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Treatment of herniated folk remedies

Hernia is a pathology arising as a result of the rupture of the fibrous fibers that support purposee core. As a result, the portion of the disc is displaced and presses on the nerve endings, the hernia is formed, which is accompanied by pain and swelling. Other consequences of a herniated disc – a violation of motor activity, the urinary system, shooting pain that goes to my thighs and buttocks.

Occurrence of hernia may contribute to both excessive stress on the back (for example, athletes-gymnasts), and the prolonged strain of the back for people leading a sedentary lifestyle (office workers sitting in uncomfortable sharlena position). Weight lifting can also cause herniation – if the back is too long in a state of stress, one sudden movement could provoke the rupture of the fibrous fibers.

Despite excruciating pain, patients often choose surgical treatment of hernia, with conservative methods. In fact, the need for such an operation, which in itself is a significant stress to the body, exists only in 10% of cases.

Indications for surgical treatment of hernia:

  • The soreness is reduced only under the influence of narcotic painkillers and last more than six months;
  • Spondylolisthesis – displacement of vertebrae relative to each other;
  • Disorders of the genitourinary system, impotence, involuntary urination.
  • Partial or complete paralysis of the lower extremities, disturbance of sensation and mobility of the lower torso. (See also: paralysis of the limbs)

In the absence of the above symptoms hernia treated by conservative methods.


Tips during treatment of hernia

  • The entire period of treatment to avoid unnecessary back strain. In particular, it is impossible to spend much time sitting. If this is not possible due to work, watch your posture – Sharlene position increases the load on the spine and contributes to a shift of the vertebrae.
  • The sharp load – the most dangerous for the back. They should be studiously avoided. From a standing position to sitslowly and smoothly, not with a sweep. Exit the vehicle, so that was not a sharp jolt, and the weight is gradually shifted from one foot to the other.
  • Proper sleep – the key to recovery of the spine. This contributes to a mattress or wooden Board under a regular mattress. If you wear an orthopaedic corset for the night it is necessary to remove to the back muscles maintain their function.
  • Hypothermia is one of the main reasons for back pain. At night you need to close Windows, avoid drafts and carefully insulate the lower back at any time of the day. This contributes to the warm clothes and special belt from dog's wool, which keeps the body warm.
  • Loads on the back should be avoided, but to build muscles require regular exercise. Better suited for this voyage, especially on the back.
  • Medical corsets are a necessary tool if by profession you have a lot of time in a stress position, overloading the back. This applies primarily to the drivers and movers. This corset must be metal or plastic inserts for better fixing the position of the spine.


  • okolova Nina Vladimirovna, doctor-naturopath, herbalist