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What is a bulging disc?

By Steve Hefferon
www.losethebackpain.com

Question

What is a bulging disc?

Answer

An intervertebral disc bulge occurs when the inner jelly substance pushes on the outer wall of the disc but doesn't completely go through the outer wall. The degree of pain and the limitation of pain free movement is dependent on the amount of pressure that bulge is putting on the nerve. A disc bulge is measured in millimeters and can be identified by both x-ray and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI).

If you suspect that you have a bulging disc, you will need to see a physician and get a full evaluation including an x-ray or MRI. Make sure the doctor also assesses you from a physical perspective to clinically identify any physical dysfunctions.

There are a variety of treatment options available for a bulging disc but the most powerful one is to identify the muscle imbalances responsible for your physical dysfunctions—dysfunctions that are the true root cause of your bulging disc.

About the Author:
Steve Hefferon is a sports massage therapist and co-founder of The Healthy Back Institute. Visit www.losethebackpain.com to sign up for your free back pain e-mail educational course.

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