Brief Answer: Pectoralis and disc prolapse are not related Detailed Answer: Hi Thanks for writing your query. After going through the brief description, the ruptured pec (pectoralis major) muscle and disc herniation at cervical and lumbar region are two different issue altogether. First thing first, the ruptured pectoralis muscle if it cannot be repaired then exercises is required to overcome their loss. You will be required to learn and do the exercises to strengthen the remaining shoulder muscle. My advice would be visit a physiotherapist with training in sports medicine. Pectoralis muscle play important role in breaststroke and while lifting a child and playing ball side to side game beside other function. Regarding bulging or herniated disc these are the MRI findings. This report is of value if you have following symptoms- 1. Sciatica pain is the pain which radiates from back to leg right up to foot going along the back of thigh and leg. It may be associated with numbness and tingling sensation in leg. A simple test to rule out a major slip disc is try to walk on your heels and then on your toes. If you can then be at ease. If you develop any above mentioned sign then you should visit your local doctor. 2. The counterpart of sciatica in upper limb is known as brachialgia with same feature as in lower limb. How is your grip? If the grip is o.k. I may assure you there is nothing much to worry about. Hope this information suffices Take care and I shall be glad to answer any further query. Regards Dr XXXXXXX chugh (http://bit.ly/drmchugh) Orthopaedic surgeon

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