Back pain is an unpleasant symptom of some diseases, which are the result of overexertion of muscle tissue and other causes. It develops when the structures of the spine, nerve tissues or skin change. Painful sensations occur when some internal organs do not work properly. Depending on the location of the pain, it can be assumed which part of the body is damaged. If the symptom has spread to both sides of the dorsal region, there is a simultaneous symptomatology, you should contact a medical facility. Doctors will diagnose, determine the cause of the symptoms and remove the pain.
Causes of back pain
About 80% of the population complains of back pain, the syndrome develops more often during disease progression. The main causes of back pain are spinal injuries:
- osteomyelitis, characterized by bone marrow damage;
- tumors of malignant nature, manifested in the form of pain in the lower back;
- intervertebral hernia;
- moving vertebral discs;
- spinal fractures; scoliosis;
- osteochondrosis and stenosis of the spinal canals;
- chronic muscle pain;
- cartilage tissue damage.
There are reasons for this symptom that are not related to spinal diseases.
- bleeding in the pelvic region;
- compression of the nerve roots in the chest, causing pain during inhalation;
- large amount of blood cells in the retroperitoneal region;
- ulcerative focus, characterized by pain in the shoulder blades;
- renal system disorders;
- diseases of the gastrointestinal tract that cause unilateral pain;
- diseases of gynecological nature, pain is given to the lumbar muscles of the back;
- neoplasms in the lung area;
- infectious diseases of internal organs;
- cardiovascular disease;
- formation of stones in the renal system;
- inflammation of the joints;
- appendicitis;
- dysfunction of organs located in the abdominal region.
Types of back pain
Depending on the nature of the painful sensations, the causes of the pain are determined. There are several types of pain:
Shooting back pain
Evolve into:
- pinching of the nervous process, movement of the intervertebral disc;
- physical injuries after a fall require surgical intervention;
- diseases of internal organs;
- vertebral deformities.
Shooting acute pain requires medical attention. You will not be able to make an accurate diagnosis on your own.
Stabbing back pain
Painful sensations develop in the lumbar region. Causes of dagger pain:
- spasm of piriform muscle tissue;
- neoplasms;
- third trimester of childbirth;
- inflammatory process with hypothermia.
Retreating back pain
It develops in the lumbar spine when exposed to the following factors:
- osteochondrosis of the lumbar spine;
- intense physical activity;
- stay in an awkward position for a long time;
- old back injury.
Back pain after training
Developed in professional athletes, due to excessive muscle tissue strain. If your spine hurts after training, you need to rest your body, relax your muscles.
Diagnostic Methods
To determine the location of the lesion and determine the causes of pain, the doctor
performs a series of diagnostic tests. The anamnesis is taken from the patient, the duration of the development of painful sensations and their intensity are taken into account. The specialist palpates the back. The patient was assigned to donate blood and urine. You will need to undergo X-ray, computed tomography, MRI. If necessary, contrast radiography is used. After receiving the results, the doctor compiles a course of treatment.
Typically, clinics use the following diagnostic methods:
- MRI (magnetic resonance imaging)
- Control (comprehensive body examination)
- Computerized electroencephalography
- Computer topography of the spine
- Duplex Scanning
- Ultrasound (ultrasound)
- CT (computed tomography)
Which doctor to contact
If you are worried about chronic pain, visit an orthopedist - they are most likely caused by diseases of the musculoskeletal system. If the pain is severe, in the form of lumbago, make an appointment with a neurologist.
Treatment of back pain
In case of strong painful sensations, it is allowed to put a cold compress until the doctors come, in order to get rid of the pain, it is allowed to take an antispasmodic medicine. The patient must provide rest. To cure the disease, he prescribes medications, physiotherapy procedures, manual therapy methods, massage procedures. If necessary, a medical corset is used, which reduces the load on the muscle tissues of the lumbar and spinal column.
In severe cases and with certain diseases, for example with a malignant neoplasm, a surgical method of treatment is used.
The following methods are used in modern medical centers for the treatment of back pain:
- Manual therapy
- Physiotherapy
- Massage therapy
- Orthopedic insoles
- Reflexology
- Ozone therapy
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- SVF joint therapy
- Pharmacopuncture
- Clinical Pediatric Orthopedic Examination
Consequences
If left untreated due to a condition that causes back pain, a number of complications are possible:
- the patient finds it harder to walk due to acute pain;
- the work of the heart system, lungs, organs of the gastrointestinal tract is disturbed;
- migraines develop, tinnitus and dizziness attacks appear;
- disrupted organ function in the pelvic region;
- paralysis of the upper and lower extremities is possible.
Prevention of back pain
To avoid back pain, follow these guidelines:
- timely treatment of diseases of the renal system, gastrointestinal tract, spine and lungs;
- avoid strenuous physical activity;
- control holding position;
- sleep in proper posture, bedding must be of good quality;
- avoid sudden back movements;
- undergo preventive medical examinations in a timely manner;
- control body weight;
- stop drinking alcohol and smoking, take drugs;
- eat a balanced diet;
- when you work inactive or spend time at the computer, do back exercises once an hour;
- take a course of chondroprotectors every 6 months.