Why do lumbar intervertebral discs herniate? Why does a herniated lumbar disc occur?

The human body has five lumbar vertebrae, each of which consists of a vertebral body in front and an appendage in the back. The inner edge of the vertebral plate is arch-shaped, and the vertebral arch and the posterior edge of the vertebral body are enclosed into a vertebral foramen, and the upper and lower vertebral foramina are connected to form a spinal canal, through which the spinal cord and nerves pass, and the joint part between the two vertebral bodies is the intervertebral disc. It is composed of two parts: the annulus fibrous and the nucleus pulposus.

The nucleus pulposus is located in the intervertebral disc**, which is a rich, jelly-like elastin. Around the nucleus pulposus is the fibrous ring, which connects the two vertebral bodies together and firmly fixes the nucleus pulposus in **.

When the vertebral body is subjected to longitudinal load, the nucleus pulposus is expanded to the periphery with its good elasticity to cushion the pressure, which has a shock-absorbing effect and prevents the brain when walking, bouncing and running. It also allows the spine to have maximum range of motion, allowing the person to move in all directions of the lower back. This structure of the intervertebral disc allows the vertebral bodies to move with the help of the elasticity and movement of the nucleus pulposus and the tension of the annulus fibrosus, but once the annulus fibrous is damaged, the nucleus pulposus wrapped in it will protrude outward through the broken annulus fibrosus, that is, the intervertebral disc herniation (prolapse) occurs, compressing the spinal cord or nerve roots, causing corresponding symptoms and signs.

Yes, it will not be more serious, it is recommended to actively **, TCM plaster acupuncture point external treatment, can treat both the symptoms and the root causes, and the effect is good.

The pressure of life is getting bigger and bigger, many people are in a state of working for a long time, lack of exercise, for a long time, the lumbar intervertebral disc is becoming more and more protruding, some people can't straighten their waist in pain, can't walk normally, what needs to be reminded is the lumbar intervertebral disc herniation.

patients should go to the hospital in time**. So why does it happen with lumbar intervertebral disc herniation, and 8 factors of lumbar intervertebral disc herniation tell you.

1. Age factor: Lumbar intervertebral disc herniation factor, among which age factor is one of them, generally more common in people around 20-40 years old, lumbar intervertebral disc is the heaviest place in the body, so after the age of 20, the lumbar intervertebral disc begins to slowly degenerate, due to dehydration.

As a result, the intervertebral disc slowly begins to thin.

2. Long-term shock: resulting in a herniated lumbar disc.

Another reason is that the long-term vibration, in the process of driving, in a bumpy state, the lumbar intervertebral disc is under a lot of pressure, and the lumbar disc herniates after a long time.

3. Excessive load: Some coal miners or construction workers are prone to lumbar disc herniation if they are engaged in bending over work for a long time.

4. Trauma: If you have suffered trauma to the waist, such as: waist injury, flash waist.

This is also the cause of the herniated disc in the lumbar area.

5. Social factors: Lumbar disc herniation has a certain relationship with the occupation they are engaged in, and there will be people with lumbar disc herniation in all walks of life, but people who often bend over have a higher probability of suffering from lumbar disc herniation.

6. Degenerative changes of lumbar intervertebral discs: This is one of the causes of lumbar disc herniation.

7. The role of external forces: Some people lift heavy things for a long time, and after a long time, it will induce a herniated disc in the waist.

8. Lumbar disc herniation for a long time gradually lacks blood circulation, resulting in poor repair ability, if there are external factors, it may lead to lumbar disc herniation.

The above is the introduction of the factors of lumbar disc herniation, do you understand it, it should be noted that it is necessary to strengthen exercise at ordinary times, it is best not to lift heavy things, and do not bend over for a long time, if you have more questions about the factors of lumbar disc herniation that need to be consulted, you can go to the local hospital for a more detailed consultation.

The cause of lumbar intervertebral disc bulge is the degeneration of intervertebral disc tissue, fiber rupture caused by trauma, long-term fatigue, strain, uncoordinated force, improper posture, invasion of wind, cold and dampness, etc., and the 'nucleus pulposus' bulges from the destruction, compressing the adjacent nerves and spinal cord, resulting in edema, spinal stenosis, scoliosis, etc. There is a definite relationship with the usual habits. Lumbar intervertebral disc herniation is mainly due to its own factors, degenerative diseases or external damage, the fibrous annulus outside the intervertebral disc is damaged, so that the nucleus pulposus surrounded by the fibrous annulus prolapses out at the damaged site, and then compresses the spinal cord and nerves in the spinal canal, resulting in low back pain, numbness, and downward radial pain, in addition to genetics, the cause is mostly related to the patient's own daily habits, such as long-term work to maintain a sitting posture, abnormal sleeping posture, etc.

At present, the methods for lumbar intervertebral disc herniation are mainly support** or traditional Chinese medicine physiotherapy, such as massage, massage, electrotherapy, etc., which can effectively alleviate its clinical symptoms. Surgery** is mainly used for patients who are ineffective in traditional Chinese medicine or have serious lesions, and at the same time, patients should avoid weight-bearing exercise as much as possible, maintain absolute bed rest at the beginning of the disease, and can sleep on hard beds.

Intervertebral disc degeneration: With age, the intervertebral disc gradually degenerates, the water content of the annulus fibrosus and the nucleus pulposus gradually decreases, the nucleus pulposus loses its elasticity, and the annulus fibrous gradually cracks. On the basis of degeneration, the accumulation of strain and the action of external force, the intervertebral disc ruptures, the nucleus pulposus, the fibrous annulus and even the endplate protrude backward, and in severe cases, compresses the nerve and produces symptoms.

Injury: Cumulative injury is the main cause of disc degeneration. Repeated bending and twisting are the most likely to cause disc injuries.

Pregnancy: During pregnancy, the entire ligament is in a state of relaxation, and the lumbosacral region is subjected to greater locust type stress than usual, increasing the risk of intervertebral disc herniation.

Genetic factors: approximately 32% of adolescents younger than 20 years of age have a positive family history.

Lumbar spine dysplasia: Lumbar spine dysplasia puts abnormal stress on the lower lumbar spine, which increases the risk of disc damage.

Intervertebral disc herniation is generally due to external involvement or no obvious cause, such as frequent bowing of the head and bending over the laborer, and the development of a poor burning lifestyle such as maintaining a sitting position in the first segment for a long time.

The so-called lumbar disc herniation is actually lumbar detachment. In the final analysis, the reason for this kind of original change is actually too tired, so that the waist is often out of joint. Therefore, this kind of disease can only make oneself better through the quiet situation and auspicious judgment. In the future, you can do less tiring work.

Intervertebral disc herniation is generally a kind of spinal injury blind lesion that is slowly formed due to long-term sitting and standing posture. Or it may be due to long-term heavy exertion. So, first, we don't have to sit for a long time, and second, we don't overwork ourselves to take care of our spine.

<> the follow-up hail of lumbar joint hyperplasia, the origin of the mountain will be in the middle of the protrusion.

It's because the position of our normal lumbar disc has changed to a certain extent, and after the change, the symptoms of crushing the nerve will occur.

The waist and spine are squeezed, and the lubricating fluid is squeezed out after the end, and the long tan or sedentary period, or the back is heavy, or the body is fat, and the pressure is on the chawu. Hanging the horizontal bar more and insisting on taking a nap on the inner day will help relieve and recover the lumbar protrusion.

Intervertebral disc strain, also known as disc degeneration (degenerative changes), is a common cause of herniated discs. As we age, the intervertebral discs gradually lose water and lose their elasticity. The fibrous ring of the outer layer of the intervertebral disc will produce tiny lump tears or cracks, which will decrease in strength and collapse, and the gelatinous material in the inner layer will protrude outward through the weak points where the cracks exist, causing the intervertebral disc to bulge or crack.

Some people will get a herniated lumbar disc, which is caused by age or bad lifestyle habits.

Intervertebral disc degeneration, strain, trauma, genetic congenital factors, etc. are the main causes of lumbar disc herniation.

Lumbar disc herniation is a common orthopedic disease, and the main symptoms of lumbar disc herniation are low back pain, numbness and pain in one or both lower limbs. In severe cases, symptoms such as incontinence can also occur, which will directly affect the normal life of the patient, and may also cause serious complications such as muscle atrophy of the lower limbs, foot drop, and paralysis of both lower limbs.

Among them, intervertebral disc degeneration, strain, trauma, and genetic congenital factors are common causes of intervertebral disc herniation. The degeneration of lumbar intervertebral disc and the degeneration of the nucleus pulposus are mainly manifested as a decrease in water content, and can cause small-scale pathological changes such as instability and loosening of the vertebral segment due to water loss; Long-term improper lumbar posture, excessive burden on the lumbar spine, or sudden excessive force on the lumbar spine can all lead to lumbar disc herniation.

There is no conclusive conclusion on the relationship between lumbar disc herniation and genetic factors, but it is certain that some people with congenital dysplasia of the lumbar spine have more chances of developing lumbar disc herniation.

The cause of lumbar disc herniation is mainly injury; degenerative changes; osteoporosis due to calcium deficiency; genetic factors and so on. Diagnosis can be confirmed by CT or MRI. If the symptoms are mild, you can apply a hot towel to the topic, or use physical ** to get good results.