Protrusion of intervertebral discs is a pathological process in which the intervertebral disk swells into the spinal canal. Disc protrusions are not an independent disease, but one of the stages of development of osteochondrosis , which can go into a hernia, and most often occur in the lumbar spine.
Symptoms of protrusion of the lumbar spine
With protrusion of the disc, the nerve endings and the spinal cord are affected. Since the lumbosacral spine is subjected to the greatest loads, it is in it that protrusions occur most often. The most common symptoms of protrusion:
- back pain (acute and chronic);
- tingling, pain, numbness of limbs;
- lumbosacral radiculitis ;
- stiffness of movements;
- muscle weakness in the lower extremities;
- disturbances of urination (in rare cases).
The protrusion of the lumbar spine begins to manifest primarily with aching pain in the lower back, which occurs with prolonged stays in one position or walking. The pain increases with tilting forward or lifting a straight leg.
Treatment of protrusion of the lumbar spine
Treatment of this disease is complex, special attention is paid to the reasons that could cause it: scoliosis, osteochondrosis, kyphosis, lordosis. Absence of timely treatment of the underlying disease can gradually lead to rupture of the fibrous ring and the appearance of an intervertebral hernia, the treatment of which is performed only surgically.
Treatment of protrusion is usually carried out conservatively and includes massages, spinal traction, manual and reflexotherapy, therapeutic gymnastics, and also -
Exercises with protrusions of the lumbar spine
Performing a complex of therapeutic gymnastics with protrusion can alleviate the condition and contribute to the prevention of the disease. But before you engage in any physical activity, you need to consult a doctor who will draw the necessary set of exercises. When performing exercises, you should avoid those that give an axial load on the spine and cause pain.