Slipped discOverview

overview

A slipped disc, also called a prolapsed or herniated disc, is where a soft cushion of tissue between the bones in your spine pushes out of place.

symptoms

Symptoms of a slipped disc include lower back pain, neck pain and difficulty bending your back.

treatments_overview

The pain from a slipped disc usually gets better if you stay active and take painkillers. A GP may prescribe stronger painkillers if you need them.

self_care

other_treatments

causes

A slipped disc can be caused by things like ageing, exercising too hard or lifting heavy objects the wrong way.