herniated disk

American  

noun

Pathology.

1. an abnormal protrusion of a spinal disk between vertebrae, most often in the lumbar region of the spine, causing pain due to pressure on spinal nerves.

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Example Sentences

For Raed Hammad, a 54-year-old Jordanian man who worked as a cab driver until a herniated disk made sitting in a car seat all day untenable, it seemed like the opportunity he never found in his home country.

From Los Angeles Times

Brown has a herniated disk in his back and will be reevaluated in two weeks.

From Los Angeles Times

Phillips ended up with a herniated disk that led to the loss of his swing.

From Seattle Times

His rookie year was derailed by repeated injuries, including a herniated disk, tight hamstrings and a knee issue.

From Los Angeles Times

He ruptured his Achilles tendon getting ready for 2013 season, and then had a herniated disk.

From Seattle Times