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Conservative Management
Non-surgical approaches including medication, therapy, and lifestyle changes
Overview
Conservative management refers to non-surgical treatment approaches for spine conditions. Many spine problems can be effectively managed without surgery using a combination of medications, physical therapy, exercise, and lifestyle modifications.
Treatment Options
- Rest and activity modification
- Physical therapy and exercises
- Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs)
- Muscle relaxants
- Heat and cold therapy
- Spinal bracing
- Weight management
- Ergonomic modifications
Recovery & Prognosis
Many patients see improvement within 4-6 weeks of consistent conservative treatment. Some conditions require ongoing management.