After minimally invasive lumbar herniated disc surgery, the time you can go to work is related to the type of surgery and the nature of the patient’s job, usually around 2 weeks to 1 month. Minimally invasive procedures for lumbar disc herniation treatment include radiofrequency ablation and intervertebral foraminoscopic disc removal. Both procedures are less invasive, do not disrupt the normal bony structure of the spine and the interrelationships of the joints, and result in a quick recovery after the procedure, usually 5 to 7 days to get out of bed. In the case of radiofrequency ablation, most patients can go to work after 2 weeks, and in the case of procedures such as laminectomy, most patients can also start working in about 1 month. After regaining function, patients still need to pay attention to avoid sitting and standing for a long time, take more rest, and it is recommended to wear a lumbar protector 3 months to 6 months after the operation to pay attention to the protection of the lumbar region. For patients who need to engage in heavy labor, it is recommended to resume work after three to six months, or switch jobs to avoid re-injury to the lumbar region. It is recommended that patients decide whether or not to go to work based on the recovery situation after being evaluated by a professional doctor.