Most people will improve with conservative treatment. A small percentage may continue to have chronic back pain even after treatment.
It may take several months to a year or more to resume all activities without pain or strain to the back. People with certain occupations that involve heavy lifting or back strain may need to change job activities to avoid recurrent back injury.
What to expect if I have Spinal disc herniation  (Outlook/Prognosis)?
Most people will improve with conservative treatment. A small percentage may continue to have chronic back pain even after treatment.
It may take several months to a year or more to resume all activities without pain or strain to the back. People with certain occupations that involve heavy lifting or back strain may need to change job activities to avoid recurrent back injury.