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Treatment for back pains
What kind of remedies help back pains?
(25 Aug 2007)
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Back pain is one of the most common ailments affecting people today. Almost 90% of all Americans have faced some type of back pain during the course of their lives while more than 50% of them will face it on a regular basis. It is hard to identify if the back pain is a symptom of a more severe underlying medical condition, or if it is simply a case of muscle fatigue or tension.
The pain is often divided into different types, depending largely on the location of the pain such as neck pain, upper back pain, lower back pain or tailbone pain. Each of them is affected by a different set of muscles, nerves, joints, bones or any other structures present on the spine. If the back pain occurs after some extensive amount of trauma, such as a car accident or fall, it may be an indication of bone fracture. If accompanied by progressive weakness in the legs or bowel or bladder incontinence, it is advisable to visit your nearest licensed doctor to rule out any life threatening disorders.
There are a number of different causes that result in back pain. Nerve root syndromes produce symptoms of nerves being pinched and are triggered by a herniation of the disc between the lower back bones. Sciatica is one such condition and the resulting pain is sharp, seemingly in one spot and can also be accompanied by numbness in the legs. Low back pain can be caused by musculoskeletal pain syndromes that include fibromyalgia and myofascial. In myofascial pain, the pain is accompanied by tenderness over localized areas as well as a loss in the range of motion of the involved muscle groups. The occurrences of back pain are known to get more frequent and prominent with age. A lack of exercise as well as an unhealthy diet leading to obesity is also known to be primary causes of the pain. Excessive manual tasks such as lifting, pushing or pulling tend to twist the spine – resulting in back pain.
Making garlic a part of your daily diet will help to significantly relieve any stress that you experience while you could also try getting a massage with the help of some eucalyptus oil or mustard oil. If you notice any inflammation, you could try applying some ice over the swollen muscles to help reduce the swelling and calm the affected muscles. Sleep on a firm mattress and avoid sleeping face down.
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answered by M W on 21 Apr 2010, 2:56:23
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A cold pack for the first two days is helpful. If the pain persists, use a heating element. Non prescription medications can be immediately taken and guidance of a physician at a later time. Try avoiding sudden and erratic movements that will affect your back. Keep a pillow under the back while resting. Sit straight and avoid slouching. Topical application of anti inflammatory creams might prove helpful.
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answered by r k on 30 Aug 2007, 7:43:08
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