Can compress spray cure lumbar spine pain?

Hyderabad- A viral advertisement claims that compress spray can cure lumbar spine pain, any joint pain, or swelling within 3 weeks.

The viral advertisement also announces a 100% refund if the compress didn't treat your pain,

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What is lumbar spine?

According to Cleveland Clinic, the lumbar spine consists of the five vertebrae in your lower back. It provides support for the weight of your body, surrounds and protects your spinal cord, and allows for a wide range of body motions. Many conditions can affect this area of your spine, including lower back pain, arthritis, degenerative bone and disk disease, and stenosis.

Moving forward, we could not trace any mention of any OTC spray to cure lumbar spine pain. A compress spray may provide a sense of relief or a temporary healing sensation but it is not a permanent solution for the condition.

OrthoInfo has laid out two ways for treating Lumbar Spine pain-

Nonsurgical treatment options focus on restoring function and relieving pain. Although nonsurgical methods do not improve the narrowing of the spinal canal, many people report that these treatments do help relieve symptoms.

• Physical therapy- Stretching exercises, massage, and lumbar and abdominal strengthening often help manage symptoms.

• Lumbar traction- Although it may be helpful in some patients, traction offers very limited results. There is no scientific evidence of its effectiveness.

• Anti-inflammatory medications- Because stenosis pain is caused by pressure on a spinal nerve, reducing inflammation (swelling) around the nerve may relieve pain.

• Steroid injections, also known as epidural steroid injections. Cortisone is a powerful anti-inflammatory drug. Cortisone injections around the nerves or in the "epidural space" can decrease swelling, as well as pain.

• Acupuncture- Acupuncture can help treat some of the pain in less severe cases of lumbar stenosis. Although it can be very safe, long-term success with this treatment has not been proven scientifically.

• Chiropractic manipulation- Chiropractic manipulation is generally safe and can help with some of the pain from lumbar stenosis. Take care, however, if you have osteoporosis or a herniated disk. Manipulation of the spine in these cases can worsen symptoms or cause other injuries.

Surgery for lumbar spinal stenosis is generally reserved for people who have a poor quality of life due to pain and weakness, including difficulty walking for extended periods. This is often the reason that people consider surgery.

• Laminectomy- This procedure involves removing the bone, bone spurs, and ligaments that are compressing the nerves.

• Spinal fusion- If arthritis has progressed to spinal instability, your surgeon may recommend a combination of decompression and stabilization or spinal fusion.

Lastly, people are familiar with non-prescription NSAIDs, such as aspirin, ibuprofen, and naproxen. Whether over-the-counter or prescription strength, these medicines must be used carefully. They can lead to gastritis, stomach ulcers, and kidney problems. If you develop acid reflux or stomach pains while taking an anti-inflammatory, be sure to talk with your doctor, warns OrthoInfo.