Spine Disorders
TREATMENT Most
disc herniations can be treated with a conservative approach. Only about 5-1%
of disc herniations will eventually require surgery. You may be a good
candidate for surgery if a conservative course of care fails to improve signs
or symptoms after 6 to 8 weeks. The most common surgical approach for disc
herniation is a microdiscectomy. PREVENTION The best
way to prevent neck and back pain and to prevent progressive spine compromise
is to become familiar with how your spine works and to become an active
participant in your spinecare. It is important to learn how to choose a
spinecare specialist and to recognize an efficient spinecare team. There are
many steps you can take and habits you can develop to better care for your
spine and prevent spine injury. It is also important that you learn more about
your spine disorder and become aware of the signs and symptoms that warrant
intervention and follow up care. Early detection and timely intervention is generally
associated with better treatment outcome. |