What department should I visit for a腰部扭伤 (lumbar strain)?

After a lumbar strain, patients can choose the appropriate department for medical consultation based on the severity of symptoms and hospital department availability. 1. Orthopedics: Lumbar strain typically involves injury to soft tissues such as muscles and ligaments in the lower back, and may even be accompanied by lumbar vertebral fractures. Therefore, orthopedics is the first-choice department. Orthopedic doctors can comprehensively assess the injury, repair torn muscles and ligaments, and perform reduction and fixation for fractures. 2. Tuina Department: For patients with mild pain and minimal limitation of movement, the Tuina department is a good option. Doctors in this department use techniques such as manual therapy and massage, combined with treatments like red light irradiation and paraffin therapy, to relieve pain and discomfort. 3. Pain Management Department: If a patient experiences significant pain but emergency examinations do not reveal serious fractures or soft tissue tears, visiting the pain management department is recommended.