A strained muscle, degenerated vertebrae, steno sis of the
spine and hernia disc can be the cause of the pain. There are even more factors
and injuries, which may lead to back and neck pain.
Pain in the back
In most cases of back pain, the cause and the reason behind
the pain cannot be determined. Even today’s advanced medicine cannot detect the
causes of the pain in most of the cases. The proper diagnosis cannot be
determined by a magnetic resonance as well.
Acute back pain is pain that lasts for less than a month, while chronic back
pain lasts for more than one month. In most cases, chronic back pain cannot be
cured with medicines and treatments. Chronic back pain even needs more remedies
and more tests to be determined.
We have all experienced stiffness or pain in the back or
neck. Then, our muscles are cramped and the neck feels weak.
The pain can even become worse when heavy things are being
carried or when the body posture is improper. Arthritis may develop as well due
to aging or physical strains. Other things that contribute to the problem can
even be reading in bed, insomnia and doing some light exercises.
Tips for a healthy
back
To keep your back healthy and stay back pain-free you must
walk every day for at least ten minutes. You have to do some back exercises as
well.
Another thing you have to do to protect your back is to
change your mattress if it is older than five years. Back and neck pain can
also be caused by a deformed and overused mattress.
Not sleeping on the stomach, relaxing, hiking and stretching
can also be helpful. Avoid carrying heavy things, as they can damage both the
back and the joints.
When lifting heavy bags, things or children, remember that
you must bend your knees.
Back pain transfers
to the neck
The shoulders are flexible and they are prone to damage.
Pain in the shoulders can be caused by:
• Dislocation
• Unstable joints
• Stiffness
• Fracture of the bones on the hands
The cause of back pain that spreads to the neck
Acute neck pain is a pain that lasts for less than three
months, while chronic neck pain lasts for more than three months. The reasons
behind neck pain are:
• Stretched or damaged neck structures, such as muscles,
ligaments or tendons.
• Cramps and over-stretching.
• Bad body posture
• Stress
• Lack of physical activity and spending long hours sitting
• Improper sleeping position
How to reduce pain
To reduce the pain in the neck and the back use cold and
warm compress. Repeat the treatment on every two hours and the pain will reduce
for a short time.
Exercises can also be helpful. You should exercise on a
daily basis and move the neck muscles often in order to avoid stiffness of the
neck. Some types of workouts are extremely helpful in the treatment of chronic
neck pain.
Massages or self-massages are also an excellent way to relax
the sore and stiff muscles.
Change your sleeping position and your pillow. Use soft,
feather pillows or memory foam pillows. A good pillow will protect your spine
if you sleep on the side. You should use a travel pillow for long trips as
well.
Reduce stress. Stress is the cause of many different health
problems. Try meditation, yoga or some similar relaxing techniques.
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