How to Use the Lumbar Disc Risk Self-Checker
Lumbar disc herniation (slipped disc) is one of the most common back conditions. Sedentary office workers and those who frequently lift heavy objects are at highest risk. This tool helps identify your key risk factors.
Radiating leg pain, numbness, and leg weakness are signs of nerve compression and require prompt medical evaluation. Simple back pain without these signs can often be managed with core strengthening and stretching.
Frequently Asked Questions
During the acute phase (1–2 weeks), avoid strenuous activity and rest. Afterward, gradually start low-impact exercise like swimming or walking, then progress to core strengthening. Moving is generally better than complete rest.
Sitting increases lumbar disc pressure by about 40% compared to standing. Use a chair that supports the lumbar curve, sit with your feet flat on the floor, and take a standing stretch break every hour.
Sciatica-pattern leg pain, back pain that worsens with coughing/sneezing, and pain that increases when bending forward suggest disc herniation. An MRI is required for definitive diagnosis and treatment planning.