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Symptoms of a Bulging Disc in the Back

A common cause of back and leg pain is a bulging disc in the spine. Understanding the symptoms of a bulging disc can help you better discuss your condition with your physician.

  1. Types

    • A bulging disc is also commonly referred to as a herniated disc, a pinched nerve, a ruptured disc or a slipped disc.

    Identification

    • According to the Laser Spine Institute, a bulging disc is the material between spinal bones that has protruded out beyond the bone and has put pressure on the nerves that run along the spine.

    Function

    • A bulging disc can cause numbness and weakness in the legs, tingling of the feet and numbness in the arms.

    Significance

    • According to Spine-health.com, nearly 90 percent of bulging discs happen at the base of the spine. When a disc is bulging at the base of the spine, this can result in an inability to move the big toe, and it can also result in pain around the top of the foot.

    Expert Insight

    • The Laser Spine Institute indicates that if back pain is not accompanied by leg pain, then there is a possibility that the back pain is not being caused by a bulging disc.

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