Please see the index below for a list of all our articles on Herniated Discs.

If you are new to the subject, we recommend starting with: What's a Herniated Disc, Pinched Nerve, Bulging Disc...?

A herniated disc in the low back is diagnosed through a medical history, a physical exam, and – when appropriate – advanced diagnostic testing. 

Diagnosing disc problems involves physical exams, imaging tests, and symptom evaluation to determine the nature and severity of the issue.

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