“How long does back nerve damage take to heal?”
I am 20 year old male. I want to know how long does back nerve damage take to heal?
5 Answers
At the average regeneration rate of 1 mm/day in humans, recovery requires at least 100 days. More proximal nerve injuries, such as a brachial plexus injury, involve distances of up to a metre and require periods of more than 2-3 years for regenerating axons to reach and reinnervate the hand muscles.
Depends on the details and specifics of the injury. Pinched nerves in the back are usually a sign of something larger and need to be properly evaluated and not just delayed. Treat this aggressively at this age and it will significantly help with your back pain in the future. These can range from several weeks to several months to permanent.
It really depends on the “damage.” Herniated discs may reabsorb over time. 90% of “pinched nerves” recovery is over 6 weeks with physical therapy.
Nerves start healing at 6 weeks post-injury and heal 1 inch a month.
On average, human peripheral nerves regenerate at a rate of approximately 1 inch per month.
Michael J. Olek, DO
Michael J. Olek, DO
