“Should you have surgery for a bulging disc?”
I was diagnosed with a bulging disc. I want to treat it. Should you have surgery for a bulging disc?
5 Answers
Bulging discs are normal. It's important to seek medical attention by a specialist to correlate radiographic (MRI) findings with a physical exam. If 1. The physical exam correlates with the MRI 2. You've failed conservative measures or have worsening clinical symptoms then surgical intervention maybe required.
No
Dr. Nguyen is not a back surgeon. I would recommend making an appointment with a back specialist to be evaluated. Thanks.
Start with PT/OT and acupuncture with Moxibustion. Lose weight if overweight. Consult Functional Medicine.
Typically NO. Rehab first.
