How do you treat lumbar radiculopathy?

Spinal nerve block: A lumber spinal nerve block is used to deposit steroids directly on the inflamed nerve causing the radiculopathy.

Dr Ali and another doctor agreed

Lumbar radiculopathy: There are many treatments for lumbar radiculopathy like heat pads, accupuncture, chiropractic therapy, exercise, massage, medications, injections ... Please see a pain management doctor for evaluation. You might benefit from a comprehensive evaluation and treatment.

Conservatively!: Depending on how bad the symptoms are, the recommendations can vary. If there is strong neurological compromise, surgical decompression is usually advised. For minor symptoms, anti-inflammatories (if tolerated) and physical therapy come first. Middle ground treatment includes selective injections, such as epidural type endeavors. Injured discs are more likely to need surgical treatment.