English

Alternative forms

• slipped disk

Noun

slipped disc ‎(plural slipped discs)

1. (pathology) A vertebral disc that protrudes into the spinal canal, exerting pressure on spinal nerves and causing backache or sciatica.

Usage notes

• This term is not medically accurate as the spinal discs are fixed in position between the vertebrae and cannot actually slip.

Synonyms

• spinal disc herniation

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