?? Do You Have a Herniated Disk: 3 Quick Tests You Can Try.
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Bob Schrupp and Brad Heineck, physical therapists, demonstrate three tests to determine if someone has a herniated disc, involving symptoms such as pain, weakness, numbness, and tingling below the knee. Symptoms of a herniated disc may include pain when coughing or sneezing and discomfort sitting, among others.
Insights
- Performing tests like the straight leg raise, walking on heels or toes, and seated/slump test can help diagnose a herniated disc by identifying specific symptoms like pain down the leg or discomfort sitting.
- Symptoms of a herniated disc encompass pain, numbness, tingling, weakness, discomfort while sitting, and pain during coughing or sneezing, indicating the range of issues associated with this condition.
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Recent questions
What are some symptoms of a herniated disc?
Pain, numbness, tingling, weakness, discomfort sitting, coughing pain.
How can a herniated disc be diagnosed?
Straight leg raise, walking tests, seated/slump test.
Who are Bob Schrupp and Brad Heineck?
Physical therapists known for providing information online.
What is a herniated disc?
Disc pushing on a nerve causing pain and discomfort.
How can one determine if they have a herniated disc?
Perform straight leg raise, walking tests, seated/slump test.
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