One of the most complex parts of the body is the back and this also makes it complex to treat when something goes wrong. Back pain is a common problem in the UK and many people suffer with it for years – it can have a negative effect on quality of life, so it is important to try as many things as possible to treat it.
Surgery is not usually the first choice when it comes to treating back pain. This is because back surgery is often associated with a lot of risks and as the spine is so complex it is not always the easiest thing to treat. However, there are many other treatments for back problems, depending on what the problem is.
Many people suffer muscular problems in the back which can also cause headaches and stiffness. Physiotherapy is great for treating this problem, as well as a professional massage such as Massage House, a mobile massage London based company.
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Sometimes, injections are given to treat some forms of back pain. Often this is given to people suffering from chronic back pain which has been diagnosed, for example, Sciatica can be treated successfully with regular epidural injections into the spine. However, doctors will want to conduct tests to rule out other causes and perhaps try other techniques before prescribing this method to a patient.
There are also ways that you can reduce your chances of developing some types of back pain. Making sure that you lift things correctly, as well as ensuring things are not too heavy for you is important, as is making sure that your posture is good, particularly if you work in an office job.