BACK PAIN - POSSIBLE CAUSES AND PREVENTION

 

BACK PAIN - POSSIBLE CAUSES AND PREVENTION

Back pain is probably a topic for almost everyone. A significant proportion of people do sedentary work, so they spend all day sitting. Often sit in ergonomically ill-equipped workplaces with your feet bent or folded. All of these factors often become the cause of back pain. And where are the traumas of lifting heavier objects. True, the reasons are not always incorrect posture or lifting of objects. Back pain can also be caused by ailments of the internal organs, nerve compression or injuries. Therefore, we want to take a closer look at this topic and help you learn more about the possible causes of back pain and possible treatments.

• BACK PAIN - TYPES

• Back pain is divided into two types according to its intensity and occurrence - acute back pain and chronic back pain.

• Acute back pain usually occurs suddenly and is quite strongly felt. The pain can be either dull or, conversely, acute. Back pain is usually felt on the right or left side, in the lower back at the waist. Such pain recurs irregularly and may recur over a period of time. Acute pain does not last longer than 2-3 months.

• Chronic back pain is one that lasts for more than 3 months. Chronic back pain is burning, less often dull. It can hurt somewhere deep, often in one place, but moving to other parts of the body - buttocks, legs, groin. In some cases, the limbs may even melt. Difficulty performing daily chores. Such pain can be influenced by spinal cord, bone disease, previous trauma, spinal deformity. Chronic pain can also occur under the influence of stress, poor emotional state.

• CAUSES OF BACK PAIN

• Back pain often occurs suddenly or gradually increases until it becomes difficult to endure. Back pain is usually caused by excessive strain, constant muscle tension. The constant heavy load on the back muscles weakens them. Pain can also be affected by improper movement, position, trauma. Back pain is often the cause of back pain. If you suddenly have a sore back, bathe it. Think about whether you are not worried, afraid, anxious about something at that time. It is these factors that can also cause back pain.

• As soon as you feel the first symptoms, it is best to see a doctor who will direct a thorough examination. Only after thorough examination can the exact cause of the pain be determined. And the reasons can be really many.

• LONG SITTING

• Prolonged sitting is one of the most common causes of back pain. Unfortunately, many people simply fail to avoid this because they have to sit for long periods at work. And if it’s a full week after 8 hours of work. Such a long sitting is very damaging to the back. In addition, people not only sit for a long time, but also often irregularly. Make sure your workplace is ergonomically designed? It is very important that you are able to sit upright without getting tired. There should be support for your back. When sitting, keep in mind that your back should not be completely relaxed. If you work on a computer, it should be at eye level so you don’t have to bend. Nowadays, height-adjustable tables are extremely popular, as you can always adapt the workplace to yourself. Whenever possible, try to take breaks. Exercise, move and always make sure you are sitting correctly.

• IMPORTANT CARRYING AND LIFTING OF HEAVY ITEMS

• When you shop at a store, you probably don’t even think that the bags should be carried properly as well. If you carry an extremely heavy bag with products in one hand, you will put a heavy load on your back. In this case, it is recommended to carry two bags of equal weight. This will keep you in balance.

• It is very important to lift heavy objects properly. No matter how many times there is talk about how to lift things correctly, people don’t seem to hear it. Heavy boxes pose just by bending. This puts you at considerable risk of stretching your back. When lifting heavy objects, you must first lie down, then take the object and stand up. The same is true with help - you sit down, help and stand up. The object to be lifted must be kept closer to oneself and both when lifting and helping to avoid extremely sudden movements.

• DISEASES

• Back pain can be affected by many different diseases, especially those related to the spine, bone structure and its changes. One such disease is scoliosis. This is the curvature of the spine to one side. This problem is most often experienced by long-term residents, unfortunately, including a large number of young people.

• Spinal changes and back pain can be affected by various joint inflammations, osteoporosis (especially in older women), osteoarthritis (common in the elderly), and various visceral diseases in the pelvis, abdomen, and back.

• OTHER CAUSES OF BACK PAIN

• Back pain can also occur during menstruation, but this pain usually lasts only a day or two. You may also have more frequent back pain during pregnancy. The growing tummy becomes more and more protruding and heavier, while the spine also gets a heavy load and creates resistance to it.

• Other possible causes of back pain include sleeping on a mattress that is not suitable for you, too little physical activity, too much exercise while exercising, injuries during sports, carrying a backpack or heavy handbag on one shoulder.

• HOW TO RECOGNIZE THE CAUSE OF PAIN?

• Sometimes it’s hard to understand for yourself why your back hurts. In addition, in each case the pain may be different and even go to other parts of the body. We will tell you how to identify the causes of pain according to the different symptoms of back pain.

• DEGENERATION IS THE MOST COMMON CAUSE OF BACK PAIN

• Degeneration or wear and tear of the spine is the most common cause of back pain. And her symptoms can range from lower back pain on the left side, back pain on the right side, spine pain in the lumbar region, back pain at the top, back pain in the lower back, or back pain between the shoulders. In case of degeneration, pain can occur in any part of the back. Therefore, it is very important to find out if there really is a reason for this. Because pain in different places can be affected by different factors.

• BACK PAIN TRANSFERRING TO THE LEG

• In some cases, back pain can pass to the leg. Sometimes the pain only goes to one leg, and sometimes both can go. If you are experiencing this type of pain, it is possible that you have a compressed nerve. Nerves are usually compressed when the spine begins to warp and wear due to constant irregular sitting or heavy load. Unfortunately, this cause affects intervertebral disc wear and breakdown. Their parts start to move and pinch the nerve. Unfortunately, this usually requires the intervention of a surgeon, otherwise you may have consequences such as numb limbs, toes (feet).

• Occasionally there is less acute, chronic back pain that gradually increases. May melt the limbs, making it harder to move. This can be affected by both spinal wear and tear, as well as arthritis or previous injuries in sports or work. Chronic back pain is usually observed, aids are taken - splints are placed, massages are performed.

• Back pain that passes to the leg or both can also be affected by intervertebral disc herniation. However, in this case, the pain is felt in any position, the more abrupt the movement may cause more pain. The pain is usually limited to a certain part of the back, is quite severe, and is sometimes described as burning.

• In all of these cases, back pain can be transient in the buttocks or other lower parts of the body.

• BACK PAIN

• Probably the most common pain is in the lower back. Such pain is mostly affected by irregular posture while sitting, too little physical activity, weak torso muscles. In this case, physiotherapists usually come to the rescue, who not only help to determine the causes, but also prescribe therapeutic massages. True, if back pain at the bottom is affected by certain illnesses, massage therapy may not be available. BACK PAIN BETWEEN SHOULDERS

• Back pain in the upper part, especially back pain between the shoulders can occur for several reasons. One of the most common reasons for pain between the shoulders is the weak muscles in that area. It can also be affected by irregular posture, too little or no exercise and no strengthening of the back muscles. In such cases, it is usually recommended to exercise, perform certain exercises, and attend massages.

• Another, quite serious cause can be a dangerous disease - an aneurysm. An aneurysm is a pathological dilation of the walls of blood vessels. In this case, it is very important to monitor your condition, especially if the severe pain has passed to the head, because then it is necessary to visit a doctor immediately. Burning pain in the upper back can be a prime sign that simply needs to be addressed. This way you can prevent danger to your life. Because an aneurysm is a rather insidious disease.

• BACK PAIN DURING PREGNANCY

• Probably a rare expectant woman does not experience back pain. For some it is stronger, for others weaker. What Affects Back Pain During Pregnancy? One of the reasons is stretching of the abdominal muscles. As the abdomen increases, the abdominal muscles are stretched, which results in a higher load on the lumbar spine. You can then begin to bathe your lower back.

• OTHER CAUSES OF BACK PAIN

• Back pain can also occur during menstruation, but this pain usually lasts only a day or two. You may also have more frequent back pain during pregnancy. The growing tummy becomes more and more protruding and heavier, while the spine also gets a heavy load and creates resistance to it.

• Other possible causes of back pain include sleeping on a mattress that is not suitable for you, too little physical activity, too much exercise while exercising, injuries during sports, carrying a backpack or heavy handbag on one shoulder.

• HOW TO RECOGNIZE THE CAUSE OF PAIN?

• Sometimes it’s hard to understand for yourself why your back hurts. In addition, in each case the pain may be different and even go to other parts of the body. We will tell you how to identify the causes of pain according to the different symptoms of back pain.

• Degeneration or wear and tear of the spine is the most common cause of back pain. And her symptoms can range from lower back pain on the left side, back pain on the right side, spine pain in the lumbar region, back pain at the top, back pain in the lower back, or back pain between the shoulders. In case of degeneration, pain can occur in any part of the back. Therefore, it is very important to find out if there really is a reason for this. Because pain in different places can be affected by different factors.

• BACK PAIN TRANSFERRING TO THE LEG

• In some cases, back pain can pass to the leg. Sometimes the pain only goes to one leg, and sometimes both can go. If you are experiencing this type of pain, it is possible that you have a compressed nerve. Nerves are usually compressed when the spine begins to warp and wear due to constant irregular sitting or heavy load. Unfortunately, this cause affects intervertebral disc wear and breakdown. Their parts start to move and pinch the nerve. Unfortunately, this usually requires the intervention of a surgeon, otherwise you may have consequences such as numb limbs, toes (feet).

• Occasionally there is less acute, chronic back pain that gradually increases. May melt the limbs, making it harder to move. This can be affected by both spinal wear and tear, as well as arthritis or previous injuries in sports or work. Chronic back pain is usually observed, aids are taken - splints are placed, massages are performed.

• Back pain that passes to the leg or both can also be affected by intervertebral disc herniation. However, in this case, the pain is felt in any position, the more abrupt the movement may cause more pain. The pain is usually limited to a certain part of the back, is quite severe, and is sometimes described as burning.

• In all of these cases, back pain can be transient in the buttocks or other lower parts of the body.

• BACK PAIN

• Probably the most common pain is in the lower back. Such pain is mostly affected by irregular posture while sitting, too little physical activity, weak torso muscles. In this case, physiotherapists usually come to the rescue, who not only help to determine the causes, but also prescribe therapeutic massages. True, if back pain at the bottom is affected by certain illnesses, massage therapy may not be available.

 BACK PAIN BETWEEN SHOULDERS

• Back pain in the upper part, especially back pain between the shoulders can occur for several reasons. One of the most common reasons for pain between the shoulders is the weak muscles in that area. It can also be affected by irregular posture, too little or no exercise and no strengthening of the back muscles. In such cases, it is usually recommended to exercise, perform certain exercises, and attend massages.

• Another, quite serious cause can be a dangerous disease - an aneurysm. An aneurysm is a pathological dilation of the walls of blood vessels. In this case, it is very important to monitor your condition, especially if the severe pain has passed to the head, because then it is necessary to visit a doctor immediately. Burning pain in the upper back can be a prime sign that simply needs to be addressed. This way you can prevent danger to your life. Because an aneurysm is a rather insidious disease.

• BACK PAIN DURING PREGNANCY

• Probably a rare expectant woman does not experience back pain. For some it is stronger, for others weaker. What Affects Back Pain During Pregnancy? One of the reasons is stretching of the abdominal muscles. As the abdomen increases, the abdominal muscles are stretched, which results in a higher load on the lumbar spine. You can then begin to bathe your lower back.

• Therapeutic back massage is especially recommended for people who do not exercise at all, work a sedentary job, and have little movement.

• BACK MASSAGE - PRICE

• The price of a back massage ranges from 10 EUR to 35 EUR. The price varies depending on the type of massage performed. There are many different types of back massage: classic, express, back and shoulder area, Kerala (deep, relaxing) and others.

• It is especially worth choosing a multi-visit coupon, as the massage is usually not a one-time and it is necessary to go through at least a minimum massage course.

• For effectiveness, a minimum of 5 visits is recommended, preferably once or twice a week. The most effective course of 10 massages. After the last course, the massage specialist will recommend you the time of the next visits. It all depends on whether the massage is performed prophylactically or requires more intensive treatment.

• Back massage is the most effective way to prevent various health problems, including back pain. Massage is also the best, natural and preventive measure. To prevent back pain, it is recommended to perform a preventive massage course 2 times a year. Also, do not forget about proper posture, breaks during work (especially sitting), sports and physical activity, which would strengthen the back muscles.