Hi, thanks for writing to HCM. The initial management of your problem is by conservative means - * avoid lifting heavy weights as it imparts more strain on your back * avoid forward bending activities as it will worsen the disc protrusion * Use a lumbosacral back support to augment your spinal muscles * Intermittent pelvic traction to cause a regression of disc * Maintain optimum body weight,if you are obese * Physiotherapy to strengthen your back muscles. Physiotherapy has to be done only after the acute pain has subsided * Judicious use of analgesics and muscle relaxants as needed If all these measures fail to provide you symptom relief, then surgical decompression may be an option. Hope this information is helpful. Good day