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Eugene D asked in HealthAlternative Medicine · 5 years ago

What supplements have you used assisted in the healing process of a herniated disc?

I'm looking for those who have actually used supplements that have worked. Some sites say Glucosomine and Chondroitin work then another site says it doesn't work. I would prefer those who have used the supplements.

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  • Gary K
    Lv 7
    5 years ago
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    Forget what the websites say, or what testimonials say. You need to check what the science says.

    As far as Glucosomine and Chondroitin go, there is little or no evidence they work for anything, beyond placebo:

    https://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/druginfo/natur...

    https://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/druginfo/natur...

    https://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/druginfo/natur...

    You are not going to find an effective supplement to assist in the healing process of your herniated disc. They are mostly overpriced placebos based on "traditional" use, not robust clinical studies. If there is something actually proved to work, your doctor would have you using it, right?

    See: https://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/0...

  • ?
    Lv 4
    5 years ago

    Herniated Disc Supplements

  • 5 years ago

    Let us get into the realm of solid reality, and out of THE TWILIGHT ZONE, where these people

    are suggesting you take everything from Glucosomine and Condroitin, where there is no

    benefit that can be quantified, to fish oil, vitamin C, and you name it. Don't be a victim

    of misinformation. In 45 years, I have never seen a TRUE HERNIATED DISC just heal itself. A true herniated disc can be treated , IF it is causing you pain, and what we

    call "parasthesias", such as hot/cold sensations, " pins and needles " sensations. Herniated

    discs can cause weakness, also. ULTIMATELY...... you can use Non steroidal Anti-Inflammatory'

    drugs, depending on your tolerance of them, and what works for you. Many times, the conservative route is the best bet, not only short-term, but long term. Avoid surgery, where

    feasible. IF you are experiencing pain that is poorly controlled, talk to a specialist in

    neurosurgery about the possibility of minimally invasive surgery, for this. Get the best

    advice you can seek out for this. In the meantime, try a hot soak in a bath or jacuzzi,,

    and then em ply stretching. Most people find, that for herniations that are in the

    lower thoracic, and sacral areas, stretching exercises are the -----by far ---- best thing.

    Be well.

    Source(s): 30 years of Medical Practice.
  • 5 years ago

    Herb fenu greek and aswagandha (winter cherry)can help.Both grind and make powder, then use one tea spoon at morning with milk.

  • ?
    Lv 6
    5 years ago

    1. In order to give sufficient strength to your spine-muscle, nerve and bone we give the following supplements which work amazingly. Actually, we are able to cure muscular dystrophy cases most successfully. No side effects and available all over tye globe in your vicinity.

    2. 1) Primosa 1000 MUSCLE STRENGTH 1 CAP morning

    2) Nurokind Gold Muscle/Nerve tonic 1 CAP morning

    3) MegaZa -do- 1 cap evening

    3) Spine Activator Spine/Scitica stimulator External massage

    4) Manipal Massager Muscle Metabolism Apply on legs & abdomen upto Nabhi/solar plexus on both sides

    5) Glucosamine-1500 (USA) Bone strength ½ morning ½ evening30 x 30

    6) Fish Oil (USA) Muscle tonic 1 cap evening 20 x 30

    7) Chyavanprash Liver & Kidney cleanser 1 tsp in morning and afternoon 1 hr before/after eating

    8) Flexibility Bone & Muscle metabolism 1 cap after lunch & dinner

    9) Osteoseal -do- -do-

    10) Weight Balance WBC metabolism 1 cap after lnch & dinner

    11) Atrophy(Nerve) 1 & 2

    (Germany) KP Nerve Metabolism 6 tabs sublingual daily bds.

    6 glob sublingual weekly bds

    12) Atrophy(Muscle)12 &3 2(Germany)MP Muscle Metabolism -do-

    13) Atrophy(Bone tissue)4& 5 CP Bone metabolism -do-

    14) Scrofoloso SY (Herbal-Italy) Metabolism 6 globules sublingual morn * night

    15) Can-4(Herbal-Italy) Bone tissue -do-

    16) Can-2(Herbal-Italy) Liver & gall bladder metabolism -do-

    17) Herbal Snuff To remove brain blockages 1st day, 5th day & 10th day

    18) Immuno Drops(herbal) Lung Metabolism 15 drops morning and night + cup of hot milk/tea/water

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    20) Amrith drops[gold,silver,copper & iron charged] Brain, spine tonic + blood metaboism 5 drops + cup of hot water morn & evening

    21) Q.drops(Bilwa/neem/

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    22) Elixir Caps Metabolism of all organs 3 caps twice

    100 x 2

    23) Antioxidant Caps Cardiac strength 3 caps twice 100 x 2

    24) Panacea[Germany] Immunity 6 globules sublingual morn & night

    25) Anaemia[Germany] To increase blood formation 2 grains thrice sublingual

    26) Wheat grass Blood + immunity 1 tsp + cup of hot water twice

    27) Aloe Vera Juice Vitamins, minerals, micro nutrients 50 ml. twice

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    All items are time tested with the best quality from South India and successfully tried. Prices are subject to marginal change.

    In your diet* you may include Aloe Vera juice, raw vegetables, green juices, Raithas, salads, sprouted seeds, dry fruits, nuts, wheat grass powder, Noni juice, black tea, green tea, water melon, papaya, raw coconut + jiggery, soya bean milk, fresh seasonal fruits, etc.

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    All dry fruits are safe and anti-cancerous-to boost up immunity levels. A diet rich in fruits-----cured several incurable and dreaded diseases, like Cancer, Thalassemia, HIV, Brain & Spinal cord affected disorders, Muscular Dystrophy, Autism, Nuro muscular Syndromes, Parkinson's Syndromes, etc., per our experience.

    They are rich in fiber, antioxidants, vitamins, energy, micro-nutrients, vitamins, calcium, etc.

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    Procedure: Every morning, in an empty stomach, take 2 tsp of cooking oil and put it in your mouth and rinse it for 10 minutes; until it becomes white liquid. Spit it out and then rinse with Luke warm water and rub the gums with your thumb/middle finger to remove oil deposits. Then brush your teeth. For the best results, it can be repeated 3 times daily in an empty stomach.

    Yogurt: Give the patient 3 to 4 ounces of curd, prepared in the following manner. To the

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    black salt in it. Such curd can be taken 3 to 4 times a day from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. only. It may

    be taken in the form of butter milk.

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