Any kind of physical discomfort felt in the back, be it the vertebral column or the muscles around it, is termed back pain. It is the most common reason for people to seek help from Back Pain Doctors/specialist . It can occur in any age group and the causes depend upon the age at presentation. It may vary from muscle spasms and cramps to problems related to the vertebral column and spinal cord enclosed within. Back pain may affect the upper as well as the lower back.
Signs and Symptoms
Back pain can range from a muscle aching to a shooting, burning or stabbing sensation. Also, the pain can radiate down a leg. Bending, twisting, lifting, standing or walking can make it worse. One needs to consult a specialist if any of the following symptoms occur along with back pain.
- Fever
- Weight loss
- Inflammation or swelling in the back
- Persistent pain. It does not go away even after sufficient rest
- Pain in the legs
- Loss of bladder or bowel control
Causes of Back Pain
Back pain can occur due to multiple causes, the most common are-
Injury– injuries to the back can occur due to weight lifting, sudden jerky movements, bending and twisting while engaging in sports activities.
Arthritis– commonly seen in the elderly population, this leads to back pain and restriction in all movements of the back with diffuse and dull pain experienced in the back.
Abnormal curvature of the spine– conditions like scoliosis, kyphosis or lordosis due to obesity frequently cause back pain.
Bad posture– jobs involving prolonged sitting in chairs or desk work lead to the abnormal position of the back and stiffness in muscles in the back leading to pain and discomfort.
Osteoporosis– age-related weakening of the bones of the spine and consequent fractures are very common causes of back pain in the elderly population.
Treatment
We are the Trusted clinic know for best back pain doctors/specialists in Chandigarh. At Pain Medics, the cornerstone to diagnosing and treating back pain is a detailed history and clinical examination. A few simple tests further confirm it and some patients may require additional radiological examination such as an X-ray or an MRI of the lumbar spine. Depending upon the cause established, back pain may respond to physical therapy or painkillers and muscle relaxants followed by strengthening of the back muscles. In the case of arthritis involving the vertebrae, this response to injections is given in the joints of the vertebrae and nerve blocks around the same.
Osteoporosis is diagnosed by DEXA scan and treated with medicines that help in bone formation and strengthening. Some patients, who get fractures in the spine respond well to procedures like Vertebroplasty and Kyphoplasty.
Problems associated with intervertebral discs leading to leg pain along with back pain need epidural injections to treat nerve-related pain. Young patients who have back and leg pain due to problems involving the disc respond very well to intradiscal treatments like ozone injection, and PRP into the disc. Big bulges of the discs may need endoscopic removal of the herniated disc leading to relief in symptoms.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
From where does back pain occur?
Back pain can occur from your lower back or upper back and the source may be the bones or muscles around the back..
Who are the Trusted Back Pain Specialists in Chandigarh?
Pain Medics is one of the most Trusted Back Pain Specialists in Chandigarh that has the best pharma professionals.
What is the cost of Back Pain Treatment in Tricity (Chandigarh, Mohali, and Panchkula) ?
The cost of such treatment depends upon the cause of pain and the structures responsible for it. Depending upon this a non-surgical treatment plan and the involved cost are discussed with the patient and family members. Treatment costs for interventions related to spine-related problems start from Rs 20,000 – 25,000. You can contact Pain Medics, the trusted back pain specialist in Tricity (Chandigarh, Mohali, and Panchkula).