What Causes Back Pain?
Back pain can be caused by muscle or ligament strain, disc problems, arthritis in the spine, or bone thinning from osteoporosis.
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- Muscle or Ligament Strain
- Bulging or Ruptured Discs can press on a nerve, causing pain
- Arthritis in the spine can lead to a narrowing of the space around the spinal cord, a condition called spinal stenosis
- Osteoporosis
- Poor Posture and a Sedentary lifestyle can lead to back pain over time
- Underlying Medical Conditions, like kidney infections or certain cancers, can manifest as back pain
Symptoms of Back Pain
Back pain can feel like a constant dull ache, sharp shooting pain down the leg, or stiffness that limits your movement.
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- Muscle Ache: A constant, dull ache in the back
- Shooting or Stabbing Pain that may radiate down the leg
- Limited Flexibility or Range of Motion
- Pain Worsening with Bending, Lifting, Standing, or Walking
- Improvement with reclining may relieve pressure and reduce pain
When to See a Doctor
You should see a doctor if back pain doesn’t get better with rest or medication,...
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- Persistent Pain that doesn’t improve with rest or over-the-counter treatments
- Radiating Pain that spreads down one or both legs, especially if it extends below the knee
- Weakness, Numbness, or tingling in one or both legs
- Unintended Weight Loss, accompanied by back pain
- Bladder or Bowel Problems
- Fever, along with back pain, which could suggest an infection
At-Home Back Pain Relief
Stay Active, engaging in low-impact activities like walking or swimming to keep muscles strong. Applying heat or cold pads will...
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- Stay Active, engaging in low-impact activities like walking or swimming to keep muscles strong.
- Applying heat or cold pads will reduce inflammation and alleviate pain.
- Maintain Good Posture
- Stretch Regularly
- Mind-Body Techniques, such as yoga, meditation, or tai chi, can help manage pain and reduce stress.
