Why does a woman have a cramp in her waist?

If women experience pain similar to lumbar cramps, they should pay attention to it. According to women's physiological characteristics, this may be related to some gynecological diseases, such as pelvic inflammatory disease. Of course, it may also be related to lumbar disc herniation caused by body fatigue, or sciatica. If the pain is severe, you should go to the hospital for a regular examination in time to understand the specific cause. Do not delay treatment. Let's take a look at this aspect.

Why does a woman have a cramp in her waist?

In clinical work, it is often seen that the symptoms of pain, limited movement and discomfort are caused by fatigue of the body and compression of the sciatic nerve by lumbar disc herniation. It is recommended to go to the hospital for further examination, such as MRI, to clarify the cause and provide targeted treatment. In daily life, pay attention to rest, avoid fatigue and staying up late, exercise appropriately, strengthen nutrition and increase resistance, give symptomatic treatment of anti-inflammatory and analgesic, and can also be combined with traditional Chinese medicine, acupuncture, physical therapy, and magnetic heat therapy for assistance. Review and treat on time.

Why does lumbar disc herniation cause leg pain?

In addition to back pain, leg pain is also a major symptom. We all know that sciatica can be caused by compression of the sciatic nerve by lumbar disc herniation. The sciatic nerve is the main nerve trunk that innervates the lower limbs. Sciatica can cause radiating pain in the lower back, buttocks, outer thigh, posterior and lateral calf, and outer foot. The pain is mainly characterized by tingling and stringing pain. Therefore, when lumbar disc herniation compresses the sciatic nerve, it will cause leg pain.

The small segments of nerves between the spinal cord and the intervertebral foramen are nerve branches called nerve roots. They manage not just one nerve, but many nerves and a large area. When the lumbar disc herniates, it will directly compress these nerve roots. This pressure may cause pain in the left leg or the right leg, which is medically called radiating pain.

Self-care treatment for lumbar disc herniation:

1. Move the hips: Lie on your back, first stretch your right leg suddenly in front of your feet, and at the same time swing your hips to the right. Do the left leg again. The movements should be coordinated and powerful, alternating between the two legs twenty to thirty times.

2. Leg kick: Lie on your back, bend your hip and knee joints as much as possible, and curl your feet (dorsiflexion). Then push your heel upward diagonally (about 45 degrees), tighten the muscles of your calves and thighs, and lower your leg to the original position. Alternate legs twenty to sixty times.

3. Lift your chest: Lie on your stomach and support yourself on the bed with both hands. Start by tilting your head back while gradually raising your supporting hands to lift your chest upward. Finally, lean back with all your strength until the force reaches your waist. Lie flat and rest, repeat five to ten times.

4. Fish jump: Lie prone, place your hands on your waist, stretch your upper body and legs backward and lift them up at the same time to make a bow shape. Be careful not to bend your knees. Try to stay in this position for as long as possible.

5. Bend down and stretch backward: Stand with your legs shoulder-width apart and your toes pointed inward. Bend forward elastically so that your hands touch the ground. Then reposition and stretch your waist backwards, also stretching it elastically to the maximum extent. Repeat five to ten times. When the condition improves, increase the range of motion and proceed step by step.