Supplements for Herniated Disc

Supplements for Herniated Disc

Herniated discs are caused by a problem with the spine discs. It can cause pain and make it difficult for people to move normally. There are several pain relief options available for herniated disc medication.

Herniated Discs

Before you start looking for remedies, you need to be able to identify what herniated discs actually are. Many names can be used to describe disc problems such as bulging disc or slipped disc. Each term refers to disc problems in one way: it is damaged in some manner.

Between each vertebra, the spine discs act as shock absorbers. The discs protect the spine and nerves around it from injury, but if one of them is damaged, its function may be affected. The injured disc puts pressure on nearby nerves, creating pain. Sometimes this radiates to the limbs.

Discs have two layers: a hard outer and softer inner. If the disc is torn, the soft inner layer of the disc will leak out. This can lead to disc deflation. Although herniated spinal discs can occur in any region of the spine, it’s more common to find them in those with greater pressure like the neck or lower back.

Herniated discs can be caused by poor posture, repetitive motions, age and repetitive motions. There are natural ways to treat herniated discs, no matter what the cause.

Vitamins and their importance

Nutrition is an essential component of maintaining the health and function of muscles, bones and tissues. Vitamins are a form of medication for herniated discs. They can reduce inflammation, improve bone health and strengthen your immune system.

Vitamin D

Vitamin D deficiency can be very common in northerners. Without vitamin D, your body may have problems absorbing and using calcium effectively. Your body will use calcium stored for bone health in other parts of your body, which can cause injury.

With proper sun protection, supplements and foods such as liver, eggs yolks, saltwater fish and egg yolks, you can increase your vitamin D intake.

Vitamin K

Vitamin K plays an important role in the healing and formation of bones. Vitamin K helps make your discs stronger by binding calcium to them. Vitamin K levels fall when a spinal disc is injured. It binds to the injured spot to help in the healing process.

If you need herniated disc medication, increase your vitamin D intake through leafy greens and soy products.

Vitamin E

Vitamin E, which is naturally found in many foods, can treat herniated discs. It improves your immune system function and reduces pain in affected muscles. Vitamin E boosts red blood cell production, which improves circulation and promotes healthy healing of damaged tissue.

Increase your Vitamin E intake by eating more vegetables, fruits, nuts, seeds and nuts like spinach, olives, wheat germ, seeds and corn.

Vitamin C

Many people are aware of the many health benefits of vitamin C. Vitamin C can be found in citric fruits, red peppers or kiwis. Vitamin C not only boosts your immune system but also reduces pain by acting as an anti-inflammatory. This vitamin C boosts collagen production which is essential for strong bones and ligaments.

Combining herniated disc medication with therapeutic remedies like massage or chiropractic care should be your goal. To combat your pain, you can add these vitamins to your treatment plan.

For your Spine, Eat Right

First, lighten up your toxin load. Reduce your intake of alcohol, coffee, cigarettes and other refined sugars. They all act as toxins and hinder the healing process.

It is possible to drastically reduce sugar intake. High sugar diets are often deficient in nutrients that can prevent the release of chemical irritants. 100 lbs of sugar is consumed annually by the average American. The high intake of omega 6 fat acids in desserts can cause inflammation.

Reduce Stress. Stress can also be a deterrent to your good health. Your body releases stress hormones when you are stressed. Your body can be detoxified and you can also detoxify stressful situations. Massage, yoga, meditation and meditation are effective ways to reduce stress.

Add Superfoods. Superfoods like:

  • Shellfish: shrimp, crab, prawns or oysters
  • Dark green vegetables: kale, spinach, collards, asparagus
  • Red fruits and vegetables: red peppers, beets. Also stewed or freshly made tomatoes. Dark berries like blueberries, blackberries.
  • Black olives
  • Red onions and apples
  • Flaxseeds, chia seeds
  • Beans: navy beans, kidney beans, soy beans etc.
  • Cold Water oily fishes: anchovies. herring. sardines. salmon. mackerel
  • Winter Squash
  • Olive oil
  • Nuts, fruits, vegetables, and grains
  • Clear Water: Make sure you are hydrated. Water is essential for the body’s rehydration and healing of degenerated discs. It is ideal to consume 8 10-ounce glasses of clear water each day.

Avoid these foods. You should also avoid certain foods. As these foods can increase inflammation and pain related to back pain, nitrates, sugars, and fats should be avoided. Avoiding them is a good idea in general.

  • Supplements for Nutrition
  • High levels of nitrates in processed foods (hot dogs and sausages, lunch meats).
  • Fast food, desserts, cakes, cookies, and other foods high in sugar, saturated, and trans fats.
  • Anything containing high fructose syrup (salad dressing, soda, etc.)
  • Your health directly impacts the food and drinks you consume. You can give your body an extra boost in healing power by choosing healthy foods. While your neck and low back pain cannot be cured by eating only, you can increase your body’s natural healing abilities.

Nutritional Supplements

Sometimes, your doctor may recommend nutritional supplements. It isn’t always possible to get the right nutrients for your body to heal and function properly.

Here are some supplements that might be prescribed in addition to your care plan.

Multivitamin/Multimineral

Multi-Vitamin/Mineral: Due to poor soil content and patients not eating enough fruits and vegetables it is often difficult to ingest all the enzymes, nutrients, vitamins and minerals in our diet alone. A high quality multivitamin/multimineral supplement is often recommended as insurance against any deficiencies as well as a source of the necessary nutrients and building blocks to promote and or speed up healing.

Omega-3 (Fish Oil), to improve joint health

Omega-3 fatty acids can be found in nuts, soybean and canola oil, as well as coldwater fish like tuna, salmon, and tuna. Supplements with omega-3 fatty acids such as fish oil are a good source. They play a crucial role in maintaining healthy joints and cells throughout the body. They can also stimulate the production of chemicals to reduce inflammation in the tissues, bloodstream, or joints.

Bromelain: A Natural Anti-inflammatory

The enzyme bromelain, which is found in the pineapple, acts as an anti-inflammatory agent. It can reduce joint pain, swelling, and mobility when taken on an empty stomach.

However, you should check for allergies before taking bromelain. Some people may have allergic reactions to pineapples, latex and honeybees as well as birch pollens, cypress and grass.

Devil’s Claw Herbal Relief

The South African herb devil’s claw is a traditional remedy that relieves joint pain, inflammation, back pain, headaches, and other symptoms.

While more research is required, scientific evidence suggests that devil’s claw can reduce osteoarthritis pain in the joints. This may even be as effective as anti-inflammatory medications like naproxen or ibuprofen. 227 people who suffered from low back pain or hip or knee osteoarthritis were treated using devil’s claw extract. From 50% to 70% experienced improvements in joint mobility, joint pain, and flexibility after eight weeks of daily 60mg intake.

Willow Bark

Willow bark might be a good option for your lower back pain. Research shows that white willow bark or Salix alba contains salicin. It is the phytotherapeutic precursor for acetylsalicylic Acid, or aspirin. Willow bark can be used to treat many health issues, including headaches, inflammation and influenza. Willow bark can be used to treat inflammation by blocking the release of potentially inflammatory prostaglandins. White willow bark should be avoided if you have bleeding disorders such as hemophilia. Your doctor should be consulted about side effects and the proper dosage of willow bark for lower back pain.

Turmeric is a natural remedy for stiffness and joint pain

The root of the turmeric plant is found in India, Indonesia and serves as the base for curry seasoning. Curcumin, one of the active ingredients found in turmeric, is used to treat arthritis in Indian Ayurvedic medicine as well as traditional Chinese medicine. Curcumin is claimed to be able to reduce arthritis-related joint pain, inflammation and stiffness.

Many studies have shown that turmeric has anti-inflammatory properties and modulates the immune system. According to a study, turmeric had a greater effect on arthritis joint inflammation than its ability to reduce inflammation. One study compared extracts from turmeric and extracts from cucurma domestica (a related plant species that contains the same medicinal compounds as regular turmeric). Researchers discovered that turmeric was as effective at relieving arthritis symptoms than 800 milligrams daily of ibuprofen. Unfortunately, no human studies have been done to determine if turmeric has any effect on arthritis.

People who are on blood thinners should be careful when taking turmeric. Animal research has shown it could increase the risk for bleeding. It may cause stomach ache.

Make sure you drink plenty of water

One ounce of water per 2 pounds should be your daily water intake. For example, if a patient has a body weight of 200 lbs, then 100 ounces should be consumed daily.

The human body contains more than 70% water. Water is essential for the growth, repair, and function of all avascular white tissue, including ligaments and cartilages, joints, and spinal discs.

Musculoskeletal patients are typically already dehydrated. Patients who age faster are more likely to have 50% of their body water than 70%.

Water and Your Discs. The discs are not directly supplied with blood. Between 12 and 14 years old, the spinal discs lose their blood nutrition and their waste elimination system. A person must consume 64 ounces of water per day or half their body weight in ounces if they want to provide nutrition and eliminate waste from spinal discs, spines, ligaments, and joints. Each spinal disc nucleus is 88% water. The low back discs support 75% to 75% of a person’s body weight. The discs in the low back will lose water and then lose their height, shifting the weight from the discs to posterior joints. This could lead to degenerative conditions and bone spurring in your spinal canal.

Glucosamine

A natural compound, glucosamine can be found in cartilage. The glucosamine supplements are made from glucosamine taken from shellfish shells. Research has shown that glucosamine may be able to strengthen cartilage and slow down the process of aging or diseases. This can reduce or eliminate spinal pain.

Methylsulfonylmethane (MSM)

Methylsulfonylmethane (MSM) is a chemical found in humans, animals, and plants. It can reduce inflammation and is commonly combined with glucosamine. MSM may decrease inflammation and therefore pain in osteoarthritis and rheumatoid. Even research has shown it may help to decrease joint degeneration or aid with exercise recovery. MSM is a great option for improving spine health. It keeps inflammation down, which is important to prevent spinal problems caused by inflammation.

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SPECIALTY

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  • Interventional Spine

EDUCATION & DEGREES

  • Fellowship: Interventional Spine, University of Pennsylvania
  • Residency: PM&R, University of Pennsylvania
  • Internship: Surgery & Medicine, Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons
  • Medical Doctorate: Pennsylvania State University College of Medicine
  • Bachelor of Arts: Biology, Lehigh University
  • Bachelor of Arts: Psychology, Lehigh University

CERTIFICATIONS & LICENSES

  • Texas State Medical and Surgical License
  • New York State Medical and Surgical License
  • Florida State Medical and Surgical License

HONORS

  • Lehigh University Four-year Academic Scholarship
  • Magna Cum Laude, Lehigh University
  • Lehigh University President’s Award
  • Lehigh University Tower Society
  • Distinguished Alumnus, Penn State University (selected from 500,000 Penn State alumni)
  • North American Spine Society, Outstanding Paper of the Year, 2003
  • President-Elect, International Spine Intervention Society
  • Founding Partner, Texas Spine and Joint Hospital
  • Commencement Speaker: Penn State University College of Medicine
  • Advisory Board, AMA
    Keynote Speaker, Harvard Pain Center Commencement
  • Founding Chairman, Standards Committee, International Spine Intervention Society
  • Chairman, Spine Committee, Amercian Academy of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
  • Appointed Spine Advisor, Japanese Prime Minister
  • Appointed Spine Advisor, Allied Royal Families

EXPERIENCE

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Dr. Burke is board-certified in both Interventional Pain Management and Neurology and has completed an accredited Pain Fellowship with the Department of Anesthesiology at MD Anderson Cancer Center, one of the nation’s most prestigious hospitals. Dr. Burke completed her residency in Neurology at the University of Colorado, where she received the department’s ‘Excellence in Teaching’ award during her year as Chief Resident. Her Doctor of Medicine degree was completed at the University of Texas Health Science Center, where she was elected to the ‘Gold Humanism Honor Society.’

Haley Burke, M.D. - Colorado Rehabilitation & Occupational Medicine

Dr. Burke is board-certified in both Interventional Pain Management and Neurology and has completed an accredited Pain Fellowship with the Department of Anesthesiology at MD Anderson Cancer Center, one of the nation’s most prestigious hospitals. Dr. Burke completed her residency in Neurology at the University of Colorado, where she received the department’s ‘Excellence in Teaching’ award during her year as Chief Resident. Her Doctor of Medicine degree was completed at the University of Texas Health Science Center, where she was elected to the ‘Gold Humanism Honor Society.’

Matthias H. Wiederholz, M.D. - Performance Pain and Sports Medicine

Founding Partner, Triple Board Certified – Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation; Sports Medicine; Anti-Aging, Regenerative & Functional Medicine

Dr. Matthias H. Wiederholz is cofounder of Performance Spine & Sports Medicine, LLC. He is a fellowship-trained interventional pain physician whose clinical interests include: Interventional Pain Management, Sports Medicine, Musculoskeletal Medicine, Minimally-Invasive Spine Surgery, Non-Surgical Orthopedics, and Anti-Aging / Functional Medicine.

He received his specialty training in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas where he served as chief resident. He completed fellowship training in Interventional Pain Management in Marietta, Georgia. He is board-certified in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation and Sports Medicine. He also received advanced fellowship training through the American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine and is board-certified in Anti-Aging, Regenerative & Functional Medicine.

Dr. Wiederholz performs a myriad of interventional pain procedures including, but not limited to the following: epidural steroid injections, facet joint injections, radiofrequency ablation, sacroiliac joint injections, discography, percutaneous disc decompression, epidural lysis of adhesions spinal cord stimulator implants, and minimally-invasive discectomies. Endoscopic spine surgery is a very unique and valuable tool in his armamentarium and makes Dr. Wiederholz one of the most specialized physicians in the field of Pain Medicine.

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Dr. Wiederholz is the fellowship director for the sports and spine fellowship at Performance Spine & Sports Medicine. Dr. Wiederholz holds an affiliation with Capital Health System and JFK Johnson Rehabilitation Institute.

Being advanced fellowship trained in Anti-Aging, Regenerative & Functional Medicine means that Dr. Wiederholz has the most advanced training in Anti-Aging Medicine available. He is a leading expert in Bio-Identical Hormone Restoration and helps patients achieve wellness through nutrition, lifestyle, and hormone therapies.

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Prior to attending Penn State University, Dr. Pauza earned his undergraduate degree from Lehigh University, and furthered his training with a Surgical and Medical Internship at Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons. He continued his specialty training at the University of Pennsylvania, followed by an Interventional Spine Fellowship. In addition to his research, philanthropic, and clinical endeavors, Dr. Pauza remains a motivated educator. He established a Spine Fellowship program and continues training physicians from around the world. He heads international committees responsible for establishing standards and educating surgical and non-surgical physicians.

After helping hundreds of patients who failed to experience relief after spine surgery, it became evident to Dr. Pauza that current methods needed to change. This motivated him to seek better ways to help patients, by thinking outside the box.

Dr. Pauza is the first physician in history to pursue FDA approval for using biologics to treat the spine. Millions of patients will benefit from his development of minimally invasive treatments for degenerative disc disease and other more common and serious disorders of the spine.

SPECIALTY

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EDUCATION & DEGREES

  • Fellowship: Interventional Spine, University of Pennsylvania
  • Residency: PM&R, University of Pennsylvania
  • Internship: Surgery & Medicine, Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons
  • Medical Doctorate: Pennsylvania State University College of Medicine
  • Bachelor of Arts: Biology, Lehigh University
  • Bachelor of Arts: Psychology, Lehigh University

CERTIFICATIONS & LICENSES

  • Texas State Medical and Surgical License
  • New York State Medical and Surgical License
  • Florida State Medical and Surgical License

HONORS

  • Lehigh University Four-year Academic Scholarship
  • Magna Cum Laude, Lehigh University
  • Lehigh University President’s Award
  • Lehigh University Tower Society
  • Distinguished Alumnus, Penn State University (selected from 500,000 Penn State alumni)
  • North American Spine Society, Outstanding Paper of the Year, 2003
  • President-Elect, International Spine Intervention Society
  • Founding Partner, Texas Spine and Joint Hospital
  • Commencement Speaker: Penn State University College of Medicine
  • Advisory Board, AMA
    Keynote Speaker, Harvard Pain Center Commencement
  • Founding Chairman, Standards Committee, International Spine Intervention Society
  • Chairman, Spine Committee, Amercian Academy of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
  • Appointed Spine Advisor, Japanese Prime Minister
  • Appointed Spine Advisor, Allied Royal Families

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Janet Pearl, M.D. - The Boston Stem Cell Center

Dr. Janet Pearl has been in practice since 1999 and is the Medical Director of The Boston Stem Cell Center. She is also the Medical Director of  Complete Spine and Pain Care  an interventional integrated Pain Management practice, both located in Framingham, Massachusetts. Dr. Pearl is Triple Board Certified in Regenerative Medicine, Pain Medicine and Anesthesiology and has over 20 years experience in doing these procedures.

Previously, Dr. Pearl was the Co-Director of the Pain Management Center at St. Elizabeth’s Medical Center, where she was also the Director of the Pain Management Fellowship program.

After graduating from Harvard College with an A.B. in Applied Mathematics with Economics, Dr. Pearl received a M.Sc. in Health Planning and Financing at the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine. She then received her M.D. from the Columbia College of Physicians and Surgeons, where she represented the Medical School as a senator in the Columbia University Senate.

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Dr. Pearl completed her internship in Internal Medicine at New England Deaconess Hospital, her residency in Anesthesiology at the Massachusetts General Hospital, and her fellowship in Pain Management at the Brigham and Women’s Hospital. Dr. Pearl was the first resident ever to serve on the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME)’s Residency Review Committee for Anesthesiology. She is a Joseph Collins Scholar and a Rotary Scholar and was awarded the AMA/Glaxo Welcome and AMA/Burroughs Welcome Resident Leadership Awards.

From 2004 to 2010, Dr. Pearl served on the University of Massachusetts Board of Trustees. While there she chaired the Committee on Science, Technology and Research, was a member of the Committee on Academic and Student Affairs and the Governance Committee and also served as Vice Chair of the Advancement Committee, and as a member of the Committee on Athletics.

Dr. Pearl is Board Certified in Regenerative Medicine, Pain Medicine and Anesthesiology with the American Board of Regenerative Medicine and the American Board of Anesthesiologists.

Memberships:

  • The American Pain Society;
  • The Massachusetts Medical Society;
  • The Massachusetts Society of Anesthesiologists;
  • The Massachusetts Society of Interventional Pain Physicians;
  • The American Society of Anesthesiologists;
  • The American Society of International Pain Physicians;
  • The American Institute of Ultrasound in Medicine; and,
  • The American Board of Regenerative Medicine.

PUBLIC SERVICE:

  • Member, Massachusetts Department of Industrial Accidents, Health Care Services Board 
  • Member of the Association of Harvard College Class Secretaries and Treasurers
  • Past Member of the Board of Directors of the Harvard Alumni Association
  • Former Member of the Board of Trustees University of Massachusetts. (10/2010 – 10/2014) 

Travis Foxx, M.D. - Premier Anesthesiology & Pain

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Dr. Mark Reecer is board certified in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation and Pain Management. He has over 20 years of work comp experience, and he routinely provides Independent Medical Examinations (IMEs) for the Indiana Workers’ Compensation Board. Dr. Reecer has lectured extensively and has authored multiple publications that promote his specialty and the use of treatment modalities to eliminate pain, improve function and avoid surgery.

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Desmond Hussey, M.D. - NASA Neuroscience and Spine Associates. P.L

Dr. Hussey earned his undergraduate degree from Dartmouth College, and proceeded to earn his Medical Degree from The University of Miami School of Medicine. He then attended Northwestern University Internal Medicine Program, followed by a Neurology Residency Program at Emory University. Dr. Hussey continued his specialty training at John Hopkins University pain clinic. A member of The Spinal Injection Society and The American Academy of Neurology and Psychiatry.

Haley Burke, M.D. - Colorado Rehabilitation and Occupational Medicine

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Maxim Moradian, M.D. - Interventional Spine Care & Orthopedic Regenerative Experts

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Wendi Lundquist, D.O. - Active Life Physical Medicine & Pain Center

Dr. Lundquist is the Medical Director and founder of Active Life Physical Medicine & Pain Center, Innovative Surgery Center, and Regena Spa. She is dual board certified in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation along with Pain Management and a diplomat with the American Board of Pain Medicine. She completed her training at Loyola University in Chicago, Illinois in July of 2005. During her time there, she served as Chief Resident and was involved in several research projects. Prior to, she completed medical school at Midwestern University at the Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine campus in Glendale, Arizona and internship at Doctors Hospital in Massillon, Ohio. She also has a Bachelor of Science in Biology and minor in Chemistry from the University of New Mexico in Albuquerque. She has a special interest in sports medicine, pain and spine. With 17 years experience, she has great enthusiasm towards regenerative medicine.

Michael Wolff, M.D. - Southwest Spine & Sports