Search for the cause of back pain

Back pain can have several causes, but sometimes it is difficult to determine the exact cause. Sometimes, back pain can occur due to muscle injuries such as muscle strains from playing sports or exercising or performing various activities. However, some patients experience severe back pain that requires them to see a doctor. There are many ways to find the cause of back pain, but X-rays and MRI scans are the most accurate and precise methods, as they allow doctors to see if there are any abnormalities inside the body. The most common causes of back pain are from a slipped disc pressing on a nerve, sometimes a narrow spinal canal, spinal joints moving and pressing on a nerve or a compressed vertebrae, as well as other diseases not related to the spine.

• If you experience back pain, should you get an X-ray or an MRI?
• Where is the best place to treat your back pain? Find the true cause by using an MRI machine.

Check your back pain before seeing a doctor:
  • Pain has not improved after treatment.
  • Pain causes you a disturbed lifestyle.
  • Sudden and severe back pain
  • Worried about back pain that cannot be handled.
Measuring the level of back pain by yourself:

Severe back pain:

  • The pain is so severe that you cannot function normally.
  • Unable to sleep.
  • Difficulty in moving, unable to do anything.

Moderate back pain:

  • The pain is present all the time but can be tolerated.
  • Can still sleep, but with some discomfort.
  • Moving is slow and some positions may cause pain.

Mild back pain:

  • The pain comes and goes.
  • Back pain causes discomfort in daily activities.
To reduce back pain on your own, what should you do?

Most back pain tends to improve on its own. If you want to relieve your back pain quickly, you can restore it on your own as follows:

Do

– Exercise regularly to build a strong core muscle.
– Apply cold compress to reduce back pain.
– Apply heat to relieve joint stiffness or muscle tension.
– Take pain medication as prescribed by a doctor.
– Control your weight within the standard range.
– Learn the correct sitting, bending and lifting postures.

Don’t

– Stay still or sit or stand for more than 2 hours at a time.
– Avoid activities or sports that are risky to your back.
– Bend or lift heavy objects incorrectly.
– Reduce or quit smoking.

• Self-care for waist pain

Understanding back pain and taking preventive measures can help reduce the risk of spine-related diseases. However, there are times when back pain becomes unavoidable and requires medical attention. Identifying the underlying cause of the disease is crucial for effective treatment. MRI and X-ray are additional diagnostic options that allow physicians to pinpoint the exact problem. At S Spine and Nerve Hospital, we take care of you with a team of specialized medical professionals in spine and nervous system disorders. We provide accurate diagnoses in a timely manner, allowing for appropriate and targeted treatment plans, so that patients can return to their normal lives.

References:
Chumpon Kakanan, MD.
https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/back-pain/

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