Lumbar spinal stenosis bone hyperplasia acupuncture

Acupuncture can help relieve symptoms of lumbar spinal stenosis and bone hyperplasia, but it cannot cure the problem. Acupuncture combined with other treatments, such as medication, physical therapy or surgery, can effectively relieve pain and improve function.

1 Causes of lumbar spinal stenosis and bone hyperplasia

Lumbar spinal stenosis is mainly caused by lumbar disc degeneration, osteophyte hyperplasia and bone encroachment on the spinal canal space, ligament hypertrophy, trauma or genetic factors that lead to the narrowing of the spinal canal space and compression of the spinal nerves. It often causes symptoms such as low back pain, numbness, and difficulty walking. Bone hyperplasia is essentially the body's compensatory response to joint degeneration. The causes of its formation include joint degeneration caused by aging, or excessive bone growth caused by repeated mechanical stimulation.

2 The role of acupuncture in lumbar spinal stenosis and bone hyperplasia

Acupuncture can relieve pain and reduce inflammation by regulating nerve conduction and promoting local blood circulation. Commonly used acupoints include Yaoyangguan, Weizhong, Chengshan, etc.

Acupuncture for pain relief: Studies show that acupuncture can reduce pain and numbness caused by nerve root compression.

Improve local circulation: By stimulating specific acupuncture points, acupuncture can promote microcirculation in the inflamed area, reduce tissue edema, and relieve pressure.

Relaxing muscles: Acupuncture can also help relieve tension in the lower back muscles and improve overall posture to reduce further pressure on the nerves.

3. Adjuvant therapy and daily management

In addition to acupuncture, scientific treatment of lumbar spine-related diseases requires comprehensive management.

Drug treatment: Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs such as ibuprofen can be used to relieve pain; in severe cases, short-term hormonal drugs can be used to reduce intraspinal inflammation and edema.

Physical therapy: This includes traction therapy and core muscle strengthening exercises, such as Pilates or Swallow Flying, to stabilize the spine and relieve compression.

Minimally invasive and surgical treatment: If the symptoms are severe and affect the quality of life, spinal transforaminal endoscopic surgery, small incision decompression, etc. can be considered to relieve nerve root compression.

4 Daily protection and lifestyle recommendations

Maintain a correct posture: avoid sitting or standing for long periods of time, use a lumbar support correctly, and reduce the burden on the lumbar spine.

Control your weight: Obesity increases the load on the lumbar spine, so you need to maintain a healthy weight through diet and exercise.

Scientific exercise: Choose low-impact exercises such as swimming and yoga, and avoid heavy physical labor or sudden twisting movements.

Acupuncture can be used as an auxiliary therapy to relieve the pain of lumbar spinal stenosis and bone hyperplasia, but it cannot replace other necessary medical treatment measures. Combined with daily management, it can effectively improve symptoms and improve the quality of life. If the pain continues to worsen, you need to seek medical evaluation in time to adjust the treatment plan.