Referred pain is a phenomenon in which a pathology in one area of the body causes pain in another location. The classic example of referred pain is the pain in the left arm and neck associated with a heart attack or angina episode. In this case, the pain is actually occurring in the heart, but the patient experiences the pain in another location. While this type of pain has been documented and studied extensively, researchers are not entirely sure about what causes it. When referred pain occurs, it can be somewhat frustrating for both patient and doctor. The patient comes to the doctor to treat shoulder pain, for example, and the doctor cannot find anything wrong with the shoulder which would cause pain. The doctor may say that nothing can be done, which is upsetting for the patient, because he or she is experiencing real pain despite the lack of any obvious cause.

Acupuncture as a slipped disc treatment when performed as early as possible has been shown to rapidly improve recovery time and ease pain of lumbar herniated discsignificantly. Research has shown that the acupuncture stimulates the damaged area of the spine creating naturally occurring steroids encouraging it to repair and producing valuable endorphins in the body. In this natural way the swelling is minimized and the pain of the herniation is eased. This dual effect from the acupuncture is why is can be so effective.

If you have the Symptoms of Lumbar Herniated Disc--Referred pain, we would say herbal medicine is a safe and effective form of treatment. At TCM Window, we offer relaxing treatments and expert guidance through the whole process. We specialize in different kinds of chronic and difficult miscellaneous diseases, we offer the best possible care in a peaceful and welcoming environment. If you would want our expert to create a TCM diagnosis, please fill out the health form as requested.