Many patients with back pain, leg pain, or weakness of the lower extremity muscles are diagnosed with a herniated disc. When a disc herniation occurs, the cushion that sits between the spinal vertebra is pushed outside its normal position.
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noun. verb. The definition of a strain is a bodily injury due to overexertion or an excessive demand on resources. 1  An example of strain is a pulled muscle. 2  An example of strain is reading a book in the dark, causing pressure on the eyes.