Yoga relieves lumbar disc herniation

Yoga can help relieve lumbar disc herniation by strengthening the core muscles, improving posture and reducing stress. It is recommended to perform yoga movements such as cat-cow pose, bridge pose and child's pose under professional guidance, combined with medication and physical therapy.

Lumbar disc herniation is usually caused by long-term poor posture, excessive weight bearing or trauma. Yoga, as a low-intensity exercise, can effectively relieve symptoms and prevent recurrence. 1. Cat-cow pose: kneel down, support your body with your hands and knees, raise your head and chest when inhaling, lower your head and arch your back when exhaling, and repeat 10 times. This movement can increase the flexibility of the spine and relieve the pressure on the intervertebral disc. 2. Bridge pose: lie on your back, bend your knees, place your feet flat on the ground, lift your hips, hold for 5 seconds, then put them down, and repeat 10 times. Bridge pose can strengthen the back muscles and improve the stability of the lumbar spine. 3. Child pose: kneel down, lean forward, stretch your arms forward, put your forehead on the ground, and hold for 1 minute. This movement can stretch the back muscles and relieve the pressure on the intervertebral disc.

In addition to yoga, medication is also an important means of treatment. Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs such as ibuprofen, diclofenac sodium, and celecoxib can relieve pain and inflammation. Physical therapy such as hot compresses, cold compresses, and electrotherapy can also relieve symptoms. For severe cases, surgical treatments such as discectomy, intervertebral fusion, and artificial disc replacement may need to be considered.

In daily life, pay attention to maintaining a good sitting and standing posture, and avoid maintaining the same posture for a long time. Use ergonomic chairs and mattresses to reduce the burden on the lumbar spine. Do aerobic exercises such as swimming and jogging appropriately to enhance overall physical fitness. Perform spinal examinations regularly to detect and deal with potential problems in a timely manner. Through comprehensive treatment and lifestyle adjustments, the symptoms of lumbar disc herniation can be effectively relieved and the quality of life can be improved.