What to do if you have a bulging disc in lumbar 3-4?

For lumbar 3-4 bulging discs, patients can be treated with medication, surgery or physical therapy as prescribed by the doctor. 1. Medication: For lumbar 3-4 bulging discs, when accompanied by pain symptoms, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs such as ibuprofen, meloxicam and celecoxib can be used to relieve the pain as prescribed by the doctor. For those with muscle spasms, muscle relaxants such as Cloxazone and Flupirtine may be prescribed. If the lumbar 3-4 bulging disc compresses the nerve, vitamin B, methylcobalamin and other nutritive nerve drugs can be used. 2. Surgery: It is suitable for people with serious lumbar 3-4 bulging discs, accompanied by severe discomfort and difficult to be relieved by conservative treatment. Common surgical procedures include endoscopic nucleus pulposus removal, hemilaminectomy and intervertebral fusion. 3. Other treatments: Some people with lumbar 3-4 bulging discs can receive extracorporeal shock wave, low and medium frequency electrotherapy, high energy laser therapy and traction and other physical treatments to alleviate the problem. It is recommended that people with lumbar 3-4 bulging discs undergo further detailed examination and be evaluated by a doctor to formulate an appropriate treatment plan. Daily attention to lumbar warmth, avoid sitting, standing, long-term bending weight, etc., do not blindly use drugs.