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What is the recommended course of action for treating degeneration and bulging in all of my lumbar discs?

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Dr. Paul Slosar answered

Tread carefully: If you have multiple discs degenerating the best strategy is stay thin and learn about good core stabilization exercises. Many people use anti-inflammatory medications when pain is an issue.

Answered 8/7/2013

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Dr. Kornelis Poelstra answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Spine Surgery

No surgery!: Multiple bulging discs is the main cause for 'failed back surgery'. Bulging of discs is a normal phenomenon of aging and only if it causes nerve compression and leg radiculopathy (radiating pain), can a decompression improve things. The back needs gently daily stretching, sometimes some anti inflammatories and healthy core muscle without being overweight to protect it.

Answered 1/27/2013

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A member asked:

What is the recommended course of action for treating degeneration and bulging in all of my lumbar discs?

2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Paul Slosar answered

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