What to do about a herniated disc in a 70+ year old

Lumbar disc herniation should be treated according to the severity of the condition. Conservative treatments, such as bed rest, local braking, acupuncture, physiotherapy, traction, heat application and medication, can be taken for mild symptoms, while surgery is required for severe cases. Lumbar disc herniation is a relatively common lumbar disease in clinical practice. Patients with mild lumbar disc herniation who are not accompanied by a series of nerve compression symptoms, such as numbness and weakness of both lower limbs, are recommended to take conservative treatment methods, such as bed rest, local braking, acupuncture, physiotherapy, traction, heat application and so on. If there are pain symptoms can be used non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs such as celecoxib, indomethacin and other anti-inflammatory pain. If the patient’s lumbar disc herniation is more serious, and a series of nerve compression symptoms, it is recommended to seek timely medical treatment. Related patients are recommended to seek timely medical examination to clarify the cause of the disease and targeted treatment and therapy. The above drugs should be standardized and rationally used under the guidance of professional physicians and pharmacists.