What tests are performed for lumbar disc herniation?

For lumbar disc herniation, the following evaluations are recommended: - Visit the hospital’s spinal surgery department for a CT scan. - Lumbar disc herniation is typically caused by external force compressing the intervertebral disc, leading to protrusion and subsequent irritation of the nerve roots, which results in pain. - Consult a neurosurgeon and undergo evaluation using neurosurgical diagnostic software. - Perform magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) of the intervertebral discs, as MRI provides superior soft-tissue resolution compared with CT. - A physical examination by an orthopedic surgeon is also advised to confirm the diagnosis. Based on clinical findings, further imaging studies—such as X-ray or CT—may be considered.