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Back Pain - First Aid and Emergency Treatment Guide

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     What is Back Pain?
     Causes
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   First aid
   Treatment
   Prevention

What is Back Pain?

Short-term, acute pain in the back
Indicates that body is under stress

Causes

Problems in:

Bones and ligaments of spine
Muscles and nerves of the Back

Back pain triggered by

Poor posture
Inappropriate footwear
Incorrect walking habits
Strained muscles
Prolonged sitting
Sleeping on soft mattresses
Kidney, bladder, or prostate disorders
Pregnancy
Constipation
Stress

First aid for back pain

Rest in a comfortable position.
Apply ice pack to affected area
Painkillers or relaxants may be used
Avoid strenuous exercise
Avoid pillows
Avoid sleeping on soft mattress

Treatment

Anti-inflammatory drugs
Massage with hot/ cold packs
Traction
Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulator
(TENS)
Regular simple exercises
Consult an Orthopedician if:
a. Pain persists
b. Difficulty in passing urine
c. Numbness or pain in legs or toes

Prevention

Maintain good posture
Do not smoke
Avoid overstretching body
Reduce stress/ strain
Take breaks during work
Sit straight with lower back support
Use comfortable low-heeled shoes
Do stretching exercises

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Member Comments ( 1 )

I had a terrible fall before the past two years when I slipped and fell sitting on the ground and the pain has still not gone. Please think of a way for the prevention of this pain .I have seeked many doctors but the pain still had not gone.
(Posted by akeel100, United Arab Emirates Date : 7/15/2010 )