Back Pain Information, Causes, and TreatmentBack Pain Information, Causes, and TreatmentConsidering the fact that the majority or between 70 and 90 percent of the population will experience some sort of back pain at one time or another, knowledge about back pain relief is certainly welcome, appreciated and a popular topic. One of the be Articles
An Improved Process
2007-09-05 06:02:00 With greater specialization in back surgery and the ongoing development of techniques, success rates have improved and there has been a reduction in post-surgery difficulties. Recovery times, especially given the growth in outpatient procedures and rehabilitation strategies, have been significantly reduced. Surgeries that once were regarded as things we needed months to fully recover from are More About: Process , Prove
Creating Additional Space
2007-06-30 06:01:00 The purpose of this form of surgery is quite simple: by opening up more room for the vertebrae pressure is taken off the affected nerve(s). Most often this is done for patients with spinal stenosis. In this condition the spinal canal has become too narrow, with the result being a lack of suitable space for the spinal cord and nerves that causes pain in the back and weakness of the legs. In More About: Space , Creating
Spine Stabilization
2007-06-30 05:56:00 In this form of back surgery two vertebrae are joined together in a process called spinal fusion. It is accomplished by putting bone grafts either between or alongside the vertebrae. Hollow metal cages filled with bone graft can also be inserted between the vertebrae. The bones may be attached to the vertebrae with metal plates or screws that serve as a brace. Once the grafts are in place the More About: Spine
Disc Surgery
2007-06-26 15:43:00 There are general standards that must be met before one can be a candidate for disc surgery, a procedure that is usually done when a disc is herniated (protrudes from its normal spot) and causing severe discomfort. An MIR or CT scan reveals that a disc is pressing against the root of a nerve.Persistent pain is experienced despite the use of more conservative measures, such as weight loss, More About: Surgery , Disc , Urge
Surgical Treatments
2007-06-20 06:46:00 The good news about surgical treatments for back pain is two fold: Less than 1 percent of those who suffer from back pain ever need it. Medical advances have made back surgery easier to tolerate and recover from, with more optimistic prospects for recovery than ever before.At present, many experts agree that more back surgery than was medically necessary was performed in the past, with too many More About: Treatments
Water Therapy
2007-06-16 07:17:00 Several types of water therapies exist and can be broken down into two very different groups: water exercise therapy and hydrotherapy. Water exercise therapy should be done only by a qualified physical therapist, while hydrotherapy may be done by a therapist but can also be done at home to relieve backaches. Water exercise therapy has many benefits. The buoyancy of water supports the patient’s More About: Therapy , Thera
Massage Therapy
2007-06-12 07:15:00 Massage therapy breaks down scar tissue and releases muscles from spasms. It is becoming increasingly more recognized as a form of medical treatment; a study by the American Massage Thera py Association found that 54% of healthcare providers encourage massage therapy, along with other types of therapy for back pain. Studies have shown that massage therapy is more effective than both chiropractic More About: Massage
Physical Therapy
2007-06-09 05:50:00 Physical therapy uses different techniques, such as ultrasound, electrical stimulation, cryotherapy, massage, exercise, and heat in order to relieve muscle spasms, increase flexibility, strengthen muscles, relieve pain, and accelerate the healing process. A study in The New England Journal of Medicine found that the effectiveness of physical therapy for low back pain was about the same as that of More About: Physical , Therapy , Physical Therapy , Thera
Acupuncture
2007-06-06 10:21:00 Acupuncture is an ancient form of Chinese medicine that has been around for more than 2500 years and is becoming an increasingly popular treatment for back pain. According to the theory of acupuncture, energy—called chi or qi—flows through the body along pathways called meridians. If the flow of chi is interrupted, pain or illness can occur. When that happens, very thin needles can be inserted More About: Acupuncture
Chiropractic Therapy
2007-05-28 11:39:00 One of the most common physical treatments for back pain is chiropractic therapy, which is the manipulation of the spine. The purpose is to realign the spine, increase the range of motion in the muscles of the back, increase the flexibility of spinal soft tissue, break down scar tissue, and reduce pressure that occurs from restricted and misaligned spinal joints, all of which help to relieve More About: Therapy , Chiropractic , Thera
Physical Treatments
2007-05-24 07:42:00 Unless back pain is due to an infection, malformation of the back, or tumor, your pain can probably be alleviated by some type of physical treatment. All physical treatments are more effective when done in combination with other treatments. It is best if you can get a referral from your doctor for physical treatment, and many insurance companies require you to do so before they will pay for More About: Treatments , Physical
Homeopathy
2007-05-22 06:47:00 Homeopathy is a practice of medicine that has been around for about 200 years. It is based upon what is called the Law of Similars and works on the same principle as do immunizations: give someone a small dose of what would make them sick to cure their sickness. Treatments have been proven in clinical trials, and are prepared by a homeopathic pharmacy under FDA guidelines. Researchers don’t More About: Homeopathy , Path
Herbs
2007-05-21 07:21:00 Herbal supplements can be found in capsule or powder form, or as teas. If you are making your own herbal tea, use 1 tsp. of herb per cup of hot water. Cover mixture and steep for 5-10 minutes, or 10-20 if you are using roots. You can safely drink 3-6 cups of tea daily. Muscle Relaxants KAVA KAVA: Recognized by some doctors as a safe alternative to Xanax and Valium.BLACK HAW: relieves muscle More About: Herbs
Vitamins and Minerals
2007-05-11 11:02:00 VITAMIN E-400 IU daily; anti-inflammatoryVITAMIN C-250-500mg twice dailyZINC-30 mg twice daily; anti-inflammatoryCALCIUM-600mg daily; strengthens bonesBORON: 1-3 mg daily with food; helps the body absorb calcium and magnesiumMAGNESIUM- 250 mg daily; strengthens bones and relaxes musclesCOPPER: 2 mg dailyGLUCOSAMINE SULFATE: 500 mg. three times daily. Can rebuild cartilage in joints and has been More About: Vitamins , Minerals , Mineral
Natural Supplement Treatment
2007-05-09 07:02:00 There are a number of different ways you can treat your back pain naturally: vitamins, minerals, herbs, nutrition, and homeopathy medicine. Some will help heal your back pain and others are dangerous, so it’s best to consult with a physician or nurse practitioner before taking anything and never, ever exceed recommended dosages. The FDA has no control over natural supplements, so it does not More About: Natural , Treatment , Supplement , Ural
Treatment Overview
2007-05-08 09:27:00 The main relief treatment for chronic low back pain is conservative intervention. In other words, jumping into surgery is not advised because many people suffer no back pain yet have degenerative change or aging issues going on in the back region. And other treatment options may offer relief instead. And according to studies, there is no evidence that points to delayed surgery resulting in More About: Treatment , Overview
Where To Go for Pain Relief?
2007-05-07 11:59:00 Where to go for a diagnosis about back pain can include your family doctor, the emergency room, an orthopedic surgeon, a naturopathic specialist, a rheumatologist , an occupational therapist, a physiotherapist, a chiropractor, an acupuncturist, a massage therapist, an osteopath and a chronic pain heath care provider. And here is a brief overview of each. FAMILY DOCTOR – This is a popular More About: Pain , Pain relief , Relief
Method of Back Pain Diagnosis
2007-05-03 07:35:00 In order to diagnose back pain for relief treatments, generally health care professional begin by ordering a medical history and physical examination. A look at each of these in depth can shed some light into what to look for and how to find relief from pain. Then we’ll look at specific diagnostic tests. And then where to go for the diagnosis and testing follows. No matter whether the patient More About: Pain , Back , Back Pain , Diagnosis , Method
Back Pain : Causes and Symptoms
2007-04-25 07:01:00 Most references to back pain focus on lower back pain in the lumbar spinal region. However, back pain causes in no particular order are: A. Accidents or injuries leaving muscle pain B. Osteoarthritis with deteriorating cartilage C. Osteoporosis with bone loss / fracture D. Fibromyalgia E. Major conditions like cancer Muscle, ligament and tendon problems are generally at the root More About: Pain , Back , Back Pain , Symptoms
Back Pain: Types and Terms
2007-04-24 06:59:00 To learn more about specific types of back pain, it helps to identify the “type” of pain present, similar to a doctor visit when asked, “Is it a stabbing pain or dull ache?” These are helpful healthcare term associated with back pain ACUTE – Most back pain sufferers fall into this category. With acute low back pain, certain movement ranges for activities may be limited due to pain. But most More About: Pain , Terms , Back , Back Pain , Types
Back Pain: Facts and Myths
2007-04-20 12:24:00 Let’s begin by learning some facts in order to separate truth from myth with regards to back pain. First of all, under one percent of acute lower back pain is the result of a serious infection or condition like cancer or a spinal injury. For those under 50, the rate is even lower. Back pain is the number one disability for those under age 45. And it runs second, after the common cold, as the top More About: Facts , Pain , Myths , Back Pain |
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