Back pain is an unpleasant symptom of certain diseases that appears as a result of overworking muscle tissue and other causes. It develops when the structures of the spine, nerve tissue, or the skin change. Painful sensations arise when certain internal organs are malfunctioning. Depending on the location of the pain, one can assume which part of the body is damaged. If the symptom has spread to both sides of the dorsal region, there is a concomitant symptomatology, you should contact a medical institution. Doctors will diagnose it, determine the cause of the symptom, and eliminate the pain.
Causes of back pain
About 80% of the population complain of spinal pain, with the syndrome developing more often as the disease progresses. The main causes of back pain are injuries to the spine:
- osteomyelitis
- , characterized by damage to the bone marrow;
- tumors of a malignant nature, manifesting as pain in the lower back;
- intervertebral hernia;
- displacement of the vertebral discs;
- fractures of the spine; scoliosis
- ;
- osteochondrosis and spinal duct stenosis;
- chronic muscle pain;
- damage to cartilage tissue.
There are reasons for this symptom which are unrelated to spinal diseases.
- bleeding in the pelvic area;
- compression of the nerve roots in the chest, which causes pain when inhaling;
- large volume of blood cells in the retroperitoneal region;
- ulcerative focus, characterized by pain in the shoulder blades;
- disorders of the renal system;
- diseases of the gastrointestinal tract causing unilateral pain;
- diseases of a gynecological nature, the pain is given to the lumbar muscles of the back;
- neoplasms in the lung region;
- infectious diseases of internal organs;
- diseases of the heart and blood vessels;
- formation of stones in the renal system;
- joint inflammation;
- appendicitis;
- dysfunction of organs located in the abdominal region.
Types of back pain
Depending on the nature of the pain sensations, the causes of the pain are determined. There are several types of pain:
Breathing back pain
Upgrade to:
- pinching of the nervous process, displacement of the intervertebral disc;
- physical injuries after a fall, requiring surgery;
- diseases of internal organs;
- deformations of the vertebrae.
Shooting acute pain requires medical attention. It will not be possible to make an accurate diagnosis yourself.
Pain in the back
Painful sensations develop in the lower back area. Causes of dagger pain:
- spasm of piriformis muscle tissue; neoplasms
- ;
- third trimester of the birth of a child;
- inflammatory process with hypothermia.
Back print
Developed in the lumbar region under the influence of the following factors:
- osteochondrosis of the lumbar spine;
- intense physical activity;
- staying in an awkward position for a long time;
- old back injury.
Back pain after training
Developed in professional athletes, due to an overload of muscle tissue. If the spine hurts after training, you need to let the body rest, relax the muscles.
Diagnostic methods
To determine the location of the lesion and establish the causes of the pain, the doctor
performs a series of diagnostic tests. The anamnesis is collected from the patient, the duration of the development of painful sensations, their intensity are taken into account. The specialist feels the back. The patient is responsible for donating blood and urine. You will have to undergo x-rays, a CT scan, an MRI. If necessary, a contrast x-ray is used. After receiving the results, the doctor sets up treatment.
As a rule, clinics use the following diagnostic methods:
- MRI (magnetic resonance imaging)
- Check-up (full body exam)
- Computerized electroencephalography
- Computer vertebral topography
- Double-sided scanning
- Ultrasound (ultrasound)
- CT (computed tomography)
Which doctor to contact
If you are concerned about chronic pain, see an orthopedic surgeon - 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 severe painful sensations, it is allowed to apply a cold compress until the doctors arrive, in order to get rid of the pain, it is allowed to take an antispasmodic drug. The patient needs to rest. To cure the disease, he prescribes drugs, physiotherapy procedures, manual therapy methods, massage procedures. If necessary, a medical corset is used, which reduces the load on the muscle tissue of the lower back and spine.
In severe cases and with specific diseases, for example, with a malignant neoplasm, a surgical method of treatment is used.
In modern medical centers, the following methods are used to treat back pain:
- Manual therapy
- Physiotherapy
- Massage therapy
- Orthopedic insoles
- Reflexology
- Ozone therapy
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- SVF Joint Therapy
- Pharmacopuncture
- Pediatric orthopedic clinical examination
Consequences
If left untreated for a condition that causes back pain, a number of complications are possible:
- it becomes more difficult for the patient to walk due to severe pain;
- the functioning of the heart system, lungs and organs of the gastrointestinal tract is disturbed;
- migraines develop, tinnitus and dizziness appear;
- the functioning of the organs of the pelvic region is impaired;
- paralysis of the upper and lower limbs is possible.
Prevention of back pain
To avoid back pain, follow these instructions:
- timely treat diseases of the renal system, gastrointestinal tract, spine and lungs;
- avoid strenuous physical activity;
- controls the position of the posture;
- sleep in the correct posture, the bedding must be of high quality;
- avoid sudden movements of the back;
- timely undergo preventive examinations by doctors;
- control body weight;
- stop drinking alcoholic beverages and smoking, taking narcotics;
- eat a balanced diet;
- when working sedentary or spending time in front of the computer, do back exercises once per hour;
- to drink a course of chondroprotectors every 6 months.