SaroEpic Acupuncture

Hi,

Today I am talking about spinal cord pain causes and acupuncture treatment points.

Causes of spinal cord pain.

There are many structures in the lumbar spine that can cause pain - any irritation to the nerve roots that exit the spine, joint problems, the discs themselves, the bones and the muscles - can all be a source of pain.

Many lumbar spine conditions are interrelated. For example, joint instability can lead to disc degeneration, which in turn can put pressure on the nerve roots, etc.

The following outlines the more common causes of lower back pain:

Muscular Problems

The most common cause of lower back pain is muscle strain or other muscle problems. Strain due to heavy lifting, bending, or other arduous or repetitive use can be quite painful, but muscle strains usually heal within a few days or weeks.

Degenerated Discs

Intervertebral discs are spongy pads that act as shock absorbers between each of the lumbar spine's vertebrae. Disc degeneration can create pain in the disc space. 

Lumbar Disc Herniation

Herniated discs are most common in the lumbar spine. A herniated disc may happen suddenly due to injury or heavy lifting or happen slowly as a part of general wear and tear on the spine. Leg pain (sciatica) is the most common symptom of a herniated disc.

Sacroiliac Joint Dysfunction

The sacroiliac joint, which connects with the bottom of the lumbar spine and the top of the tailbone, can cause lower back pain and/or sciatica pain if there is any type of dysfunction in the joint that allows too much movement or restricts normal movement.

Osteoarthritis

Osteoarthritis in the lower back is sometimes called facet joint arthritis. Aging and wear and tear can cause the cartilage covering the facet joints in the back of the spine to become worn and frayed. Excess friction can produce bone spurs and joint swelling that cause tenderness, pressure to the nerve, and limited range of motion.

Thanks for Spine-health.com

Acupuncture points for spinal cord injuries / pain.

Gv 14, 11, 6, 5, 2.

1. All points are important.
2. Use always fresh needle.
3. Treatment time 25 min.
4. After removed needle, finger pressure important every point 30 seconds.
5. Exercise is probably effective in preventing recurrences in those with pain that has lasted more than six weeks.

I have attached exercise method. Please explain to patients.

Thanks.