Excessive force causing back pain
Sep 27, 2023
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Wang Jianjun
Introduction
If the back is exposed to cold, allowing cold pathogens to enter the body, it may easily cause blood vessel spasms and constriction, leading to impaired blood supply and resulting in pain when straightening or straining the back. It is recommended that patients apply warm compresses to the affected area, and may also appropriately use methods such as massage or manipulation to promote blood circulation. Gradually engaging the back muscles through progressive activity can help alleviate related symptoms to some extent.
Generally, back pain caused by excessive exertion may be due to factors such as cold exposure to the back, trauma, lumbar muscle strain, cholecystitis, lumbar disc herniation, and other causes. Symptomatic treatment is required, with specific analysis as follows:
1. Cold exposure to the back: If the back is exposed to cold, cold pathogens may invade the body, easily causing blood vessel spasm and constriction, leading to impaired blood supply. This can result in significant pain when straining or straightening the back. It is recommended that patients apply heat therapy to the affected area and may also use massage or manipulation techniques to promote blood circulation. Gradual physical activity targeting the back muscles can help alleviate symptoms to some extent.
2. Trauma: When the back suffers from violent impact or injury, local soft tissue damage may occur, resulting in back pain upon exertion, often accompanied by subcutaneous bruising. Patients may find relief through massage or manipulation. Additionally, under medical guidance, medications such as ibuprofen sustained-release capsules or celecoxib capsules may be taken for treatment.
3. Lumbar muscle strain: Prolonged heavy physical labor or long-term bending postures can lead to chronic injury of the lumbar muscles, ligaments, and other soft tissues, causing back pain during exertion. This may be accompanied by bilateral lower back swelling and muscle stiffness. Resting in bed and relaxing the lower back muscles may help relieve symptoms. In severe cases, patients should take medications such as ibuprofen sustained-release capsules or celecoxib capsules under a doctor’s guidance.
4. Cholecystitis: This condition is usually caused by sudden obstruction or impaction of gallstones in the cystic duct, leading to gallbladder swelling and impaired bile drainage. When inflammatory factors stimulate surrounding tissues, back pain upon exertion may occur, often accompanied by symptoms such as nausea and vomiting. It is recommended that patients receive treatment under medical supervision using medications such as ursodeoxycholic acid tablets or levofloxacin hydrochloride tablets.
5. Lumbar disc herniation: Typically caused by intervertebral disc degeneration or trauma, lumbar disc herniation compresses or irritates nerve roots, resulting in radiating pain or soreness in the muscles innervated by the affected nerves. Symptoms may manifest specifically when exerting force with the back, leading to pain. Patients are advised to take medications such as ibuprofen sustained-release capsules or celecoxib capsules under medical supervision.
Patients should avoid consuming spicy and irritating foods such as chili peppers, garlic, and ginger. Instead, they may moderately consume high-protein foods to support nutritional needs, such as milk, eggs, and fish. Prompt medical consultation upon symptom onset and standardized treatment under professional guidance are beneficial for recovery.
