When a herniated lumbar disc compresses a nerve and produces symptoms, the specific recovery time is related to the degree of herniation, treatment and individual factors, and cannot be generalized. If a herniated lumbar disc compresses a nerve and causes leg pain, if the symptoms are mild, bed rest, moderate use of lumbar protection and topical creams to relax the tendons and activate blood can gradually relieve the symptoms in about 1-2 weeks after conservative treatment. If the symptoms are more serious, surgery is needed to remove the nucleus pulposus and release the compression, while using lumbar spine fixation treatment and anti-inflammatory and analgesic drugs, the local symptoms can be significantly relieved in 3-5 days after surgery. Of course, the specific time is also related to the patient’s physical condition, care and other factors, so specific analysis of the problem is needed. It is recommended that patients with lumbar disc herniation take appropriate measures in a timely manner when symptoms appear, and if necessary, visit the orthopedic department or rehabilitation department of the hospital for treatment under the guidance of a doctor.