Disc herniation: Natural history, or the normal healing process, varies between people. However, symptoms can begin and disappear in days. Generally, i give my patients 6 weeks to 3 months for healing. Use mckenzie pt, nsaid's, nerve root injections during this time. If persistent pain, it is likely to be prolonged without surgical treatment. The benefit of surgery is faster return to work/activities.
Answered 12/10/2013
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Pinched Nerve: Sounds like you have a pinched nerve in your back. I would suggest seeing a pain/spine specialist to evaluate you further to evaluate what level and what can be done to treat you. There are interventional treatments besides medications and surgeries that might reduce or eliminate the pain altogether.
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