How to Treat a Bulging Disc
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Bulging disc â treatment options for pain relief Your first step to find treatment for a bulging disc is to try conservative methods of pain relief. Conservative methods of treatment refer to any treatment option that is not surgery. This includes everything from chiropractic care to epidurals to treat the pain caused by a bulging disc.
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Bulging disc-how does it heal??? Re: Bulging disc-how does it heal??? Hey dear, my husband was just told after MRI that he has two bulging disks, they told him to take Aleve for pain and discomfort and to start physical therapy to work disks back into place. He hasnt started therapy yet, but is about to.
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How to Live With Bulging Discs Managing Your Bulging Disc with Medical Help. 1  1. Stay in close contact with your doctor. If you know you have a bulging disc, then you probably have had diagnostic tests, like an MRI. 2  2. Participate in physical therapy.
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- When you’re diagnosed with a herniated disc and compressive neuropathy, the first goals of treatment are: 1  Pain relief – first and foremost.  Address any weakness or numbness in your feet, legs and lower back.
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Bulging Disc A bulging disc injury is a common spine injury sustained to your spine's intervertebral disc. It can occur in your lumbar spine (lower back), thoracic spine (upper and mid-back) or your cervical spine (neck).A bulging disc can commonly be referred to as a slipped disc or a protruding disc.However, when the disc bulge is significant enough for the disc nucleus to the annulus it is known as a herniated disc. See diagram.t can occur in your lumbar spine (lower back), thoracic spine (upper and mid-back) or your cervical spine (neck). A bulging disc can commonly be referred to as a slipped disc or a protruding disc.
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Supplements for Bulging or Deteriorating Disks Supplements for Bulging or Deteriorating Disks. Overview. Bulging disks can lead to local inflammation and pain, and tend to be slow-healing as the disks have little blood supply, so using supplements to control inflammation and promote healing can help improve function.
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What Is A Bulging Disc Versus A Herniated Disc? Additionally, patients who have bowel or bladder incontinence as the result of a bulging or herniated disc need to undergo spinal surgery. In the case of bulging and herniated discs, the most common surgical procedure performed is a discectomy. This procedure involves the removal of damaged disc material. If the entire disc is removed, a spinal fusion procedure, which connects vertebrae, may be needed to ensure spinal stability.
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- Nano tools are then used through the hollow center of the probe to remove the offending disc. The Nano tools can be used to push the bulging disc back into place; they can also be used to remove disc fragments and small bone spurs. No Stitches. On average, the procedure takes about 45 minutes to an hour.
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Bulging disc causes Learn more about the causes, symptoms and treatment options for a bulging disc in the following article. Other bulging disc causes While bulging discs are often caused by degenerative changes as we age, there are other contributing factors which hasten this condition, such as: Working in an occupation that requires repetitive lifting, bending, standing or driving. Improper lifting techniques.
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- To prevent future injuries it is important to lose weight develop your abdominal muscles. Also, work on proper lifting techniques and good posture. While most bulging cervical discs heal in 4 to 6 weeks, those that are treated with surgery can take from 3 months to 2 years to heal.
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- Four Parts:Managing Your Bulging Disc with Medical HelpManaging Your Bulging Disc at HomePreventing Further ProblemsKnowing When to Seek Medical AttentionCommunity Q&A. Bulging discs occur as a result of an injury, excessive strain, or the natural aging process.
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Bulging Disc A bulging disc injury is a common spine injury sustained to your spine's intervertebral disc. It can occur in your lumbar spine (lower back), thoracic spine (upper and mid-back) or your cervical spine (neck). A bulging disc can commonly be referred to as a slipped disc or a protruding disc. However, when the disc bulge is significant enough for the disc nucleus to the annulus it is known as a herniated disc. See diagram.
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- How to Heal a Herniated Disk. 1  The foremost step in treating a herniated disk is to consult with a doctor. 2  Rest is the most important part of treating a herniated disk. 3  While the disk is herniated, proper medication management is essential to your comfort.
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How to Fix a Herniated Disc On the other hand, if you choose to fix a herniated disc by actually treating the underlying cause as well as the symptoms you’ll have a greater likelihood of both ending the pain and preventing its recurrence. That’s where this article will focus.
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What Causes A Bulging Disc Common bulging disc causes include: Common bulging disc risk factors include: Excessive weight can put extra stress on your spine and the intervertebral discs. Occupations that require heavy lifting or repetitive motions, like bending over, can also increase the risk of a bulged disc.
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Heal A Herniated Disc Healing A Herniated Disc Section 2: Exercises And Mobility. In order to cure a herniated disc, the goal is to build as much muscle and strength as possible in our legs, abdomen and spinal erectors. This is why athletes tend to recover better from these types of injuries.
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Exercises for a Bulging Disc in the Lower Back Repeat on the other side. This exercise stretches muscles on the outside of your lower back as well as your buttocks. Strength-building Exercises. Lying on the floor with both knees propped, slowly press your lower back to the floor. Hold that position, then relax. This exercise can be highly effective for managing a bulging disc in the lower back. Doing leg lifts will build strength in your abdomen and lower back. With your feet extended, slowly lift them off the ground about six inches and hold that position. Kneel down on a mat or rug while bracing both hands on the floor.
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Bulging Disc â Spinal Injury Some common symptoms of a bulging disc are, numbness and tingling of the arms, legs, hands, fingers, and other extremities, as well as radiating pain. A point of pressure generally initiates the pain and it radiates down the affected nerve root projecting pain throughout the body.
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Non-Traumatic Procedure. Nano tools are then used through the hollow center of the probe to remove the offending disc. The Nano tools can be used to push the bulging disc back into place and also be used for the removal of disc fragments and small bone spurs. No Stitches. On average, the procedure takes about 45 minutes to an hour.
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- Continue to use the ice on the area of the bulging disc first, then you may also apply ice to any other affected areas, like painful nerves down your leg. Follow your doctor or therapist’s advice on how long, and how often, to continue the ice applications.
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- Treatment for Herniated or Bulging Discs. Treatment of bulging and herniated discs might include physical therapy, non-steroidal pain medications, oral steroids, or even epidural injections in an effort to relieve pressure on the disc and reduce pain. Spinal surgery can also repair some herniated discs.
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Mild disc protrusion L4-L5 and L5-S1 with facet hypertrophy A small number of people need to have further treatment, which may include steroid injections or surgery. Changes in your lifestyle are a must, like diet and exercise are crucial to improving back pain by controlling weight .Physical therapy is important for nearly everyone with disk disease. Therapists will tell you how to properly lift, dress, walk, and perform other activities.
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What can happen if I don't treat a bulging disk? Well, when a disc bulges is means the fluid is pressing against one side of the disc more than another. It hasn't ruptured but is, well, bulging. Sometimes the bulge can push on the spinal cord or adjacent nerves. If on the cord you can alter some functions of your body,.. but more commonly you experience pain, nerve pain from the pressure of the disc on the nerves.
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Herniated Disk A herniated disk is a disk that ruptures. This allows the jelly-like center of the disk to leak, irritating the nearby nerves. This can cause sciatica or back pain. Your doctor will diagnose a herniated disk with a physical exam and, sometimes, imaging tests. With treatment, most people recover. Treatments include rest, pain and anti-inflammatory medicines, physical therapy, and sometimes surgery.
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Non-Traumatic Procedure. Nano tools are then used through the hollow center of the probe to remove the offending disc. The Nano tools can be used to push the bulging disc back into place; they can also be used to remove disc fragments and small bone spurs. On average, the procedure takes about 45 minutes to an hour.
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Running The discs in your spine provide a natural cushion between the vertebrae. Over time, they naturally become flattened and lose their flexibility. While bulging discs can be extremely painful, they frequently occur without any symptoms. Most of the time, the bulging disc will heal itself with a little time. When you do have pain, waiting for the area to heal can be extremely difficult.