iCliniq Logo
HomeAnswersInternal Medicinedisc herniation

How to treat and manage pain due to L5-S1 disc hernia?

This Premium Q&A, reviewed and published, features a real conversation between an iCliniq user and a physician.

Patient's Query

Hello doctor,

I suffer from an L5-S1 disc hernia, with pressure on the S1 root. I also have a partial tear in the right hip labrum. My surgeon is not sure which one is the cause of leg pain which starts at the low back and ends at the back of my feet. I suffer from a great deal of pain and would really like to get it over with.

Answered by Dr. Mahmoud Ahmed Abdelrahman Abouibrahim

Hello,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

I understand your concerns. Disc herniation causes considerable pain that needs step-wise management.

I suggest:

  1. Physiotherapy consultation.
  2. Vitamin B12 ampoule IM every three days.
  3. Hot water bag massage three times per day.
  4. Deep heat cream three times a day.
  5. Piroxicam tablets twice a day.
  6. Follow up after one week.
  7. The next step to control pain will include Tramadol 200 mg per day or oral Morphine.
  8. You should proceed with surgery if indicated after consulting your surgeon.

For more information consult an internal medicine physician online

Answered byDr. Mahmoud Ahmed Abdelrahman Abouibrahim

Medically reviewed byiCliniq medical review team

Published At March 11, 2018
Reviewed AtApril 21, 2025

Same symptoms don't mean you have the same problem. Consult a doctor now!

Dr. Mahmoud Ahmed Abdelrahman Abouibrahim
Dr. Mahmoud Ahmed Abdelrahman Abouibrahim

Internal Medicine

Consult this doctor
Listen to related tracks in our music library

Related Questions

Will physiotherapy help to treat Erb's palsy?

I have increased twitching in the left thumb.Is that a sign of cervical disc herniation worsening?

When can physiotherapy be started after bilateral hip replacement surgery?

I am suffering from back pain when I get up in the morning. What can be the reason?

I have a great deal of pain due to L5-S1 disc hernia. How to get over it?

Read answers about:

disc herniationphysiotherapyhot water fermentation

Ask your health query to a doctor online

Internal Medicine

*guaranteed answer within 4 hours

Trustpilot

Disclaimer: No content published on this website is intended to be a substitute for professional medical diagnosis, advice or treatment by a trained physician. Seek advice from your physician or other qualified healthcare providers with questions you may have regarding your symptoms and medical condition for a complete medical diagnosis. Do not delay or disregard seeking professional medical advice because of something you have read on this website. Read our Editorial Process to know how we create content for health articles and queries.