Here's what a herniated disc is, what causes it and what sort of treatment options are available and recommended if you experience one.

A bulging disc in the neck occurs when the gel-like center of a spinal disc protrudes into the spinal cord. This can cause pain in the neck, shoulders, arms, and back. Certain exercises or stretches ...

About 80% of Americans have low back pain at some point. It’s usually short-lived, but if yours lingers for weeks or months, you may wonder if surgery would help. Low back pain has many causes. Often ...

One of the most common complaints from people suffering from chronic back pain is how stiff and sore their back feels first thing in the morning. For some, it seems random - almost like they’ve ...

The spinal discs are shock-absorbing cushions between the vertebrae. Vertebrae are the large bones of the spinal column. If the spinal column tears open and the discs protrude outward, they can press ...

SAN FRANCISCO (CBS/AP) -- San Francisco Giants outfielder Angel Pagan will have season-ending surgery to repair a bulging disc in his back. Manager Bruce Bochy said the operation will be Thursday in ...

Ever feel that stabbing twinge or mild ache in your back when you bend to pick something up, lace your shoes, or even just bend over the sink? You're not alone. Back pain when bending is a very normal ...