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Health Tip: Risk Factors for a Herniated Disk
By LadyLively on July 28, 2014

A herniated spinal disk may cause significant pain and discomfort as the disk matter presses on a nearby nerve.
The American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons mentions these common risk factors for a herniated disk:
- Lifting a heavy object improperly.
- Being a smoker.
- Being overweight, which adds strain to the disks of the lower back.
- Engaging in repetitive activities that stress the lower back.
Source: HealthDay
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