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Wrong sitting postures! Risk of herniated nucleus pulposus
| Wrong sitting postures! Risk of herniated nucleus pulposus | |
| The lifestyle of a new generation of young people, mainly working in the office and have to work in front of computer screen all day long without changing position so often, neck pain, shoulder pain, etc. Maybe sit wrong posture and movement inappropriate or lifting heavy objects. This, if retained for a period of time will result risk of disease “herniated nucleus pulposus” which will affect health significantly. "Intervertebral disc" It is a vital organ of the human, serves to support the weight until cushioning. |
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| The intervertebral disc is composed of two parts: the central portion with a gelatin-like consistency named "nucleus pulposus" and a fibrous fold to hold it tightly in place, called "annulus fibrosis" or " fibrous ring". The fibrous ring is thicker at the anterior portion of the disc; the posterior portion is more fragile. This is why, in case of disc herniation, this occurs mostly on the posterior part of the disc, causing disc herniation. | |
| If the herniated disc nerve pain down the leg to one side or both sides, pain or less pain depending on the nerve is pressed more or less. If you leave it long nerves to work less. It started with numbness and weakness. Combined with the digestive system disorders like constipation, can not even hold your urine or pain medication for more than one week, it has not disappeared. | |
| Treatment of herniated nucleus pulposus | |
| If symptoms herniated nucleus pulposus should immediately see a doctor. This treatment is gradual in order to reduce symptoms such as inflammation, pain medication, physical therapy, spinal injections to reduce inflammation. If symptoms are severe, surgery may need to be surgical incision in which the normal or Minimally Invasive Surgery and laser surgery, this method is quite popular. Since it is a surgical procedure is not complicated. A very effective treatment for improving sensitivity can return to normal daily life. However, recurrent herniated nucleus pulposus can come back again. Should be physically active or doing routine correctly. | |
| Correct sitting position | |
| 1. Chair should fit not too big or small. Have backrest on the back. And try to sit as close to the backrest. Always keep the spine straight. 2. Adjust the height of the chair to fit. Keep your feet on the floor and knees at an angle perpendicular. 3. Position the computer screen to fit the position of the eyes. Typing should be set to the elbow perpendicular in order not to stretch or bend it. 4. Should not be sitting front of the computer for so long. Because it makes muscles ache all over should change postures to relax muscles every half hour. |
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| Symptoms of herniated nucleus pulposus | |
| If you are unsure that you are or not a herniated nucleus pulposus, is there a way to check the initial symptoms. | |
| 1. Lies down 2. Lift one leg up with the knee straight angle perpendicular to the floor, if the disease would feel pain. 3. Downed on the front foot would feel more pain. In addition, if you feel numb pain and feel weakness at the leg. You should see a doctor immediately for diagnosis. |
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| Compiled by Dr. Pongsak Wattana Orthopedic surgeon specialists Vichaivej International Hospital Omnoi |
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