“Can a herniated disc affect your walking?”

Thank you for your question.

Yes, a herniated disc can cause inflammation, pain, and affect the overall function and mobility of a person. The mid and lower back carries most of our weight and injury in the disc disrupts the normal bending and mechanism of walking activities- not to mention pain from inflammation and possible nerve involvement. Please make an appointment to see a spine specialist for appropriate evaluation.

Best Regards,

Dr. James Chappuis, MD

Yes, it can. It can make your leg weak. If that is happening, you need to get evaluated.

Herniated disks put pressure on the nerve roots and can cause sensory and motor( muscle) weakness. It can also lead to problems with balance. In order to test the problem a thorough evaluation and MRI will determine the extent and whether it can be treated with rest, therapy or surgery. Good luck.

Yes, a disc herniation can compress the spinal cord or spinal nerves impacting strength, balance, and coordination. You should get evaluated asap. Call your doctor.

Good luck,

Dr. L