Hello! I'm 30 and suffering from back
pain for more than a year, possibly caused
by wrong posture whilst sitting. I have a
6mm herniated disc.
I'm doing back extension exercises,
aswell as trying to bend forward as little
as possible, keep my back straight,
etc..
The pain in the leg has improved a lot,
but the pain in the back has increased,
can sit and stand with no pain, sleeping
is better.
I'd like to know wether I should consider
operation, or if just by exercising, a
herniated disc can go back to place.
Thank you!
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disabledcoastie
Experienced User , Rather EHEALTHy
Joined: 13 Dec 2005 Posts: 68 Location: West Virginia
Posted: 05-29-06 09:00am
Statistically they say that only a small
percentage of herniated disc require
surgery. I've never been that lucky,
however I know of people who have had
success with pt and their back problems
including disc herniation. I would
suggest that your treatment needs to be
determined by yourself and your caregiver.
Surgery is your last option, and should
only be contemplated after all
conservative treatment options have
failed. Good luck
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expatient
Experienced User , Rather EHEALTHy
Joined: 24 Nov 2005 Posts: 124 Location: Finland
Posted: 05-30-06 01:32am
Try to find someone who knows about sijd.
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Jayne HE
New User, Becoming EHEALTHy
Joined: 06 Jun 2006 Posts: 4 Location: Yorkshire, England
Lower Back Pain Posted: 06-06-06 15:47pm
I have had 3 lower back operations and I
really wish I hadn't had any. My back
was better when I just had a herniated
disc! If you can sit and stand with no
pain then try and improve via non surgical
methods and find a good physio to help
you.
