One of the most frequent excuses for people to give up on things they love is back pain. They may not be able to find out why their back is hurting when they go to the movies, play with their kids or even go for a walk. It may be due to poor posture or more complex, such as disc degeneration, muscle strain or nerve compression.
One problem with back pain is that it doesn't remain a back problem. If untreated it typically causes the muscles that surround the area to become stiff, causes further postural changes, and in some instances spreads into the legs. It's typically there people begin to search for true solutions and not more pain relievers.
If you're looking for back pain treatment in Pune, the more useful question isn't just "how do I stop the pain," but "what's actually causing it", since a strained muscle, a degenerating disc, and nerve compression all need quite different treatment approaches to actually resolve.
Symptoms of Back Pain
Back pain manifests according to the cause, and typical signs are:
- An ache or a sharp pain with specific movements
- Rigidity, particularly in the morning or when seated for prolonged periods of time
- Increased pain when bending, lifting or twisting.
- Lower and/or upper back muscle spasms.
- If a nerve is involved, a "radiating pain" may occur into the buttock or leg.
- Some flexibility is lost, standing upright is difficult after sitting
If the pain has been present for a couple weeks, or it's spreading down your leg, then it's important to get evaluated properly and not rest and hope that it goes away.
Most common causes and risk factors
There are many possible causes of back pain and in Ayurveda, the majority of back pain is associated with the aggravation of Vata dosha in the supporting tissues of the spine. Common causes and risk factors are:
- Time spent sitting at a desk or glued to a cell phone, poor sitting posture, etc.
- Lifting wrong or sudden movement, causing muscle strain,
- Wear and tear of the cushioning discs (disc degeneration) in the spine as a result of ageing.
- Sedentary lifestyle, poor strength of core and back muscles provides less support to the spine.
- Excess weight puts a constant strain on the lower back, causing obesity.
- A strain or accident that never healed, which happened previously
- Strenuous jobs, jobs with heavy lifting or extended sitting,
Prevention of Back Pain
There are consistent habits that most of the time prevent or at least control back pain:
- Sit and stand up straight
- Improve core strength, stronger abdominal and back muscles will take the strain off spine.
- Lift properly – bend the knees, not the back!
- Get moving, don't sit for long periods of time.
- Keep a stable weight, to lessen constant loading in the lower back area.
- If you notice stiffness from the beginning, treat it at the beginning, it won't be a chronic condition.
About Dr. Rajeev Keloth Nambiar
When patients visit the doctor for back pain treatment in Pune, they have tried pain killers, heat pads, or a few exercises with a physiotherapist but the pain has come back within weeks. Dr. Rajeev Keloth Nambiar MD, BAMS (Dr. Nambiar's Advanced Ayurveda) begins by determining the root cause of the pain, which could be muscular strain, disc-related or nerve compression, as treating all back pain in a similar way is seldom effective.
Treatment involves therapies that nourish spinal tissue, help decrease inflammation and relieve tension in the muscles, as well as posture and lifestyle correction to prevent recurrence. Dr. Nambiar has been working for 26 years treating spine-related issues, and has assisted numerous individuals in transitioning from chronic and recurring back pain to a life that is truly pain free.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's):
If it doesn't go away in a few weeks, spreads up or down your leg or is accompanied by numbness, have it checked out instead of ignoring it.
Not usually. Rest is usually worse than gentle movement, which will generally help.
Yes, there are many patients who will actually experience significant pain and mobility improvement when addressing the underlying inflammation and tissue nourishment.
It depends on the cause, but many patients notice improvement within a few weeks of starting a proper treatment plan.