Awkwardly turned or made a sharp movement - and the lower back seems to be pierced by an arrow. In the people it is called backache, in medicine - lumbago.

" More often than other lumbago occurs in summer residents. Long stay in one position, lifting weights, sharp bends - all these factors provoke an attack..

A backache is always accompanied by burning or arching pain in the lower back, which can radiate to the chest, abdomen and buttocks and is especially aggravated by sneezing and coughing..

Usually after half an hour it calms down and becomes tolerable, and the stiffness of movements gradually disappears.. By the end of the third day, only sad memories remain about lumbago. In rare cases, the pain is delayed for 5-8 days. However, if you dismiss the first attack and do not take action, the second and third will not keep you waiting..

Complete rest For a long time it was believed that the provocateurs of the disease are toxins, viruses and infections that cause muscle inflammation.. Currently, doctors are absolutely sure that the cause of the lumbago is one or another disease of the spine, most often lumbar osteochondrosis.. Because of it, the intervertebral discs are deformed and can be displaced. If this happens, the same “lumbago” occurs - a muscle spasm that blocks the movement of the injured area in order to avoid even more damage.. We perceive this as an attack of pain - but in fact the body provides itself with an "

At this moment, complete rest is important. As soon as the pain subsides a little and you can move, lie on your back on a hard surface, put a roller under your knees. It is useful to use a needle applicator, it increases blood circulation in the muscles of the back and quickly relieves pain.

And after the attack has passed, do not postpone a consultation with a vertebrologist or neurologist! It will help to exclude the inflammatory process or the development of a vertebral tumor.. The diagnostic complex includes a general blood test to detect an inflammatory process, an X-ray examination that allows you to assess the condition of the spine, in extreme cases, magnetic resonance imaging will be required.

Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs in the form of ointments and injections are used to treat lumbago..

They reduce pain, relieve inflammation and muscle spasm.. After an attack, according to the scheme, they take B vitamins for several days to speed up the regeneration of damaged nerve fibers. With strong, long-lasting pain, a "

A good analgesic effect is given by hirudotherapy - treatment with leeches. Already after the first session, blood flow improves, oxygen and nutrients are delivered to the inflammation site. Reflexology and acupuncture effectively relieve lumbago.

The next stage in the treatment of lumbago is restorative therapy aimed at improving the spine. During this period, physiotherapy, as well as physiotherapy exercises, are especially effective..

To be in shape To protect yourself from lumbago, it is important to keep the spine in good shape. It largely depends on our lifestyle and diet.. It is important to watch your weight and wear comfortable, true-to-size shoes..

We spend most of our time sitting. Make sure your back is not tense.. It is best to watch TV in a reclining state with a pillow under your back.. If you are going to travel by car, do not forget to stop every hour, and preferably after forty-five minutes.. Take a walk on the side of the road, do some simple exercises for the back and legs to restore blood flow..

Elena Vladimirskaya nedug. en.