Health & Nutrition Facts for Bodybuilders

Most people suffering from lumbar degenerative disc disease can be successfully treated through a course of conservative, non-surgical care. Heat and Ice Treatments Localized applications of heat helps to increase blood flow, which aids in the healing process. Many patients use heat on stiff muscles and joints to increase flexibility and range of motion. Applications of ice are used to decrease localized swelling, inflammation and pain associated with many different types of injuries. Medications for DDD Pain Relief A variety of medications may be prescribed to manage pain associated with degenerative disc disease. Mild pain can be relieved through the use of drugs such as acetaminophen (Tylenol). Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medications such as ibuprofen, naproxen and COX-2 inhibitors are used not only to manage pain, but to reduce swelling in the body as well. Intense episodes of pain are typically managed with oral steroids, muscle relaxants or narcotics. Patient...