1. What it is
A disc between Lumbar Vertebrae L4–L5 slips or bulges and presses on nerves.
2. Main cause
Disc degeneration, heavy lifting, poor posture, or injury.
3. Key symptom
Lower back pain with shooting leg pain (sciatica).
4. Nerve involvement
Often compresses the Sciatic Nerve, leading to pain, tingling, and numbness.
5. Basic treatment
Rest, physiotherapy, core strengthening, pain relief, and posture correction.
Alert: Severe weakness, numbness, or loss of bladder control requires urgent medical care.