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Disc bulge+herniation. leg spasm(+weakness as twtiches) when i wake up. why? don't sleeping decompress nerve pressure&should i avoid letting it twich?
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Disc bulge: Rest is good but is not going to solve the problem if the bulge is large enough to cause the leg spasms. See your doctor.
Answered 4/11/2013
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Family practice : Sometimes bulging disks will heal with conservative treatment. Even with radicular symptoms . If pain persists will need pt. Consider mri.
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