Herniated & bulging disc treatment
Herniated disc? Surgery isn't step one.
Non-surgical herniated and bulging disc treatment on Long Island.
Overview
Understanding it
A herniated disc sounds like a surgical problem. For most patients, it isn't. Discs can heal when the pressure driving the herniation is relieved.
Spinal decompression, adjustments, and rehab work together to relieve pressure, restore motion, and stabilize the spine.
Symptoms
- → Localized back or neck pain
- → Radiating arm or leg pain
- → Numbness and tingling
- → Pain that worsens with sitting or bending
Herniated vs. bulging
- → Bulging: disc protrudes but outer wall intact
- → Herniated: inner material pushes through
- → Both can compress nerves
- → Your exam and imaging determine which you have
How Fusion treats it
Your path at Fusion
Confirm the diagnosis
Exam findings plus imaging review.
Decompress
Relieve pressure on the disc and nerve.
Restore motion
Adjustments and therapy.
Stabilize
Core strengthening prevents recurrence.
FAQ
Common questions
Can a herniated disc heal without surgery?
In many cases, yes.
How do I know if my disc is causing my pain?
Radiating pain or numbness following specific patterns points to disc involvement.
I've been told I need surgery. Is a second opinion worth it?
Always.
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