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Herniated Disc Treatment
If you're suffering from symptoms of a herniated disc, finding treatment is likely at the forefront of your mind. However, there are many options you can choose from, and it can be difficult to determine which methods best suit your personal needs. A doctor is the only one who can prescribe treatment, and you will want to consult with your physician before trying any treatment, since some methods may end up hurting more than they help depending on your condition. Regardless, researching methods of alleviating symptoms is a productive step and can help you better work with your doctor to figure out the most effective regimen.
Some common conservative herniated disc treatment options that you may want to look into include:
- Rest
- Stretching
- Spinal decompression
- Pain medications (OTC or prescription)
- Anti-inflammatory medicines
- Hot/cold compresses
- Exercise
- Epidural steroid injections
Other Herniated Disc Treatment Options
Regardless of the cause, symptoms can sometimes be so severe that they prohibit the afflicted person from living a normal life. If the above conservative herniated disc treatments do not help your symptoms, then surgery may be presented as a potential last-resort treatment. In this case, research can again help you make an informed decision. Commonly, open back and neck surgery is recommended, but there is a lesser known, highly effective alternative available to some patients. This procedure is endoscopic spine treatment, also known as minimally invasive spine surgery, and it offers a faster recovery time, smaller incision, lower chances of infection, and a higher success rate than open surgeries.
For more information on herniated disc treatment including endoscopic spine procedures, contact Laser Spine Institute. We'll be happy to have one of our spine doctors review your MRI or CT scan free of charge and let you know if you could benefit from this treatment.