The best treatment for a bulging disc
A herniated disc or a bulging disc is a condition where the inner pulp of the discs
in the backbone press against the outer wall of the disc, leading to a bulging disc. The wall that is bulging outwards may not have ruptured and may still be intact.
Contrary to commonly held beliefs and assumptions, a bulging disc in itself is not a cause for worry. In fact, many people who have a bulging disc live completely active lives and are quite unaware of the bulge until they undergo an imaging study completely unrelated to the back. Many studies have shown that the aging process takes its toll on the internal organs too. So, just as the facial skin sags and the muscles on the outside become lax, so also the inner organs and structures may sag and bulge with age.
However, there are cases where a bulging disc can lead to excruciating, chronic back pain. A problematic bulging disc can take two dissimilar paths. In some cases, pain comes and goes away by itself. In other cases, the bulge may worsen and rupture. Ruptured discs may be painful, but they may also stabilize by themselves and stop paining without drastic medical care.
So, disc related back pain varies on a case by case basis. Sometimes, the injuries are asymptomatic. At other times, the pain may be intermittent and may go away by itself. Finally, there are some cases where the pain doesn't seem to go away even following aggressive treatment procedures. It follows quite naturally that treatment for a bulging disc also varies from person to person.
The mode of treatment of a bulging disc depends on the severity of the case. In the first phase of treatment, doctors advise rest and lots of tender loving care of the affected area (avoid lifting heavy weights, avoid awkward positions etc). In this regard, it is important to note that prolonged periods of rest can actually make the condition worse. If the pain is persistent, anti-inflammatory, non-steroidal medication is given. These are generally analgesics and muscle relaxants that help ease the pain. Medication may be accompanied by the use of hot or cold compresses for the area.
When all else fails, doctors recommend surgery as the last step in treating a bulging disc. Generally, surgery involves removing a part of the bulging disc, thus eliminating the pain caused by the pressure exerted by the bulge. Fortunately, the surgical treatment of disc problems has come a long way in the last decade. In the past, the surgery was invasive. Therefore, it was held under general anesthesia. Since the disc is buried deep within, bones and ligaments had to be removed to gain access to the disc, and the patient had to be hospitalized for 1-3 days. These days, however, minimally invasive surgical procedures have made it possible to treat bulging discs on an outpatient basis. The procedure is done under local anesthesia, the cuts are minimal and the patient is allowed to go home within a few hours. Since the cut is minimal, patients recover quickly and there is no risk of post-operative complications.
The best treatment for a bulging disc
By: Adolph Paul
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