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Bulging disk treatment in Hebbal, Bangalore

Bulging disk

Bulging disk treatment in Hebbal, Bangalore

Bulging discs occur when a disc loses its original shape and expands (bulges), causing pressure on surrounding nerve roots. A disc is a gel-filled pad in the spine that cushions each vertebra, acting as a shock absorber and allowing the vertebrae to move and bend freely.

In a bulging disc, the outer wall remains intact, but the disc protrudes more than 180° around its circumference. Disc tends to bulge when part of its outer wall protrudes into the spinal canal, putting pressure on a nerve. Pain may appear in a leg, arm, or elsewhere depending on the affected nerve. Consult a pain doctor if you develop this pain, especially after an accident or injury.

Causes

A disc in the spine absorbs the wear and tear placed upon it. Degeneration and weakening of the discs occur over time. In the low back, bulging discs are most commonly found between the fourth and fifth lumbar vertebrae. As the upper body bears weight, this area continuously absorbs the impact. Additionally, the lower back plays a critical role in the body's movements throughout the day, including twisting, bending, and lifting.

Osteoarthritis in the spine is the most common result of bulging discs due to degenerative disc disease. Other factors that may contribute to bulging discs include,

  • Injury or Strain

  • Smoking

  • Obesity

  • Inactivity

  • Poor Posture

Treatment

Bulging disk treatment in Hebbal, Bangalore can be done non-surgically in various ways, some of which may be more effective than others. Patients' specific treatment depends on how long they have been experiencing symptoms and how severe the pain is. A patient's age and the nature of the symptoms (like numbness or weakness) are also important considerations.

There is a good chance that bulging disc symptoms will diminish with time. There are no hard and fast guidelines for treating a bulging disc, but there are two primary goals,

  • This treatment’s purpose is to relieve pain, especially leg pain, which can be severe and debilitating.

  • To allow the patient to resume their normal daily activities.

Non-Surgical Procedures

Medication and physical therapy are often the first steps in traditional therapy. Restricted activities may be necessary until the pain subsides. Among the treatments are,

  • Medication: Bulging discs are treated with nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) such as ibuprofen. Prescription medication may be necessary for more severe pain. If there are muscle spasms, a muscle relaxer may help.

  • Physiotherapy: It is possible to minimise a bulging disc's pain by relieving pressure on the nerves through positions and exercises prescribed by a physical therapist.

  • Chiropractic: In the case of chronic low back pain, spinal manipulation may be moderately effective. The treatment is most effective for low-back pain.

  • Ultrasound Therapy: Sound waves produce small vibrations applied to the back to relax body tissue.

  • Steroids: The cortisone (epidural steroid injections) injection into the region surrounding the spinal nerves can provide longer-term relief. Inflammation and swelling can be reduced with oral steroids.

  • Anticonvulsants: In cases of radiating nerve pain associated with bulging discs, drugs designed to control seizures may be helpful.

  • Spinal Decompression Therapy: It can reduce bulging disc symptoms without surgery by using intermittent spinal traction. There is a possibility that pain relief may last for months.

After 12 weeks of non-surgical treatment, surgery may be an option if pain relief does not occur. Surgery is only necessary for a small number of patients with bulging discs. The patient may, however, need surgery if they experience,

  • Pain that makes maintaining a reasonable level of activity difficult.

  • A progressive neurological condition, such as weakness or numbness in the legs.

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