Spinal Health: Disc Signs, Exercises & Nerve Damage

Bulging or herniated discs in the neck can lead to compressed spinal cord symptoms. Learn specific exercises for ulnar nerve damage and how to manage thoracic spinal stenosis to improve overall mobility and nerve function.

Signs and Symptoms of Bulging Disc in Neck

Published Aug,14 2017 | By Marcy Brinkley

Gel-filled discs cushion the spaces between the cervical vertebrae, the bones that protect the spinal cord in the neck area. If the disc is damaged, it can bulge or herniate into the spinal canal and compress the nerve closest to the defect.