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Is the operation of disc necessary or can exercise do it?

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Hello doctor,

Is the operation of the disc necessary, or can it be done by exercise?

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Surgery on disc problems is not a must unless they are compressing the nerve and causing weakness in both legs, and you lose control over urine and passing stools. If it is a mild compression, you can manage it with exercise and meditation. In some cases, you can try the lumbar epidural injection.

Medically reviewed byiCliniq medical review team

Published At April 7, 2018
Reviewed AtJune 4, 2024

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Dr. Althuri Mohan Krishna
Dr. Althuri Mohan Krishna

Orthopedician and Traumatology

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