Back pain is an unpleasant symptom of some diseases, which occurs as a result of overexertion of muscle tissues and other causes. It develops when the structures of the spine, nerve tissue or skin change. Painful sensations occur when some internal organs are damaged. Depending on the location of the pain, it can be assumed which part of the body is damaged. If the symptom has spread on both sides of the dorsal area, there are accompanying symptoms, you should 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 complains of back pain, the syndrome develops more often during the progression of the disease. The main causes of back pain are spinal injuries:
- osteomyelitis characterized by bone marrow damage;
- malignant tumors, manifested in the form of pain in the lower back;
- intervertebral hernia;
- displacement of the spinal discs;
- fractures of the spine;
- scoliosis;
- osteochondrosis and stenosis of the spinal canals;
- chronic muscle pain;
- damage to cartilage tissue.
There are causes for this symptom that are not related to spinal diseases.
- bleeding in the pelvic area;
- compression of the nerve roots in the chest, which provokes pain during inhalation;
- large volume of blood cells in the retroperitoneal area;
- ulcerative focus characterized by pain in the shoulder blades;
- disorders of the renal system;
- diseases of the gastrointestinal tract, causing unilateral pain;
- gynecological diseases, the pain is given to the lumbar muscles of the back;
- neoplasms in the lung area;
- infectious diseases of the internal organs;
- heart and blood vessel diseases;
- tartar formation in the kidney system;
- inflammation of the joints;
- appendicitis;
- dysfunction of organs located in the abdominal area.
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, displacement of the intervertebral disc;
- physical injuries after a fall, require surgery;
- diseases of the internal organs;
- vertebral deformities.
Shooting acute pain requires medical attention. It is not possible to make an accurate diagnosis on your own.
Piercing back pain
Painful sensations develop in the lumbar region. Causes of dagger pain:
- spasm of the piriform muscle tissue;
- neoplasms;
- third trimester of childbirth;
- inflammatory process with hypothermia.
Pulling back pain
Develops in the lumbar spine when exposed to 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 by professional athletes due to muscle strain. If the spine hurts after a workout, you need to give the body a rest, relax the muscles.
Diagnostic methods
To determine the location of the lesion and determine the cause 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 assigned 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 prepares a course of treatment.
Clinics typically use the following diagnostic methods:
- MRI (nuclear magnetic resonance)
- Check (complete body examination)
- Computer electroencephalography
- Computer spinal topography
- Duplex Scanning
- Ultrasound (ultrasound)
- CT (computed tomography)
Which doctor to contact
If you are concerned about chronic pain, visit an orthopedist - most likely they are 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 pain, it is allowed to apply a cold compress until the arrival of doctors to get rid of the pain, it is allowed to take antispasmodics. The patient must provide rest. To cure the disease, he prescribes drugs, physiotherapy procedures, methods of manual therapy, massage procedures. If necessary, a medical corset is used, which reduces the load on the muscle tissues of the lumbar and spine.
In severe cases and with specific diseases, such as malignant neoplasms, a surgical method of treatment is used.
Modern medical centers use the following methods to treat back pain:
- Manual therapy
- Physiotherapy
- Massage therapy
- Orthopedic insoles
- Reflexology
- Ozone therapy
- More about the service
- SVF joint therapy
- Pharmacopuncture
- Pediatric Orthopedic Clinical Examination
Consequences
If left untreated, a condition that causes back pain can have a number of complications:
- it becomes more difficult for the patient to walk due to sharp pain;
- the functioning of the heart system, lungs, organs of the gastrointestinal tract is impaired;
- migraines develop, tinnitus and dizziness;
- impairs the functioning of the pelvic organs;
- Paralysis of the upper and lower limbs 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 exercise;
- control the position of the stand;
- sleeps in a proper posture, the bed linen must be of high quality;
- avoid sudden movements of the back;
- to undergo timely preventive examinations by doctors;
- weight control;
- stop drinking alcohol and smoking, taking drugs;
- eat a balanced diet;
- when sitting or working on the computer, do back exercises once an hour;
- take a course of chondroprotectors every 6 months.