Is non-surgical treatment of a hernia of the spine performed? In the process of treating an intervertebral hernia, the doctor prescribes a medication or surgical method, depending on the severity of the pathology, the individual and physiological characteristics of the patient's body. There are several reasons for which the disease can occur. In frequent cases, with untimely treatment of osteochondrosis, a hernia develops. Due to high physical activity, blood circulation in the spine may be impaired. Under such conditions, its cells do not receive the necessary substances and fluid, as a result, the spine hardens and becomes inelastic. For this reason, strong pain occurs, the patient can not lead a full-fledged lifestyle and actively move.
How is the disease treated?
With intervertebral hernia, it is recommended to eat properly and balanced - this is the basis of therapy. During treatment, the doctor prescribes medications. Before starting treatment, it is important to carry out a thorough medical examination. Based on the diagnostic results obtained, the attending specialist will prescribe the necessary medications. Non-surgical treatment of spinal hernia includes several methods of therapy, namely:
- etiotropic drug;
- symptomatic medication;
- pathogenetic drug.
In the process of treatment with drugs, it is necessary to destroy the cause of the disease. In addition to taking the medicine, it is necessary to perform therapeutic exercises in order to restore posture and flexibility of the spine, as well as reduce weight. Thanks to massage, acupuncture, physical and manual therapy, it is possible to improve the general well-being of the patient and speed up the healing process.
Types of hernia therapy
In the process of non-surgical treatment of spinal hernia, the doctor prescribes:
- non-steroidal agents;
- chondroprotectors;
- homeopathic remedies.
The complex of medicines anesthetizes and relieves a strong inflammatory process, eliminates fever.
Effective drugs
There are several drugs that are especially effective and popular in our time, namely:
- "Diclofenac" is prescribed for the treatment of vertebral hernia. The medicine is released in the form of tablets and injections, suppositories, ointments, gels. The composition of the drug contains diclofenac. It is not recommended to use the medication for a long time, since side effects may occur (mucous membranes of the stomach and intestines are damaged).
- Movalis is available in the form of tablets, solutions, suppositories and suspensions. Meloxicam is the main active ingredient in the drug. Such a medicine should be prescribed by a strictly attending physician, since serious health problems can arise. Those people who have diseases of the cardiovascular system should be especially careful about the treatment process.
The use of chondroprotectors
This group of drugs is used in the process of non-surgical treatment of spinal hernia. These medicines contain glucosamine and chondroitin sulfate. These substances prevent the deformation of the intervertebral discs and have an antiseptic effect. Among the most effective drugs are:
- "Teraflex". Doctors prescribe the drug during the treatment of intervertebral hernia at the initial stage of its development. Thanks to glucosamine, chondroitin and ibuprofen, which are contained in the capsules, you can improve the patient's condition, eliminate pain and inflammation. Peppermint oil has a positive effect on the blood circulation process and enhances the action of the main substance. During the period of carrying the baby, it is not recommended to use such a drug, since an allergic reaction may appear. During pregnancy, it is forbidden to engage in self-medication. Only the attending physician should prescribe all drugs, otherwise it can harm the health of the fetus.
- The drug "Arthra" incorporates components that are present in "Teraflex". The medicine prevents the development of complications. It has a sweet taste and a specific smell.
- "Alflutop" - a solution for injection is prescribed for non-surgical treatment of a hernia of the lumbar spine. The composition contains a component that consists of sprats and anchovies. The drug prevents the development of hernia. In rare cases, it provokes the development of side effects. It is not recommended to use the medication for those people who are allergic to seafood. During the period of gestation, self-medication is prohibited. The medicine should be prescribed only by the attending physician, otherwise health problems may occur. The duration of therapy is 20 injections. The dosage is determined by the doctor depending on the severity of the disease.
Homeopathic Medicinal Products
Drug therapy includes homeopathic medicines, as they do not interfere with the functioning of the patient’s internal systems and help speed up the healing process. Do not cause the development of allergic reactions and do not violate the digestive process. Drugs point to the cause of the disease. Due to the natural composition of the drugs, tissue destruction is prevented and its aging slows down. Among the most popular homeopathic ointments that are used in the non-surgical treatment of a hernia of the lumbar spine are:
- "Target T". The composition contains natural substances. Thanks to the extract from plants, sulfur and biocatalysts, the general well-being of the patient can be improved. This ointment is recommended to be used several times a day. The use is quite simple - rub into problem areas or use in the massage process. The drug does not cause an allergic reaction and is prescribed to women during the period of bearing the baby, as well as to children.
- "Traumeel C". The composition of the drug contains calendula and echinacea. The medicine eliminates the inflammatory process and increases local immunity, relieves pain. Such an ointment is prescribed in combination with other drugs. "Traumeel" is not recommended for the treatment of children under the age of three years.
Non-surgical treatment and prevention of spinal hernia is a topic that should be discussed with your doctor. To prevent the development of the disease, it is necessary to regularly undergo medical examinations and lead a healthy, moderately active lifestyle.
Symptomatic therapy
Thanks to medical treatment of intervertebral hernia, unpleasant signs or symptoms of the disease can be eliminated. Unpleasant symptoms of pathology are manifested in the form of a neurological reaction or severe pain. To affect the general well-being of the patient, it is necessary to carry out symptomatic drug therapy. Thanks to analgesics, the patient's condition can be improved. Non-surgical method for the treatment of hernia of the spine includes the use of effective symptomatic drugs:
- Midokalm. Available in the form of tablets and injectable solutions. The drug contains tolperisone, which restores the full motor activity of the patient. The medicine can be used for a long time, since it does not affect the general state of human health. "Midokalm" rarely provokes the development of side effects.
- Tylenol is a drug that contains paracetamol. The medicine effectively eliminates pain, does not upset the digestion process, does not affect the functioning of internal organs and is not addictive. They are produced in the form of capsules, tablets, suppositories, injections.
Protecting the stomach from the negative effects of analgesics
In the process of implementing symptomatic drug therapy, it is important to protect the gastrointestinal tract from the negative effects of certain analgesics.
Thanks to Gastal, Fosfalugel and Almagel, the full functioning of the stomach is preserved in the process of non-surgical treatment of a hernia of the cervical spine. With the help of such drugs, you can get rid of heartburn and lower the acidity of the stomach. The medication has an antiseptic and enveloping effect.
How to restore full sleep with the disease?
In the event that insomnia occurred during the development of the disease, the specialist prescribes sleeping pills or antidepressants.
"Sertraline" is a drug that does not cause addiction, helps eliminate the depressive state and restores full sleep. Assign once a day at 45 mg. Before treatment, it is important to discuss the duration of therapy and dosage with your doctor. If you neglect the process of non-surgical treatment of a hernia of the lumbar spine and others, then you may experience:
- allergic reaction;
- dry mouth
- nausea;
- vomiting
- loss of appetite.
During symptomatic treatment, doctors often prescribe warming patches. They improve the blood circulation and overall well-being of the patient. In the complex, the patient is shown physiotherapy, acupuncture.
Pathogenetic drug treatment
Non-surgical treatment of umbilical hernia and lumbar is effective only if you consult a doctor in a timely manner. If the hernia is too large, then no corset and pills will help. The main goal of pathogenetic therapy is to block the process that caused the disease. Thanks to the prescribed medications:
- swelling is eliminated;
- vessels expand;
- the hormonal background of the body is restored.
Glucocorticoids and muscle relaxants are pathogenetic drugs. The doctor prescribes glucocorticoids if the patient has severe pain.
In the process of using the non-surgical method for the treatment of hernia, doctors prescribe Milgamma. The drug helps restore nerve tissue. The composition contains B vitamins. Thanks to the elements B6 and B12, blood flow through the vessels improves. This medication is one of the most powerful analgesics. They are produced in the form of tablets, dragees and injections.
Muscle relaxant "Baclofen"
Muscle relaxants include the drug "Baclofen." It eliminates muscle tension and pain that is caused by compression of the nerve trunks. The daily dose is 15 mg. The drug is effective, but often provokes the development of side effects in the form of dizziness, convulsions, nausea, constipation or diarrhea.
In addition to drug therapy, doctors can prescribe a folk remedy for the treatment of hernia.
Effective folk remedy
What is a popular recipe effective in the process of non-surgical treatment of inguinal hernia? To eliminate the unpleasant symptoms of the disease, it is recommended to combine honey (1 tsp) with a mummy (100 g). Mix thoroughly and rub the mixture into the affected areas several times a day. When honey is absorbed, it is necessary to properly wrap your back. If a person has an allergic reaction to a beekeeping product, it is forbidden to use this method of therapy, since serious health problems can arise.
Traditional healers recommend using propolis, red clay, milk and bee venom to treat hernia. You should know that therapy with folk remedies can greatly harm and worsen the general health of the patient. Only after a thorough medical diagnosis, and passing all the necessary laboratory tests, the doctor is able to prescribe an effective treatment regimen. The use of drugs and folk remedies for purposes other than those prescribed by the doctor often leads to the development of complications. Under such conditions, the restoration of the patient’s health takes longer and in a hospital.
Note to patients
Non-surgical treatment of intervertebral hernias is carried out only at the initial stages of the development of pathology. If one of the symptoms of the disease appears, it is important to visit a doctor. Drug treatment is effective only in the initial stages of the development of the disease. With the advanced form of the disease, the problem can only be solved surgically. To prevent this, it is important to go to the hospital on time and undergo a thorough medical examination. It is forbidden to self-medicate, as this can lead to death. The dosage and duration of treatment are prescribed exclusively by the medical professional, depending on the severity of the disease and the physiological characteristics of the patient's body.