Causes and Symptoms of a Herniated Disk

Herniated disks can result from a myriad of situations, two of the most common of which are car accidents and workplace injuries. Generally, the symptoms of a herniated disk can include:

• Tingling, burning, aching, and/or pain throughout the body

• Sharp pains in the foot, calf, hip, or sole of foot (which indicate a herniated disk in the lower part of the back)

• Sharp pains in the neck, shoulder, or arms (which indicate a herniated disk in the neck)

 

Medical Treatment for Herniated Disks

Missouri residents suffering from a herniated disk might require a series of medical interventions to alleviate the pain or to correct the disk. Often, the medical treatment requires tests such as EMG, MRI, CT, x-rays, and nerve conduction; also, to correct the issue, the doctor may prescribe physical therapy, pain medication, or surgery, all of which generate substantial medical expenses. If your injury does require surgery, you may be facing one of three possible surgical operations, including:

• Discectomy – involves the removal of a part of the herniated disc that is putting pressure upon the spinal cord or nerve.

• Spinal fusions – involves the fusion of the vertebrae surrounding the painful disk.

• Laminectomy – a surgical procedure that relieves pressure on the spinal cord by removing a portion of the vertebrae.

 

How G. Gray Law Can Help

Although herniated disks can result from inherent aging processes, many are due to auto accidents, slips and falls, product defects, and other avoidable incidents. Also, by frequently lifting heavy objects at work, you can acquire a herniated disk over time.

Due to the nature of this injury and the extensive medical expenses involved, you should rightfully consider a Kansas City herniated disk attorney to provide experienced-backed legal representation to hold the responsible party(s) accountable.