What are the causes of lower back pain in women?
Disease description:
Female: I've been having lower back pain lately, and it's really uncomfortable. Sometimes it's a dull, aching pain, and other times it's a sharp, stabbing pain, like being pricked by a needle. I usually sit for most of the day at work—could this be related? What are the common causes of lower back pain in women?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Chen Jian
Common factors that may cause lower back pain in women:
1. Physiological cycle changes: During the premenstrual period and menstruation, women often experience discomfort or pain in the lower back due to uterine contractions, pelvic congestion, and hormonal fluctuations. This is a normal physiological phenomenon and typically subsides after the menstrual period ends.
2. Pregnancy: During pregnancy, as the uterus enlarges, the body's center of gravity shifts forward, placing additional pressure on the lower back muscles and ligaments, which can lead to back pain. Additionally, hormonal changes during pregnancy may loosen the joints and ligaments around the pelvis, increasing the risk of lower back pain.
3. Lack of exercise: Prolonged lack of physical activity can weaken the muscles in the lower back, making them more prone to pain.
4. Poor lifestyle habits: Wearing high heels for extended periods, prolonged sitting, or maintaining the same posture for long durations can increase stress on the lower back, leading to pain.
5. Obesity: Excess body weight places additional strain on the lower back, keeping the muscles and ligaments in a constant state of tension, which can result in lower back pain.
6. Osteoporosis: As women age, bone density decreases. Particularly after menopause, declining estrogen levels accelerate bone loss, increasing the risk of spinal fractures and lower back pain.
7. Muscle strain: Prolonged standing, sitting, or engaging in repetitive manual labor can overwork the lower back muscles, causing strain and pain.
