What to do about a herniated disc accompanied by spinal stenosis
Disease description:
The symptoms of weakness in the lower limbs are particularly noticeable; at times, one may feel completely devoid of strength. The diagnosis is intervertebral disc herniation accompanied by spinal stenosis. What should be done for intervertebral disc herniation accompanied by spinal stenosis?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Xu Shuai
The treatment methods for herniated intervertebral discs accompanied by spinal stenosis mainly include the following:
1. Bed rest: Resting on a firm mattress helps alleviate pain.
2. Medication: Administration of analgesics, neurotrophic drugs, and dehydrating agents to relieve symptoms of nerve root compression.
3. Use of braces: Wearing a brace to reduce lumbar muscle spasms.
4. Traction therapy: Applying traction to restore disc space height and alleviate symptoms of spinal stenosis and disc herniation.
5. Local injection therapy: Used to relieve pain and reduce nerve root edema.
6. Surgical treatment: Surgical options include fenestration, hemilaminectomy, laminectomy, and intervertebral fusion. The specific procedure is determined based on the patient's condition.
The specific treatment plan should be determined according to the doctor's recommendations and the patient's individual circumstances.
