3.Who Gets It?
You’re more likely to tear a disk if you lift, push, or bend a lot or do the same motion over and over. Think of warehouse or delivery workers. Sitting all day in the same position, as many office workers do, can also do it. It happens more after middle age and if you’re overweight or a smoker. Some people inherit genes from their parents that lead to disk problems.
4.How Is It Diagnosed?
Your doctor will ask detailed questions about your symptoms and test your reflexes and muscle strength. They might rub, touch, or prick your skin to see how much you can feel. You may also need to get some imaging tests, like an X-ray, CT scan, or MRI.
