How to treat herniated disc and leg pain

The treatment of lumbar disc herniation leg pain includes general treatment, traditional Chinese medicine treatment, drug treatment, physical therapy and surgical treatment. 1. General treatment: in the acute stage, absolute bed rest should be provided, and in the later stage, waist cuffs can be worn for activities, usually avoiding prolonged sitting, prolonged standing and stooping to carry heavy objects, paying attention to lumbar warmth, and avoiding lumbar trauma. 2. Traditional Chinese medicine treatment: massage, tuina, acupuncture, etc. performed by professionals can reduce the pressure on the lumbar intervertebral discs and alleviate the pain. 3. Medication: Oral nerve-nourishing drugs such as methylcobalamin and vitamin B1 can be taken, and non-steroidal anti-inflammatory painkillers such as diclofenac sodium and meloxicam can also be taken orally for pain-relieving treatment. 4. Physiotherapy: Hot compresses, baking electricity, ultrasound and other physiotherapy can be carried out on the waist to promote local blood circulation and reduce the symptoms. 5. Surgery: If the above treatments are ineffective and the pain is severe, you can choose surgery, such as minimally invasive nucleus pulposus removal. Lumbar disc herniation leg pain, it is recommended to go to the hospital in a timely manner to improve the relevant examination, after a clear diagnosis under the guidance of the doctor to choose standardized treatment, in order to reduce the adverse effects of the disease, the above medication need to follow the doctor’s instructions.