|
First, NSAIDs (Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs) |
|
NSAIDs, or non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, can have antipyretic, analgesic, and anti-inflammatory effects.
Some of you may be wondering about the difference between anti-inflammatory drugs and painkillers. Pain is divided into the area where the cause of the pain occurs and the area where the pain is felt. Anti-inflammatory agents are applied to the area where the pain originates, such as in cases of spinal stenosis or herniated disc. It directly acts to eliminate the cause.
Generally, taking NSAIDs for a short period is not a problem, but Long-term use can cause various side effects. Gastrointestinal problems such as stomach pain or gastritis are common. There are even reports of cases where a hole develops in the stomach. In addition, it can also cause side effects on kidney function and the cardiovascular system.
When taking medication, its effectiveness increases proportionally with the dose up to a certain point. In the case of anti-inflammatory agents, their efficacy does not increase beyond a certain point. A ceiling effect occurs where only side effects increase. Therefore, simply increasing the dosage of medication may not necessarily result in a stronger anti-inflammatory effect. |
|
|
|
Second, painkiller |
|
Painkillers work differently from anti-inflammatory drugs by acting on the area where pain is felt to reduce the sensation of pain.
There are two widely known painkillers. First, it's a medication called acetaminophen, also known as Tylenol. It can have antipyretic and analgesic effects and can be purchased at any time as an over-the-counter medication. Next is tramadol. Tramadol is well used for musculoskeletal and neuropathic pain, but There is a disadvantage that you may feel nausea or queasiness. |
|
|
|
Third, muscle relaxant |
|
The muscle relaxant prescribed for spinal joint diseases is a spasm suppressant.* It acts on the central nervous system to calm nerves and relax muscles. When muscle relaxants are used together with non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs It is known to improve stenosis or arthritis. The side effect is that you may feel sluggish and sleepy, so please consult with a specialist. You can discontinue the muscle relaxant or be prescribed a different type of muscle relaxant. *Antispasmodics: Muscle relaxants that act on the central nervous system. |
|
|
|
Fourth, Remaproast |
|
Remaprost is the most central medication for the treatment of stenosis. Stenosis is a condition caused by nerve compression, leading to reduced blood flow and increased pressure within the spinal canal. Administering Limaprost increases blood flow and reduces platelet aggregation, leading to the treatment of edema. Remaproost is especially characterized by leg numbness, making it difficult to walk continuously for long periods. It is quite effective when experiencing intermittent gait disturbance symptoms. |
|
|
|
Fifth, pregabalin |
|
Pregabalin is a medication used to treat neuropathy and suppresses pain like a painkiller. Patients with shingles or spinal cord injuries, Or it is frequently used for patients with diabetic peripheral neuropathy. What to do if you still experience pain more than three months after spinal surgery Pregabalin can be prescribed with medical insurance. Pregabalin is also used in patients with musculoskeletal pain conditions such as fibromyalgia. |