How to treat leg numbness caused by lumbar muscle strain
Disease description:
I've been suffering from lumbar muscle strain for some time. Recently, in addition to low back pain, I've also developed leg numbness. This has been very distressing and significantly affected my daily activities. I would like to know how to quickly relieve leg numbness caused by lumbar muscle strain.
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Lv Zhiqin
Leg numbness caused by lumbar muscle strain is usually due to a herniated lumbar disc or dysfunction of the lumbar facet joints compressing the nerve roots, leading to symptoms such as numbness and pain in the lower limbs. It can be treated using the following methods:
1. Accurate diagnosis: Confirm the cause through imaging examinations.
2. Muscle relaxation exercises: Including stretching, massage, and balance training, performed daily to help relieve muscle tension and stiffness, and promote blood circulation.
3. Physical therapy: Such as heat application, cold application, electrical stimulation, and ultrasound therapy. Regular sessions under the guidance of professionals can relieve muscle tension, reduce swelling, and improve joint mobility.
4. Rehabilitation exercises: Strengthening exercises for the lumbar muscles to enhance lumbar stability and reduce pressure on the nerves.
5. Surgical treatment: Patients with severe symptoms and ineffective conservative treatment may need to consider surgical options such as discectomy or laminectomy.
During treatment, patients should avoid maintaining a single posture for long periods, change positions regularly, avoid heavy physical labor, and maintain healthy lifestyle and dietary habits to aid recovery and prevent recurrence.
