Lower back pain when leaning forward occurs periodically in most people. Discomfort in the back, according to scientists, is the result of human evolution. The load on the spine is uneven, and mainly it falls on the lower back. And the ailments in this department are caused by multiple reasons, being indicators of various diseases.
Causes in the spine
A sharp lower back pain when leaning forward can occur as a result of the following violations:
- osteochondrosis;
- hernia of the intervertebral disc;
- radiculitis;
- displacement of the vertebrae;
- facet syndrome;
- epidural abscess.
Of course, only a specialist can determine the cause of the intolerable discomfort. Therefore, one should not drag out a visit to him.
Some people also experience lower back pain when leaning their heads forward. Such an unpleasant phenomenon indicates the development in the lumbosacral region of osteochondrosis.
Problems in the internal organs
Back pain when leaning forward can be caused not only by diseases of the spine. Sometimes discomfort is dictated by diseases of the internal organs. The pain is able to spread through the nerve endings throughout the body. It can be given to the lower region of the spine.
Most often, acute lower back discomfort occurs as a result of the following diseases:
- pyelonephritis;
- urolithiasis disease;
- ectopic pregnancy;
- pelvioperitonitis.
Other reasons
Exercise can also provoke lower back pain when leaning forward. The causes of discomfort may lie in the following ailments:
- Crick;
- neuralgia;
- myositis.
What to do?
If there is pain in the lower back when leaning forward, you should always consult your doctor. The primary examination should be carried out by the therapist and prescribe treatment. If necessary, he will refer the patient to an appointment with a specialist. The doctor will conduct the necessary diagnostics.
You can immediately consult a doctor with a narrow specialization if the patient knows the root cause of back pain. It can be injuries, chronic diseases, pregnancy.
But remember! Self-treatment can only be considered if you know the exact cause of your problem!
Treatment features
To alleviate pain in the lumbar spine, there is no single prescription. The doctor prescribes therapy based on the causes of the disease, the course of the disease, the nature of the pain.
Initially, analgesics are prescribed to eliminate lower back pain when leaning forward. Treatment with painkillers does not have a healing effect, but it helps to improve the patient's well-being and mood. As a rule, with osteochondrosis, the following NSAIDs are prescribed:
- Ibuprofen
- Indomethacin
- Diclofenac.
During treatment with these drugs, caution is necessary, as they can exacerbate diseases associated with the gastrointestinal tract.
Physiotherapy exercises, physiotherapy and massage also help in the treatment of osteochondrosis. But these methods can not be used for damage to the spine with tuberculosis. Such procedures are also prohibited for tumors.
Injuries to the spine exclude any movement. The victim must lie on a hard surface.
It is not always possible to use funds to strengthen the body and increase immunity. Certain drugs from these drug groups can enhance metabolism (especially protein). And this will adversely affect the functioning of the kidneys with certain ailments.
The use of ointments
Currently, many local medications are available that can alleviate the condition of a patient experiencing lower back pain when leaning forward. But remember that you can apply ointments only after confirming the diagnosis. Otherwise, serious damage may be caused to health.
Local medicines to treat pain in the spine relieve inflammation and help treat sprains. They are used for colds of the lower back, as they effectively warm the lesion. Ointments quickly act on the focus of pain, and the patient's well-being improves. That is why most people suffering from back discomfort resort to using these drugs.
Ointments for the treatment of the lower parts of the spine are divided into:
- Anti-inflammatory analgesics. They contain substances that reduce irritation. Some of them have a cooling effect. Such ointments in their composition contain lavender or menthol. Excellent painkillers are: “Ibuprofen”, “Diclofenac”, “Nurofen”.
- Combined drugs (for example, "Dolobene", "Arthrocin"). They are intended for use in injuries - relieve inflammation, have an analgesic effect and additionally help healing. The effect of tissue regeneration is due to the presence of heparin or demethyl sulfoxide in this category of drugs.
- Ointments of an irritating effect (for example, "Finalgon", "Efkamon"). They contribute to the expansion of blood vessels, due to which the blood flow to the focus of pain increases.
- Chondroprotectors. These drugs are prescribed for the destruction of cartilage. They effectively eliminate discomfort. In addition, ointments help restore cartilage and joints. An excellent representative of this group is the ointment "Chondroitin Sulfate".
Remember, you should never self-medicate! The use of drugs and ointments for the treatment of pain in the spine and lower back should be done only after consulting with a specialist (primarily a therapist) and conducting a comprehensive diagnosis of the causes of the disease.