This infographic titled ‘Types of Back Pain That You Should Not Ignore’ explains the different types of back pain, their symptoms, and common treatment. Lower back pain is a very common condition. In fact, most of us have suffered some type of back pain at one point or another. But most back pain goes away with simple measures and some rest. If the pain does not go away, back pain may be the only option to treat the underlying problem and reduce the pain.
There are usually four ways back pain appears in the body:
- Dull, aching pain.
- Muscle spasms and tightening in the lower back.
- Stinging, burning pain that moves from the lower back to the back of the thighs.
- Pain that worsens after prolonged sitting or standing.
If you are experiencing any of these, you know you have back pain.
Symptoms and treatments of lower back pain:
The treatment will depend on the type of pain, and its duration. There are four types of pain:
- Acute pain: This type of pain lasts a few days or weeks and can usually be treated with physical therapy. A therapist will correct your posture and help to correct the alignment by simple physical manipulation.
- Subacute low back pain: This type of pain can last anywhere between six weeks to three months. When pain seems to be lasting for six weeks or beyond, you should visit an orthopedic specialist. Such pain may require a minimally invasive procedure.
- Chronic back pain: Pain will last more than three months indicates a deeper problem where surgery may be the recommended option. It could range from a minimally invasive procedure to operative surgery.
For more information, please check the infographic below.
