{"product_id":"2940044473775","title":"A Simple Guide to Back Pain and Other Spine Disorders","description":"\u003cp\u003eBackache is one of the most common complaints by patients seen in a family doctor's clinic.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe complaint may be:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e1. Constant aching, pain or stiffness that occurs anywhere along your spine, from the base of the neck to the hips.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e2. Sharp pain in the neck, upper back, or lower back, especially after lifting heavy objects or other strenuous activity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e3. Chronic ache in the middle or lower back, especially after sitting or standing for long period of time.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMore men suffer from it than women.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBackache is most common among people in their middle age.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBackache also occurs among young people aged 16 - 24 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhat are the causes of Backache?\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe doctor usually asked for a history of:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e1. back strain from the lifting of a heavy object,\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e2. from a fall,\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e3. Prolonged sitting with poor posture can also lead to chronic backache such as slouching in a couch when watching TV.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf the bad posture is prolonged, backache may occur.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e4. wearing high heeled shoes also put a lot of strain on the back muscles\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e5. associated pain in legs or weakness and tingling in the legs or back.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e6. pain increases when you cough or bend forward at the waist.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e7. Back pain radiates into the legs, sciatica.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis could be a sign of a herniated disk.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e8. dull pain in one area of your spine when trying to lie down or getting out of bed, especially if you are over 50 years of age.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eYou may be suffering from osteoarthritis\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e9. pain is felt in both thighs when walking.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis can be a symptom of spinal stenosis (the narrowing of the lower spinal canal).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e10. persistent backache may also be an indication of an undetected cancer of the colon, ovary, bladder or prostate.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e11.gynaecological problems (such as ovarian tumors, fibroids) and pregnancy.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHow is Backache diagnosed?\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDiagnosis:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e1. Full medical examination especially of movement of the back , any deformity of the spine, abdominal swelling, straight leg raising test\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e2. X-ray of the Spine: to exclude fracture, osteoarthritis, dislocation,\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e3. X-ray of abdomen to exclude any tumors in the abdomen pressing against the spine\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e4. MRI of spine for slipped disc, tumors, fracture\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e5. Bone density test to exclude osteoporosis\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e6. Blood tests for calcium, protein, kidney function, cancer markers, RA factor\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e7. Urine and stool tests for blood,\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhat is the treatment of Backache?\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSymptomatic:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e1. Painkillers and muscle relaxants\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e2. Ice packs or heat treatment\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e3. Physiotherapy to strengthen muscles\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e4. Good posture and firm mattress\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e5. Avoid aggravating factors like high heels, overstretching muscles, excessive strenuous activities\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCurative:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe cause must be found and treated.\u003cbr\u003eExamples are fractures due to injury.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCauses like cancer and aged related illness (osteoarthritis) may not be able to be cured but may improved with treatment.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHow is Backache prevented?\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePrevention\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e1. Maintain the correct posture at all times.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhen standing or sitting, ensure that your back is kept straight instead of a slouched position.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e2. support your back and use a cushion when necessary.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e3. Correct furniture can also help to prevent the occurrence of backache.\u003cbr\u003eUse chairs of a proper height in relation to the table or desk.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e4. Sleep on a firm mattress\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e5. Do not wear high heels\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e6. Keep your back straight when carrying heavy item.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eKeep the item close to the body.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e7. Do not bend the back to carry heavy objects.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBend the knees keep the back straight\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eExercise is another good way to prevent backache by strengthening the back muscles.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHowever, if you have had back injuries before such as a slipped disc, do be cautious when you exercise.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTABLE OF CONTENT\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eChapter 1 Backache\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eChapter 2 Osteoarthritis\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eChapter 3 Ankylosing Spondylosis\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eChapter 4 Prolapsed Disc\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eChapter 5 Spinal Stenosis\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eChapter 6 Coccyx Dislocation\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kenneth Kee","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47148437897456,"sku":"2940044473775","price":2.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0737\/7593\/9824\/files\/2940044473775_p0.jpg?v=1769888782","url":"https:\/\/shop-qa.barnesandnoble.com\/products\/2940044473775","provider":"Barnes \u0026 Noble (DEV)","version":"1.0","type":"link"}