Understanding Herniated Discs

A herniated disc is also known as a bulging, slipped or ruptured disc. It is one of the most common causes of lower back pain, as well as leg pain, or sciatica. Herniated discs can occur in any part of the spine. Herniated discs are more common in the lower back, but also occur in the neck. Learn more about the causes, symptoms, diagnosis and treatment options available from Dr. Jonathan Erulkar at IBJI.

Dr. Jonathan Erulkar is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon who specializes in non-operative and operative management of cervical (neck), thoracic (upper back), and lumbar (lower back) conditions. In providing care, Dr. Erulkar tailors his treatments to the individual patient by correlating and considering medical history, physical examination, diagnostic imaging as well as work and social circumstances.