Watch the video 'Can a herniated disc cause leg pain or sciatica'?

If you’ve felt sharp pain travelling from your lower back into your leg, you might be wondering if it’s sciatica and whether a herniated, slipped or bulging disc is the cause.

At Harpenden Sports & Spinal, we see this every day, and the good news is that most people recover without surgery.

If you know or suspect a disc issue, you can read more here. More information on Herniated Disc Treatment 

If you want to understand what's going on and what your can do to fix your disc injury - I'll guide you here.

What is a herniated disc?

Your spine is made of vertebrae separated by discs that act like shock absorbers.

A herniated disc (often called a “slipped disc”) happens when some of the soft inner material pushes through the tougher outer wall.

When this occurs in the lower back, it can irritate or compress the sciatic nerve. For a deeper dive into symptoms and how to get help, see our page on More informatio...

Watch the video to understand how IDD Therapy treatment works – and that is it safe?

Are you wondering how IDD Therapy heals a herniated, slipped or bulging disc - and whether it’s safe?

You’re in the right place.

Below, I’ll explain what IDD Therapy treatment is, how it works, what you feel in a session I'll also make it clear how I ensure it is 100% safe for before starting treatment. Find out more about IDD therapy

What is IDD Therapy?

IDD stands for Intervertebral Disc Decompression. In simple terms, it’s a computer-controlled, non-surgical spinal decompression treatment designed specifically for disc problems and related nerve pain (like sciatica). 

If you picture a disc like a water balloon - or, better yet, like a car tyre - it’s easier to visualise it. . When a car tyre looses pressure it starts to bulge and its the same with a spinal disc. The disc loses internal pressure, it can bulge into the space where the spinal nerves run.

Those nerves are extremely sensitive, so ...

Watch the video to understand what is the best non-surgical treatment for a herniated disc?

Are you weighing up your options for the best treatment for your herniated (bulging/slipped) disc? You want to stay away from surgery/injections?

You’re in the right place! I've put together some practical advice and options as you work out what your next right step and my aim is to give you an informed choice

. More information - Finally a Solution for Your Herniated Disc

First things first: what’s going on with the disc?

Think of a disc like a water balloon or even a car tyre. When pressure drops inside the disc, it can bulge into the space where sensitive spinal nerves run. That’s why you might feel sharp back/leg pain, tingling, pins and needles, burning, or even a loss of strength.

 Practical advice that helps most people

I'd think of what to do in two phases:

Phase 1:  Settle the flare (early/acute pain)

• Keep gently active -avoid too much bed rest. Switch positions often: a

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