The disks between your vertebrae help cushion the spine and act as shock-absorbers, but over time they can flatten or rupture due to natural aging, certain movements, or a family history of disk disease. This doesn’t always cause pain, but when it does, it can be hugely uncomfortable. When a bulging disk is the culprit, doctors often start with over-the-counter medication, hot and cold packs, and physical therapy.
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