Patient's question:
Due to the herniated disc controlling nerves requiring bed rest, I now have some muscle atrophy. Can muscle atrophy be completely restored?Doctor's answer:
Now you have a herniated disc that has controlled the nerves, which has led to muscle atrophy. If it truly results in muscle atrophy, it is impossible to fully recover; only a part of it may completely recover. You need to treat the herniated disc, and you should often lie in bed. You can use traction for treatment while ensuring you do not catch a cold. The local muscles need to be massaged, and it is necessary to perform massages every day to prevent swelling.