Lower back or the lumbar spine, is a structure of interconnecting bones, joints, nerves, ligaments & muscles which all work together to provide support, strength & flexibility. However, this complex structure also leaves the lower back susceptible to injury and pain.

Lower back pain usually develops due to overuse or a minor injury, but sometimes there may be no obvious cause. Lower back pain can also be a symptom of an underlying medical condition.

It can appear suddenly or gradually and can range from a dull ache to intense, sharp pain. In some people, the pain may be chronic.

Causes

• Muscle Strain and Ligament Sprain
• Cauda equina syndrome
• Lumbar herniated disc
• Facet joint dysfunction
• Spondylolisthesis
• Osteoarthritis
• Degenerative disc disease
• Sciatica
• Spinal stenosis
• Sacroiliac joint dysfunction
• Injuries
• Infections
• Scoliosis
• Deformity
• Autoimmune disease
• Compression fracture
• Trauma
• Tumor

Other possible causes of lower back pain may include:

• Endometriosis
• Kidney stones
• Pregnancy
• Abdominal aortic aneurysm
• Fibromyalgia

Symptoms

People with lower back pain should seek immediate medical attention if they also have any of the following symptoms:

• Difficulty walking or moving the legs
• Recent weight loss not due to lifestyle changes, such as diet and exercise
• Loss of bowel or bladder function
• Fever and chills
• Loss of sensation in the legs
• Severe, unrelenting pain in the abdomen
• Muscle spasms and tightness in the low back, pelvis, and hips
• Pain that travels to the buttocks, legs, and feet
• Difficulty standing up straight, walking, or going from standing to sitting

Physical therapy at SOS PHYSIO Rehab

Physical therapist at SOS PHYSIO Rehab is best in providing lower back treatment and pain relief management can help prescribe the right treatment program for your back pain.

There are many physical therapy treatments such as Manual therapy & Active Release Techniques (ART) are found to be very effective in treating this type of disorder.
For more information- Contact your local SOS PHYSIO clinic.

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