herniate
/ˈhɜrniˌeɪt/
verb
- To protrude or bulge through a weak spot in surrounding tissue or muscle, usually referring to an organ or disc.
- If the disc begins to herniate, it can press on nearby nerves.
- Doctors warned that heavy strain could cause the intestine to herniate.
- The tissue may herniate through the abdominal wall after an injury.