How to effectively treat back pain caused by cervical spine issues
Disease description:
I've been having discomfort in my cervical spine recently. Not only is my neck stiff and painful, but the pain has also started to radiate to my back. At times, the pain is so severe that it affects my daily activities. What could be causing this? Are there any effective ways to relieve back pain caused by cervical spine issues?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Chen Jian
Back pain caused by cervical spondylosis mainly originates from nerve roots or spinal cord compression due to cervical lesions, which subsequently affects the back muscles and nerves. Common treatment approaches include:
1. Daily care: Avoid prolonged periods of neck flexion or neck strain, frequently look upward, and reduce time spent working with the neck bent forward, as this can effectively slow cervical degeneration and alleviate back pain.
2. Physical therapy: Heat application, physiotherapy, acupuncture, microwave therapy, etc., can help relieve muscle tension and pain.
3. Medication: Anti-inflammatory analgesics and muscle relaxants can be used to reduce inflammation and muscle spasms.
4. Topical medications: Application of topical agents such as Voltaren ointment or pain-relieving plasters like Tongluo Qutong膏 (Tongluo Qutong膏) may also effectively alleviate back pain.
5. Surgical treatment: If conservative treatments are ineffective, surgical options such as suturing, ligament reconstruction, posterior decompression, or disc replacement may be considered to relieve nerve compression.
6. Rehabilitation exercises: Targeted exercises for the neck and back muscles can help strengthen muscles and improve cervical stability.
