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Does a Herniated Disc Mean the End of Your Career?

on May 19, 2023 | By The Barricaid Team

A herniated disc is a common injury that can cause immense pain and discomfort. It occurs when a spinal disc, the rubbery cushion that sits between vertebrae, becomes damaged or ruptured, causing the inner gel-like substance to protrude ...

Understanding Revision Discectomy

on May 17, 2023 | By The Barricaid Team

Spinal disc herniation, commonly referred to as a slipped disc, is a painful condition that affects millions of people worldwide. It occurs when the soft cushion-like discs between the vertebrae of the spine bulge or rupture, leading to ...

Sciatica’s 4 Stages

on May 15, 2023 | By The Barricaid Team

When Italian anatomist Domenico Cotugno wrote what is considered the first known book on sciatica in 1764, he described it as a "nervous disease." Cotugno was not too far off the mark. In fact, sciatica is a nerve-based condition that ...

How Long Should I Get Bed Rest After Having Surgery for a Herniated Disc?

Bed Rest Duration Following Spinal Disc Herniation Surgery

on May 12, 2023 | By The Barricaid Team

If you have a herniated disc, also known as a slipped disc, you may experience severe pain and disability that affects your daily activities. A herniated disc occurs when the soft inner portion of the disc (nucleus) protrudes outside ...

Can People Get Herniated Discs When They're Younger?

Understanding Herniated Discs in Young People

on May 10, 2023 | By The Barricaid Team

Herniated discs are a common spinal condition that can cause pain, numbness, and weakness in the back, neck, arms, or legs. They occur when the soft inner material of a disc (the cushion between the vertebrae) bulges out through a tear or ...

Can Lumbar Microdiscectomy Treat Degenerative Disc Disease?

Can Lumbar Microdiscectomy Surgery Be Used to Treat Degenerative Disc Disease?

on May 8, 2023 | By The Barricaid Team

Degenerative disc disease (DDD) is a condition that affects the discs between the vertebrae in the spine. These discs act as shock absorbers and allow the spine to bend and twist. Over time, due to aging, injury, or other factors, the ...

Activities that May Be Permanently Restricted Following a Discectomy

on May 5, 2023 | By The Barricaid Team

A discectomy is a surgical procedure that removes part or all of a damaged spinal disc to relieve pressure on the spinal nerves and reduce back pain. It can be done as an open surgery or a minimally invasive microdiscectomy, depending on ...

Bulging Discs: Understanding the Worst-Case Scenarios

on May 3, 2023 | By The Barricaid Team

If you are dealing with a bulging disc, you are not alone. It is estimated that up to 80 percent of people will experience back pain at some point in their lives, and while a bulging disc can cause discomfort and limit mobility, it is ...

Things You Need at Home After Having a Discectomy

Discectomy Recovery: Must-Have Items for Your Home

on May 1, 2023 | By The Barricaid Team

If you have a herniated disc that causes pain, numbness, or weakness in your back, legs, hips, or feet, you may need discectomy surgery to remove the damaged part of the disc and relieve the pressure on the spinal nerves. A discectomy is a ...

How to Eat Right for Sciatica: Foods to Avoid

on April 28, 2023 | By The Barricaid Team

Sciatica is a common type of pain that originates in the sciatic nerve, which runs from the lower back to the legs. This pain can range from mild to severe and can be debilitating, making it difficult to perform everyday activities. ...

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