what is disc protrusion and what side effects
Disc protrusion is a common form of spinal disc deterioration that can cause neck and back pain. Changes occurring with the regular aging process are responsible for disc deteriorations, although an injury might speed the degenerative process.
It is this nerve compression that causes the most serious disc protrusion symptoms, including: 1  Local, chronic neck and back pain. 2  Pain, numbness and tingling in the extremities. 3  Sciatica. Loss of flexibility or mobility.  Stiffness or 1  soreness. Muscle weakness.