Rheumatoid arthritis has the potential to cause lumbar disc herniation. Rheumatoid arthritis is a systemic disease that causes damage to the joints and all surrounding material in a timely manner. A herniated lumbar disc is a common orthopedic condition that is caused by abnormal prolapse of the nucleus pulposus due to changes in the structure of the various components of the intervertebral disc due to various factors. Rheumatoid arthritis may cause lumbar disc herniation because rheumatoid arthritis itself is a systemic disease, so in the process of development, it may cause damage to the bone and joint tissues of the lumbar spine, which may lead to lumbar disc herniation formation and development. In conclusion, individuals suffering from rheumatoid arthritis or lumbar disc herniation should go to a regular hospital in time to avoid aggravation of the condition.