Most individuals should undergo a trial of one or more of conservative treatments for at least 6-9 months before any decision is made about surgery. If you are told to have surgery right away and you do not have acute nerve compression, get a second opinion.
Surgeons have a lot of fancy names for back surgery. But in simple the two currently available surgical options for herniated discs include:
- minimally invasive surgery (small incision)
- open decompressive surgery to remove pressure off the nerve
If you have a herniated disc, the best thing to do is have a consultation with a physician who specializes in back disorders. Remember read about the procedure and surgery is always the last option. There are no refunds when things go wrong.
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