Back pain is an unpleasant symptom of some diseases that occurs due to an overload of muscle tissues and other causes. It develops when the structures of the spine, nerve tissues, or skin change. Painful sensations arise when some internal organs are not functioning 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, concomitant symptomatology is present, it is necessary to contact a medical facility. Doctors will diagnose, determine the cause of the symptom and eliminate the pain.
Causes of back pain
About 80% of the population complain of spinal pain, the syndrome most often develops during the progression of the disease. The main causes of back pain are spinal injuries:
- osteomyelitis, characterized by damage to the bone marrow;
- tumors of a malignant nature, manifested in the form of pain in the lower back;
- intervertebral hernia;
- displacement of the vertebral discs;
- fractures of the spine;
- scoliosis;
- osteochondrosis and stenosis of the spinal canals;
- chronic muscle pain;
- damage to cartilage tissue.
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, 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, pain is given to the lumbar muscles of the back;
- neoplasms in the lung area;
- infectious diseases of internal organs;
- diseases of the heart and blood vessels;
- stone formation in the renal system;
- joint inflammation;
- appendicitis;
- dysfunction of the 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 different types of pain:
Shoot back pains
Evolve to:
- pinching of the nervous process, displacement of the intervertebral disc;
- physical injuries after a fall, require surgery;
- diseases of internal organs;
- deformity of the vertebrae.
Shooting acute pain requires medical attention. It will not be possible to establish an accurate diagnosis yourself.
Shooting pain in the back
Painful sensations develop in the lumbar region. Causes of dagger pain:
- spasm of piriformis muscle tissue;
- neoplasms;
- third trimester of pregnancy;
- inflammatory process with hypothermia.
Take the pain back
Developed in the lumbar spine when exposed to the following factors:
- osteochondrosis of the lumbar spine;
- strenuous physical activity;
- staying in an uncomfortable position for a long time;
- old back injury.
Back pain after training
Developed in professional athletes, due to the overload of muscle tissues. If the spine hurts after training, you need to rest the body, relax the muscles.
Diagnostic methods
To determine the location of the lesion and determine the causes of the pain, the doctor
conducts a series of diagnostic tests. The anamnesis is taken from the patient, the duration of the development of painful sensations, their intensity is taken into account. The specialist palpates the back. The patient is instructed to donate blood and urine. You will need to undergo X-rays, computed tomography, MRI. If necessary, contrast radiography is used. After receiving the results, the doctor draws up a course of treatment.
Typically, clinics use the following diagnostic methods:
- MRI (magnetic resonance imaging)
- Check-up (full body examination)
- Computed electroencephalography
- Spinal computer topography
- Two-sided scanning
- Ultrasound (ultrasound)
- CT (computed tomography)
Which doctor to contact
If you are concerned about chronic pain, consult an orthopedist, most likely they are caused by diseases of the musculoskeletal system. If the pain is severe, in the form of low back pain, 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 arrival of the doctors, to eliminate the pain it is allowed to take an antispasmodic medicine. The patient has to provide for 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 tissues of the lumbar region and spine.
In severe cases and for 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
- Pharmacupuncture
- 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 acute pain;
- the functioning of the heart system, lungs, organs of the gastrointestinal tract is disrupted;
- migraines develop, tinnitus and attacks of dizziness appear;
- has disrupted the functioning of organs in the pelvic region;
- paralysis of the upper and lower limbs is possible.
Prevention of back pain
To avoid back pain, follow these guidelines:
- promptly treat diseases of the renal system, gastrointestinal tract, spine and lungs;
- avoids strenuous physical activity;
- controls the position of the posture;
- sleep in the correct posture, bed linen must be of high quality;
- avoid sudden movements in the back;
- promptly undergo preventive examinations by doctors;
- monitors body weight;
- stop drinking alcoholic beverages and smoking, taking drugs;
- follow a balanced diet;
- when you work sedentary or spend time on the computer, do back exercises once an hour;
- follows a course of chondroprotectors every 6 months.