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Proven treatments for herniated discs

Evidence-based medications and physical therapy regimens prescribed online by expert doctors – personalized just for you.
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Three Easy Steps

How Dorsal Works

1
Online visit
A comprehensive virtual medical exam completed right at home, and reviewed by a real doctor.
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Your treatment plan, delivered
Rx medication shipped for free, and a custom 10-week physical therapy course for disc herniation
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Ongoing support
Unlimited follow-up doctor visits to adjust your plan as needed, and 24/7 messaging support

Our Medical Team

Our professors and clinicians have published hundreds of papers on spine disorders and musculoskeletal care. Get disc herniation treatment plans vetted by the best in the field.

Disc Herniation: Common Symptoms & Causes

The spinal column consists of 33 individual vertebrae, and between each pair of adjacent vertebrae sits a cushion-like disc that provides support and absorbs shock. But, these discs can tear fairly easily. When they do, their internal fluid leaks out and pressures nearby nerves. This pressure often causes back pain, or leg pain in the case of a lumbar (lower back) herniation.
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Treatment Options

Herniated discs are often treatable with conservative care like medication and physical therapy – MRI/CT scans and surgery are rarely needed. At Dorsal, we pair you with an expert physician who designs your custom treatment plan, selecting from dozens of safe medicines and PT exercise routines. In the rare cases where conservative care doesn't work, we'll tell you when to seek out an imaging specialist or a surgeon.
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WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING
Thought I needed to see a surgeon for my L4-L5 herniation. Someone told me to try out Dorsal first. Saved me a surgery!
– JOHN B.
Dorsal makes doctor’s visits absurdly easy. Used to take weeks to get a back pain appointment. Now I can talk to my doctor and adjust my treatment plan 24/7.
– HEATHER L.
I was told I just need to accept my disc pain. But a month with Dorsal and I’m nearly pain-free. Never thought I’d say that again!
– MOLLY R.

Common Questions

Who is Dorsal for?

If you suffer from a herniated disc, back pain, or another musculoskeletal pain disorder, and you prefer to receive treatment right at home, then Dorsal is for you!

Do I need a prescription to use Dorsal?

No. Your Dorsal physician will write a prescription for you based on your online visit if they assess it’s the right treatment course. Dorsal physicians are all properly licensed and prescribe medications online in full compliance with all federal and state laws. We only prescribe safe, non-opioid medications that are FDA-approved for treating herniated discs and back pain, including NSAIDs, muscle relaxants, and steroids.

What's the cost?

Appointments with back specialists, pain management doctors, and physiatrists (i.e. physical medicine and rehab doctors) are extremely expensive. $400+/hr.

With Dorsal, you get a whole month's worth of all-inclusive, concierge medical care for just $59 (with a special 14-day free trial for new patients). Our flat fee covers a comprehensive doctor consultation, multiple prescriptions, medication delivery, physical therapy from the comfort of home, follow-up care, and unlimited dialogue with our care team and medical providers. Your medication costs (with convenient refills) are included as well.

During your comprehensive consultation and diagnosis, you'll only get matched to board-certified MDs with extensive backgrounds in musculoskeletal medicine. No physician assistants or nurse practitioners. You may cancel or switch treatment plans at any time by dropping us a note at care@dorsalhealth.com. There are no surprises, hidden fees, or long-term commitments. See pricing details.

Who are the physicians on the Dorsal platform?

Dorsal physicians are all licensed, board-certified doctors. They’re the same doctors you would ordinarily go see for disc herniations and other spine conditions in an office, except that you can talk to them 24/7 from your phone or laptop. The Dorsal Medical Advisory Board, which designs and vets all clinical protocols, includes top professors, researchers, and clinicians from the most prestigious musculoskeletal hospitals in the world (Columbia, NYU Langone, Hospital for Special Surgery, and more). They’re experts on spine disorders with backgrounds spanning physiatry, pain medicine, orthopedic surgery, and more.

Is my health information secure?

Yes. Dorsal takes privacy and security very seriously, and the Dorsal platform complies with all laws and regulations around data integrity and health information security.