Herniated Disk Treatments
Information about Herniated Disks and treatments
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Herniated Disk Treatments

Herniated Disk Symptoms

Many people will not show symptoms of leg or back pain associated with a herniated disk and therefor are unaware that they have one

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What is a Herniated Disk

A herniated disk is also referred to as a ruptured disk, herniated nucleus pulposus, prolapsed disk, ruptured intervertebral disk, or a slipped disk.

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Herniated Disk Treatment

Most herniated discs will heal within one to six months on there own.  Treatment goals at this stage are to relieve pain and the weakness or numbness in the leg or lower back.  During this period the patient is also educated on techniques and exercises that will help to prevent further injury and strengthen the back.

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Herniated Disk Diagnosis

A doctor will examine the patients medical history and conduct a physical examination for patients with leg and back pain to determine whether these symptoms may be being caused by a herniated disk.

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