Treatment for Bulging Discs
A spinal disc injury is diagnosed based on clinical tests, including MRI and CT scans [4], your medical history, and the symptoms you are experiencing. Rest, physical therapy, exercise, and medications should all be part of a typical spinal injury treatment plan.
Any form of treatment for a bulging disc injury aims to promote the return of fluid to the disc’s center while allowing the torn annulus fibers to repair over time. In order to achieve this, a cautious treatment plan should be used. Treatment options include:
- Medication
- Physical therapy [5]
- Exercise
- Lifestyle changes