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Back pain is simply described as any pain felt along your back. It can range from aching, stabbing, sharp, or pain that radiates, and is often made worse by movement or exertion. You may experience upper, middle or lower back pain anytime in your life.
Given the major role your back plays in everything you do, back pain is one of the most common forms of chronic pain. There are many kinds of back pain as well as many potential causes.
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What causes back pain?
- Muscle strains, as a result of overexertion, injuries, muscle spasms, or sudden, awkward movements
- Medical conditions, including sciatica, bulging or ruptured discs, scoliosis, spinal stenosis, arthritis, and osteoporosis
- Risk factors, such as bad posture/ergonomics, unhealthy lifestyle, heavy lifting, or a general lack of movement
- Rare but serious complications, like cancer or infections of the spine
Back pain symptoms
The symptoms of back pain can vary depending on the cause of your pain. Common symptoms include:
- Aching or stabbing pain in the back
- Trouble bending or twisting your back
- Tingling, numbness, or weakness
Pain can occur at any point along the back, though it is most common in the lower back, also referred to as the lumbar region.
The lumbar spine has fewer vertebrae than the neck (cervical) and middle (thoracic) back, and those few vertebrae are responsible for a lot of movement and support, exposing them to injury or wear.
How to treat back pain
There are several home remedies that can potentially relieve back pain, including applying hot or cold packs, stretching, yoga, low-impact exercise, and over-the-counter pain medications. Consult with your provider before starting an exercise regimen.
Smart lifestyle choices and habits can help prevent back pain, including maintaining good posture, lifting heavier items with your legs instead of your back, and refraining from being too sedentary on a daily basis (make time to move).
If home remedies do not provide adequate relief, Twin Cities Pain Clinic offers a wide variety of options for treating back pain.
The back pain doctors at Twin Cities Pain Clinic are among the most experienced experts in Minnesota, specializing in highly advanced therapies for providing effective, long-term relief from back pain. Schedule an appointment today and discover how we can help you get back to living your best life.
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