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Herniated disc injuries and the time it takes to heal depends on the injuryβs cause, the severity, and where it occurred along the spine. Symptoms can last a few days to months. Chiropractic treatment, massage therapy, and decompression realign the spine and return the disc to its correct position. Still, the herniated disc signs it is returning to normal can take time as the rest of the spine and body adjust to the realignment.
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Most cases take a few weeks with healing time depending on health conditions, physical activity level, and age. However, in severe cases, a herniated disc can take up to several months to fully heal, but discomfort symptoms usually resolve sooner.
Returning to regular activities depends on the individualβs case and condition. It is essential not to overdo things that can cause excessive loading of the spine before the disc has fully healed, which increases the risk of re-herniation and other injuries.
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Factors that influence recovery: Mayo Clinic. February 8, 2022. βHerniated disk.β www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/herniated-disk/symptoms-causes/syc-20354095
Factors that influence recovery: NHS. March 22, 2021. βSlipped Disc.β www.nhs.uk/conditions/slipped-disc/
How to speed up healing time: American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons. January 2022. βHerniated Disk in the Lower Backβ orthoinfo.aaos.org/en/diseasesβconditions/herniated-disk-in-the-lower-back/
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