First, you need to : Confirm that this is the cause of your symptoms and that you have exhausted all the appropriate treatments for that diagnosis. These might include injections through pain management, pt, medication and time. Lifestyle changes are important like weight control, regular exercise & not smoking. To have a protrusion, there is an annular tear. Surgical options are dependent on correct diagnosis.
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