31.   I Fred P. Gardner, a veteran of the Korean conflict, received surgical treatment in a VA facility for a herniated disc unrelated to his prior military service.

32.   If he wakes up and the herniated disc in his neck feels good enough for him to play, he will.

33.   Imagine the surprise of the Sacramento Kings last week when they discovered their first-round draft pick, Corliss Williamson,underwent surgery for a herniated disc.

34.   Instead, the former Oxnard High star will miss at least four weeks after undergoing back surgery for a herniated disc.

35.   It is correctable through the surgical removal of a herniated disc.

36.   Ivan Rodriguez, on the disabled list with a herniated disc in his lower back, is still in Arlington undergoing rehabilitation.

37.   Just a year ago, Keswick underwent extensive back surgery to remove a herniated disc and fuse his spine.

38.   LaFleur, who has been placed on the physically unable to perform list, is hobbled by a herniated disc and degenerative condition in his back.

39.   LaFleur is out indefinitely with a herniated disc and degenerative back problems.

40.   Martin planned surgery after last season to improve a herniated disc in his lower back.