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Bulging disc symptoms are found only in a minority of cases of this condition. In fact, most people are unaware they even have a bulging disc because it does not cause any symptoms. Furthermore, most people find that the condition heals on its own with time and can be easily managed in the meantime.
The group of people who do experience symptoms, however, will likely have one or more of the following:
- Pain
- Numbness
- Pins and needles
- Muscle spasms
- Weakness
- Stiffness
- Headaches (experienced with a cervical bulging disc)
- More
These symptoms can range in severity from very mild and infrequent to debilitating.
Treatments for Bulging Disc Symptoms
By following a regimen recommended by their doctor, most people are able to keep these symptoms mild enough to live a normal life. This regimen frequently consists of one or a combination of easy, minimally invasive methods, depending on the severity of the symptoms as well as the location of the bulging disc and other factors.
Conservative treatments for bulging disc symptoms include:
- Painkillers
- Anti-inflammatory treatments - medication and spinal cortisone shots
- Hot/cold compresses
- Rest
- Stretching
- Exercise
- Physical therapy
- Spinal decompression
- More
For more information on bulging disc symptoms as well as potential treatments for the condition, contact Laser Spine Institute. We offer a review of your CT scan or MRI free of charge to determine your eligibility for one of our procedures, and we'll also discuss all your treatment options with you based on the particulars of your condition.