Disc Problem

[bohersch]

@twhite03

As some of you may know, I was signed to the Baltimore Ravens two weeks ago. After a week of practice I came up with an injury that an MRI revealed to be a herniation in L4-L5.

My next step is to undergo a microdiscectomy. Reputable people have recommended that I have either Dr. Robert Watkins out of L.A or Dr. Isador Lieberman out of Miami perform the operation.

I have also heard of a new procedure called AccuraScope that uses a laser and is even less invasive than the microdiscectomy. I’ll check into that as well.

Recovery time should be anywhere from 4-10 weeks.

Charlie and others, do you have any recommendations as far as physicians are concerned? Any general advice?

I had three herniated discs long ago. Did not have surgery. I’m guessing you are now much more fit than I was when I did mine. You will recover. You will probably be stronger and better conditioned as a result of your desire to keep your spine healthy. Good luck.