- male
- 40 Years
- 14/08/2025
I've had a slipped disc for the last 5 years and the pain is really bothering me. Is surgery the best option for this or are there other treatments I should try first? What would you recommend for long-term relief?
Answered by 1 Apollo Doctors
Few people with herniated disks require surgery. If conservative treatments fail to improve your symptoms after six weeks, surgery may be an option, especially if you continue to have: Poorly controlled pain. Numbness or weakness.
Dr. Kamran Suggests...
Consult a Neurosurgeon
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