In this video, we will do home based self test to diagnose slip disc and sciatica. Test for disc prolapse (L4 L5 & L5 S1), disc compression, back pain and sciatica in tamil.

Slip disc or protruding disc occurs when the cushionlike cartilage (the disc) in between the vertebrae is torn, and the central core (Nucleus Pulposus) of the disc leaks. Slip disc can occur at any part of the spine, cervical (neck), thoracic (upper and midback) and/or lumbar spine (lower back).  Slip disc can be caused by a sudden trauma or by longterm pressure on the spine (prolonged sitting). People aged between 30 to 50 years are most commonly affected by slip disc. Repeated lifting, poor posture, sedentary life style and obesity are some of the risk factors for herniated disc.

A herniated disc injury is suspected when the back pain is aggravated by:
* prolonged sitting
* lifting weights
* forward bending
* coughing or sneezing

In severe cases, a prolapsed disc might compress the sciatic nerve causing radiating pain, which runs from lower back, down through the buttock, hamstrings and into the lower leg, known as sciatica.

In this video, we will demonstrate the following tests.

1. Slump Test
2. Heel Drop Test
3. Heel / Toe walk test
4. Lumbar List

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