How to get relief from a herniated disk

Patients with lumbar disc herniation can be relieved by general treatment, physical therapy, medication, surgery, etc. If the symptoms persist, it is recommended to seek medical treatment in time. 1. General treatment: patients with lumbar disc herniation should take bed rest in time, pay attention to lumbar protection and avoid trauma. 2. Physical therapy: lumbar traction, red light therapy and other physical therapy modalities can be used to reduce lumbar pressure, promote blood circulation and relieve lumbar discomfort. 3. Medication: You can take painkillers such as Celecoxib for anti-inflammation and pain relief, or inject glucocorticoids under the operation of a professional doctor for nerve block treatment to reduce inflammation and pain. 4. Surgery: If necessary, surgery can be performed, such as open surgery or nucleus pulposus removal. Minimally invasive surgery such as laminectomy may also be performed. The specific type of surgery needs to be fully evaluated by the doctor. If the symptoms of lumbar disc herniation continue to be unrelieved, it is recommended to go to a specialized hospital in time to be fully evaluated by a doctor and choose the appropriate treatment.