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What Causes Pain In The Middle Of Back?
Question: Pain in the middle of my back and side on the right side. Has been reoccurring for the past month off and on, since I returned from the Caribbean. Feels like it can be massaged out most of the time, but it does not help. From what I read online, it mentions the liver and gallbladder. I will add, I am not a drug user and have been with the same partner for 3+ years. Also have been having stomach issues, cramping.
Brief Answer:
muscular back pain
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thanks for posting your query.
Back muscle strain is one of the MOST common causes of pain at the back on one side. Lifting a heavy object, twisting, or a sudden movement can cause muscles or ligaments stretch or develop microscopic tears.
A liver or gall bladder pathology is less likely and this can be ruled out after an ultrasound scan.
TREATMENT: Some general guidelines can help you to reduce back pain. These are as follows:
1) Take adequate bed REST with maintaining posture. Individuals who do not regularly exercise to build strength and flexibility are more likely to experience recurrent or prolonged back pain.
2) Alternate Hot water bottle or Ice pack can help to relieve most types of back pain by reducing inflammation.
3) Non-Steroid Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs) are quite useful to reduce inflammation and back pain. You need proper prescription from your doctor.
4) Exercise for Back Pain : It is a key element of almost any muscular back pain treatment plan. You may contact with Physiotherapist regarding this.
It includes 3 components: aerobic conditioning, stretching, and strengthening. The exercises are done through a controlled, progressive program to build more strong and flexible spine.
I hope this answers your query.
In case you have additional questions or doubts, you can forward them to me, and I shall be glad to help you out.
Wishing you good health.
Regards.
Dr. Praveen Tayal.
For future query, you can directly approach me through my profile URL http://bit.ly/Dr-Praveen-Tayal
muscular back pain
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thanks for posting your query.
Back muscle strain is one of the MOST common causes of pain at the back on one side. Lifting a heavy object, twisting, or a sudden movement can cause muscles or ligaments stretch or develop microscopic tears.
A liver or gall bladder pathology is less likely and this can be ruled out after an ultrasound scan.
TREATMENT: Some general guidelines can help you to reduce back pain. These are as follows:
1) Take adequate bed REST with maintaining posture. Individuals who do not regularly exercise to build strength and flexibility are more likely to experience recurrent or prolonged back pain.
2) Alternate Hot water bottle or Ice pack can help to relieve most types of back pain by reducing inflammation.
3) Non-Steroid Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs) are quite useful to reduce inflammation and back pain. You need proper prescription from your doctor.
4) Exercise for Back Pain : It is a key element of almost any muscular back pain treatment plan. You may contact with Physiotherapist regarding this.
It includes 3 components: aerobic conditioning, stretching, and strengthening. The exercises are done through a controlled, progressive program to build more strong and flexible spine.
I hope this answers your query.
In case you have additional questions or doubts, you can forward them to me, and I shall be glad to help you out.
Wishing you good health.
Regards.
Dr. Praveen Tayal.
For future query, you can directly approach me through my profile URL http://bit.ly/Dr-Praveen-Tayal
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