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L4 L5 Disc Herniation Explained
L4-L5 disc herniation is a common spinal condition that occurs when the disc between the L4 and L5 vertebrae becomes weakened or damaged. This causes the disc to protrude beyond its usual boundaries in the spinal canal and potentially press on nearby spinal nerves, causing lower back pain, sciatica, and leg muscle weakness. L4-L5 is the second most common level for disc herniation (behind only L5-S1) and accounts for 15 to 20% of cases.
Strong Painkillers for Lower Back Pain
Most of us have a bottle of Advil or Tylenol in our medicine cabinets to ease minor aches and pains. But, when lower back pain becomes an everyday issue, what’s the next step? Medications are one of the primary treatments for lower back pain, and while they can help with daily discomfort, they come with various risks.