What is a non surgical treatment for herniated disc?

Nonsurgical Treatments for Herniated Disc

• Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Medications. Some of the pain associated with a herniated disc may be due to inflammation in the nerves and soft tissue surrounding the affected disc.
• Muscle Relaxants.
• Prescription Pain Relievers.
• Corticosteroids.

Can a herniated disc be corrected without surgery?

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. It is only a small percentage of cases which go on to have surgery.

Can herniated discs go back into place?

In theory the disc should be able to be popped back into its natural state, but it is very difficult to just “pop” a herniated disc back into place like a displaced gear. In fact, trying to pop a disc back into place can make the issue worse if the person doing the “popping” doesn’t know what they are doing.

Does laser therapy work for herniated disc?

Deep Tissue Laser Therapy can dramatically reduce the pain associated with the following: Low Back Strain. Bulging, Herniating or Slipped Discs.

Can injections cure herniated disc?

Unfortunately, the injection does not make a herniated disc smaller; it only works on the spinal nerves by flushing away the proteins that cause swelling. The pain relief can last from days to years, allowing your spinal condition to improve with physical therapy and an exercise program.

Can an epidural fix herniated disc?

Epidural steroid injections are commonly used to treat back pain caused by a herniated disc (slipped disc), lumbar radiculopathy, spinal stenosis or sciatica.

Does acupuncture work for bulging discs?

Acupuncture, acupressure, and massage may work to relieve your herniated disc pain. Alternative and complementary treatments such as acupuncture, acupressure, and massage may relieve pain associated with a herniated or bulging disc.

Does cortisone shot help herniated disc?

Corticosteroid injections can reduce inflammation and can be effective when delivered directly into the painful area. Unfortunately, the injection does not make a herniated disc smaller; it only works on the spinal nerves by flushing away the proteins that cause swelling.

How long does cortisone shot last for herniated disc?

Depending on a variety of factors, the results may last anywhere from 6 weeks to 6 months. Most patients schedule periodic steroid injections to keep back pain at bay.