Possible causes
Causes: muscle spasms, facet syndrome, herniated and protruded discs, canal stenosis, postural disorders. It is important to distinguish mechanical pain from neurological manifestations.
Symptoms
Lower back pain
Lower back pain can occur after heavy lifting, prolonged sitting, or for no apparent reason. Sometimes it feels like your back is stuck or your lower back is pulling with every movement. The pain may radiate to the buttock or leg, which requires careful analysis of the symptoms.
When to see a doctor
Contact us if pain lasts for more than 2 weeks, radiates to the leg, numbness, muscle weakness, if you cannot straighten up or if the pain is not relieved by usual measures.
What to bring to the consultation
MRI/CT of the lumbar region, extracts, list of medications, brief description of when the pain began and what intensifies it.
Frequently asked questions
Answers to the questions we are asked most often
Lower back pain: what to do?
Avoid sudden bending and heavy lifting. If the pain is severe or does not go away for several days, make an appointment with a pain specialist.
Shot in the back: is it serious?
Acute lumbago in the lower back is often associated with muscle spasm or nerve irritation. If there is numbness, weakness in the leg or problems with urination, urgent help is needed.
My back is stuck: how to straighten up?
Do not make sudden movements. Lie softly on your back with your knees bent. If you cannot straighten up from your back or the pain increases, consult a doctor within the next few hours.
I can’t straighten up because of my back: what is this?
More often muscle spasm or acute exacerbation of lumbar syndrome. During the consultation, we will clarify the cause and treatment tactics.
Tightening in the lower back: why?
Muscle tension, overload, prolonged sitting. If it’s constantly dragging, it’s worth looking into the reason at the appointment.
Chronic lower back pain: when to see a doctor?
If low back pain persists for more than 3 months or interferes with work and sleep, systemic consultation is needed, not just pain relief.
Sciatica and lower back pain: are they the same thing?
Sciatica: This is pain along the path of a nerve, often from the lower back into the leg. During the consultation, we will clarify the nature of the pain and its connection with the examinations.
Can I exercise if I have lower back pain?
Depends on the reason. After inspection and analysis of documents, we will give safe recommendations on the load.
My lower back hurts all the time: what to do?
Do not delay consultation if pain continues for weeks. At the appointment we will analyze the reason and management plan.
My lower back has been hurting for several months now: is this chronic pain?
Yes, if the pain persists for more than 3 months. You need to consult a pain specialist.
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