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Cervical Bulging Disc Information & Treatment from Laser Spine Institute
A cervical bulging disc can be caused by a number of factors including age, repeated or improper use, and bad posture. Whatever the case, the result is a weakened spinal disc that allows its gel-like center to press into the spinal canal on to nerves in the neck. The result can be pain, reduced mobility, numbness, tingling and more. Depending on your condition, that pain may also continue down one of your arms. And because a cervical bulging disc affects your neck, it can significantly reduce your ability to perform simple tasks. The result can be missed days of work, giving up on hobbies that you love, and even a reduced capacity to care for your family.
Thankfully, there are number of treatments that can reduce your pain, including:
- A short period of bed rest
- Over-the-counter pain and anti-inflammatory medications
- Physical therapy
- Chiropractic care
- Epidural steroid injections
- Surgery
Most cervical bulging disc patients find relief using the more conservative treatments at the top of the list. Unfortunately, there are some who will need surgery to regain their quality of life. At Laser Spine Institute (LSI) they can opt for a procedure called a percutaneous endoscopic discectomy. During this procedure, one of our surgeons removes the portion of your disc that’s pressing on nerves and causing pain. There are a number of benefits to this procedure, especially when compared to traditional cervical bulging disc surgery. These benefits include reduced risk of infection and a quicker recovery time, among others.
If you’d like more information regarding this procedure, contact us today. We’ll take a look at your CT scan or MRI and let you know if our procedure is a good choice for you.