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What is the best treatment for disc bulge?
Lumbar herniated disc treatments
- Physical therapy, exercise and gentle stretching to help relieve pressure on the nerve root.
- Ice and heat therapy for pain relief.
- Manipulation (such as chiropractic manipulation)
- Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) such as ibuprofen, naproxen or COX-2 inhibitors for pain relief.
Can you fix a bulging disc without surgery?
When the centre or nucleus of a disc pushes out and even passes through the wall of the disc, this is what we refer to as a herniated disc. The good news is that the vast majority of herniated discs can be treated without surgery using manual therapy and exercise or with IDD Therapy disc treatment.
Can you repair bulging discs?
Herniated/bulging/slipped disk: The procedure is called microdiscectomy. The surgeon removes the part of the disk that’s pushing on a nerve. There are two ways to do this. In the traditional method, the doctor makes an inch-long cut and detaches the muscles on one side of your back.
How do you get rid of bulging discs?
Nonsurgical treatment may include:
- Rest. One to 2 days of bed rest will usually help relieve back and leg pain.
- Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory medications (NSAIDs). Medications such as ibuprofen or naproxen can help relieve pain.
- Physical therapy.
- Epidural steroid injection.
Can a chiropractor fix a bulging disc?
So, now to answer the pressing question: can a chiropractor fix a bulging disc? Yes! Chiropractic care is the preferred treatment method for many patients suffering from a bulging disc. It is non-invasive and does not require drugs or injections of any kind.
What kind of physical therapy helps bulging discs?
Passive physical therapy techniques for bulging discs usually include deep tissue massage, hot and cold therapy, electrical stimulation, and hydrotherapy. Active treatments include core strengthening exercises, stretching, active hydrotherapy, and exercises to strengthen the back, legs, and arms.
Can a bulging disc paralyze you?
With a herniated disc, the capsule cracks or breaks, and the nucleus squeezes out. This can irritate the spinal cord or nearby nerves, causing weakness and numbness in the arms or legs. A severely herniated disc can cause paralysis.
How long does it take for a bulging disc to heal?
The quickest and must successful way to heal a bulging disc is through surgery, but doctors usually opt to exhaust their non-surgical options first. Surgery can repair the bulging disc and physiotherapy can help speed recovery time, which is usually eight to twelve weeks.
What are the most common treatments for bulging discs?
Physical therapy, exercise and gentle stretching to help relieve pressure on the nerve root Ice and heat therapy for pain relief Manipulation (such as chiropractic manipulation) Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs ( NSAIDs) such as ibuprofen, naproxen or COX-2 inhibitors for pain relief Narcotic pain medications for pain relief
Can bulging disc get better on its own?
IN fact, more often discs heal on their own with little to no medical intervention needed. Majority of bulging discs to not require surgery, and over time will heal and reabsorb on their own. It’s the ones that cause great pain and/or just don’t heal over time that need medical treatments to include surgery.
How can a bulging disc heal itself?
One of the things your body needs to heal a bulging disc is to increase the space between the vertebrae , which can encourage the bulged nucleus to return to its proper place. This also helps to rehydrate the disc, which promotes the natural healing of the area. This “space increasing” will also relieve your lower back pain.