What should I do about pain caused by lumbar osteophyte formation?
Disease description:
My aunt has lumbar spinal osteophyte formation, and she's been experiencing significant pain these past two days. I'd like to know how to manage the pain caused by lumbar spinal osteophytes?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Lin Yunfei
Pain caused by lumbar osteophyte formation; it is recommended to go to the hospital as soon as possible for relevant examinations, such as X-ray, CT scan, or MRI, to determine the severity of the condition, followed by targeted treatment from a physician. If the condition is mild, non-surgical treatments may be used, including adequate rest, keeping warm, and medication. Commonly used medications include ibuprofen, celecoxib, sodium hyaluronate, and prednisone. If the condition is severe, surgical treatment may need to be considered.
