before, you should seek immediate medical attention and schedule your appointment with healthcare professionals at the earliest.

Request an appointment at Apollo Spectra Hospitals, Kondapur

Call 1860-500-2244 to book an appointment

How Can We Prevent Slipped Disc?

Slipped discs are curable and can be prevented by making few adjustments in your current nutrition and diet plan.

Some of the preventive measures of Slipped disc are as follows:

• Maintaining a healthy weight
• Stop smoking
• Keeping a good posture
• Stretching often
• Exercising regularly
• Practising yoga, swimming etc.

How Is Slipped Disc Diagnosed?

When you experience signs and symptoms like weakness, tingling or pins and needles or pain in your arms, then you must consult a healthcare professional.

To make a diagnosis, your healthcare professional at Apollo Kondapur may ask you to go through certain diagnostic tests and procedures, such as:

• X-Ray
• CT Scan
• MRI
• Myelogram

How Can We Treat Slipped Disc?

Some discs are self-curing where all the symptoms may disappear and it might take about six or eight weeks for it to cure.

However, treatments like light exercises, rest, physiotherapy can help cure slipped discs and if required surgery can also be conducted in certain cases.

You must consult a doctor so that they can guide you furthermore and educate you on what treatment may suit you best.

Slipped discs are common in people over the age of 30, and are about more common in men than in women. It is a curable condition and can be prevented.

Maintaining a healthy weight, a good posture and exercising regularly can help prevent or cure slipped disc or taking certain medications prescribed by the doctor can help.