Overview
Definition
Extrusion of nucleus pulposus through annulus fibrosus.
Epidemiology
Varies globally. Often age and lifestyle dependent.
Etiology & Risk Factors
- Aging, lifting trauma.
Clinical Symptoms
- Radicular pain (sciatica)
- numbness
- weakness.
Clinical Approach
Diagnosis
- Positive straight leg raise
- MRI.
Management
- NSAIDs
- Physical therapy
- Epidural injections
- Discectomy.
Complications
- Cauda equina syndrome.