What is a Back Pain?
Back pain is a very common complaint. Approximately 75 to 80 percent of all American’s will experience some form of back pain during their life time. Back pain can be annoying and possibly dangerous if not treated properly.
According to the NHS (National Health Service), UK, back pain is the largest cause of work-related absence in the United Kingdom. Although back pain may be painful and uncomfortable, it is not usually serious.

Symptoms of a Back Pain

The main symptom of back pain is, as the name suggests, an ache or pain anywhere on the back, and sometimes all the way down to the buttocks and legs. If any of the following signs or symptoms accompanies a back pain you should see your doctor:

        •     Weight loss that is unexplained.

        •     Inflammation (swelling) on the back.

        •     Worsening pain at night.

        •     Pain in the limbs.

        •     Fever.

        •     Difficulty urinating - passing urine is hard.

        •     Pain down the legs.

Causes of back pain: The most frequently causes of our back pain are:

• Heavy physical work or an accident
• Frequent bending, twisting, lifting
• Pulling and pushing
• Repetitive work
• Static postures
•  Vibrations

Tips for preventing back strain

• Don't lift by bending over. Lift an object by bending your knees and squatting to pick up the object. Keep your back straight and hold the object close to your body. Avoid twisting your body while lifting.

• Push rather than pull when you must move heavy objects.

• If you sit at your desk or at the wheel of a car or truck for long hours, break up the time with stops to stretch.

• Wear flat shoes or shoes with low heels (1 inch or lower).

• Sit on chairs with straight backs or low-back support. Keep your knees a little higher than your hips. Adjust the seat or use a low stool to prop your feet on. Turn by moving your whole body rather than by twisting at your waist. 

Treatment depends on the underlying cause of the discomfort or pain. Back pain remedies may include heat and ice therapy, pain relievers, muscle relaxers and anti-inflammatory medications. Severe cases may require surgery as well. If you will see any severe case of back pain you can make a call at (281) 542 3998 and take good advice from the broad certified physicians of AOK Emergency Room.