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What are non surgical treatments for herniated nucleus pulposus are considered effective?
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Most: One has to realize that given enough time 90% of disc herniations get better so anyone can claim a high success rate!
Answered 8/23/2012
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Most: One has to realize that given enough time 90% of disc herniations get better so anyone can claim a high success rate! treatment is exercise, weight control and not smoking. This helps also minimize the chance of recurrence.
Answered 12/9/2013
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