Lumbar Disc Herniation

LUMBAR DISC HERNIATION

Lumbar disc herniation is defined as the tearing and herniation of the discs between the vertebrae that make up the spine, the main load-bearing structure of the lower back, so that they press on the nerve roots.

There is hardly anyone who has never experienced low back pain. Some of these cases are caused by a herniated disc. As a result, questions such as “How is a lumbar disc herniation treated?” or “Can a lumbar disc herniation be treated without surgery?” come up.

It is quite difficult to give a general answer to these questions. In keeping with the medical saying that there are no diseases, only patients, your doctor will answer this question and offer you the treatment plan that is right for you.

Lumbar disc herniation surgery is one of the operations most frequently performed by the Neurosurgery department. If the cause of low back pain is spinal stenosis (a narrowed spinal canal) rather than a herniated disc, spinal stenosis surgery can also be performed using microsurgery. An operation performed by a doctor who specializes in this field delivers highly satisfying results.

An operation performed by a doctor who specializes in this field delivers highly satisfying results.

Is non-surgical treatment of lumbar disc herniation possible?

If, in your doctor's evaluation, a surgical approach is not considered the first option, non-surgical treatment methods will be planned. Physical therapy plays an important role here. With effective pain control, regular physical therapy programs and weight control, it is possible to lead a good-quality, pain-free life.

Patients often look for alternative treatments for lumbar and cervical disc herniations. The most accurate and scientific approach is always to consult a Neurosurgery Specialist and a Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Specialist.