Herniated Disc and It’s Nonsurgical Treatments
Index What is Herniated Disc? Cause of Herniated Disc Symptoms of Herniated Disc Nonsurgical Treatments for a Lumber Herniated Disc Chiropractic Treatment Sciatica Exercise Medications Epidural Steroid Injections Who We Are?
What is Herniated Disc? A herniated disc is a problem with one of the rubbery cushions (disks) between the individual bones (vertebrae) that stack up to make your spine. A spinal disc is a little like a jelly donut, with a softer center encased within a tougher exterior.
Cause of Herniated Disc When the outer ring becomes weak or torn and allows
the inner portion to slip out. A disk can slip out of place while you are twisting or turning to lift an object. Lifting a very large, heavy object can place great strain on the lower back, resulting in a slipped disk.
Symptoms of Herniated Disc Pain and numbness, most commonly on one side of
the body Pain that worsens at night or with certain movements Pain that worsens after standing or sitting Unexplained muscle weakness Tingling, aching, or burning sensations in the affected area.
Nonsurgical Treatments for a Lumber Herniated Disc Chiropractic Treatment
Sciatica Exercise Medications Epidural Steroid Injections
Chiropractic Treatment It is a health care profession dedicated to the nonsurgical treatment of disorders of the nervous system and/or musculoskeletal system. It usually involves treatment of common lower back pain condition through manual therapy. This treatment applied with the goal of improving functionality and reducing nerve irritability.
Sciatica Exercise Specific exercise for lumbar herniated disk are prescribed according to which position will cause the patient’s symptoms to move from the leg. Many patient take extension exercise or press –ups to remove the pain. The low back is gently placed into extension by lying on the stomach (prone position) and propping the upper body up on the elbows, keeping hips on the floor.
Medications Medications may also help reduce the pain from a herniated disc, and non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) can reduce the inflammation caused by the disc herniation.
Epidural Steroid Injections Either oral steroid medication or an epidural injection may achieve a stronger anti-inflammatory effect, although their use is a little riskier. Approximately 50% of the time, it will provide pain relief that may last from one week up to one year.
Who We Are? AyurMana Review is an Ayurvedic Hospital in Kerala(India) which provides the best treatments for herniated disc and back pain.