Description
Herniated nucleus pulposus is where the soft, inner part of an intervertebral disc bulges through the outer, tougher layer.
Symptoms
- Neck or lower back pain
- Muscle weakness
- Numbness or tingling in arms or legs
- Pains in other parts of body
Action
- Manual therapy
- Modalities
- Exercise therapy
- Spinal traction (in severe cases)