Eight causes of lower back pain

15:46 - 29.08.2018


August 29, Fineko/abc.az.  In case of lower back pain, the first thing that comes to mind is the presence of a hernia in the spine. But lower back pain can appear for various reasons. What are the causes of such pain?

1 – Stress

Stress acts on the body in different forms. One of these forms of action is lumbar pain. Under the influence of the stress hormone, the spine and, especially, the back muscles are constantly tense. This is a kind of reaction of the body to the severity of stress.  This condition is often found in people who do not like their work and feel themselves in other spheres more comfortable. 

2 - Sedentary lifestyle

Insufficient physical activity, coupled with excessive weight, can cause muscle and ligament weakness, and lead to lumbar pain.

3 – Herniation of the spine

Hernia of the spine - a serious disease that is the result of heavy physical activity, injuries, etc. The spine consists of joints of the vertebrae. There are intervertebral discs between the vertebrae. These discs play the role of a shock absorber and provide mobility of the spine. Hernia is formed as a result of the displacement of the tissue of the disc towards the spinal canal. And the pressure exerted on the spinal cord and nerves lead to pain.

4 - Uncomfortable arm-chair or chair

Office workers, sitting at a computer, and persons making a long trip in the car or on the plane, as well as individuals leading a sedentary lifestyle for a long time can also have lumbar pain. If this condition takes a long time, it can subsequently lead to a hernia of the spine.

5 - Excess weight

Excess weight, which is the cause of many diseases, can also cause lower back pain. As because of excessive weight, the spine is overloaded and causes pain.

6 – Uncomfortable bed

Our bed should support all parts of the spine equally, especially one should care to ensure that there is no space between the back and the bed. Too hard or, conversely, soft bed can also lead to back pain.

7 - Displacement of the disk

Stretching of ligaments of disks occurs in case of sharp movement, falling, and accident and they replace from their place. This is a very painful process. Since the most mobile parts of the spine are the neck and lower back, this problem is most common precisely in these areas.

8 - Muscle aches

Carrying of heavy loads, long journeys and physical activity in excess of the norm are the cause of pain in the lumbar muscles.

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