--- title: Barricaid's Blog (4) description: (4) --- [![Find a physician](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/7330018/67c3fc36-d502-44a2-acc2-e22199a3dc90.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/7330018/67c3fc36-d502-44a2-acc2-e22199a3dc90) ![](https://blog.barricaid.com/hubfs/phone.png) Patient Support | [844-288-7474](tel:844-288-7474) [![Barricaid](https://blog.barricaid.com/hubfs/Barricaid.svg "Barricaid")](https://barricaid.com/) - [For physicians](https://barricaid.com/fda-approved-annular-closure-device/) - [Barricaid technology](https://barricaid.com/fda-approved-annular-closure-device/lumbar-disc-herniation-after-discectomy/) - [Published clinical evidence](https://barricaid.com/fda-approved-annular-closure-device/published-clinical-evidence/) - [Reimbursement](https://barricaid.com/fda-approved-annular-closure-device/reimbursement-support-center/) - [Events](https://barricaid.com/events/) - [For patients](https://barricaid.com/reherniation-after-surgery/) - [FAQs](https://barricaid.com/faqs/) - [Am I at risk for reherniation?](https://barricaid.com/reherniation-after-surgery/herniated-disc-treatment-options/) - [Barricaid treatment](https://barricaid.com/reherniation-after-surgery/discectomy-risks-with-large-hole-discs/) - [Testimonials](https://barricaid.com/reherniation-after-surgery/barricaid-testimonials/) - [Am I a candidate for Barricaid?](https://barricaid.com/am-i-a-candidate-for-barricaid/) - [Blog](https://blog.barricaid.com/blog) - [Find a physician](https://barricaid.com/surgeon-locator/) - [News](https://barricaid.com/discectomy-surgery-in-the-news/) - [Press Release](https://barricaid.com/intrinsic-therapeutics-inc-announces-results-from-post-market-study-confirming-benefits-of-barricaid-annular-closure-implant/) - [About us](https://barricaid.com/recurrent-disc-herniation-solution/) - [Management](https://barricaid.com/recurrent-disc-herniation-solution/barricaid-management-intrinsic-therapeutics/) - [Board of directors](https://barricaid.com/recurrent-disc-herniation-solution/barricaid-board-of-directors/) - [Patents](https://barricaid.com/barricaid-patents/) - [Careers](https://barricaid.com/recurrent-disc-herniation-solution/barricaid-careers/) - [Contact](https://barricaid.com/barricaid-contact-intrinsic-therapuetics/) # Barricaid's Blog ### Blog Categories - [Spine Surgery (319)](https://blog.barricaid.com/blog/tag/spine-surgery) - [Spinal Conditions (176)](https://blog.barricaid.com/blog/tag/spinal-conditions) - [Herniated Disc (161)](https://blog.barricaid.com/blog/tag/herniated-disc) - [Discectomy (113)](https://blog.barricaid.com/blog/tag/discectomy) - [Microdiscectomy (69)](https://blog.barricaid.com/blog/tag/microdiscectomy) - [Disc Herniation (57)](https://blog.barricaid.com/blog/tag/disc-herniation) - [Reherniation (42)](https://blog.barricaid.com/blog/tag/reherniation) - [Sciatica (25)](https://blog.barricaid.com/blog/tag/sciatica) - [Surgical Treatment (14)](https://blog.barricaid.com/blog/tag/surgical-treatment) - [Sports (9)](https://blog.barricaid.com/blog/tag/sports) - [Back Pain from Sports (7)](https://blog.barricaid.com/blog/tag/back-pain-from-sports) - [Discectomy and Laminectomy (6)](https://blog.barricaid.com/blog/tag/discectomy-and-laminectomy) - [Healthy Spine & Prevention (6)](https://blog.barricaid.com/blog/tag/healthy-spine-prevention) - [Risk Factors (6)](https://blog.barricaid.com/blog/tag/risk-factors) - [Lower Back Pain (5)](https://blog.barricaid.com/blog/tag/lower-back-pain) - [Back Surgery (3)](https://blog.barricaid.com/blog/tag/back-surgery) - [Non-Surgical Treatment (2)](https://blog.barricaid.com/blog/tag/non-surgical-treatment) - [Spine Injuries (2)](https://blog.barricaid.com/blog/tag/spine-injuries) - [what is degenerative disc disease (1)](https://blog.barricaid.com/blog/tag/what-is-degenerative-disc-disease) [![What Are the Risks and Benefits of Discectomy Surgery](https://blog.barricaid.com/hubfs/5.13%20-%20What%20Are%20the%20Risks%20and%20Benefits%20of%20Discectomy%20Surgery_Barricaid_USA.png)](https://blog.barricaid.com/blog/discectomy-surgery-benefits-and-risks) ### [What Do Patients Need to Know about Risks and Benefits Associated with Discectomy Surgery?](https://blog.barricaid.com/blog/discectomy-surgery-benefits-and-risks) on May 13, 2026 | By [Barricaid](https://blog.barricaid.com/blog/author/barricaid) Discectomy surgery generally offers significant relief from nerve pain caused by herniated discs, with success rates exceeding 85 percent for appropriate candidates. The primary benefits include rapid pain reduction and restored mobility, ... [Read More](https://blog.barricaid.com/blog/discectomy-surgery-benefits-and-risks) [![What Are the Warning Signs of Reherniation after Surgery ](https://blog.barricaid.com/hubfs/5.11%20-%20What%20Are%20the%20Warning%20Signs%20of%20Reherniation%20After%20Surgery_Barricaid_USA.png)](https://blog.barricaid.com/blog/post-surgery-reherniation-symptoms) ### [How Do You Know if Your Disc Has Reherniated Following Back Surgery?](https://blog.barricaid.com/blog/post-surgery-reherniation-symptoms) on May 11, 2026 | By [Barricaid](https://blog.barricaid.com/blog/author/barricaid) Reherniation after disc surgery produces recognizable warning signs, including the return of radiating leg or arm pain, new or worsening numbness, muscle weakness, and changes in bladder or bowel function. These symptoms generally appear ... [Read More](https://blog.barricaid.com/blog/post-surgery-reherniation-symptoms) [![How Effective Is Microdiscectomy Surgery for Sciatica](https://blog.barricaid.com/hubfs/5.8%20-%20How%20Effective%20Is%20Microdiscectomy%20Surgery%20for%20Sciatica_Barricaid_USA.png)](https://blog.barricaid.com/blog/is-microdiscectomy-an-effective-treatment-for-sciatica) ### [Is Microdiscectomy Surgery the Right Solution for Your Sciatica Pain?](https://blog.barricaid.com/blog/is-microdiscectomy-an-effective-treatment-for-sciatica) on May 8, 2026 | By [Barricaid](https://blog.barricaid.com/blog/author/barricaid) Microdiscectomy is highly effective for sciatica caused by a herniated disc, with success rates consistently reported between 80 and 90 percent. Relief from leg pain is typically immediate following the procedure. In this article, we ... [Read More](https://blog.barricaid.com/blog/is-microdiscectomy-an-effective-treatment-for-sciatica) [![How Does a Herniated Disc Affect Your Daily Life](https://blog.barricaid.com/hubfs/5.6%20-%20How%20Does%20a%20Herniated%20Disc%20Affect%20Your%20Daily%20Life_Barricaid_USA.png)](https://blog.barricaid.com/blog/the-impact-of-herniated-discs-on-everyday-life) ### [What Parts of Your Daily Life Are Disrupted by a Herniated Disc?](https://blog.barricaid.com/blog/the-impact-of-herniated-discs-on-everyday-life) on May 6, 2026 | By [Barricaid](https://blog.barricaid.com/blog/author/barricaid) A herniated disc affects daily life by compressing nearby nerves, producing pain, numbness, and weakness that disrupt movement, sleep, work, and basic self-care. The severity depends on which disc is involved and how much nerve tissue is ... [Read More](https://blog.barricaid.com/blog/the-impact-of-herniated-discs-on-everyday-life) [![Is a Discectomy the Right Solution for Your Herniated Disc](https://blog.barricaid.com/hubfs/5.4%20-%20Is%20a%20Discectomy%20the%20Right%20Solution%20for%20Your%20Herniated%20Disc_Barricaid_USA.png)](https://blog.barricaid.com/blog/should-i-have-a-discectomy-for-my-herniated-disc) ### [When Should You Consider a Discectomy for a Herniated Disc?](https://blog.barricaid.com/blog/should-i-have-a-discectomy-for-my-herniated-disc) on May 4, 2026 | By [Barricaid](https://blog.barricaid.com/blog/author/barricaid) A discectomy is generally the right solution for a herniated disc when conservative treatments have failed after several weeks and symptoms such as radiating nerve pain, numbness, or weakness are significantly limiting daily life. In this ... [Read More](https://blog.barricaid.com/blog/should-i-have-a-discectomy-for-my-herniated-disc) [![How Long Does Sciatica Last after Discectomy](https://blog.barricaid.com/hubfs/4.29%20-%20How%20Long%20Does%20Sciatica%20Last%20after%20Discectomy.png)](https://blog.barricaid.com/blog/length-of-post-discectomy-sciatica-symptoms) ### [How Long Will Sciatica Symptoms Last Following a Discectomy?](https://blog.barricaid.com/blog/length-of-post-discectomy-sciatica-symptoms) on April 29, 2026 | By [Barricaid](https://blog.barricaid.com/blog/author/barricaid) Most patients experience significant relief from sciatica within 6 to 12 weeks after discectomy. Full nerve recovery, however, takes longer (typically 3 to 6 months), with residual numbness or tingling sometimes persisting up to one year ... [Read More](https://blog.barricaid.com/blog/length-of-post-discectomy-sciatica-symptoms) [![What Will the Emergency Room Do for a Herniated Disc](https://blog.barricaid.com/hubfs/4.27%20-%20What%20Will%20the%20Emergency%20Room%20Do%20for%20a%20Herniated%20Disc.png)](https://blog.barricaid.com/blog/typical-er-treatment-for-herniated-discs) ### [What Will the Emergency Room Do for a Herniated Disc?](https://blog.barricaid.com/blog/typical-er-treatment-for-herniated-discs) on April 27, 2026 | By [Barricaid](https://blog.barricaid.com/blog/author/barricaid) The emergency room generally does not treat a herniated disc (also commonly known as a slipped disc) with surgery. Instead, ER staff focus on ruling out dangerous complications, controlling severe pain, ordering diagnostic imaging, and ... [Read More](https://blog.barricaid.com/blog/typical-er-treatment-for-herniated-discs) [![Can a Herniated Disc Cause Hip Pain ](https://blog.barricaid.com/hubfs/4.24%20-%20Can%20a%20Herniated%20Disc%20Cause%20Hip%20Pain.png)](https://blog.barricaid.com/blog/can-hip-pain-be-produced-by-a-herniated-disc) ### [Is Your Hip Pain Being Caused by a Herniated Disc?](https://blog.barricaid.com/blog/can-hip-pain-be-produced-by-a-herniated-disc) on April 24, 2026 | By [Barricaid](https://blog.barricaid.com/blog/author/barricaid) Yes, a herniated disc can cause hip pain. When a spinal disc ruptures and presses on surrounding nerves, particularly in the lumbar spine, pain, numbness, or weakness can radiate into the hip, buttock, and leg. In this article, we explore ... [Read More](https://blog.barricaid.com/blog/can-hip-pain-be-produced-by-a-herniated-disc) [![What Can I Expect 5 Days after Discectomy Surgery](https://blog.barricaid.com/hubfs/4.22%20-%20What%20Can%20I%20Expect%205%20Days%20after%20Discectomy%20Surgery.png)](https://blog.barricaid.com/blog/what-should-you-expect-five-days-after-having-discectomy-surgery) ### [What Does Recovery Look Like on Day 5 after a Discectomy?](https://blog.barricaid.com/blog/what-should-you-expect-five-days-after-having-discectomy-surgery) on April 22, 2026 | By [Barricaid](https://blog.barricaid.com/blog/author/barricaid) Five days after discectomy surgery (often a microdiscectomy), most patients are mobile, managing pain with oral medication, and beginning to resume light daily activities. Discomfort is normal at this stage, but sharp, worsening, or new ... [Read More](https://blog.barricaid.com/blog/what-should-you-expect-five-days-after-having-discectomy-surgery) [![How Long Do You Need Pain Meds after a Microdiscectomy](https://blog.barricaid.com/hubfs/4.20%20-%20How%20Long%20Do%20You%20Need%20Pain%20Meds%20after%20a%20Microdiscectomy.png)](https://blog.barricaid.com/blog/how-long-will-i-need-medication-for-pain-following-a-microdiscectomy) ### [How Soon Can You Stop Taking Pain Medication after a Microdiscectomy?](https://blog.barricaid.com/blog/how-long-will-i-need-medication-for-pain-following-a-microdiscectomy) on April 20, 2026 | By [Barricaid](https://blog.barricaid.com/blog/author/barricaid) Most patients need prescription pain medication for approximately 3–7 days following a microdiscectomy, with the majority transitioning to over-the-counter pain relievers within the first two weeks. Total pain management typically spans ... 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