What to do with sciatica pain, these methods are effective

Sciatica is most common among middle-aged men. The onset is usually acute, with pain often occurring on one side of the buttocks or legs. The pain is especially severe at night. To treat sciatica, you must pay attention to rest. You can also use medication and physical therapy.

1. Treatment methods

1. Rest in bed:

Especially in the early stages of intervertebral disc herniation, some patients can rest on a hard bed for 3-4 weeks and their symptoms will improve on their own.

2. Drug treatment:

Analgesics, B vitamins, and a short course of oral corticosteroids can help recovery.

3. Physical therapy:

In the acute stage, ultrashort wave therapy, ultraviolet irradiation of erythema, etc. can be used for treatment, while in the chronic stage, short wave therapy and direct current iodine ion introduction can be used.

2. TCM classification and treatment

(one)

【Syndrome differentiation】Cold and dampness blocking the body.

【Treatment method】Dispel cold and dampness, relieve numbness and relieve pain.

【Formula name】Quanbi Zhentong Decoction.

[Composition] 10g of processed Chuanwu, 10g of processed Caowu, 6g of Asarum, 15g of Achyranthes, 12g of Atractylodes, 12g of Stephania, 10g of processed frankincense, 10g of processed myrrh, 15g of Chuanxiong, 12g of cinnamon twig, and 6g of liquorice.

[Usage] Decoction in water, 1 dose per day, twice a day.

【Source】Zhoutian Han Fang.

(two)

[Syndrome differentiation] Stagnation of wind, cold and dampness, and obstruction of meridians.

【Treatment method】Dispel wind and dampness, dispel cold and relieve pain.

[Prescription name] Soap and ginger soup.

[Composition] 30 grams of Sophora flavescens, 9 grams of Angelica dahurica, 9 grams of Aconitum carmichaelii, 6 grams of Cinnamon bark, 15 grams of Curcuma longa, 15 grams of Atractylodes macrocephala, 30 grams of Coix seed, and 9 grams of Stephania tetrandra.

[Usage] Decoction in water, 1 dose per day, twice a day.

【Source】Lü Guangzhenfang.

(three)

[Syndrome differentiation] Wind, cold and dampness block the meridians, causing poor circulation of qi and blood and loss of nourishment to the tendons and veins.

[Treatment method] Relax muscles and tendons, activate collaterals, promote blood circulation and relieve pain.

[Prescription name] Shujin Huoluo Drink.

[Composition] 15 grams of Angelica dahurica, 12 grams of Polygonum multiflorum, 10 grams of Rhizoma Coptidis, 12 grams of Eucommia ulmoides, 15 grams of Achyranthes bidentata, 12 grams of Dipsacus asper, 10 grams of Papaya, 30 grams of Millettia reticulata, 9 grams of Safflower, 12 grams of Angelica sinensis, 9 grams of Ligusticum chuanxiong, and 10 grams of Pheretima.

[Usage] Decoction in water, 1 dose per day, twice a day.

【Source】 Zeng Chongfang.