Yet last year, Chris found himself with a debilitating herniated disc in his back and the real possibility of a medical retirement ... He had neck and back pain here and there but could typically work ...
An MRI scan revealed severe spinal canal stenosis at L3-L4 and L4-L5, as well as a herniated nucleus pulposus on the right at L5-S1 (Figs 11, 12). DC underwent a L3-L5 decompressive laminectomy ...
By understanding the symptoms and available treatments for osteoarthritis and herniated discs, older adults and their caregivers can take proactive steps toward managing pain effectively and ...