Our backbone is made up of units called vertebrae. These vertebrae are connected with the help of discs. When the gel in the disc center starts to wear off and reduce it leads to the problem of disc bulging. Less gel causes the discs to get compressed and they bulge out. Reduction in the amount of gel is a common phenomenon while aging. A disc bulge can also be caused due to spinal injury caused by an accident like a car or motorcycle accident.
Before starting any treatment, it’s essential to understand whether the disc bulge is mild or severe. A patient should consult a medical professional if they notice any of the following symptoms, which may indicate a more serious condition:
Unstable knee movements: Legs may feel weak or shaky, especially when walking or standing.
Inability to bear weight: Struggling to stand upright or support your body without pain.
Limited spinal movement: Difficulty in fully flexing or extending the spine due to stiffness or pain.
Visible deformities: Abnormal posture, misalignment, or curvature in the back or joints.
Recurrent fever or infections: Especially if accompanied by back pain — this could signal an underlying spinal infection.
Trouble with daily activities: Difficulty walking, bending, sitting, or performing routine tasks comfortably.
Disrupted sleep: Excessive back pain, bruising, or discomfort at night that affects sleep quality.
Numbness or loss of sensation: Tingling, weakness, or numbness in the legs or feet may indicate nerve compression or damage.
If you experience any of these symptoms, it’s important to begin a tailored treatment plan promptly. In many cases, disc bulge physiotherapy treatment is recommended as a non-surgical, safe, and effective approach to relieve pressure on the spine and restore function.
Imaging tests like X-Rays, CT scans, MRI, etc., can also be performed for confirmation.
Nerve examinations are performed to see the extent of nerve damage.
In severe cases, like in the ’60s, when the knee has degenerated badly, surgery is performed. The two most common surgeries performed are
Arthroscopic surgery: it repairs any kind of injury and removes small pieces of bones and cartilage.
Braces: braces are used to align the bulge and the deformity formed in the structure of the spine.
It is crucial to provide the doctor with any previous history of chronic illness or disorders like high blood pressure, diabetes, ulcers, kidney problems, etc.
Over-the-counter medications are prescribed, such as acetaminophen (Tylenol), ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin IB), and naproxen sodium (Aleve). (note: it is advisable to contact a doctor before trying out the medications)
If the pain doesn’t improve with oral medications, the doctors often give cortisone injections. (note: it is advisable to contact a doctor before trying out the medications)
For muscle spasms, muscle relaxers are prescribed. Dizziness and sedation are the common side effects. (note: it is advisable to contact a doctor before trying out the medications)
If the condition becomes severe, opioids are often given. As opioids are known for their strong side effects, it is often ignored by doctors. (note: it is advisable to contact a doctor before trying out the medications)
The treatment can include specific physiotherapy sessions.
For a few people, surgery is often required to control the disorder. Surgery is usually performed in cases when the numbness, weakness, pain, and inability to stand correctly don’t go away.
In most cases, the disc bulge is healed correctly with the help of regular medications and therapies.
There is no particular defined period of recovery. Most people recover fully from disc bulges but it may take two to three months.
The pain might be in control but the medications usually continue. For some people, the pain disappears and then comes back again if the medication is stopped. In some cases, if the medication is not taken properly, an infection can occur that might spread to other parts worsening the condition.
Back and leg pain: due to the affected nerves in the region, there is no proper signaling. This creates pain in and around the affected areas. The pain can be felt in the buttock, legs, arm, neck, and shoulder region depending on the position of the disc affected.
Herniation: a bulging disc is an early sign of spinal disc degeneration. Due to the continuous wear and tear of the gel in the disc, the gel might crack through the exterior portion of the disc causing it to herniate. It can cause damage to the nerve roots.
Permanent nerve damage: without any proper or delayed treatment the damaged nerve roots can cause permanent damage to the entire nerve. Which might lead to chronic back pain, numbness, tingly sensation, weakness, and loss of sensation.
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Disclaimer: The above-mentioned remedies and medicines; are over the counter medicines and are effective in most cases. It is advisable to contact your doctor before taking any medications.
Dr. Nidhi
She has persuaded her bachelor’s from SGT University, Gurugram, she has done her internship at Dr. Ram Manohar Lohia Hospital, and persuade her Master in Physiotherapy from Chaudhary Charan Singh University, Meerut. She has previously worked with Orthocure clinic, Dr.Nasir physiotherapy rehabilitation, Quantum physiotherapy, and wellness center.
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