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Back
pain
When you feel pain, it is really a reaction to signals
transmitted throughout your body. These signals are sent from
the pain source such as a sore back, through the nerves in the
spinal cord, and up to the brain, where they are perceived as
pain. Back pain symptoms can range in intensity from mild to
severe.
Causes
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Most of the weight and stress of your body, the pain generally
comes from the strained muscles and ligaments caused due to
heavy lifting or an awkward body movement.
Symptoms
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Back pain causes include accidents, muscle strains, and sports
injuries.
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Sharp, localized pain in the neck, upper back, or lower back
especially after lifting heavy objects or engaging in other
strenuous activity.
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Chronic ache in the middle or lower back, especially after
sitting or standing for extended periods.
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Back pain that radiates from the low back to the buttock, down
the back of the thigh, and into the calf and toes.
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Inability to stand straight without having severe muscle
spasms in the low back.
Diagnosis
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X-rays Are Painless, non-invasive imaging process that
utilizes photographic film to absorb electromagnetic
radiation.
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CAT scan (computed axial tomography scan) is an another
painless imaging technique that utilizes a computer to produce
detailed three-dimensional images of a body.
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Bone Scan is a test procedure that involves intravenously
injecting a small quantity of a radiographic marker into the
patient, and then running a scanner.
Remedies
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Apply a hot
or cold compress using a hot water bottle or an ice pack.
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A hot water
bath helps to reduce back pain
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Sit in a
warm tub for a 20 minutes Relives back pain.
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Simple
stretching exercises are also useful, both when
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Try to relax
and get enough rest to avoid physical strain on your back.
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If possible,
get a massage bag and massage for 15 to 20 minutes.
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Another
excellent oil is mustard oil in which a 2 or 3 fried garlic
can be added and used for massaging.
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Yoga is a
best medicine for treatment of back pain.
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