How to Get Relief for Protruding Discs in My Back

Back pain is a common affliction that affects millions of people of all ages. While the cause of the discomfort varies, a protruding disc will often result in pain or numbness because the displaced tissue of the disc is putting pressure on the nerves in the spinal column. While surgery is sometimes needed to repair these problems once the symptoms become chronic, it should be the last resort due to the invasive nature of it and the sometimes extended recovery time. You should attempt various treatments to get relief from protruding discs to find one that works for you.

Instructions

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  Meet with your physician to establish what physical activity you can and can't do safely. Bed rest will be important for several days to help the spine heal but your doctor should schedule how long you should rest.

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  Ice your back regularly to help reduce inflammation. The reduced swelling results in less pressure on the nerves and therefore less pain.

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  Take muscle-relaxing and anti-inflammatory medications in accordance with your doctor's recommendations. The medications can assist in pain relief and also accelerate the healing process.

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  Visit an acupuncturist. The results of acupuncture vary for each patient but there are few risks associated with it if your acupuncturist is properly trained. The Mayo Clinic recommends the use of sterilized, single-use needles to prevent the risk of disease transmission.

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  Try massage therapy if your doctor doesn't dispute it. Massages can help loosen the muscles around your protruding disc and minimize pain.