ZA
A 58-year-old male asked:
Can a c4 disc prolaps causing severe headaches be cured without decompression surgery?
1 doctor answer • 1 doctor weighed in
Dr. Edward Hellmananswered
Orthopedic Surgery 29 years experience
Possibly: A cervical disc problem can cause headaches. These are known as cervicogenic headaches. A cervical disc herniation can potentially heal over time. Also, some disc problems don’t necessarily “heal”, but their symptoms can potentially be managed nonoperatively. Radio frequency ablation is just one example of a nonoperative procedure than can potentially “cure” headaches coming from neck.
234 viewsAnswered >2 years ago
90,000 U.S. doctors in 147 specialties are here to answer your questions or offer you advice, prescriptions, and more. Get help now:
90,000 U.S. doctors in 147 specialties are here to answer your questions or offer you advice, prescriptions, and more. Get help now:
Last updated Jan 5, 2019
People also asked
Connect with a U.S. board-certified doctor by text or video anytime, anywhere.
24/7 visits - just $39!
50% off with $15/month membership
Disclaimer:
Content on HealthTap (including answers) should not be used for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment, and interactions on HealthTap do not create a doctor-patient relationship. Never disregard or delay professional medical advice in person because of anything on HealthTap. Call your doctor or 911 if you think you may have a medical emergency.