Herniated Discs and Lower Back Pain Quiz
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What is a common symptom of herniated discs in the lower back?

  • Shoulder pain
  • Leg pain or numbness (correct)
  • Headache
  • Neck pain

What causes the pain or numbness in the legs associated with herniated discs?

  • Sciatica
  • Muscle strain in the lower back
  • Inflammation of the hip joints
  • Pressure on nerve roots from protruding disc (correct)

What part of the spine is affected by herniated discs causing leg pain or numbness?

  • Cervical spine
  • Sacral spine
  • Lumbar spine (correct)
  • Thoracic spine

Which term best describes the condition when the inner portion of the disc protrudes?

<p>Herniation (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a likely consequence of pressure on nerve roots from a herniated disc?

<p>Pain or numbness in legs (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Herniated Discs

  • Herniated discs occur when the inner portion of the disc protrudes
  • This protrusion puts pressure on the nerve roots leading from the spine
  • A common symptom of herniated discs in the lower back is pain or numbness in the legs

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Test your knowledge on herniated discs and lower back pain, conditions where the inner portion of the disc protrudes, putting pressure on nerve roots. Learn about common symptoms like leg pain and numbness.

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