Patients of different ages face uncomfortable back pain. As a rule, unpleasant sensations in the body are a manifestation of serious diseases or the result of serious muscle strain. In most cases, the pathology occurs due to structural changes in the joints of the vertebral body, in the soft tissues or in the nerve endings. Painful symptoms are also the result of improper functioning of internal organs.
Causes of back pain
By determining the location of pain in the back part of the body, it is possible to determine the nature of the violation in the work of the body. With the affected bone tissue and the development of a herniated disc, as well as damage to the abdominal organs, discomfort appears in the lower part. If there is pain in the upper back, this is a sign of diseases of the aorta, inflammatory processes in the respiratory organs and the formation of tumors in the chest. Feelings of discomfort over the entire surface of the back, accompanied by fever, nausea, indigestion, require immediate medical attention, as they indicate serious health problems.
The main causes of back pain are related to diseases such as:
- osteomyelitis affecting the bone marrow;
- cancer cancer;
- the appearance of herniation in a herniated disc;
- scoliosis;
- cartilage damage;
- fibromyalgia.
Usually, back pain is not related to a structural change in the spine. In this case, pelvic bleeding or compression of nerve endings in the sternum may be observed. Discomfort between the shoulder blades may be related to peptic ulcers or arthritis. Pain that radiates to both sides is the first sign of appendicitis. Discomfort can occur after prolonged exposure to low temperatures, repeated heavy lifting, coughing a lot, or being in an uncomfortable position. Back pain often occurs after fractures, regardless of their location.
Features of back pain treatment
In case of unbearable pain, first aid measures for the patient. To do this, you can apply cold compresses to the problem area, take pain relievers, and be physically inactive. In the treatment of back pain, chondroprotectors are actively used today. Their injectable form ensures maximum bioavailability and speed of action, helping to prevent the destruction of cartilage tissue and reduce inflammation. Treatment may include:
- warming ointment;
- drugs that eliminate tissue spasms;
- physical therapy procedures;
- therapeutic massage;
- Acupuncture.
If necessary, wearing a special corset is prescribed to reduce the load on the lower back and spine. In some cases, surgical intervention is performed that involves the installation of disc prostheses.