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Do cervical disc herniations heal and does the foramen clear itself of the herniated disc material, if so over what time frame?
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Rarely: Discs do reabsorb or retract over time but this is over a prolonged period. If the nerve is injured and there is radiculopathy you will likely lose function over time. It is best to be evaluated and followed closely
Answered 9/25/2016
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