Is a Herniated Disc a Permanent Injury?

Herniated discs are a common permanent injury, typically caused by a car crash or a job accident. The individuals responsible, including the at-fault driver, could be held legally liable. Individuals injured on the job can seek workers' compensation benefits through their employer's insurance coverage.

Is a herniated disc permanent?

Once a healthy disc herniates, it will never return to its normal anatomical state—the disease or injury is permanent in nature.

Does herniated disc ever fully heal?

The good news is that in most cases — 90% of the time — pain caused by a herniated disc will go away on its own within six months. Initially, your doctor will likely recommend that you take an over-the-counter pain reliever and limit activities that cause pain or discomfort.