How is cervical disc herniation treated?
Disease description:
My uncle has been experiencing significant neck pain. After a hospital examination, he was diagnosed with cervical disc herniation. I would like to ask, how is cervical disc herniation treated?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Xu Shuai
The treatment of cervical disc herniation mainly includes the following methods:
1. Medication:
- Use non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, such as celecoxib capsules and ibuprofen, to relieve pain and reduce inflammation.
- Administer neurotrophic drugs, such as mecobalamin tablets, to promote recovery of nerve function.
- Apply blood circulation-promoting and stasis-resolving medications, such as Jingfukang granules, to improve blood circulation and alleviate pain.
2. Physical therapy:
- Cervical traction, using specialized devices to stretch the cervical spine, thereby enlarging the intervertebral foramina and relieving nerve compression.
- Electroacupuncture and massage, which help relax muscles, improve circulation, and relieve muscle tension.
3. Surgical treatment:
- Cervical discectomy, directly removing the protruding portion of the intervertebral disc.
- Minimally invasive surgery, performed through small incisions to reduce trauma.
- Fusion surgery, stabilizing the cervical vertebrae by fixing them together to form a stable structure.
Appropriate treatment methods should be selected based on the patient's specific condition and the physician's recommendations.
