Will a Herniated Disc Heal on Its Own? (SURPRISING ANSWER)

[@rodgray8403]

..Proper diet is essential. And start out by walking. It's gonna hurt, but walk, walk, and walk some more. I layed dormant for months in pain until I pushed through it. I'm back to running and working full time. This takes time., so breath and try and stay positive. You WILL get there.

[@DrRowe]

Thanks for watching!

[@kompanjonac]

So walking alone will help? How manny discs did you injure?

[@WokOverEasy]

@@kompanjonac walking will help but not doing anything that hurts the spot is key. I’ve never noticed how many times I bend down to do things until now. Keep back straight and squat to pick up things. Even something as menial as brushing teeth and washing dishes has me bending my spine.

[@kompanjonac]

@@WokOverEasy My main problem is siting. Most of the time it starts to hurt bcz Im siting.

[@Nina-jc3be]

@@kompanjonac same. What is the solution here? I started using a standing desk but I still experience some pain.

[@Tazmaniac610]

Dude, you’re a pro at communicating effectively, clearly, and concisely.

[@DrRowe]

Thanks for the kind words, and for watching!

[@tonysorice5142]

are you implying to me,

[@rathernot6660]

Cameron your so correct. This gentleman really talks clearly. Was saying it the other day.

[@POOKATKC]

Great Facts

[@alexandruariton3914]

@@DrRowe Hi I have a medical condition and was wandered if you can do a specific video about my condition? Please

[@Polo-Swag]

I've recovered from 3 herniated disc, periformas syndrome, and a hip slip. Solution: - Ice pack only no heat, helps reduce inflammation. ‐ Inversion table, decompresses the spine to allow disc to heal. Go easy, you don't need to be upside down to improve. - Dr./ Chiropractor, alignment and stretching only. Make sure they are good. - Magnesium, Fish Oil, Zinc for pain it works. - As you get better exercise to strengthen those areas. I pray you get better soon. This is what I did. No meds, no surgery.

[@DrRowe]

Great to hear you are feeling better, and thanks for the good tips!

[@andino_usa3302]

@@DrRowewhen I stand up for 5 minutes my right leg gets numb stops at the knee! How should I lay on my stomach or back what should I do??

[@avh808]

How r u now? Please tell what are the things u have followed

[@elminatoussaint6460]

I going to do it because I have a lot of pain

[@avh808]

What is inversion table?

[@Polo-Swag]

I've recovered from 3 herniated disc, periformas syndrome, and a hip slip. Solution: - Ice pack only no heat, helps reduce inflammation. ‐ Inversion table, decompresses the spine to allow disc to heal. Go easy, you don't need to be upside down to improve. - Dr./ Chiropractor, alignment and stretching only. Make sure they are good. - Magnesium, Fish Oil, Zinc for pain it works. - As you get better exercise to strengthen those areas. I pray you get better soon. This is what I did. No meds, no surgery. NEVER APPLY HEAT TO YOUR BACK. YOU ARE ADDING INFLAMMATION!!! THE TEMPORARY GRATIFICATION IS DECEIVING!!!

[@buttercup448]

Can we do jumping exercise with this?

[@Polo-Swag]

@@buttercup448 I use it to do inverted crunches and twist. There are KZbin videos. Please be careful.

[@larryharris7989]

I’m going through that right now I have hernation between the l4 and l5 so you saying heat only? And how long did it take for you to heal

[@raakareiska9804]

Also take pain killers with ibuprofen to calm that infection. The pain killers with no antiflammatory effect is useless

[@nilaavibes7942]

Are u fully ok now?

[@danhope77]

I am 43, 2 years ago , after many months of lower back pain that incompetent people could not help me with, the intervertebral disc Al L4 L5 level burst. The MRI showed that my disc flattened and the vertebrae almost touched each other. Lots of material came out and put lots of pressure on the nerve. I had weak bladder and lots of pain and extreme loss of mobility. I found a physiotherapist (one of the most expensive ones in London UK) who helped me a lot by making me build a few kilos of muscles. Step by step, i gained mobility and strength, then I moved to lifting weights and do very intense physical activities (push ups, advanced rotational planks, lunges, squats, pull ups, squats, bridges....I was also advised to go back to running. I was advised not to join any yoga or pilates classes and to avoid any activities involving raising legs (e.g. kicking). I was told to do bend forward (although dangerous) because the spine has to be re-educated and has to go back to its normal range of motion. Before doing it, you need to build lots of muscles. The spine is supported by muscles: if you don't have muscles you are going to have issues. I think that people with such a bad herniated disc may develop stenosis as they age, but for now I have a normal life and I will carry on working out till I can breath. Tractions and manipulations can work in the acute phase, but those are not long term solutions at all. You've got to move your ass and change your life style. IMPORTANT A Little Update: September 2021. New ICT scan. I have 9 herniated disks, arthritis at L4-L5 and a bad herniation in my neck putting pressure in the nerve. All disks are worn and look black. I still squat and deadlift , just 20-30 kg and do pushups, pull-ups and lots of core and mobility exercises. No pain at all unless I don't do my exercises regularly. Every morning I wake up and do some mobility exercises and I work out 4-5 times a week for 20-40 minutes, depending on how tired I am.

[@worldaffairstamil]

Interesting. All the best!

[@4f00d]

DS well said

[@laagtabay810]

I had whiplash injury last month, and now I I feel pain on my neck, sometimes I had no pain. Please help

[@4f00d]

Marrah Acera chin tucks, massage maybe some muscles are tight

[@laagtabay810]

@@4f00d last 2weeks ago I also had sciatica, I had pain on from my butt to leg with my toes numb. I just did a exercise while laying on my back pushing upwards with my hip down, then pain starting to reduces and subsided. Now little weakness in my right leg.

[@jamescampbell2521]

Mine did.I was close to surgery with a huge herniation. Couldn`t sleep, work, etc.because of nerve pain.The surgeon said to give it time, surgery is absolutely last resort. Finally the bulge receded but the memory is still there.Stay active !

[@larryhagman5514]

Hi, I've had mine for 10 months now herniated disc is causing sciatica on the right hand pain after standing for more than 3 mins how long did your take to heal?

[@jamescampbell2521]

@@larryhagman5514 Ive actually had it flair up twice.Took approximately 4-5 months each time but i kept moving & didn't stop most activities. I did lay on the floor a lot instead of sitting, when I could.I realize my low back can go anytime so I am constantly looking for info from P.T.`s , etc. & stretching/strengthening. Good luck to you.

[@FeaROn3]

Thank you ! Same here I was close to surgery ! Mine was 10.7 big but dr told me it doesn’t matter the size it’s about how much pain you can tolerate. He said continue doing Pt and my pain is now minor like a 3 or 4 out of 10. You have good days and bad days you just have to listen to your body and doing your exercises to relieve pain. Everyone’s body is different so you have to figure out what exercise’s / stretches and movements is best for you .

[@jamescampbell2521]

@@FeaROn3 I recently went tp PT & the theripist did " cupping" on my low back. I am 25% better.Plan to purchasing a set. They run around $30.Look into it.

[@petyabor5223]

@@jamescampbell2521 Hello! How are you feeling now? So your hernitaion healed? Thank you in advance!

[@kathleennelly8128]

Hi, I'm from Australia, WA. I had a herniated disc slip 3 weeks ago in the lower back couldn't walk straight or sit up without being in excruciating pain for 4 days, I slowly worked through the pain and got to know more about my accident and its causes through your videos. I really like your videos they have helped me a lot with ensuring I'm backing up my GP's recommendations with other specialists opinion. I am studying at University so I research everything, it's really good to be able to watch videos about exercises it has saved me so much time. Thanks for your help, I am walking 30-40 mins a day and covering in between 2km and 3km a day which is improving everyday. Thanks.

[@razvanon]

How's your back now?

[@Ranjana-ek1jg]

Kathleen How are you now?? Hope you're doing well ❤️‍🩹

[@kathleennelly8128]

@Ranjana-ek1jg Hi there, just realised people can reply to my post, I am doing well, I can run again withput pain and swim quicker now. Not exactly like I used to, but close enough. Thank you 💖

[@Ranjana-ek1jg]

@@kathleennelly8128I'm glad to know that you recovered. How much time did it take you to become painfree and recovery. And do you know the size of your disc herniation.

[@XoXSeba]

What is a GP's?

[@kubi1110]

Took few years with all the stretches and training and even today it reminds me itself

[@mudins]

So ive had pretty bad sciatica where my leg would completely go numb and walking was a pain. It took me a year to get healed by working out, streching, chiropractor visits etc. and i was good for almost 2 years without any pain. Now that they closed down all the gyms because of covid for almost a year here in Ireland my sciatica is back in a full swing. To all those who are just starting to go through this, you dont have to do the surgery, this can be fixed by working really hard and being consistent with it. Good luck.

[@thalassophile1665]

My surgeon explained to me that the nerve will only stand being compressed for so long before permanent damage is done. I put up with pain for 6 months with treatment from, chiropractor, Physiotherapist, Osteopath, having traction and even acupuncture. He explained that in my case any treatment I was doing was hindering my condition and only aggravating the inflamed nerve.

[@hinderminder5250]

@@thalassophile1665 useless story without what happened next

[@thalassophile1665]

@@hinderminder5250 , who my story? I went on and had a discectomy and now 6 weeks post op I am pain free!

[@asadmuhamad5731]

bro how are you now?

[@mudins]

@@asadmuhamad5731 im good, i still feel little back pain from time to time but its really minor and that only happens when i push myself at work or skip gym for a month or so

[@myrahouse2368]

Watching this flat on my back in discomfort to say the least. When it was really bad the pain was horrific 10 out of 10 🤯😱 I believe I will recover fully 🤗

[@subaiquaimtiyaz2206]

Hey, i am just as you right now in the same condition. Its been 1.5 months pain was worst but now discomfort and slow continuous pain in back. Have you recovered????

[@myrahouse2368]

@@subaiquaimtiyaz2206 it turned out not to be a Slipped disc after all 🤗 I’m back to normal thank GOoD it was muscle spasms 2 weeks rest sorted it. How’s you?

[@subaiquaimtiyaz2206]

Thankyou so much for you reply. I had so much 6 weeks ago and then i took rest for 1 week , pain was almost gone . But then i came back to normal activities. Sitting for too long so pain remained there slow pain. Now i am back on resting but pain is still there all the time. Its really slow but its discomforting. Am i on the way to heal because ofcourse is far much better than before?? Some people are saying to be active. Well , i was active in the process pain just lessened but didn’t go away so i am back to rest but really worried and I don’t know what to do.

[@subaiquaimtiyaz2206]

@@myrahouse2368 Thank god its not slipped disc for you. I am having mild slipped disc.

[@antonboludo8886]

Good. The pain is sheer hell.

[@timothywilliams1359]

This information follows precisely with what my recent experience has been. I suffered a herniated disc in my lower back, with rather SEVERE sciatica type pain for about three weeks. (I never got an MRI because I am extremely claustrophobic, but my doctor agreed with me that the problem, arising after a moderate injury, was almost certainly a herniated disc.) For pain relief, I used Percocet VERY sparingly (only at night) but I made frequent use of a TENS electrodes system, which provided tremendous relief from the pain in my legs. I used ice and heat as needed. I also kept active, primarily by walking every day on my rural property. Now, about seven weeks later, I am pain free, though I still feel a certain weakness in my lower back. I find that wearing a small back brace helps a lot. Not sure when I am going to resume my usual exercise routines with resistance bands. (I am 66 years old.) Anyway, for anybody suffering from this, I would counsel patience.

[@jamesprice4647]

I find tens helps - and exercise! Yoga is great.

[@sam123736]

What is tens?

[@cosimosanfilippo9050]

One of the best virtue is the ability to transmit knowledge, and you got it..!!

[@gypsysoulgypsy]

This video is the best on the subject, on the entire KZbin, and you, sir, are one of the most remarkable chiropractor out there.

[@DrRowe]

Wow, thank you! I appreciate your kind words.

[@cssc939]

This explanation clarifies everything from what the problems are to the treatments and the time frame. Now I get it! Most doctors can only give a slice of this information. Great teaching and visual explanations.

[@DrRowe]

Thanks for watching!

[@amyloredo5253]

It is good to know that a herniated disc can heal. I didn’t realize it was possible. 🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@paulwharton1850]

Your videos really are just so great. You explain everything very clearly & break down all the information into smaller parts which makes everything easy for me to understand. You've genuinely helped me a lot. Many thanks.......all the way from London !

[@DrRowe]

Happy to help, and thanks so much for watching!

[@meganhenry5795]

Keeping a positive attitide is essential. Do whatever you can to keep it positive. Block out that negativity, keep on your exercises, rest when needed , pain management. Happy healing 🤎

[@UFOSgotme]

Thank you so much for this! The internet had me worried but now I feel a whole lot better!

[@DrRowe]

Thanks for watching!

[@smitaghia443]

For 74 yr old spine surgeon has suggested operation 2 hours. Full anesthesia..I am doing all yr exercises to save from operation..

[@ashky45]

I had a slipped disk pushing on my sciatic nerve. Walking hurt so much i was constantly sweating. I was 24 years old. I stopped moving, layed in bed and complained and it took control of my life for over 1 year. I started stretching properly and after a couple weeks it completely stopped hurting. It did not bother me for over 4 years. 2 days ago i did a bad movement right after waking up, sleeping in a weird position. I felt the herniated disk but i didn't take any precaution (should have listened to my body) It's been 2 days, i can't walk without a cane but no pain in my legs due to nerve compression. Because of this, im very optimistic. Movement will be easier and i now have the knowledge to help myself right from the start. It was inactivity and my lack of knowledge that made things so much worse the first time around. My advice to anybody going through this. Listen to your body and be active in finding ways to best your situation. Keep the healing mind set and don't give up. If you stop trying, it gets worse. Find the right way to stretch that will help you specifically and don't let the constant pain contaminate your mind. Good luck

[@jovinelbolivar1707]

I am 35 now. I went into a surgery last October 29, 2013. As per MRI (L5-S1) Disc protrusion. I was in pain for almost 5 months prior to my MRI and operation or surgery. I was so thankful and grateful for the success of the surgery. Now, I am more careful and cautious and still playing basketball. Doc. thank you for your inspiring video's, very informative and helpful. To everyone who suffers like this injury, be strong. Trust the process. God bless. Jovinel here from the Philippines. 😊🇵🇭❤

[@JEJERRYA]

hi. filipino here. may herniated disc ako. and nag ccramps and feeling burning ung left leg ko... pinapa surgery ako ng doc ortho ko. una sa isip ko ayoko mag surgery.. tingin mo ok mag pa chiropractor muna?

[@jovinelbolivar1707]

Nagka scar tissue na yung sa akin kasi inabot ng almost 5 months bago aku nga desisyun magpa MRI at magpa surgery. Siguro may instance na need na talaga ng surgery. Depending on the MRI result and findings ng Ortho. Signs of symptoms yung nararamdaman mu ngayun, I felt that before bro.

[@JEJERRYA]

@@jovinelbolivar1707have you tried chiropractic? di ko kasi alam kung mag woworst or gagaling.

[@jovinelbolivar1707]

I did not. Hindi man inadvice nang Ortho ko yan nuon. Kasi based sa resulta ng MRI ko at sa tagal ng panahon na almost 5 months ko dinala yung injury, need talaga aku operahan. Kaya nagpa opera na aku.

[@JEJERRYA]

@@jovinelbolivar1707 isee. i try muna ung chiro. anyway. hope you are doin ok. and congrats to thr full recover. happy for you.

[@slypie24]

I've finally been diagnosed with a slipped disk after fighting with doctors since February. I am still awaiting my MRI but started physiotherapy today. I am in pain 24/7 and I am absolutely miserable. Right now I cant see me ever being free of pain. Seeing this video has made me see there may be some hope!

[@clarabartha1737]

Hi Doctor. I'm in the last category and am desperately awaiting surgical scheduling. Good to hear the realistic timelines which match my feelings based on what I have been going through for six months to 20 months since the first slipped disc, instead of this 'rosy picture analysis' I'm hearing from other videos.

[@KBradAdams]

Clara, Did you have surgery what was your outcome, was yours L5S1? any updates?

[@hamzaomari7052]

Hello Clara I hope that you are feeling better and great now. How are you doing now after the surgery ? Can you share your experience with us please ?

[@hamzaomari7052]

@@StevenAvery4Life maybe if its the case rip

[@aliciaohara8794]

Thank you for sharing this informative in a calm and positive manner. My gut reaction is to panic and assume the worst.

[@sooorandom6792]

You are such a blessing. Thank you for your videos and tips. Thank you so much for the informative videos and exercises you've provided.

[@DrRowe]

Happy to help, and thanks for watching!

[@davidbrenneman2857]

Your videos are some of the very best. Thank you for the concise, clear information and the truthful hope you provide.

[@davida.7967]

It's unbelievable to be honest.. the pain from raw nerve pain Is something I wouldn't put on my worst enemy.. It's Insane how no one understands unless they have experienced it. This pain is crazy because the feeling doesn't match what your body actually looks like. Every step I currently take feels like someone smacks me in the shin with a lead pipe and increases with time. Yet no bruises. My leg itself feels like it's been shot, and now infected and rotting off with gangrene at the knee... But you look at it, and it looks like a normal healthy leg. Tingles, numbness, and an obsured heavy pulling sensation in the arch of my foot while resting. There would be loss of muscles or weakness, etc. But I've done lower back exercises consecutively for the last 10 years, so I know about "flossing" techniques and I own a decompression table. I have changed my diet, and lifestyle and I'm now dedicating myself to DIY fixes, and I'm going to attempt to live a somewhat sustainable life. Can't afford an mri, so another surgery isn't an option. No insurance. Lost my job. Wife makes too much for state help, yet insurence thru her employer would make it to where we couldn't live. It's really a shame. 3 laminectomy's and 3 radioscopic nerve burnings later, and I herrinate another disk just 4 years later... Hope your techniques work for me brother.

[@candaniel]

I hope you are doing well and I wish you the best of health

[@shaquille.oatmeal8301]

come to india and get it treated my friend. You can get it cheaper.

[@iidentifyasnon-retarded9214]

Have you tried float therapy?

[@JonathanModoh]

try bpc-157 and/or tb-500 peptides.

[@davidmckenna777]

This has given me peace of mind. Thank you 🙏

[@varuninnz]

Apologies but disc injuries take anywhere between 3-6-9-12-24 months to recover. You'll be blessed to have recovery in the first 3 months. 6 months if your lucky

[@nrp5791]

I have had a Cervical Disc bilateral bulge C5 C6 area beginning 7/2020 through current. Pain had gone from an 8-9 out of 10 to now between .5 - 2. It still sucks and was going to get a Microdisectomy and Fusion but have since canceled it. The reason why is because the surgery has a tendency not to resolve the issue from my research but it might and the fusion can degenerate the above and below discs. So if I'm already very uncomfortable and possibly in pain why would I subject myself to another problem later one. So far I have decided to sign up for Chiropractic Biophysics clinic in my area whom specializes in these techniques. It's like physically therapy combined with Chiropractics. They show on multiple x-rays what your spinal issues are at the beginning and construct a regiment to your specific problem(s). Three visits a week then changing gears up to three months and possibly a year if not remedied. I'm in my first week.

[@007emv]

You're right. Took me 3 months to feel better, but still not fully recover 18 months later. In my case the MRI was showing degenerative disc disease at L5S1 with evidence of an extruded hernia that was compressing mildly the dural sac but significantly compressing the S1 nerve root, resulting in atrocious pain & discomfort

[@danhope77]

Yes, but the symptoms get better even after a few weeks of physio, ok f course it takes months to go back to normal,. Actually you will have to work on it for ever

[@773chitowncity]

@@007emv sorry to ask but was did you do it with out prescription or epidural / cortisone shot ? Just curious if it was all natural healing .

[@007emv]

AL H Did 3 cycles of Naproxen then started physio and did all the exercises prescribed on a daily basis. I was bless to deal with a physio & friend that was pretty knowledgeable about herniated disc . He's been physio for pro football team and treated lots of pro athletes over the years. I Didn't want to get the epidural /cortisone shots due to possible side effect & risk. Glad I didnt :)

[@johnhughes1395]

Always good sound advice and easy to understand explanations. Great job👏

[@DrRowe]

I appreciate that, and thanks for watching!

[@saddhansri6887]

Navsari good presentation. Crisp clear and to the point. Thank you.

[@DrRowe]

Happy to help, and thanks so much for watching!

[@OliviaRatFit]

This is a great video for someone (me) who just got told they have herniated disc and have no clue where to start

[@dazz2469]

How are you now?

[@egehansasmaz7403]

I genuinely thank you for sharing that video with us, it helped me too much and I guess it helped lots of more people too. Thank you!!!!!!

[@DrRowe]

Happy to help, and thanks for watching!

[@Rikki-lh2mw]

Merhabalar Egehan When I lay down in my bed i get lower back and under rib cage pains. But when I walk than NO pains.do you get them as well?

[@egehansasmaz7403]

@@Rikki-lh2mw no, my pain only becomes worse when make movements that will stratch my lower back or lay forward

[@Rikki-lh2mw]

@@egehansasmaz7403 hope you get better soon dear🇬🇧

[@GreatestXchange]

This is outstanding quality.

[@maxlikm]

Thanks very much for your professional sharing. It helps.

[@DrRowe]

Happy to help, and thanks so much for watching!

[@olivergm30]

I find all vids really informative especially this one, all you contents arre easy to understand and well-summarized. thanking you big time from Philippines!

[@DrRowe]

Well thank you, and thanks for watching!

[@mahendraskr]

Dr Rowe, can you pls share a video regarding forearm pain relief ?

[@DrRowe]

@@mahendraskr check out: kzbin.info/www/bejne/gKmQc6pvbL17paM

[@mohfiroz7700]

Thanks for clear nice explanation in this video.

[@DrRowe]

Happy to help, and thanks for watching!

[@atfourothirtythree]

Thanks 😊 This has been most helpful..and clearly communicated for the lay person

[@calvinrich7221]

So much for working out, I’m out for at least two weeks

[@leobesa2887]

Were you better after 2 weeks? It's so painful to sneeze and cough.

[@alexm1841]

That was me… 10 years ago and I’m still in pain

[@bodrumsandaletcisisandalet1054]

You are the best doctor ..l never seen ..you help me so much thank you ..from Turkey

[@DrRowe]

Hello, and thanks for watching!

[@naughtyboy9044]

That's a very logical video and information. I thank you so much.sir.I received great help from you.

[@DrRowe]

Happy to help, and thanks so much for watching!

[@sisca1812]

@@DrRowe sir may i ask u for help about glucosamin, sea oil and can help for degenerative disc dease? How to repair if have dry intervertebral disc in degenerative disc disease ? Sorry if my english not good Please help to answer sir Thank you 😊

[@kishormistry1565]

Thank you very much.Good information. Jay Swaminarayan.

[@DrRowe]

Thanks for watching!

[@KarachiBikes]

thank u doc for this video and for being on yt to help humanity... nothing i can do in return but to show alot of respect and definitely like subscribe and share...😊

[@DrRowe]

Thank you very much, and I hope the videos are helping!

[@laagtabay810]

Doc, I had a whiplash injury last month, the symptoms are delayed. I already visit a doctor and go for xray, and he said its fine nothing serious no bone practure found. He give a medication for pain, I took it for about 3days. I notice after 3days my left hand finger specially the middle finger is numb and also on my right toe. I also had a sciatica, but it's already cure. But I still have weakness. Now my neck is in pain when afternoon..

[@adeshgoel9502]

You are doing really a great job. Thank you so much for sharing great great informations.

[@DrRowe]

Happy to help, and thanks for watching!

[@beanjean60]

Terrific video..and very informative...thank you. I have three pinched nerves, hoping to get better with various treatments.

[@DrRowe]

Thank you for watching!

[@justinmiklich230]

Jeannie S how are you feeling now?

[@beanjean60]

@@justinmiklich230 Some days. are terrible with pain, other days not too bad. Swimming helps a little but. not sure how much longer that activity will be available to me. I was supposed to have an epidural shot, but that's been cancelled. I do Mackensie stretches and others as well. I cannot take anything but Tylenol due to kidney issues so I just suffer through it some days. Thank you for asking

[@justinmiklich230]

Jeannie S I’m sorry that you are still hurting. I hope you feel better soon

[@bernardomontesinos]

@@beanjean60 how are you feeling now??! Help me

[@Chris-fl2bt]

I've heard researchers found herniated discs that are on the worse end of the spectrum have a more speedy recovery.

[@higiniomorales459]

In my early twenties my lower back gave out twice, the pain was magnificent. Both only took 2 long ass weeks to heal, well to be able to move around with only some mild discomfort. It was a good month before everything felt normal.

[@1999mreli]

Wow same thing just happened to me. I hope everything’s good now

[@higiniomorales459]

@@1999mreli - yes it's fine now.

[@fridrichrotman1385]

Hi friend I'm 26 I have same problem. How are you now ?

[@higiniomorales459]

@@fridrichrotman1385 - other than the unforgettable experiences, I'm doing just fine now. Hang in there buddy, in time you'll heal.

[@fridrichrotman1385]

@@higiniomorales459 I'm preparing to surgery ,😥

[@scottgoats]

Thanks for the detailed information! I’ve been looking for a video that could give some kind o time range for healing. Now there’s a little light at the end of the tunnel.

[@SirFrancisFoley]

I required surgery (microdiscectomy)in 15th Dec 2017 after a cyst formed in the area of the bulging disc. I was back to office work half days in first week of Jan 2018, full days the next week, I was stiff and couldn’t put on socks or tie laces for about a month. I was walking 3 km or more after a month. I was back on my bike and running by mid March. I’ve been fine sense.

[@zurtv2206]

What do you suggest me plz..i got slipped disc 5 weeks ago..still have pain

[@bernardomontesinos]

how are you feeling now??! Help me

[@SirFrancisFoley]

@@bernardomontesinos absolutely perfect. I’m walking, running even trail running, cycling and I have done S&C. I had one or two scary moments where I thought symptoms had returned but there passed quickly. Remember it will take the guts of a year for your back to completely heal. But you will be able to resume most activities in around 3 months. Best of luck on your journey.

[@SirFrancisFoley]

@@zurtv2206 sorry only saw this question now. You need to get medical advice. It took me about 9 months from onset to surgery but the symptoms were progressively worsening for me.

[@bernardomontesinos]

@@SirFrancisFoley thank you Francis... I’m glad you did it... where do you had your procedure??? Can you guide me to look for... some Facebook Dr’s Reference or KZbin reference? Thank you for everything mate

[@johnnyr8737]

extremely informative, thank you

[@احمدعبدالله-ك9ظ7ب]

Thank you so much for your advices.

[@DrRowe]

Thank you for watching!

[@sydney8382]

There is a new accupuncture therapy out of UK called microelectrics. One session of this healed my lower back pain and sciatica I’ve been having for a week from injury by 80%. After 1-2 days the shooting pain went away. I would describe it as 100 accupuncture needles while being massaged but is non invasive. The electrical charges stimulate the nerves to heal the disc also help with blood flow. Recommend this!

[@ondemandaquaworkouts]

I had a spine surgery 8 weeks ago. Nothing was helping to heal my herniated disc:( It got so painful that I did not even thought about not having the surgery. So far I get my life back and will be extra careful! Post surgery pain was nothing comparing to the pinched nerve pain.

[@BrandenFudgey]

Did it take you a long time to get an appointment for the surgery

[@ondemandaquaworkouts]

@@BrandenFudgey I only waited 9 days which felt like forever ;)

[@madison9474]

How are you feeling now? There is a risk that pain will come back in 5 years I’ve heard. Was post surgery recovery easy

[@ondemandaquaworkouts]

@@madison9474 I am 6 months after the surgery. I am doing well. Sometimes I feel a little bit of back pain but then I immediately rest of do my water exercises ) check my channel) I also regularly take relief factor and it is really working. I highly recommend it

[@medhatfahmy6955]

Hello You are great... thank you so much What is sign of nerve healing? is it bringing pain from legs back to lower back?

[@DrRowe]

Centralization of pain is what to look for. Pain that doesn't travel as far, comes back up the leg.

[@TheEDNC]

Yes but it depends on many factors including the degree of the rupture, plenty of patience, tender loving care and nutrition.

[@shenonnie17]

Thank You Dr. Rowe 🕊️

[@DrRowe]

Thanks so much for watching!

[@larencegagland506]

Doc I had severe pain for 7 weeks in my hip and leg, had to buy a wheel-Chair to get around, 3 months before I could walk upright after 8 months the pain finally went away, sciatical is the worst pain ever. That pain was suicidal.

[@FlashCadallic]

Yep, sciatia pain has to be experienced to be believed. Been there. Glad you are out of pain.

[@Mrdalejo2]

Larence gagland I know what you mean. Spent 9 months in constant excruciating pain on my hip and leg (right side) had to use electric wheel chairs when visiting stores. It has been 9 months since that day I woke up without being able to walk. I feel lucky to have been able to avoid surgery after being recommended by my surgeon. All I can say is that it takes time and be able to deal with the pain.

[@HAFEeX47]

same here i am going through hell how did u heal?

[@HAFEeX47]

@@Mrdalejo2 my pain is getting worse day by day can you help

[@frankreyna9281]

@@Mrdalejo2 i need to heal how did you heal your Sciatica? Please help thanks in advance.

[@user37814]

I believe in chiropractors they are like reconstractors of human body when damaged great videos and a helpfull informative doctor thank you and bless you

[@gerardguitarist]

I had a herniated disk resulting from a bad twist while carrying a load on my shoulder. It was one of, if not the worst experiences of my life. I did not sleep for 3 months. I did not miss one day of work. (Self employed). Pain medication didn't even touch it. If I was in continual motion it would be a constant 5 or 6 of pain. The second I stopped moving it would seize and shoot me through the ceiling. I could not take time off for surgery. Brutal. Long story short. It heeled. Took 6 months. And has never troubled me since. Wouldn't wish it on my worst enemy.

[@laxmandhakal7695]

how you heal

[@shahrahimee3652]

Glad you are doing okay now

[@aaaaaa3961]

Gerard Guitarist how did you heal ?

[@Andy224]

Did it heal on it’s own ?

[@mrwaymsfan]

Had a herniated disc for 4 months felt better for 3 months and then re injured for another 4 months, my siatica was terrible and the nerve still tingles now and again but I do everything I can before the injury now don’t give up and keep a good attitude

[@salahkhan1]

Hi bro how r u now

[@rameshjangir7545]

Sir really amazing video i saw lot of video on u tube but ur this gave me confident thnks sir

[@DrRowe]

All the best and thanks for watching!

[@luiscuaresma1090]

@@DrRowe sir how can i get in touch wih you personally? I need your personal help in my current condition

[@ramum9599]

Very nice details !!!!!!

[@Sketch1994]

When I was ending my mandatory military service I was forced to have an ACDF for a 7mm C3-C4 extrusion the exruciating symptoms of which I toughed out with no real pain management or help. The neurologist said that I shouldn't rush to do the surgery since the symptoms went down but the neurosurgeon literally forced me to do it. 8 months after a "succesful" surgery I am hit with CONSTANT pain that doesn't respond to NSAIDs at all and now I am unable to do almost anything either because it's accutely painful or because it leads to increased pain for the next 2 days. I can predict clouds storms and rain 3 times better than my local meteorological station (not nearly as cool as it sounds... I basically just start swirming and clenching my teeth from the pain and within 5-10 minutes I can just announce the weather for the next 8-16 hours). At the same time I can't plan any long visits to my friends, my family is hurting along and I can't work to support myself. The neurosurgeon after charging me an insane ammount (now that I am not insured as a soldier) for just one visit told me that the surgery is perfect and to just "deal with it". PS: I was discharged 4 days after surgery with minimal direction and even though it was evident I couldn't move my head around they told me to lighten up, never mentioned PT and sent me home with directions to take Paracetamol or whatever NSAID I had at home (later learned that this can cause a bad or failed fusion). I am 27 years old and I want my life back.

[@leobesa2887]

How are you feeling now sir? I hope you're better.

[@Sketch1994]

@@leobesa2887 Not well unfortunately. 2 days ago I was informed that if I develop any kind of tolerance to opioids (60mg codeine is the maximum availlable for prescription for non-cancer pain) they won't be able to adjust since they are very limited and generally not availlable in my country and in a few hours I'm meeting another neurosurgeon as per my orthopedic's instructions for an honest evaluation (my orthopedic straight up told me to not expect a second surgery to make it any better). Last time I cleaned the house and did some work my pain shot up and I got a 4 day migraine from it (untreated pain = more pain). I have been only taking painkillers at night to somewhat sleep (they are sometimes not enough) so I don't develop a tolerance as quickly. My options in this country have become very limited and fall between trying Kratom which is soon getting banned, fleeing the country to get proper pain management or commiting suicide (I am contradicted on whether it's within my morality to get illegal drugs which might land me in jail with no hope of ever getting relief again)

[@GR-yc9jp]

@@Sketch1994 I've read your story...I'm so sorry. Fellow veteran here...can I ask, how are you today? I'm having bulging disc in cervical spine with radiating pain into my arms and fingers, nonstop for 8 months now...and after reading stories like yours, frankly I'm terrified of surgery. I see a neurosurgeon for the first time tomorrow. I'm so sorry things were forced on you and that the military treated you as such. I hope you are experiencing improvements.

[@Sketch1994]

@@GR-yc9jp It still freakin hurts. I finally got into following my career but this is often a limiting factor and it's a real struggle to do it with all the pain. I hope the best for your recovery no matter what the treatment but make sure you find out if there are less invasive treatments or surgeries available. A fusion surgery should be the last choice and it is common knowledge among neurosurgeons that if you get one you are likely to need a second one within the next decade.

[@GR-yc9jp]

@@Sketch1994 Wow. Just wow. Thanks for responding, I appreciate it and will def be keeping this in mind!!

[@carolbenson6524]

So many good tips and explanations!!

[@DrRowe]

Thanks for watching!

[@ahjax]

I have had the pain for 4 months....It sucks since I'm too scared to drive long distances, golf, go on long walks, sit in a movie, etc. I'm a pain to be around since I can never commit to fun

[@DrRowe]

Check these traction exercises out: kzbin.info/www/bejne/mHLJm51ph9J2nas

[@ahjax]

@Ben Apeh I have had this pain for 6 months now. 3 epidurals. I think it's time I get surgery. It's not "unbearable" pain but it's so dull and chronic that I still dislike sitting at restaurants or being in the car for over an hour. Being in the move helps a lot or sitting on my stomach. Sitting or being in a casual setting sucks.

[@matoko123]

Golf! That has to be the very worst activity short of weight lifting!

[@mypalbill]

Excellent content as always. I suffer from a recurring herniated disc (confirmed by MRI, Herniated nucleus pulposus, L4-5.). I have had it happen about 4 times per year over the last 2 years, and man is it PAINFUL when it occurs. From talking to people, it's very common in men over 40 (I'm 52). I'm going to add a daily regimen of your recommended stretches to avoid this happening again in the future, fingers crossed!

[@DrRowe]

Hope the exercises help, and please give us an update in a couple weeks.

[@flowers3036]

How do you know each time it's a herniated disc? Do you have mris done each time?

[@hildatovar1499]

Thanks bro!

[@DrRowe]

Thanks for watching!

[@JustenHarden]

Came here after having an MRI / being diagnosed with 2 bulging discs. Thank you for this explanation!

[@DrRowe]

Thanks for watching!

[@nilaavibes7942]

How u now?

[@congdao3444]

Hi, I went to a physiotherapist a month ago and was diagnosed with a bulging disc (stage 1), probably not slipped or ruptured. I've had this problem for 1.5 years and had an MRI done then. The results showed a posterior disc bulge at l4/l5 with no nerve root compression. I also have schmorl's nodes at l2/l3, l3/4 and l4/5. The physiotherapist told me to do some exercises like Mckenzie and exercises that build core muscles to strengthen my core. However both Mckenzie and exercises do not seem to work for me and seem to aggravate the pain. My pain is is very slight, prickly and not always present. I'm sure that it's the sciatic nerve but it usually only causes a funny, weak feeling only and not a really sharp pain down my left leg. Sometimes the local area (l4/5) can feel uncomfortable. Because my problem isn't too severe yet it's still very uncomfortable and doesn't go away, I have stopped the exercises because they seem to cause more pain than when I do not do them. I also have a pull up bar I use to hang on to decompress my spine and relieve the pain, but that also only worsens it. What should I do? My physiotherapist said that a new MRI scan would likely not yield any new findings.

[@LisaMurphy]

No one answered you so I"ll take a shot. I have a stiff lower back and what helps me a lot is walking. Take two walks per day, 15 minutes each. I also never stand still, I wiggle my hips when standing in the kitchen or even brushing my teeth. Just keep moving the back gently. Also, have you tried one of those arch shaped plastic things that you lay on? It helps gently decompress your lower back. You can find them on Amazon for about 29 dollars.

[@congdao3444]

@@LisaMurphy thanks for the suggestions. Walking makes it worse for me.Do you have any disc problems?

[@LisaMurphy]

@@congdao3444 I don't believe I have a herniated or bulging disk but I have piriformis syndrome and a stiff lower back due to over exercise when I was younger. How about just laying on your stomach and reading in that position, and doing that several times a day. Also, how about wiggling your hips for a minute, say several times a day? I also have a massage chair, which I use every day for twenty minutes or so. And gel ice packs can be nice to have under the back from time to time. Try everything. And don't forget the most important thing of all: do not eat junk food and cut out the sugar!! NO SODAS especially. Hope this helps. Do not give up.

[@congdao3444]

@@LisaMurphy my main problem is sciatica which goes down the leg. Yeah reducing sitting time helps for me. Is there a particular reason for cutting down on junk food/sugar/sodas? Like how is it related to the back

[@LisaMurphy]

@@congdao3444 Like cut that garbage out or you'll never get better. Read up on how it's related, especially carbonated soft drinks. If you're serious about getting better then you'd better get SERIOUS.

[@edu6582]

Dr. Rowe great Afternoon! What happens to the disc after a protrusion does it closes or heal by itself?

[@queenhecate8975]

The sad part about the treatment, insurance doesn’t cover it 😢.

[@BHPTV]

Thanks, your vids really helped me out this week. Bless

[@DrRowe]

Great to hear that, and thanks for watching!

[@BHPTV]

@@DrRowe 🙏🏼

[@tarun1982]

I live in India. My case is most likely "severe". I've had the pain now for several months. It started when I bent to do something several months ago. Felt like something broke in my back and got this shooting pain in my lumbar region. How do I know if it is herniated disc or DDD?

[@youngnutsack17]

It’s most likely herniated if you felt shooting pain while doing something physical even just bending down. But the only way to know for sure is getting an MRI

[@AR-777]

How r u Tarun? Anything works? I m form india suffring from same.

[@maggiekay7426]

Mines be 4 months (and counting) Orthopedic doctor refused it was a herniated disc because I didn’t have nerve pain (she only did an X-ray not an mri). She told me come back in a month (as well as NO lifting or any activities like running, biking etc). I saw a chiropractor and pt who didn’t know what was wrong either. Then I saw another pt, who lifts as well, and said it was a bulged disc and recommended load management. NOT bed rest like the others recommended.

[@fofi7704]

About the bulging disc . So when you say to heal it means it ll go back like w normal healthy disk . Or it s just going back inside in the right position but still thin and tared inside

[@dmcsub]

Great video after suffering this last week I now have some better guidance on where I sit - smack bang in the middle! Thanks for the explanations

[@DrRowe]

Thanks for watching!

[@aaronbaron6468]

I'm 25 and I have been in pain for 7 months, finally I did an MRI and was shocked to know that I had prolapsed disc, no on thought it was even possible for someone of my age to get it so randomly, I have been in treatment for a 2 months then after with some meds and constant decompression, doctor recommended complete bed rest to let my spine heal, this has been going on for almost a month, sadly to say at this point I have no relief and symptoms haven't changed,

[@stalinjames6538]

Since I was 17 years old

[@vrshingh2767]

Are you fine now?

[@XoXSeba]

My doctor said that decompression techniques don't work due to the amount of force it would take to decompress a disc. He said that to decompress something it would be necessary to secure the ends with screws to be able to pull it out. Could it be that he doesn't believe in these techniques due to lack of knowledge or not being up to date with new discoveries?

[@kimkats8895]

First of all, Thank you. I have a qustion I had terrible pain a year ago, I had 12mm disk herniation (l5-s1). didi some physical therapy and after few month MRI showed than my disc herniation was only 8mm. So it healed a little bit. after that I do regular stretches and it doesnt hurt anymore. I was dancer before and I really want to dance again. Is it possible for me to dance and not damage my spine again? I want to start practicing to dance but Im too afraid that pain will come back. Do you have any suggestions? thank you again 😊

[@ivanshnel9732]

✔️,

[@sharathkumars9135]

if dancing is not your profession, please avoid. Disc doesn't get healed always. u r lucky

[@samiulhasan2753]

Hello.. how are you now?

[@kimkats8895]

@@samiulhasan2753 Actually, I'm better. I avoid lifting heavy stuff. I exercise regularly and sometimes dance 😇

[@Ranjana-ek1jg]

@@kimkats8895 hey how are you now?? Hope you're doing well ❤️‍🩹. Did you had another MRI To know the size of herniated now. Are you healed completely. Can you dance again

[@marquiswallace9957]

Don’t forget. Lots of water. Assists with blood flow and provides lubricant for the spine. For some reason this is NEVER mentioned. Average 100 ounces a day and try to walk 10-20 min every hour depending on pain levels. My condition plateaued due to ignoring these things.

[@semiauto3148]

My disk healed. But it took some pain blocks and a lot of pain and stretches It was in between L4 and L5...also stopped sitting so much and used a towel behind my back when I had to drive... all seemed to help. Good luck if you have this painful problem

[@cellkingsouthafrica3765]

how long it took to heal

[@semiauto3148]

Cell King South Africa for me it took about 6 to 8 months to feel much better.. pain blocks seem to help me best, then just doing the exercises and stretching. All seemed to get me back to where I am now.. but if it ever happens again. I will for sure have surgery. Not going through that again

[@cryptoharald8273]

​@@semiauto3148 how are you now

[@chrissylu4411]

Hi Doctor,it’s been 7 weeks since I had the lower back pain. MRI shows I have L3-L4 L4-L5 disc bulge and L5-S1 mild herniated disk,narrowing. After the first month,I slightly got better.However I started to having both legs pain(shooting pain) and lower back pain It’s really painful.Is that sciatic pain? My MRI shows mild herniated disk and it’s from my right side. Why I have both legs pain?🥺Thank you 😊

[@jashnakapadia252]

Did u get an answer to this?

[@5salh]

I have the same proplem and i havent answer from all doctors i am from egypt

[@mindovermovement6401]

Sorry to hear that.. ur pain s real.. and ur brain is producing your pain.. .. but it can be changed.. read about neuroplasticity.. follow my channel..

[@goukhongsai3796]

How are u now

[@Ranjana-ek1jg]

How are you now?? Hope you're doing well ❤️‍🩹

[@eshetuandarge6025]

I have the same problem,the disc is slightly damage and bulged out the video is really helpful and I’m following your programme.Thanks

[@DrRowe]

Thanks for watching!

[@eddiebrevet4000]

Since I found relief from herniated disc by traction, decided to stay stretched. Ten years of sciatica gone! Takes time, crutches to get around.

[@bekabeka71]

icy2 how does traction work

[@eddiebrevet4000]

Beka Machurishvili raise the foot of bed fifteen to eighteen inches, secure feet to foot of bed, I found a car inner tube, works best. Body weight provides the stretch. Flexing feet against resistance of tube, helps, I think. Was completely free of sciatica, five years, then it came back, last May. Results this time, a year later, movement pain went away in September, soreness is persistent, getting better. Was a longer recovery this time, do not neglect to traction, ever after, like I did , so won’t get again

[@aribella6913]

Thank you SO SO much Doc!

[@DrRowe]

Thanks for watching!

[@DavidCrooksPhotos]

I am on my second round of cortisone shots for sciatica that has me on my back. The doctor says it is caused by arthritis and I am 56. Is surgery the only way?

[@johna5484]

David Crooks I’m in the same position as you. Seems surgery is not normally effective. I’ve been in pain for two years straight.

[@chrischris5462]

Go see a chiropractor to do a side lumbar adjustment. Then do spinal decompression. It will help.

[@Troys221]

@@chrischris5462 side lumbar adjustment, I just watched a video & that looks painful LOL. Thanks!

[@chrischris5462]

tony simmons no no, it’s not painful at all. I did it a few times. But I heard that this adjustment should not be done too often. So I do spinal decompression now.

[@DavidCrooksPhotos]

Chris Chris Are doing the inversion table?

[@ravi01744]

Yoga can help to fix herniated/ bursted disc or any back problem. not 99%, completely 100%. yes, i always was looking for this answer but never found solution. I faced disc bulge 3.5 year, was advised for surgery but i didn’t go for surgery , keep continuing the Yoga and now, i don’t even feel i have ever had disc bulge. thnx

[@DrRowe]

Nothing is 100% certain other than death and taxes. Glad the yoga is helping, and thanks for watching!

[@jliu2488]

How long did it take you to be pain free?

[@gaylein39503]

Really good video! I might have a bulging disk, getting a MRI next week. Wish you weren't over 800 miles away, I'd be there. You wouldn't happen to do zoom medical visits would you? That would be awesome if you did.

[@MsErika1226]

This is very helpful and encouraging! Thank you so much :) I tried to watch your low back stretches video but it says private. Do you have another video suggestion?

[@DrRowe]

Check out: kzbin.info/www/bejne/bmSxf3-ZZtB2rqs

[@MsErika1226]

Okay thank you very much :) this is such a scary feeling and from your descriptions I think it is a bulging disc. I really appreciate you putting this out there fir all of us

[@MsErika1226]

I have a question. We have a pull up bar. Would hanging from that hurt or help?

[@kevinjhonson5925]

My l5-s1 1cm right disk bulge has caused me 6 months of pure hell. I could not even sit for 2 seconds before I’d start to scream.

[@ramonaholguin5983]

How did it better? Did u have surgery?

[@bernardomontesinos]

how are you feeling now??! Help me

[@seasunny100]

Hi, Dr. Michael Rowe! Have you ever encountered cases of spondylolisthesis? What exercises do you need to do to get the vertebra back in place? There is spondylolisthesis L5-S1 10 mm forward and its instability. How much will it hurt? 48 years old. Thank you.

[@shovonmallick1506]

how i can give you my MRI image.?

[@guitarlover302]

Had nasty herniated cervical disc few years ago neurosurgeon was keen to operate ! I was not given agony of previous one - went swimming regularly to build up muscles - front crawl not breastroke ! This combined with better posture let to it resolving itself despite surgeon saying it woulnt - having had cervical and lumbar disc surgery always try for conservative measures first ! 😊

[@robertkacala]

decompression of the spine and nothing that dehydrate you , no coffee no tea no alcohol

[@anthonyshaw8698]

Excellent!!! Thanks Doc

[@DrRowe]

Thanks so much for watching!

[@uttamsingha3562]

Sir may is spin problems L4 L5 L3 s1 s2 know health me injury surgery no recovery1 year

[@ivanshnel9732]

✔️,

[@pushprajyadav4988]

Great explanation 👍. What should I do to the patient. A person fell down with cement bag on his head and got injury on his cervical area. C1 to C3 are herniated because of that disc are ruptured. He can't able to stand or walk. Can Chiropractic treatment help this or your decompression therapy will help him. Many doc's has advised him for cervical operation. But his family not looking for operation. Can Without operation it can recover from ice and heat or compression therapy or adjustment. Pls reply.🙏

[@lyn883]

My herniated disc needed emergency surgery and it was the most painful experience I've ever suffered through!

[@MC-ny9do]

Lyn did u have microdisectomy?

[@lyn883]

@@MC-ny9do I did. Laminectomy with microdiscectomy. It has been five years and the disc has progressively herniated again. If I cant get it under control with chiropractic or steroid shots the VA has told me I'll need a spinal fusion. ☹

[@MC-ny9do]

Lyn rly? Omg :/ i was planning on getting a microdiscectomy but i dont want it to comeback

[@lyn883]

@@MC-ny9do I think a lot of people have really good results, but I'm one of the unlucky ones. My disc completely herniated and I needed emergency surgery. I think that may have had something to do with the condition it is in now. :(

[@mrsixxthsense5123]

@@lyn883 Had a surgery for a slipped disk at the age of 16-17. Now I am closing into the 40s and understand it was all a hoax. The circumstances around is for most people not interesting, however I know that the lower back will heal it self given enough rest. Surgery is false and not what they claim it to be, so if I could change the decision from when I was young, would do it in a heartbeat. Since I in my 30s lifted 145kg w/4 repetitions in dead lift, which would be impossible with a damage spine. Also when I have pain it do not come from the spine, but the hip bone on each side. From my point of view; hospitals and doctors are performing some very unethical procedures which for most people are to much to comprehend. Then we can ask ourselves. Who is the most sick of the people visiting to get assistance or those who work there..

[@lb7325]

Thank you for your videos. Your video on applying traction (leaning over the edge of a bed) have helped a lot. I uses a velcro back band to keep the pain away while doing daily activities. When the back band is off, I can feel pain start to come back within 30 minutes especially when standing or walking. I do not experience sciatica but rather the pain radiates to the back muscles and sometimes the hip. I have had L4-L5 issues for decades. A recent physical showed I have lost 1.5 inches in height so probably more than 1 disc is failing (age 70). Should I get an MRI or since I'm managing the pain, not bother?

[@Barkingspider]

Had two in my neck. 9 months and 6 months of pure hell but it healed both times. Right arm was 85% numb. No surgery.

[@HAFEeX47]

which exercise you did for neck

[@Barkingspider]

HiTMAN 47 the best exercise imo is to look forward and move neck backwards in the straight position. So you are tucking your chin back. 10 seconds and hold and repeat.

[@Javkillers]

so youre fine now? thats great. Also did you have numbness in your hand?