A bulging disc is a tough outer layer of disc which bulges into the spinal canal. A herniated disc is the problem in which the disc has fractured and some of the soft inner part has leaked out. Bulged disc is problem of vertebrae and occurs in the cervical spine (neck), thoracic spine (mid and upper back) and lumbar spine (lower back).
In our vertebrae, fluid is filled in the discs which act as shock absorbers and supports spinal movements. Disc problem is due to injury or old age factors. When disc bulges towards the right or left side of the body it results in the pain, weakness, and numbness in arms or legs.
The Age factor is one of the major cause of Bulged Disc, because with age there is a gradual decrease in the water content of spinal disc. Due to this there is a less flexibility in the spinal disc and they are more prone to rupture or tear with a minor twist or strain.
In Ayurveda there are three energies - vata, pita and kapha which are essential for a healthy body. Imbalance in any of three energies or the doshas results in the health complications. Bulged Disc is due to the vitiation of vata dosha which leads to pain and numbness in the legs and arms.
As per Ayurvedic perspective, to manage the Bulged Disc there are various herbs present in Ayurveda. These herbs help to pacify the aggravated vata dosha and strengthen the muscles and relax the nerves in a natural way without any negative impact on health.