Whether or not a lumbar 4-5 annular disc fracture is serious depends on the patient’s specific symptoms. If the patient has an annular disc fracture accompanied by radiating pain in the lower extremities and mobility problems, then it is more serious. If it is only on imaging, it is necessary to pay attention to the daily health care of the lumbar spine and strengthen the lumbar back muscles.
A lumbar 4-5 annular disc fracture is usually caused by sudden lifting of heavy objects, sedentary lifestyle, frequent or prolonged bending, etc., which causes excessive pressure on the intervertebral discs, and may lead to disc herniation and rupture of the annulus fibrosus.
In severe cases of annular rupture, there are usually symptoms of radiating pain in the lower limbs, such as low back pain, leg pain, leg numbness, buttock pain, or difficulty walking, etc. At this time, the disc has completely herniated and pressed on the nerves.
In this case, the disc has completely herniated and is pressing on the nerves. If you have a lumbar 4-5 disc rupture, you should consult a doctor for an examination and follow the doctor’s instructions after clarifying your condition.