Comprehensive Guide for Treating Back Pain

Nobody wants back pain! Because of back pain, many people miss opportunities and events in life. Many cannot go to work and many cannot enjoy sports just because of back pain. The good news is, you can take steps to prevent or relieve back pain. You can prevent it, but if prevention fails, there are treatments to keep the pain away and make sure your body is functioning. Most of the time, surgery is rarely needed.

But what is pain really? Back pain is a muscle ache, it may be a burning or a stabbing sensation. It can also worsen with standing, walking, bending, or lifting.

When should I see a doctor?

Depending on the back pain, some people usually get improvements from self-care. But if you experience the following, then you should go and see a doctor:

• back pain persists for weeks
• back pain does not improve even you are well rested
• the pain spreads on one leg or both legs
• the pain extends on the knee
• legs are weak or numb
• there is an unexplained weight loss

If some of these things are happening to you, do not hesitate to go see a doctor. Treating back pain earlier is better because if the pain worsens, your body might no longer function well. Moreover, the expenses of treatments and medicine might be bigger if you treat it late.

There are also rare symptoms of back pain which are the following:

• bower or bladder problems
• back pain is accompanied by fever

Causes of Back Pain

There are situations that back pain develops without a cause. Or sometimes, patients cannot identify the cause on their own and they need to get tested in clinics.

However, there are usually conditions linked to back pain which are:

• Osteoporosis: Because of this condition, your spine becomes brittle and porous, hence, the pain.
• Arthritis: Lower back pain can be caused by osteoarthritis. There is also a condition called spinal stenosis.
• Ligament strain: Because of lifting heavy objects repeatedly, or a sudden movement, you can strain your back muscles and lead to back pain.
• Ruptured disks: If a disk bulges or ruptures, it can press on a never. Because of that, pain in your back may develop.

Other Factors

Here are other factors that can cause back pain.

• Age: As people get older, back pain becomes common. It starts around 30 to 40 years old.
• Lack of exercise: If your muscles are weak because of lack of exercise, it can lead to back pain.
• Improper lifting: If your way of lifting is improper, then some muscles may be affected and lead to back pain.
• Psychological conditions: Those people who have depression and anxiety have a greater risk of back pain.
• Excess weight: Having excess weight may stress a person’s back.

Prevention

It is good to avoid back pain right from the beginning. This will give you a better quality of life and fewer expenses for medical treatments. In order to avoid back pain, here are the things you can do.

• Maintain a healthy weight: Having excess weight will stress your back. We all know being overweight is not healthy, furthermore, it strains your muscles, including back muscles. So in order to prevent back pain, trim down a little bit and get back to having a normal weight.

• Exercise: Low-impact exercises are enough to prevent back pain. They do not strain your muscles and they do not require heavy lifting. These kinds of exercises will increase your endurance and strength.
• Quit smoking: Smoking is not good for your health overall. It also increases the risk of back pain, so it is better for you to quit smoking.
• Posture: Make sure you stand smart, sit smart, and lift smart. Do not slouch and if you stand for a long time, good posture will reduce stress on your back muscles. When it comes to sitting, choose a chair that has good back support. Armrests are also recommended. Change your position every half an hour.

For lifting, you must make sure to use your legs to do the work. Keep the proper posture for lifting to avoid muscle strain.

Relief For Your Back Pain

Here are the steps you can do to relieve your back pain.

Know the possible causes of your pain and pay attention to your body

You should be an advocate of your own health, make sure that you pay attention to what your body does. Take care of it and be mindful of what you do. If you can understand and identify the causes of your back pain, then that is good, because you will know how to treat it on your own if it is not yet worse. But in the event that you cannot figure out when the back pain is stemming from, it is time to go to Pain Management and Wellness Centers.

Pay attention to how your back hurts. If such activities contribute to back pain, then avoid doing those things.

Create a daily back stretching routine

To be able to improve mobility, stretching is a proven way. It is also proven to prevent and relieve back pain. Make sure you give a few minutes of every day to do stretching. A five-minute stretching routine is enough.

Yoga is also a recommended way to prevent or relieve back pain. It does not need to take long, give a few minutes to self-care!

Your exercises should reduce your back pain

If you are going to have an exercise routine other than stretching, then it is better. However, you should choose types of exercises to reduce your back pain. There are different exercise methods. If you are not confident, you can ask your trainer.

The Pain Still Persists!

If you are still feeling back pain after doing the things, it is time to see a doctor. Work closely with our pain management specialists who have years of experience in treating patients to minimize or eliminate the pain. Your journey to healing starts here with us.

Call us and set your appointments today. You can ring us at (770) 680-5740 or send us an email at info@mypaincenters.com. You can also set your appointment online by clicking this. Contact us today!