{"id":5176,"date":"2024-02-17T10:01:12","date_gmt":"2024-02-17T02:01:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/manjimupphysiotherapy.com.au\/?p=5176"},"modified":"2024-02-17T10:01:41","modified_gmt":"2024-02-17T02:01:41","slug":"herniated-discs","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/manjimupphysiotherapy.com.au\/herniated-discs\/","title":{"rendered":"Herniated Discs"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Herniated discs, also known as slipped or ruptured discs, can be a source of significant discomfort and pain for many individuals. These spinal injuries occur when the soft, gel-like centre of a spinal disc pushes through a tear in the tougher exterior.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>They often result from the natural aging process, where spinal discs lose their water content and become less flexible. However, several factors can contribute to the development of herniated discs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The symptoms of a herniated disc can vary depending on the location and severity of the injury. Common signs include: pain, numbness and tingling, muscle weakness and difficulty walking.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Understanding the causes, symptoms, and available treatments for herniated discs is crucial for those dealing with this condition. Early intervention and a comprehensive approach to managing symptoms can significantly improve the quality of life for individuals affected by herniated discs. If you suspect you have a herniated disc or are experiencing persistent back or neck pain, it&#8217;s essential to consult with a physiotherapist for a proper diagnosis and personalised treatment plan as soon as possible.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Herniated discs, also known as slipped or ruptured discs, can be a source of significant discomfort and pain for many individuals. These spinal injuries occur when the soft, gel-like centre of a spinal disc pushes through a tear in the tougher exterior. They often result from the natural aging process, where spinal discs lose their [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":5,"featured_media":4874,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/manjimupphysiotherapy.com.au\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/5176"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/manjimupphysiotherapy.com.au\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/manjimupphysiotherapy.com.au\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/manjimupphysiotherapy.com.au\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/5"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/manjimupphysiotherapy.com.au\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=5176"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/manjimupphysiotherapy.com.au\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/5176\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/manjimupphysiotherapy.com.au\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/4874"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/manjimupphysiotherapy.com.au\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=5176"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/manjimupphysiotherapy.com.au\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=5176"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/manjimupphysiotherapy.com.au\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=5176"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}