How do you get a disc protrusion?
How do you get a disc protrusion?
Disc protrusion is a type of spinal disc herniation. Disc herniation is a common form of intervertebral disc damage that’s caused by age, natural wear and tear, traumatic accidents (falls, car accidents, sports collisions), overuse or repetitive use injuries, obesity and genetics.
Will disc protrusion heal itself?
Usually a herniated disc heals on its own. So most of the time nonsurgical treatment is tried first, including: Heat or ice, exercise, and other steps at home to help with pain and make your back stronger. For more information, see Home Treatment.
What does a disc protrusion mean?
Disc protrusions are a type of disc herniation characterized by protrusion of disc content beyond the normal confines of the intervertebral disc, over a segment less than 25% of the circumference of the disc.
What are treatments for disc protrusion?
These nonsurgical disc protrusion treatment options can include: Rest Heat or ice packs Avoiding sitting for long periods of time, especially in cases of a lower back, or lumbar, disc protrusion Exercise, physical therapy and stretching exercises Improved posture and diet Painkillers – either prescription or over-the-counter Injections – epidural or steroidal*
How to treat a disc protrusion?
Ice and heat therapy, pain medications, and muscle relaxants are all initial treatment options for a lumbar herniated disc .
What causes disc protrusion?
Disc protrusion is often associated with a herniated disc and bulging disc, because they are both forms of protruding discs. Disc protrusion is most often caused by the natural degeneration process of the spine.
What is the treatment for a diffuse disc bulge?
A common and effective treatment is an epidural injection, which involves injecting an anesthetic into the space where the affected nerve is located. The injection also includes a steroid that helps to reduce the inflammation that can be caused by the bulging disc.