Who is affected by a herniated disc Who is affected by a herniated disc Many people have a herniated disc in the back and are not aware of it because they have no symptoms of leg or back pain. However, for some people herniated discs do cause leg or back pain.
Herniated discs can occur in people of all ages.
They are most common in people between 35 and 45 years old. 2 Herniated discs are common in people who perform heavy manual labor and those who drive motor vehicles for long periods of time. This information is not intended to replace the advice of a doctor. Healthwise disclaims any liability for the decisions you make based on this information. For more information, click here .