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Slipped Disc or Prolapsed Intervertebral Disc

Slipped Disc or Prolapsed Intervertebral Disc - What it is

severe back pain due to slipped disc

A slipped disc is when a piece of the soft centre of the disc (nucleus pulposus) bulges or protrudes out through a weakness in the outer part of the disc. This often causes sudden, severe lower back pain.

Slipped Disc or Prolapsed Intervertebral Disc - How to prevent?

Slipped Disc or Prolapsed Intervertebral Disc - Preparing for surgery

Slipped Disc or Prolapsed Intervertebral Disc - Post-surgery care

Slipped Disc or Prolapsed Intervertebral Disc - Other Information

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