Hey All, new to the site and have a specific question in mind. I am 29, recently diagnosed with a central disc bulge at L5/S1. I have a very active background but have never tried steroids . Now 6 months post injury, I continue to have Physio, but am no where near returning to training. Considering any available research, can anyone enlighten me into the effects of steroids on neural irritation and potential inflammation? Can they help me to heal? And can they help to eliminate my symptoms of low back pain and leg pain?