Back Pain
There are 12 vertebrae in the back region. In addition, the ribs combine with the vertebrae to form our rib cage. Pain develops in this back region with limited mobility due to various reasons.
Who Can Have Back Pain?
- Those who do a desk job for a long time,
- Butchers, clerks, drivers,textile workers;
- People who have joint rheumatism,
- Back pain is more common for middle-aged and elderly people with osteoporosis than in other groups.
Causes of Back Pain
- Posture disorders and hunchback (kyphosis)
- Wrong sitting position (mostly slouched down)
- Staying in the same position by bending over (Phone, tablet computer games, etc. activities)
- Reflection of internal organ pain to the back area (Kidney or gallbladder or heart)
- Reflection of a disorder that may occur in the neck region to the back region,
- Joint inflammations,
- Fibromyalgia in the back muscles
- Spine compression fractures due to osteoporosis are other factors that can cause back pain.
How to Diagnose Back Pain?
Diagnosis is made by symptoms and physical examination. X-rays, computed tomography (CT scan), or magnetic resonance (MRI) may be recommended to provide more accurate information for suspected disc problems.
Treatment Methods For Back Pain
Medication: Painkillers may be sufficient for people with mild to moderate symptoms.
Applying hot or cold for the back: Within 48 hours following the onset of symptoms; You can apply a cold water bag (or ice pack) to your back for 5-10 minutes each time. For symptoms lasting longer than 48 hours, you can try applying a hot water bag or a warm water bath to relieve pain.
Physical Therapy: Electrotherapy, exercise mobilizations, kinesiotape applications can be performed by a physical therapist.