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Prolapsed Disc Treatment Options
Prolapsed disc treatment can range from a simple prescription of stretches and exercises to full-blown open-back or -neck surgery. However, the first step in treating the painful symptoms that accompany this condition is meeting with your doctor. Once your prolapsed disc diagnosis is confirmed, your physician will likely start you on a regimen of conservative, non-invasive treatments that could include physical therapy, over-the-counter medicines, chiropractic care, hot and cold compresses and more. Additionally, some doctors also suggest alternative treatments like massage, acupuncture and yoga. If none of those treatments ease your pain, more aggressive measures will be tried.
Those could include:
- Prescription pain killers, muscle relaxants or anti-inflammatory drugs
- Spinal steroid injections
- Surgery
Surgery is generally the last resort treatment for prolapsed disc and other back problems. While it can be highly effective, it is an invasive procedure that comes with risks, some pain and a recovery period. If you are considering surgery because more conservative methods of treatment were ineffective, Laser Spine Institute (LSI) is great option to consider. Our expert surgeons limit the damage to the tissue surrounding your prolapsed disc by using endoscopic procedures. That means the procedure is less invasive than traditional surgery, requires a shorter recovery time and comes with a lower risk of complications like infection. LSI’s procedures are also highly effective. More than 85% of our patients say they have an improved quality of life within three months of the procedure.
Contact LSI for more information on prolapsed disc treatment. We’ll review your MRI or CT scan free of charge.