Why back pain occurs?

Our spinal column is a complex and intricate structure of bones, ligaments, tendons and disks. Back pain or discomfort may occur when any of these segments or part of our spinal column suffers from a problem. However, in certain cases the cause of back pain is never found. The known and common causes of back pain include:

  • Spinal strain and spasms– Includes strain on the ligaments and muscles that may occur due to lifting something improperly or too heavy
  • Ruptured or bulging discs – This puts pressure on the nerve resulting in pain
  • Arthritis
  • Sciatica nerve pain
  • Abnormal curvature of the spine
  • Osteoporosis
  • Abnormal spine curvature
The Woodlands Back Pain Treatment

Back pain treatment options

  • Physical therapy – Physical therapy includes exercises that include stretching and core strengthening exercises that help in building the strength of the spinal column, manual techniques, behavioral techniques and electrotherapy
  • At-home back pain management – This option includes over-the-counter medications, exercise program and heat and ice therapy
  • Alternative back pain treatment – This option includes chiropractic manipulation, acupuncture, braces and osteopathy
  • Spinal curvature disorder surgery – This includes spinal fusion and vertebroplasty and kyphoplasty

 Recovering from back pain

Apart from all the above mentioned options, there are certain guidelines that a patient needs to follow on his own so that he can deal and recover from his condition. These guidelines include:

  • Control and manage your anxiety about back pain
  • Eat properly and take a healthy diet so that your back heals in the best possible manner
  • Get rid of harmful habits like smoking so that your oxygen flow in the back is improved
  • Sleep well and adequately – It supports your healing process
  • Control the use of medication for your back pain
  • Develop a proper exercise program and follow it well
  • Take help from a professional physical therapist for your back pain

If you are looking for the best spinal medical care and back doctors in “The Woodlands” then we are your ultimate destination.

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