How to treat cervical disc herniation with minimally invasive intervention

  Cervical disc herniation occurs in people who work long hours, and its incidence has been increasing rapidly in recent years, based on chronic strain and disc degeneration. Cervical disc herniation mostly occurs in C5-6, followed by C6-7 and C4-5, mainly manifesting as radiating pain and numbness along the affected nerve distribution area (neck, shoulder and back and upper limbs).  Our department adopts the advanced minimally invasive interventional method, i.e., the combination of ozone nucleus pulposus chemical lysis + radiofrequency thermal coagulation for the treatment of cervical disc herniation through the anterior puncture of the disc under the guidance of C-arm.  Treatment mechanism: 1. Ozone: with strong oxidizing effect, it reduces disc pressure and eliminates immune inflammatory response in nerve root or spinal canal by dissolving proteoglycans in the nucleus pulposus, thus eliminating pain.  2, radiofrequency thermal coagulation: coagulation of the nucleus pulposus reduces disc pressure and shrinks the herniation; by heating the sinus nerve in the annulus fibrosus is destroyed, thus eliminating pain.  Advantages: 1, minimally invasive: fine needle puncture, no incision, no destruction of normal bony structures; 2, high safety: puncture under imaging guidance, and precise positioning by imaging and electrophysiological testing; ozone and radiofrequency have almost no adverse effects on normal tissues of the body after precise positioning.  3, good results: post-operative excellent rate of more than 90%; 4, minimal complications: rare complications such as bleeding, infection and nerve damage; 5, small medical expenses: short hospitalization time, rapid post-operative recovery, low cost.  Precautions: 1, informed consent before surgery, the patient is willing to accept this treatment method.  2.Improve all examinations before surgery, and control diabetes, hypertension and coronary heart disease in an appropriate state.  3.Eating and drinking must be prohibited for 8 hours before surgery.  4.Local residual pain may exist after surgery, which needs to be treated symptomatically.  5.Wear a neck brace for three months after surgery and avoid strenuous activities of the neck.  6.Avoid lifting heavy objects on the affected upper limb after surgery.  7.Regular follow-up and follow up for discomfort.