What Is The Success Rate Of L4-l5 Disc Bulge Surgery?

The success rate of L4-L5 disc surgery is typically around 80–90%, meaning most patients experience significant relief. However, surgery carries risks, scar tissue, infection, or future degeneration above or below the treated area. That’s why we often try non-surgical decompression and chiropractic care first. Many patients achieve the same relief naturally, without downtime or risk. If surgery becomes necessary, it’s usually because conservative care wasn’t attempted early enough.