Online Physiotherapy
for Slip Disc & Disc Herniation
in Chennai

Yes. Clinical research confirms that tele-physiotherapy achieves equivalent or superior outcomes to in-person care for slip disc. Patients in Chennai receive the same expert clinical diagnosis and personalised treatment protocols from Dr. Ponkhi Sharma PT via secure HD video call. No travel, no waiting room — just expert care from your home in Chennai.

In the vast majority of cases, no. Over 90% of lumbar disc herniations resolve fully with appropriate physiotherapy. Surgery is indicated only for progressive neurological weakness (foot drop, bladder/bowel problems), or when conservative management has definitively failed after 6–12 weeks of adequate physiotherapy. Dr. Ponkhi is highly experienced in identifying which cases require urgent surgical referral.

No. X-rays only show bones. A disc herniation is only visible on MRI. However, an MRI is not always necessary before starting physiotherapy — a skilled clinical assessment (via video in our case) can identify the pattern of disc herniation and determine the appropriate treatment.

Yes, extremely effectively. The key treatment for disc herniation — the McKenzie assessment and directional exercises — is entirely deliverable via video. Dr. Ponkhi can identify your directional preference, monitor pain centralisation, and progress your exercise program remotely with very high precision.

Most acute disc herniations with sciatica show significant improvement within 6–12 weeks of targeted physiotherapy. Complete resolution, including return to full activity and exercise, typically takes 3–6 months. Chronic disc problems may require longer management.

Initially: heavy lifting, forward bending (particularly with a round back), prolonged sitting, and high-impact activities. Dr. Ponkhi will provide specific activity restrictions and modifications based on your directional preference — these are not permanent restrictions but temporary accommodations during healing.