Back Pain
Back pain is simply described as any pain felt along your back. It can range from aching, stabbing, or radiating pain, and is often made worse by movement or exertion. You may experience upper, middle or lower back pain anytime in your life.
Back pain is one of the most common forms of chronic pain. This is no surprise, given the major role your back plays in everything you do. It’s also why there are several kinds of back pain and even more 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 neck 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, predisposing them to injury or wear and tear.
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.
Twin Cities Pain Clinic is one of the most experienced and comprehensive back pain clinics in Minnesota. Schedule an appointment with our pain management experts to learn how we can help relieve your chronic back pain.
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