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

Are you worried that you might have a herniated disc, and that it's going to get worse, maybe to the point that it will need surgery?

Before stressing out too much, make sure to check out this video!

Dr. Rowe helps answer if a herniated disc will heal on its own. The answer might SURPRISE you.

The video breaks down the following (including what to do for each and how long they take to heal):

* Bulging disc
* Slipped disc
* Ruptured disc
* Herniated disc (including protrusion and extrusion)
* Pinched nerve

As mention in the video:

Watch now and take one step towards better health!

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Dr. Michael Rowe
St. Joseph MI chiropractor

Your local St. Joseph | Benton Harbor | Stevensville MI chiropractor

SpineCare Decompression and Chiropractic Center
3134 Niles Rd
Saint Joseph, MI 49085

**MEDICAL DISCLAIMER**

All information, content, and material of this video or website is for informational purposes only. It is not intended to serve as a substitute for the consultation, diagnosis, and/or medical treatment of a qualified physician or healthcare provider.

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[rodgray]

..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.

[Tazmaniac]

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

[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.

[danhope]

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.

[kathleennelly]

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.

[jamescampbell]

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 !

[timothywilliams]

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.

[myrahouse]

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 🤗

[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.

[gypsysoulgypsy]

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

[kubi]

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

[paulwharton]

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 the way from London !

[cssc]

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.

[ashky]

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

[amyloredo]

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

[cosimosanfilippo]

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

[jovinelbolivar]

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. 😊🇵🇭❤

[smitaghia]

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

[OliviaRatFit]

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

[UFOSgotme]

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