Herniated disk posteriorly

What does "Herniated disk posteriorly" mean in a report or doctor's letter? In our medical dictionary, you will find a patient-friendly explanation of the meaning of this medical term.

Explanation

A "herniated disk posteriorly" refers to a condition where the soft, jelly-like center of a spinal disk pushes out through a tear in the tougher exterior casing. This happens towards the back side of the body, which is what "posteriorly" means. It can irritate nearby nerves and result in pain, numbness or weakness in an arm or leg. Not everyone who has a herniated disk will experience these symptoms.

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