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12 Causes of Bulging Discs

Reduced lower limb strength

The lower limb carries the entire body. Without enough strength in the limb, you might start to notice your back isn’t straight anymore. This is due to the bulging of the spinal discs.

People genetically predisposed to have lesser density of fibrocartilaginous fibers that make up the disc.

The reason behind your bulging disc might be genetics. The fibrocartilaginous fibers are what make up the disc, and for a perfect disc to form it requires the right amount of it. Some people may have the genetically predisposition of lesser density of the fiber which could result in bulging discs.

Abdominal fat and poor core stability

Your bulging disc can also be traced to abdominal fat, obesity [3] and poor core stability. Lack of stability in your core also means the inability to maintain a good posture.