Disc Protrusion at L5-S1 level

[Ozren]

Hi Dear,
I’m male 43 years old with 175, cm tall 75 kg in very good health condition until April  this year when I start to experience very sever Back pain and numbness in my both legs.
After CT scan diagnose is Small left paracentral disc protrusion at the L5-S1 level. I never had any related problem  or accidents, falls or heavy lifting before.  For last six years I’m driving for living 10 hours shifts . Does this disc protrusion  can be related to my work and what is most effective cure for this thing .
Thanks in advance!
Ozren

[catica]

Hi there, I can tell you that your back pain and numbness are totally related to your line of work. Your work requires you to sit for long periods of time this position compresses your peripheric nerves. Those nerves come from the lumbar area to the leg area. That numbness you are feeling is due to this. I recommend theraputic massage. Visit a chiropractor to get adustment and stretching for your whole back.
You should also buy those pillows especial for the lumbar area (I dont know the name but you can find it at the chiropractor). Also when you sleep, sleep on your back with a pillow under your knees and a small pillow under the curve of your neck. This will help relax your spine. Also when your resting (i.e watching tv ect.) try to lay down on the floor on your back with your legs up in against a wall and put an ice pack in your lumbar area by 20 minutes. I hope you get better. Good luck !

[Noddyandbigears]

Driving may well irriate your back. I have purchased a "backfriend" - look it up on google - which helps your spine sit in the correct position as driving puts more pressure on th elower discs. Not too expensive but makes a difference, once you get used to it. Your back shouldn't feel as tired. Also may be worth seeking PT assessment too.

take care

[Ozren]

Thanks a lot for your response!
Ozren

[Zak_Han]

I am sorry that you are having such a difficult time. It can be possibly related to your work.
However, neck and back pain are one of the most difficult disorders that a surgeon faces because most people DON'T need surgery. That does not mean that they do not have pain, it just means that there is no surgery that will be able to successfully address the problem.

Treatment options vary depending on the degree of disc protrusion and the findings or symptoms of your physical examination. There are situations where acupuncture  would be recommended before any type of nonsurgical treatment.  

Take care!