Is a grade two lumbar disc herniation serious?
Updated on April 14, 2025
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Lumbar disc herniation level II is a moderate condition, primarily characterized by self-perceived pain in the lower back and legs, numbness in the skin of the lower limbs, and weakened muscle strength. Clinically, positive findings include tenderness in the lower back, percussion pain, and a positive straight leg raise test. Some may experience weakened dorsiflexor muscles of the big toe. Diagnosis can be confirmed through electromyography, CT scans, and MRI of the lumbar region. Treatment options include conservative care, lying on a hard bed, wearing lumbar support, using pelvic traction, and applying therapies such as lumbar massage, physiotherapy, diathermy, and acupuncture.
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