For example the median expected annual pay for a typical Orthodontist in the United States is $130,323, so 50% of the people who perform the job of Orthodontist in the United States are expected to make less than $130,323.
A bulging disk is a condition related to the spine, usually the lumbar, or lower back, that occurs when a disk bulges through a crevice in the spine. Disks are the soft, gelatinous material that cushions the vertebrae of the spine.
Degenerative disk disease is the most common cause of bulging disks, often resulting in spinal osteoarthritis. Spinal disks absorb a lot of wear and tear. Over time, they start to degenerate and weaken. Other factors that can cause or contribute to bulging disks include: