Nowadays back again is a common problem of teenagers to adult to old age people. It is a physical discomfort occurring anywhere on the back or spine, back pain can range from a muscle aching to a burning, shooting, or stabbing sensation. Not only can pain occur anywhere in the adjoining muscles of its spine but it can vary drastically in frequency and intensity. The spine protects the most important elements of the CNS, any damage in this can lead to permanent nerve or spine damage.
Following factors might put you at greater risk of developing back pain
Some diseases like arthritis and cancer contribute to back pain.
If you're overweight, this puts extra stress on your back.
Research shows that people prone to anxiety and depression can lead to back pain.
Smoking. Smokers have a high risk.
Back pain is more common as you get older.
Below are some symptoms of it
Inflammation or swelling in the back.
Persistent back pain, there lying down does not help.
Pain down the legs.
Pain below the knees.
Urinary incontinence.
Fecal incontinence.
Numbness around the genitals.
Numbness in the legs.
Have a look at some common causes of back pain
Arthritis can be a reason for your back pain.
Osteoporosis, due to this, your bones become porous and brittle hence, the spine's vertebrae can develop painful fractures.
Ligament muscle strain.
If you're in poor physical condition, constant pressure in your back causes painful muscle spasms.
Mechanical issues of bones and soft tissue injuries are the causes of back pain.
Torn or pulled ligament and/or muscle posture and movement.
Structural problems like bulging and ruptured disks, sciatica, abnormal curvature of the spine, etc.
Sleep disorders.
Most of the time back pain is treated without the medications. But, when the pain in the back reaches your legs and arms or when back pain interrupts your daily activities, it is important to see a doctor.
Following are some preventive measures
Sit up straight, maintain a good posture.
Do back stretching and strengthening exercises at least 3 days a week.
Maintain a healthy weight, being overweight can strain your back.
Use an ergonomic office chair.
Quit smoking.
Do not sleep on your stomach.
Avoid high heels.
Sitting on an overstuffed wallet may cause back pain, don't do that!
Have plenty of calcium and vitamin D intake.
Make sure that you don't sit for long hours.
Manage your back pain with these tips
For temporary pain relief using a hot pack.
For reducing inflammation use an ice pack or a cold pack.
Physiotherapy treatment is recommended for long-term improvement.
Do exercise.
Good lifestyle changes help patients living with lower back pain to improve their quality of life.
These simple lifestyle changes may help you do that
Grab your supplements, magnesium, and calcium are important for healthy muscles and bones.
Wear supportive footwear.
Do these yoga asanas to improve back pain:
- Child's pose.
- Cat/cow pose.
- Downward facing dog.
- Sphinx pose.
- Reclined pigeon pose.
" A back is the supporting pillar without back you are not a homo sapien!"
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