Patients of different age groups have to deal with unpleasant back pain. As a general rule, discomfort in the body is a manifestation of serious diseases or the result of severe muscle tension. In most cases, the pathology occurs due to structural changes in the joints of the vertebral body, soft tissues or nerve endings. The symptom of pain is also the result of improper functioning of internal organs.
Etiology of back pain
The localization of pain in the back part of the body makes it possible to determine the nature of the violation in the work of the body. If the affected bone tissue and intervertebral hernia develop, as well as damage to the abdominal organs, an unpleasant sensation occurs in the lower part. If you experience back pain in the upper zone, this is a sign of aortic diseases, inflammatory processes in the respiratory organs, and the development of chest tumors. Unpleasant sensations appearing on the entire surface of the back, which are accompanied by fever, nausea, and indigestion, require immediate medical attention, as they indicate serious health problems.
The main causes of back pain are related to the following diseases:
- osteomyelitis affecting the bone marrow;
- oncological neoplasms;
- occurrence of hernias in intervertebral hernias;
- scoliosis;
- cartilage damage;
- fibromyalgia.
Back pain is often not related to changes in the structure of the spine. In this case, pelvic bleeding or compression of the nerve endings of the sternum can be observed. Discomfort between the shoulder blades can be associated with peptic ulcers or arthritis. Pain that radiates to both sides at the same time is the first sign of appendicitis. Unpleasant sensations may occur with prolonged exposure to low temperatures, repeated lifting of heavy objects, strong coughing or uncomfortable posture. Back pain often occurs after bone fractures, regardless of their location.
Characteristics of back pain treatment
In case of unbearable pain, patients receive first aid. To do this, you can put a cold compress on the problem area, take painkillers and exclude physical activity. Today, chondroprotectors are actively used in the treatment of back pain. Their injectable form guarantees the maximum bioavailability of the drug and the speed of its effect, which stops the destruction of cartilage tissue and relieves inflammation. The treatment process may include:
- warming ointments;
- drugs that eliminate tissue spasms;
- physiotherapy procedures;
- therapeutic massages;
- acupuncture.
If necessary, a special corset is prescribed, which reduces the load on the lower back and spine. In some cases, surgical interventions are performed, which involve the installation of intervertebral prostheses.