The treatments for foot numbness caused by 45 herniated lumbar intervertebral discs include bed rest, traction, medication and surgery.
1. Bed rest: the occurrence of foot numbness indicates that the lumbar disc herniation has pressed the surrounding nerves, and bed rest should be strictly applied to reduce the nerve root compression and inflammatory edema.
2. Traction: make the gap between the vertebrae gradually open, so as to relieve the pressure on the intervertebral disc.
3. Drug treatment: At the same time with blood circulation and blood stasis activating drugs such as Vantone Fascial Patch, neurotrophic drugs such as methylcobalamin, vitamin B1 and so on.
4. Surgery: If the symptoms are not relieved after conservative treatment, surgery is needed to remove the herniated intervertebral disc to relieve the pressure on the spinal cord and nerves.
If the symptoms of foot numbness persist and are accompanied by leg weakness and muscle atrophy, it is recommended to go to the hospital in time for early and regular treatment. The above drugs are recommended to be used under the guidance of a doctor.