Brief Answer: You have to do physiotherapy exercises. Detailed Answer: Hello, Thanks for your query. I have gone through the report attached. You are suffering from prolapsed inter vertebral disc compressing upon a nerve root that either exits or traverses through that level. After initial bed rest and medications(muscle relaxant with analgesic,and neurotropic medicine), you have to do physiotherapy in form of stretching & strengthening exercises in which you have to stretch tight muscle & strengthen weakened ones which will alleviate stress on facet joint and disc. Instead of giving oral steroid, epidural steroid injections in back is more beneficial. You must avoid any activity that aggravates the condition, like bending forward and lifting heavy objects, sitting long hours on computer, inappropriate sitting posture, etc. Drink lots of fluids since dehydration affects the disc. Do not worry, You will be able to have a normal life and get back to work. If you don’t get better with these treatment , another option is surgery, by which the nerves are decompressed by removing the protruded disc (discectomy), which would significantly improve your symptoms. I do hope that you have found something helpful and I will be glad to answer any further query. Take care

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Brief Answer: Following are answers to your questions. Detailed Answer: Hi, Avoid lifting weights by leaning forward or bending your back. Rather sit and lift the object. 4 days of bed rest is enough. Prolonged bed rest is not recommended as it causes weakening of back muscles. Generally, however, there are few risks associated with epidural steroid injections and they tend to be rare. Risks may include: Infection,bleeding, nerve damage, dural puncture. It will usually takes 6 weeks to 3 months for symptoms to reside with physiotherapy and conservative treatment. To prevent recurrence of such episodes, you have to do back exercises regularly. Yes it is safe to conceive again. You can get the surgery done by a well qualified spine surgeon in your country if required.As with any surgery, there are some risks. There is a slight risk of damaging the spine or nerves. There is some risk of infection. There are risks with anaesthesia. I hope I have answered your query to your satisfaction. Please feel free to revert back in case you need any clarifications. Wishing you speedy recovery.......

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