How long does lumbar disc herniation last?

For patients with mild lumbar disc herniation, it may take 1-2 weeks to relieve their hip pain. For patients with moderate lumbar disc herniation, it may take 3-6 weeks to relieve their hip pain.

For patients with moderate lumbar disc herniation who do not

relieve their pain after conservative treatment for 1 - 2 weeks, minimally invasive surgery is required. Endoscopic discectomy is performed to achieve therapeutic effect. After surgery, the back muscles are strengthened. The hip pain will usually be relieved in about 3-6 weeks.