What is an L5S1 disc herniation?
It is the rupture of the annulus that favors the exit of the nucleus pulposus towards the vertebral canal and that compresses the lumbar roots that form the sciatic nerve. For that reason the leg pain generated by a herniated disc is called sciatica.
Causes
At the bottom a disc can rupture forming a hernia in many ways from a big sneeze or when making a big effort moving a piece of furniture. It is usually the result of abnormal compression in the active part of the disc.
Symptoms
Pain that generally goes from the lower back, buttocks, thighs on the back, calves to those from the feet. In some cases, it can be associated with sensory alterations or loss of strength. In addition to the consequent loss of mobility.
Diagnostic
At the bottom a disc can rupture forming a hernia in many ways from a big sneeze or when making a big effort moving a piece of furniture. It is usually the result of abnormal compression in the active part of the disc.
Treatment
The initial treatment is medical/conservative (analgesic, anti-inflammatory and physiotherapy).
If the evolution is not favourable, surgical treatment is indicated. In this case, the best option is endoscopic surgery.
It is common for patients with sciatica to have started months or years earlier with low-back pain (lumbago). When this lumbar pain is the origin of the disc herniation, the most advisable thing to do is to apply surgery by means of arthroplasty in order to correct both injuries satisfactorily and simultaneously.
There are dramatic cases in which the patient suffers from a large herniated disc and suffers from severe neurological symptoms, such as HORSETAIL SYNDROME. In these patients the way to solve the problem is different. But we will talk about this subject in another article.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is an L5S1 disc herniation?
It is the rupture of the annulus that favours the exit of the nucleus pulposus towards the vertebral canal and that compresses the lumbar roots that form the sciatic nerve.
What are the symptoms of Herniated Disc L5S1?
Pain that generally goes from the lower back, buttocks, thighs on the back, calves to those from the feet. In some cases, it can be associated with sensory alterations or loss of strength. In addition to the consequent loss of mobility resulting from.
What is the L5S1 Herniated Disc Treatment?
The initial treatment is medical/conservative (analgesic, anti-inflammatory and physiotherapy). If the evolution is not favourable, surgical treatment is indicated.