Disk herniation is caused by wearing of the spinal discs. Things such as lifting heavy objects or a bad fall can cause disc herniation. A combination of wear-and-tear and injury can cause disc herniation. Jobs that involve heavy lifting and lots of sitting increases the chance of disc herniation. Treatment for disc herniation includes surgeries, but this is the last option to solve the problem. Micro-decrompression surgery is highly successful for leg pain caused by herniation. The surgeries are complicated and might not work for every person. Traditional treatment involves physical therapy to strengthen the spine Epidural injections are available, but have no proven benefits in treating the
