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Doctors, what are the treatments for a back herniated disc?
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Several: Treatments include non steroidal anti-inflammatory medications, physical therapy, chiropractic care, epidural steroid injections and avoiding strenuous activities. If conservative measures fail, surgery. Check out spine-health.Com.
Answered 4/5/2014
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