7 Silent Signs of a Slipped Disc You Could Be Ignoring

What is a slipped disc?

From too-high heels to poor nutrition, your back can start aching for any number of reasons. Sometimes, when the shock-absorbing discs in your vertebrae herniate or rupture, their gel-like center can press up against and irritate surrounding nerves. The result? You may feel significant pain. However, that’s not a guarantee—many people don’t have any symptoms. Here’s what you need to know to successfully identify (or prevent) a slipped disc.

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