Spinal disc herniation

Do you know the backbone in your body? Imagine that it's like a tower made up of a lot of small blocks stacked on top of each other. These blocks in your body are called vertebrae. They are very strong and provide the support your body needs to sit, stand, and move.

Now imagine that there are little cushions between each of these vertebrae, like tiny pillows, to help them move smoothly against each other. These cushions are called intervertebral discs.

When a disc in the spine moves out of its original position, it is known as a herniated disc. This can happen if you have a really bad fall or do any activity that puts a lot of pressure on your spine. Sometimes, it just happens over time as we age, and our bodies start to wear down a bit.

When a disc herniates, it can put pressure on the nerves around it. This can cause a lot of pain and discomfort in the area, and sometimes even numbness or tingling sensations. It can also affect the functions of different body parts associated with that nerve.

Fortunately, most disc herniations can heal on their own over time, and the pain can be managed with proper care like medication, exercise, and physical therapy. But in severe cases, where there is significant nerve impingement, surgery may be required to fix the problem.

So always take good care of your body by stretching, exercising regularly, maintaining good posture, and avoiding activities that put excessive strain on your back to avoid a spinal disc herniation.