What is back pain?
Back pain is amongst the most common causes of worry in adults as well as teenagers. It can be uncomfortable and hamper daily activities. It can result from sitting long hours, bad posture, lifting heavy weights without precaution or injury. Also, age is an important factor. Back pain sets in with age due to weakening of the back or degenerative disks. Back pain can itself be a problem or a symptom of some other ailment. Identifying the cause of the pain is the key to treating it.
What causes back pain?
The causes of back pain are many. The back is made up of tendons, ligaments, muscles and bones. They work together to support our body and help us move around. An issue with any of these can result in back pain. The most common causes of back pain that have been recognized by experts are-
Strain
The strain on the back or any of its component can be a result of lifting a heavy load without precaution or making an abrupt or an awkward movement. It can be due to-
Stretched muscles or strained ligaments.
Muscle spasm or tension
Injured or degenerated disks
Injury
Structural problems
Ruptured or bulging disks.
Our spine is made of interlocked vertebrae with disks, which are areas of tissue acting as cushions. These disks can swell, injure or herniate and even rupture with age, or injury. This can compress the surrounding nerves and cause back pain.
Sciatica
This is caused by a herniated disk or bulging disk pressing on. The lower back pain can be accompanied by a sharp pain that travels through the buttock down the back of the leg.
Arthritis
Osteoarthritis is a primary reason for pain in the lower back in the elderly
Abnormal spine curvature
An abnormal curvature of the spine can often cause back pain. It can be a result of sitting stooped for a long time and incorrect posture, among other reasons.
Osteoporosis
The vertebrae of the spine deteriorate with age. This leads to osteoporosis. This is one of the causes of back pain.
Kidney problems
Kidney stones or an infection can also result in back pain.
Posture and sudden movements
A poor posture or sudden abrupt movements like twisting, coughing, sneezing, and over-stretching can often result in back pain. Additionally, bending awkwardly, carrying something improperly, straining the neck forward, sitting in the same position without support for a long time, and sleeping in an improper manner can also be a cause for your back pain.
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