Back Pain & Prolapse Disc

Understanding back pain

Most back pain settles with the right care. A prolapsed (slipped) disc happens when the soft centre of a disc pushes out and presses on a nerve, causing back pain and leg pain, tingling or weakness.

Non-surgical treatment

• Short rest, then early movement
• Medication and posture correction
• Physiotherapy and core strengthening
• Image-guided injections when needed

When is surgery needed?

• Severe leg pain not relieved after 6 to 12 weeks of treatment
• Weakness in the foot or leg
• Loss of bladder or bowel control, which is an emergency

Surgery

Minimally invasive discectomy or decompression removes the pressure on the nerve, and most patients walk the next day.

Talk to Dr. Vivek

Book a consultation for a clear diagnosis and an honest recommendation, surgical or non-surgical. Call or WhatsApp +91 96801 99189.