Plasma Disc Decompression Versus Conservative Care

"Subjects assigned to the PDD Group will be scheduled to receive the plasma disc decompression procedure using the Coblation® method.~Similarly to in Conservative Care group, subjects will be followed-up at 2, 8 weeks, 6 and 12 months (calculated from the date of the PDD procedure). The follow-up visits will consist of a brief physical examination in the clinic and completion of study questionnaires."

"Subjects assigned to the Conservative Care Group will be scheduled to receive physical therapy according to standard and customary care locally.~Subjects will be followed-up at 2, 8 weeks, 6 and 12 months . (Calculated from the time of first going through the individual training programme).The follow-up visits will consist of a brief physical examination in the clinic and completion of study questionnaires."