14/04/2026
Patients with disc herniation often look for immediate relief, but according to Dr. Farooq Sherzada, Consultant Endoscopic Spine Surgeon and a pioneer in the field, no surgery at all is the most appropriate approach in most cases.
The body’s immune system naturally identifies the herniated disc as a foreign element and gradually reduces it over time, leading to pain relief and improved mobility.
This underscores the importance of patience and proper medical guidance, as the body’s own healing process is often sufficient, with intervention only required in specific advanced cases such as Type III herniation.
