Are IVs effective for herniated lumbar discs

Mild lumbar disc herniation by drip has some effect; for severe lumbar disc herniation, drip is not effective and can only be used as an adjunctive treatment. Mild lumbar intervertebral disc herniation, without related complications, no activity disorder and other conditions, through the drip has a certain effect. Dehydration drugs such as mannitol can be applied to relieve local tissue edema and improve the symptoms; non-steroidal anti-inflammatory and analgesic drugs such as flurbiprofen ester injection can be added when the pain is severe, and nutritive nerve drugs such as vitamin B6 and methylcobalamin can also be added. For severe lumbar disc herniation simple drip is not effective. Patients can choose physical therapy or surgical treatment to relieve symptoms, common surgical methods include: minimally invasive intervertebral disc surgery, percutaneous puncture and suction. Physical therapy can choose to do traction therapy, infrared physical therapy, electrotherapy, heat therapy and so on. The specific treatment of lumbar disc herniation should be selected in accordance with the progress and severity of the disease, and it is recommended to go to the hospital for examination before treatment and follow the doctor’s advice for treatment.