As a result of long walks or heavy weights, the spinal column undergoes severe pressure. In this case, the smallest cracks are formed on the disks localized between the vertebrae. In a healthy organism, recovery occurs quickly, but some may have herniated intervertebral discs in the lumbar spine.
Symptoms of intervertebral hernia of the lumbar spine
Factors leading to the emergence of degenerative processes are:
- incorrect posture ;
- Permanent injuries that athletes face;
- poor nutrition of the discs associated with a deficiency of blood supply;
- osteochondrosis;
- congenital malformations.
Pathology develops when a cartilaginous disc falls out. The severity of symptoms is due to the size of the protrusion and its location. First of all, the patient is troubled by pain, gradually gaining strength. They remind themselves of any careless movement, sneezing, when they are in an uncomfortable position for a long time. This state can last for many years. The disease at this stage is easily treatable, it is important to make a lifestyle adjustment.
The signs of the intervertebral hernia localized in the lumbar spine are as follows:
- Vertebral - pain, gaining intensity when coughing, limited mobility, weakened limbs, numbness, impaired pelvic function;
- vegetative - rashes on the skin surface, excessive sweating;
- radicular are involved in the irradiation of pain and lumbago in the pinching of nerve fibers;
- Muscular - manifested in constant muscle tension and difficulty in tilting.
Treatment of intervertebral hernia of the lumbar spine
Combating pathology involves choosing one of the following methods: conservative and surgical. The first is based on the following rules:
- Do not make sudden movements, it is important to be careful when driving.
- It is recommended to perform special exercises aimed at strengthening the back and shin muscles.
- The reception of anti-inflammatory drugs is indicated.
In addition, important activities are massage and thermal procedures that help restore blood flow and provide nutrition in the intervertebral hernia located in the lumbar spine.
In the operation, the implanted disc is replaced by an implant. Now the endoscopic method is fairly common, in which the probability of complications is significantly reduced, and the recovery period becomes shorter.