The menstrual disc is a reusable flexible medical silicone device that is used to collect menstruation, replacing the internal or external absorbent during the menstrual period. This device has the shape of a disc, similar to the diaphragm, and can remain in the vaginal canal for up to 12 hours, and has the advantage of […]
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A herniated disc during pregnancy can cause intense back pain that can radiate to the buttocks and leg, causing tingling and impairing quality of life, requiring medical help. The doctor may prescribe the use of analgesics, anti-inflammatories, or a corticosteroid injection to control pain, but physiotherapy with hot compresses, stretching and spinal traction may also […]
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A herniated disc during pregnancy can cause intense back pain that can radiate to the buttocks and leg, causing tingling and impairing quality of life, requiring medical help. The doctor may prescribe the use of analgesics, anti-inflammatories, or a corticosteroid injection to control pain, but physiotherapy with hot compresses, stretching and spinal traction may also […]
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Surgery to treat a herniated disc, dorsal, lumbar or cervical, is indicated in cases where there has been no improvement in symptoms of pain and discomfort, even with treatment based on medication and physiotherapy, or when there are signs of loss of strength or sensitivity. This is because this procedure poses some risks, such as […]
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In most cases, there is no cure for a herniated disc, however, it is possible to reduce inflammation and alleviate all symptoms, allowing the person to return to a completely normal life. The only way to cure a herniated disc is surgery, which removes the part of the disc that is being pressed. However, this […]
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The first form of treatment that is normally indicated for a herniated disc is the use of anti-inflammatory medications and physiotherapy, to relieve pain and reduce other symptoms, such as difficulty moving limbs or tingling. Other alternative options, such as acupuncture, Pilates or the use of some teas, can also help to complement medical treatment, […]
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Physiotherapy is excellent for treating herniated discs and can be done with stretching and strengthening exercises, electronic equipment, and the use of a hot compress. Other techniques that may be useful are Pilates, hydrotherapy, RPG and spinal traction, for example. Sessions can be carried out daily, with weekends off, when the person is feeling a […]
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Symptoms of a herniated disc are back or neck pain that may radiate to the buttocks, thighs, legs, or arms, or a feeling of weakness or tingling in the arms or legs. A herniated disc can happen in the cervical, lumbar or thoracic spine and appears when a disc that makes up the spine and […]
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Degenerative disc disease is the progressive wear and tear of the intervertebral discs in the spine, caused by the natural aging of the body, and is common in people over 40 years of age. Generally, this wear does not cause pain, however, in some cases, pain in the lower back, back or neck, tingling sensation […]
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A herniated disc is a condition that affects the discs between the vertebrae of the spine, which when pressed change shape, which can put pressure on nearby nerve roots, causing symptoms such as back or neck pain, tingling or numbness in the arms or legs. . The most common cause of a herniated disc is […]
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