How to treat lumbar disc herniation
Disease description:
Recently, I have been feeling discomfort in my lower back. After visiting the hospital for an examination, the doctor diagnosed me with lumbar disc herniation. I would like to ask how lumbar disc herniation is treated?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Chen Jian
LDH refers to lumbar disc herniation, which mainly presents with symptoms such as low back pain, radiating pain in the lower limbs, and numbness.
1. Rest and activity guidance: Appropriate bed rest during the acute phase, avoiding strenuous exercise and heavy physical labor, but prolonged bed rest is not recommended. Gradual resumption of daily activities is advised.
2. Medication: Use of anti-inflammatory analgesics and muscle relaxants to relieve pain and inflammation. Short-term use of steroids may be considered when necessary to reduce nerve root edema.
3. Physical therapy: Such as heat application, physical therapy, acupuncture, and massage, which can help improve local blood circulation and relieve muscle tension and pain.
4. Rehabilitation exercises: Under professional guidance, perform exercises to strengthen the back and腰部 muscles, enhance muscular strength in the腰背部 region, and improve spinal stability.
5. Surgical treatment: If non-surgical treatments are ineffective or the patient's symptoms are severe, such as persistent numbness and pain in the lower limbs, or even decreased muscle strength, surgical treatment should be considered. Surgical options include open surgery and minimally invasive procedures, such as transforaminal endoscopic discectomy, primarily aimed at relieving nerve compression and restoring lumbar stability.
