What Is the Typical Initial Effect of a Herniated Intervertebral

question 9

Multiple Choice

What is the typical initial effect of a herniated intervertebral disc at the L4 to L5 level?

• A) Back pain and weakness at waist level
• B) Muscle weakness in both legs
• C) Lower back pain radiating down the leg
• D) Urinary incontinence

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Definitions:

Sphenoid

A bone that forms part of the floor of the cranium.

Parietal

Relating to the parietal lobes of the brain, which process sensory information like touch, pressure, and temperature.

Occipital

Pertaining to the occiput, the back part of the skull or head, often relating to the visual processing center of the brain.

Temporal

Relating to time or the timing of events, or to the temples of the skull.