Is a Herniated Disc the Same as a Bulging or Slipped Disc?
It’s fairly common, in the aftermath of a motor vehicle accident or slip and fall, to be diagnosed with a herniated disc or similar back/spine problem. When you’ve suffered any type of needless injury because of the wrongful acts of another person, you want a proven lawyer to protect your rights. You want attorney Michael R. De La Paz.
What Is a Herniated Disc?
Your spine is a complex organism, with 33 bones over three sections, which protect the pathways from your brain to the rest of your body. Those bones, called vertebrae, allow you to move, stand, twist and bend. To prevent wear and tear, they are separated and cushioned by jelly-like plates known as discs. When those discs are compromised in any way, whether due to disease or injury, the outer wall can collapse or even rupture. When the outer wall remains intact, but protrudes out, it’s referred to as a bulging disc. When the outer wall breaks down, it’s called a herniated disc. According to statistics, about two percent of all Americans seek medical treatment every year for a herniated disc and even more people suffer from bulging discs.
What Are the Common Symptoms of a Herniated Disc?
Regardless of where the injured disc is, you can expect any or all of the following:
- Pain in your arms and/or legs
- A tingling or burning sensation at or near the site of the herniated disc
- Increased pain after standing or sitting for any length of time
- Numbness on one side of your body
- Aggravation of back pain while sleeping
Let Attorney Michael R. De La Paz Help Protect Your Rights after a Disc Injury
At the Law Office of Michael R. De La Paz, we have aggressively fought for the rights of personal injury victims in Texas for more than 26 years, from Austin and Dallas to El Paso and San Antonio. We have successfully represented clients across the country who have suffered back or spinal injury, including herniated discs. Arrange a free consultation today to evaluate your potential case.
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