Treatment of protrusion of the intervertebral disc at home

Protrusion of the spinal discs is a pathological process in the intervertebral structures, which is the main symptom of the initial stage of a degenerative-dystrophic disease known as osteochondrosis. With such a violation, irreversible changes occur in the spine, as a result of which the nutrition of the intervertebral disc is disrupted, the tissues lose their former elasticity, which becomes a factor in the appearance of various diseases.

Pathological changes occur more often in the lumbar spine, which is associated with increased load, lack of movement, frequent sitting.

The destruction of the disc at the stage of protrusion can still be stopped without surgery, but if pathological changes in the spine are ignored, this will lead to the appearance of osteochondrosis, and then a hernia, which already poses a great danger to health and life.

But at the same time, it is important to understand that treatment at home will not eliminate such a pathology as protrusion of the intervertebral discs, except for the use of folk remedies, it is important to adhere to the course of therapy prescribed by the attending physician.

Why does protrusion occur?

At the initial stages of the pathology of the spine, the treatment is selected, depending on the causative factor. By eliminating the adverse events that affect the health of the spinal column on a daily basis, you can stop the destruction of the disc and vertebrae, and start the recovery process. And if how to cure lumbar protrusion without radical measures is not yet known, then every experienced vertebrologist will be able to tell you how to prevent its consequences and forget about the symptoms.

What can cause  a protrusion of the intervertebral disc:

1. Sedentary lifestyle.
2. Lack of adequate physical activity.
3. Various types of curvature of the spine.
4. hereditary predisposition.
5. Physiological aging of the body.
6. Past trauma or surgery.
7. Chronic back injury.
8. Congenital anomalies of the spine.
9. High load on the back during pregnancy and during difficult childbirth.

It is almost impossible to timely determine the occurrence of protrusion in the lumbar region. Pathological processes begin without symptoms, alarming signs appear when the tissues surrounding the disk already suffer from protrusion.

Indirect signs of pathology can be observed at any stage. Protrusions in the lumbar region are manifested by pain during movement, sharp turns, long sitting. Rarely, there may be attacks of sciatica. At an advanced stage, without treatment, protrusion affects reproductive function, leads to pathology of the pelvic organs. The most severe consequence will be disability.

Treatment of protrusion

Many patients, having heard the diagnosis of protrusion of the intervertebral discs, do not attach much importance to this, believing that good health and the absence of any symptoms indicate the health of the spine. But it is from this that severe pathologies begin that threaten life and require an operation.

Treatment of protrusion of the lumbar spine with folk remedies and drugs is extremely important, regardless of the severity of symptoms and general well-being.

Continuing to lead a normal life, it is possible to come to the conclusion that the fibrous ring of the disc will rupture and the pulp will prolapse into the spinal canal. This will already cause compression of the roots and disruption of the internal organs.

Before treating protrusions of the spinal discs at home, it is important to understand what changes occur in the spinal column and how it manifests itself.

Pathogenetic processes during protrusion :

1. A damaged disc compresses the bone structures and ligaments, which leads to inflammatory changes.
2. A dropped disc irritates the nerve endings and central roots, which leads to pain.
3. Infringement of the nerve roots provokes numbness of the legs.
4. The destruction of cartilage is due to a violation of the supply of nutrients.

Without surgery, you can influence every pathological process that provokes unpleasant symptoms and can lead to complications.

Inflammation is eliminated by local remedies and oral tablets. Pain syndrome can be removed thanks to special gymnastics and physiotherapy procedures. Severe pain is removed by blockade of the spine and taking narcotic analgesics. Compression of the nerve roots can be eliminated by minimally invasive surgical techniques (laser vaporization).

A properly selected complex of therapeutic exercises will help increase the space between the vertebrae, which will eliminate constant irritation of the nerve roots.

It is no longer so easy to restore cartilage tissue; chondroprotective drugs are often used for this. Unfortunately, they are ineffective and have a number of side effects.

Folk remedies

Treatment of protrusion of the lumbar spine with folk remedies is considered as an auxiliary measure to eliminate the symptomatic complex, which worries due to inflammation and compression of the nerve roots. The most effective topical products contain anti-inflammatory components.

Garlic tincture:

1. The crushed head of garlic is poured into 100 ml of vodka.
2. The mixture is stored in a dark room for 10 days.
3. The finished product is applied to the diseased spine for half an hour.

Important! Such compresses can lead to skin burns, therefore it is important to withstand the remedy for no more than the specified time. Such a recipe cannot be used daily, but it is good to alternate it with a turpentine bath.

To prepare the latter, you need to grind baby soap and pour it with a liter of boiling water. 20 ml of salicylic alcohol and a glass of turpentine are added to this mixture. The product is stirred and added to a hot water bath. The duration of the procedure is no more than 15 minutes. Turpentine baths are contraindicated in CCC pathologies.

A good remedy for home treatment of protrusions is Kalanchoe. This plant contains anti-inflammatory components, and when applied externally, it promotes wound healing. For the treatment of the spine, it is necessary to apply a sheet of Kalanchoe in the area of ​​\u200b\u200bthe pathological focus.

For lower back pain, comfrey tincture can be used. For preparation, it is necessary to pour the crushed root of the plant with 500 ml of alcohol, and insist for 2 weeks. The finished product is taken in a teaspoon on an empty stomach.

It is good to combine treatment with folk remedies with pharmaceutical preparations, among which is Comfrey's anesthetic ointment. Tincture and ointment can be used for compresses for 10 days, after which a break for a week is required.

Lilac flowers will be useful for relieving inflammation and fever. To prepare the product, it is necessary to insist the plant for a week in a liter of vodka, the finished product is rubbed into the sore back before bedtime.

Pharmacy preparations

Drug treatment of protrusions is carried out to relieve pain, which has different mechanisms of development. The first is a reflex reaction that appears as a result of muscle spasm against the background of receptor irritation. Constant hypertonicity provokes persistent symptoms. This phenomenon is observed in almost all patients with protrusion of the intervertebral disc. Hypothermia, accidental injury, and uncomfortable body position can cause muscle spasms.

The second mechanism of development is compression pain syndrome. Such pain is a direct reaction to compression of the nerve roots, blood vessels and spinal cord. Compression provokes a violation of blood flow, as a result of which swelling appears and soreness only intensifies. In this case, we are talking about sciatica.

For the treatment of acute low back pain, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs are used, and the main representative of the group will be the drug Diclofenac. It directly affects the inflammatory focus, while relieving soreness.

Ibuprofen and Ketoprofen are also used to relieve pain. Diuretics are indicated to reduce swelling. It can be Hypothiazid, Furosemide and Torasemide. Medicines such as Tizanidin, Baclofen, Tolperisone are muscle relaxants, they are prescribed to relax muscles and reduce the conductivity of nerve fibers.

Physiotherapy

In parallel with the use of folk and medicines, it is necessary to influence the diseased spine with physical methods in order to improve blood circulation and enhance the nutrition of damaged tissues. To do this, the doctor may prescribe a regular passage of ultrasound and laser therapy, electrophoresis and mud therapy. It is good to combine hardware therapy methods with reflexology, physiotherapy exercises and massage.

Ultrasound treatment improves metabolism in bone and cartilage tissue. Magnetotherapy helps speedy recovery of damaged structures and relieves muscle spasms. Electrophoresis is an alternative to oral medication for pain relief.

Therapeutic exercises for protrusion can be performed at home. Physical education is extremely important for a weakened spine, it helps to strengthen the natural muscle corset, stimulates the nutrition of discs and muscles, and has a general strengthening effect.

Massage can also be prescribed by a doctor to prevent stagnant processes in the diseased back and to improve metabolism.

Important! Physiotherapy techniques, massage, manual therapy and therapeutic exercises are strictly contraindicated during the period of exacerbation of the disease, when there is acute inflammation, limitation of mobility and severe pain.

Contraindications

What can not be done with protrusion of the lumbar spine:

• long time to sit in one position;
• engage in heavy sports when there is a high risk of injury;
• jump, make sharp turns of the body;
• apply hot compresses to the back without the permission of a doctor;
• lift weights, do heavy physical work.

Complications of protrusion

Protrusion of the discs of the spine leads to the following complications:

• unbearable pain syndrome, which is not eliminated by drugs;
• rachiocampsis;
• herniated disc;
• amyotrophy;
• neurological disorders;
• problems with coordination;
• paresis and paralysis of the limbs.

Every condition poses a threat to life, especially a herniated disc. This disease is always accompanied by pain, and without treatment, sequesters are formed that can damage the nerve roots and spinal cord.