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Is Massage a Good Form of Treatment for Herniated Discs?

on May 9, 2022 | By The Barricaid Team

Herniated discs are fairly common but often treatable or manageable with conservative treatments. One of these is massage therapy. A deep tissue massage is one of the forms of manual manipulation that could provide welcome relief if you ...

Is a Herniated Disc or Bulging Disc Worse?

Bulging Disc vs. Herniated Disc: Which One Is More Serious?

on May 4, 2022 | By The Barricaid Team

The human spine consists of 24 vertebrae along with accompanying soft, spongy discs for added cushion and support. Any abnormality affecting any of these discs has the potential to be a source of discomfort or pain, especially lower back ...

Can Herniated Discs Heal on Their Own Suddenly?

Can My Herniated Disc Abruptly Heal on Its Own?

on April 27, 2022 | By The Barricaid Team

Spinal discs are surprisingly resilient and durable. For this reason, it is not unusual for disc-related symptoms to eventually go away. This is sometimes the case with herniated discs, a common problem often associated with age, sudden ...

Is Herniated Disc Nerve Damage Permanent?

Can a Herniated Disc Cause Permanent Nerve Damage?

on April 15, 2022 | By The Barricaid Team

Most of the time, pain associated with a herniated disc does go away, usually within a matter of months after the initial onset of symptoms. But there are some instances when nerve damage related to a herniated disc could become permanent. ...

Sports with a Higher Risk of Herniated Discs

on April 11, 2022 | By The Barricaid Team

Physical activities, including sports, are generally good for your spine and the rest of your body. However, some sports can place enough added stress on your lower back to contribute to herniated discs. This doesn't mean you have to avoid ...

Can a Bulging Disc Fully Heal?

on March 23, 2022 | By The Barricaid Team

A "bulging disc" isn't fully herniated, although it may eventually reach that point. It can still significantly affect nearby nerves in a similar way. The good news is the discomfort associated with this type of disc-related damage doesn't ...

Worthwhile to Have Herniated Disc Surgery

Is It Worth It to Have Surgery for a Herniated Disc?

on March 14, 2022 | By The Barricaid Team

Spinal discs are rubbery and spongy enough to cushion the spine's bones but still flexible enough to handle the stress from daily movements. Eventually, all this wear and strain can lead to damage to certain discs, especially ones in the ...

Who's at Higher Risk for Herniated Discs?

Do Some People Have a Higher Risk of Herniated Discs?

on February 28, 2022 | By The Barricaid Team

A herniated spinal disc has the potential to affect anyone of any age. At the same time, there are risk factors that can make some people more prone to herniated discs than others. To give you a better idea of whether or not you may be ...

Benefits of Walking for People with Bulging Discs

on February 23, 2022 | By The Barricaid Team

A bulging disc (which can become a herniated or “ruptured” disc) has the potential to disturb nearby nerves, which can make it difficult to benefit from regular exercise. At the same time, a lack of physical activity altogether isn't good ...

When Is Surgery for a Herniated Disc Necessary?

on February 14, 2022 | By The Barricaid Team

With any surgery for a herniated spinal disc, relieving nerve pressure and minimizing or eliminating disruptive symptoms is the goal. While there are many benefits associated with procedures of this nature, surgery is often a last resort ...

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