Lumbago : Causes, Symptoms & treatment

LUMBAGO or Low Back Pain is usually around the Lumbar region(as the name implies).Lumbago have different causes and treatment

Lumbago is caused by INJURY to a muscle (STRAIN ) or ligament (SPRAIN).Lumbago causes symptoms and treatment described below

Common Causes of lumbago

• improper lifting of weight material
• poor posture while sleeping or sitting
• lack of regular exercise
• a fracture or sprain
• a ruptured disc or Arthritis

Lifestyle changes can also leads to Lower Back pain that are

• Smoking
• Over weight
• physical activities

Treatment of Chronic back Pain(lumbago)

• Do Deep breathing
• Lose weight
• Quit smoking
• physical Therapy (very Vital)
• use of well fitted Lumbosacral brace
• Healthy Diet

TREATMENT

Medication (NSAIDs, Opioids & Muscle relaxant) only when recommended by your Doctor.

• Minimize stressful activities
• Regular Medical Check Up.
  -Gentle massage with ice & certain oil (recommended by your physiotherapist)

One of the best exercise for Lumbago is Curl-up (Crunch):

• Where you, Lie on your back in the hook lying position (knees bent and feet on the floor).
• Cross your hands & arms across your chest.
• Slowly raise your head, neck, upper back, & shoulders off the floor.

As you raise up, exhale. As you lower down, inhale.
Repeat 10 times & work up to 3-5 sets atleast once per day.