An MRI Last Spring Showed 2 Bulging Lumbar Disks. Despite

Posted on Fri, 30 Nov 2018

Question: An MRI last spring showed 2 bulging lumbar disks. Despite PT and daily exercise great Pain continues after sitting 1 hour, lifting more than 6 to 8 lbs and pain persists 24+ hours. Pain also located about 3 inches to either side of power spine. Pain largely relieved sitting back with legs elevated (on couch). I was told my condition is not too bad, but I even have trouble leaning over. Should I consult a specialist?

Answered by Dr. Dr. Praveen Tayal (4 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Need to consult an Orthopedician.

Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thanks for posting your query.

You are having a disc prolapse. The treatment is done according to the severity of symptoms. Medicines are the first line treatment along with physiotherapy. If the patient responds well with medicines then physiotherapy helps in preventing further progression of the problem.

The main treatment of such problem is bed rest along with painkillers and muscle relaxants. Muscle relaxants can help with your symptoms if used in appropriate dosage in combination with a potent analgesic. You can get these prescribed from your Orthopedician.

Local analgesic gels and hot fomentation may provide a short-term relief. You can use analgesic gels like Volini gel. Exercise is not advisable in the times of acute pain.

Using an LS contour belt of appropriate size might be helpful in providing support to back muscles.

Physiotherapy also plays a major role in treating such conditions. Epidural steroid injections have been used if oral painkillers are not very effective. Discuss with your orthopedician and an appropriate treatment can be planned depending on the response to medical drugs.

I hope this answers your query.
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Wishing you good health.
Regards.
Dr Praveen Tayal.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Arnab Banerjee

Follow up: Dr. Dr. Praveen Tayal (1 hour later)

Thank you so much. I will consult as advised. What you have written seems to account for the symptoms.

Answered by Dr. Dr. Praveen Tayal (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
Welcome.

Detailed Answer:
I am happy I could help.
Do recommend our services to your friends too in case you find it helpful.
Wishing you the best in whatever you do.
Best Regards.

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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Vaishalee Punj