re: Anyone heal their herniated disc?

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Anyone heal their herniated disc?

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Man. I will be happy to talk to you in length about this.

I had a herniated disk in my neck about 4 years ago. It destroyed me. I could not work. I was extremely depressed as I was in constant pain and could only think "is this how i am going to live the rest of my life".

Chiropractors did nothing. I spend thousands on them.

I had two surgeons tell me that I would never be normal again until I had surgery. However, everything I read said once you have a surgery you almost always have more back/neck problems in the future.

Here is what worked for me.

1. Diet. Only natural foods and water. I actually think this was the least important factor, but I wanted to give my body ammo to heal.

2. Physical Therapy. I went 3 days a week and did their suggestions at home as well. I would say this was the most important factor.

3. Stretching, yoga. Again, a large factor in my healing.

If it is crushing you mentally like it did me, you may need someone to talk to. I'm happy to chat if you need it.


ETA: Once I started physical therapy, it took about 3 months to stop hurting. Once I stopped hurting, I got back in the gym and focused on my core and flexability for the first few months. Once that was strong, I started lifting again.