Suggest remedy for persistent back pain
Patient: Hello Doctor, I am suffering from spinal cord problem since 2 years. It started due to dry cough and also went to gym which has aggravated the problem. I had taken MRI scan and found that slip disc got bulged and it is touching the nerves which is causing pain in the right leg. I underwent ayurvedic treatment which gave relief for one and half year. Now for the past 6 months i am getting pain in my spinal cord area i.e., on my backbone. Can you suggest me the best remedy for this as I am not able to bear the pain. Thanks & Regards,Vinayak Doctor: HiThank you for asking HCM. Your problem is most likely due to intervertebral disc herniation. Usually most people get that in lumbo sacral region. For such condition in my patients I treat with NSAIDs like aceclofenac muscle relaxants like cyclobenzaprine and neurotropic drugs. I also send them to physiotherapy along with this. Lumbar supporting belts also is helpful. For some it will take 1 month to recover. For some it may take 3 to 6 months. If no improvement then a surgical correction is advised. Hope this may help you. Let me know if you have any further queries.