The Knowledge Board:
Back Pain
The symptoms are an ache or pain on the back. Back pain usually clears up fairly fast but it is recommended to get medical advice as with any medical condition.
If the following symptoms occur alongside back pain it is advisable to see the GP as soon as possible; weight loss and fever, swelling or inflammation on the back, pain in the chest or at the top of the back, pain in the legs, a recent injury to the back, inability to pass urine.
Strained or pulled muscles as well as muscle imbalances are usually associated with the cause of back pain. Back pain will continue as long as these imbalances continue as pressure builds up along the spine.
The mobile areas of the spine, i.e. the facet joints which have synovial membranes suddenly become trapped or pinched this produces inflammation in the membrane creating more pressure and pain. The synovial membranes, in fact, works as cushions for the spine. Symptoms can include muscle spasms, pain when walking or pain going down a leg. Bending forward should, however, alleviate pain. If the pain goes on longer than 3 months or if there is a possibility of sciatica a more definitive diagnosis will be needed.
For people under 50 back pain could be degenerative disc disease or herniation. For people over 50 back pain could be osteoarthritis, fractures of infection. Stress, depression and repressed anger can also contribute to back pain.
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