Factors causing Back Pain

The problem of Lower Back Pain is more found in those who are either involved in sitting jobs or who have to lift heavy weights. In addition to this, there are also some categories of people who are more prone to this problem like people over the age of 60, women post menopause, obese people and those suffering from VitaminD deficiency.

Ignoring lower back pain for long can cost you in the form of Spinal Disc Prolapse or Spinal Arthritis

Sedentary Lifestyle is one of the prime reasons behind the increasing number of back pain cases. As discussed in the earlier posts, there is a high possibility that prolonged back pain can take the form of Spinal Disc Prolapse or Spinal Arthritis if not treated. Stretched Muscles in the back, stiffness, pinching pain which makes it difficult to move, sit or stand along with pain in the area around the lower back are some of the symptoms one should look out for. In case, you are experiencing these symptoms, please don't ignore and get yourself examined by a Spine Specialist.

Ignoring back pain can cost you

LowerBackPain‬ has increasing become a problem affecting people from all age groups. Generally, an outcome of bad ‪‎lifestyle‬, this problem if continues over a period of time can take the form of ‪‎Spinal Arthritis‬. In fact, prolonged lower ‪backpain‬ isn't just an indication of ‪‎arthritis‬ but can also be a sign of problem related to kidney. So, if you are facing ‪backache‬ for long, please don't ignore and visit a specialist today.

Understanding spinal problem called Spondylolisthesis

Spondylolisthesis is a condition where a bone in the spine slips forward from its actual position and falls over the bone/vertebra below it. This problem is generally found in the lower back area leading to weakening of ligaments and joints, which play a major role in keeping the spinal cord aligned. In rare cases, this can also cause compression of nerve roots. The most primary symptom to identify Spondylolisthesis is back pain along with numbness or weakness felt in one or both the legs. 

Symptoms, Diagnosis and Treatment of Spinal Stenosis

Lower Back Pain along with pain or pinching sensation in the legs are the primary symptoms of Spinal Stenosis. In addition to this, unusual leg symptoms like numbness or tingling sensation in the legs are also signs of  this disease. If you notice any of these symptoms, don’t delay consulting a doctor. The doctor may suggest getting an MRI or a CT scan in order to diagnose the problem. Further, with few changes in posture along with the regular course of

anti-inflammatory medicine, this problem can be treated. But, if the earlier mentioned treatments fail; surgery is a viable option.