My problem is that I have no pain and take no medication and work out at the gym everyday. I read that if your pain resolves in under six weeks then conservative treatment should be your first option. I was under the impression that surgery is not a conservative treatment, perhaps I was wrong.
In any case from your comment with a C8 nerve root problem perhaps surgery is a waste of time at this point. I am primarily looking at surgery to potentially regain strength as pain reduction is not a motivator for me. So in general with a C8 nerve root what is the chances typically of gaining any strength back? What do you typically see?
The other question are there any risks of leaving the herniation in the spinal area? Should I have the surgery to remove this herniated material as a safety precaution?
I can live the way I am for sure as I am capable of virtually anything it does not have a huge effect on my life other than slightly weaker grip and a couple of numb fingers.
