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Dolor de espalda

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Dolor de espalda

Back pain is a very common problem that affects both males and females. It is a pain that is felt in the muscles, nerves, bones or joints of the lower back region. Back pain can be sudden onset or chronic. In some cases, the pain originating in the lower back radiates to other parts

Síntomas

Most people experience back pain at some point of their lives. However, back pain may be considered chronic if the symptoms persist for more than 3 months.

  • Initial symptoms include tingling, weakness or numbness in the lower back
  • Muscle aches
  • Severe shooting pain
  • Body fatigue
  • Inability to stand erect
  • Limited mobility or pain during movement

Causas

The causes of back pain vary with the individual. General causes include:

  • Initial symptoms include tingling, weakness or numbness in the lower back
  • Muscle or ligament injuries
  • Sedentary lifestyle
  • Spinal degeneration
  • Arthritis
  • Spondylitis
  • Fibromyalgia

Tratamiento

Treatment is prescribed after a thorough physical examination by the doctor in order to identify the underlying condition. To achieve an effective treatment of back pain, a history of the patient’s injuries, prior diseases as well as lifestyle habits have to be taken into account. The duration of the treatment also varies. Back pain is attributed to Vata imbalance of the body and treatments are mainly aimed to rectify that and harmonize the elements of the body. Treatments for back pain include

  • Pizhichil
  • Vasti
  • Njavarakizhi
  • Dhanyamaladhara
  • Shodhana
  • For the best possible results, dietary prescriptions need to be followed