Disk Herniation / Disk Pathology / Disk Bulge
When the spine experiences a problem with one of the rubbery cushions (disks) that sit between the individual bones (vertebrae) that stack to make your spine, this is referred to as a herniated disk. Several terms are used to describe spinal disk pain and spinal disk issues. Often, they are used interchangeably. Some of the most prevalent terms used include:
- Pinched nerve
- Slipped disk
- Herniated disk
- Torn/ruptured disk
- Disk protrusion
- Bulging disk