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What is a Herniated Disk and Can it Be Prevented?

Published on July 27, 2010 By Chris

Many people have been diagnosed with a herniated disk, but most have no idea of exactly what it is. Basically, the spine is comprised of the spinal column, which is protected by the vertebrae. These vertebrae have disks between them that could be compared to a sponge. In a sense, they act as shock absorbers.

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