Do herniated discs come and go?

Do herniated discs come and go?

Pain may come and go. Pain-free periods happen less and less. Long-lasting (chronic) and recurring pain can develop because of continued tissue irritation caused by the disc pressing on a nerve.

How long does it take for a herniated disc to dissolve?

The average amount of time it takes for a herniated disk to heal is four to six weeks, but it can get better within a few days depending on how severe the herniation was and where it occurred. The biggest factor in healing a herniated disk is time, because most often it will resolve on its own.

What kind of pain does a herniated disc cause?

A herniated disc doesn’t always cause symptoms. But when it presses on nerve roots, it can cause pain, numbness, and weakness in the area of the body where the nerve travels. A herniated disc in the lower back is a common cause of back and leg pain. Sometimes it can cause pain and numbness in the buttock and down the leg.

Do you need physio for herniated disc pain?

I have a herniated disc too, and moving, although painful, actually brings relief. You need to see a physio to learn how to sleep, sit, walk and improve your posture and core strength, and you need to be on appropriate pain relief medication. Staying in bed will only make your symptoms worse.

Is it bad to stay in bed with a herniated disc?

Bed rest is NOT recommended. I have a herniated disc too, and moving, although painful, actually brings relief. You need to see a physio to learn how to sleep, sit, walk and improve your posture and core strength, and you need to be on appropriate pain relief medication. Staying in bed will only make your symptoms worse.

Can a herniated disc cause numbness in the buttock?

A herniated disc in the lower back is a common cause of back and leg pain. Sometimes it can cause pain and numbness in the buttock and down the leg. This is called sciatica (say “sy-AT-ih-kuh”). For most people, symptoms get better over time, with or without treatment.

Can a herniated disk cause you not to have symptoms?

Muscles served by the affected nerves tend to weaken. This can cause you to stumble, or affect your ability to lift or hold items. You can have a herniated disk without symptoms. You might not know you have it unless it shows up on a spinal image.

I have a herniated disc too, and moving, although painful, actually brings relief. You need to see a physio to learn how to sleep, sit, walk and improve your posture and core strength, and you need to be on appropriate pain relief medication. Staying in bed will only make your symptoms worse.

Is there a predisposition for a herniated disc?

Research has shown that a predisposition for herniated discs may exist in families with several members affected. This opens in a new window. Symptoms vary greatly, depending on the position of the herniated disc and the size of the herniation.

How does a herniated disc affect your legs?

Severe compression of the spinal cord can affect your legs, causing weakness or imbalance. These potential warning signs should never be ignored by runners of any age who may confuse the feeling for a running injury. Herniated discs in the lower back can press on the sciatic nerve.