A slipped disc in the neck can be a cause of neck and arm pain. Medically, a slipped disc in the neck is known as a disc prolapse. Contrary to popular belief a slipped disc does not mean that a disc has ‘popped’ out of place. It is more accurate to think of the disc as a doughnut, with a jelly like middle and a tougher outer layer. A slipped disc occurs whenever the inner substance of the disc protrudes through the outer layer. This can occur through repeated stress on the disc via repetitive neck movements or poor working posture. Symptoms of a slipped disc can include neck, shoulder and arm pain, often with pins and needle sensations or shooting pains due to nerve involvement.
