This can be due to several causes such as fatigue, overuse, or improper muscle use. Muscle strains usually occur in the back in the lower back, neck, or shoulder (Healthline, 2015). The mid back, or thoracic back, is both a unique and complex anatomical structure. The complexity that makes the back so unique also predisposes the back to injury. Twelve vertebral bones comprise the thoracic spinal column, the ribs, muscles, tendons, nerves, discs, and blood vessels according to Martini (Martini et al, 2014). These tissues function to give support to the upper body while aiding in the movement of the upper body and arms. Vertebrae T1-T10 articulate with each rib in two locations, and restricts mobility of this area of the spine (Martini et al,
You usually feel back pain after lifting a heavy object, move suddenly, sit in one position for too long or suffer an injury or
Low back pain (LBP) is one of the leading causes of disability and work absence globally, affecting not just the individual, but also extending to families, communities and society at large. Whilst the prevalence of LBP is high, with over 70 percent of people experiencing some LBP at some point during their lives, most will resolve within a few months (Campbell et al, 2013). Problems arise when pain persists beyond the expected period of healing or when it exceeds 12 weeks in duration. An estimated 40 percent of people who present with acute LBP continue to report symptoms after 3 months and
http://www.acatoday.org/pdf/Key-Facts-about-the-Chiropractic-Profession.pdf Lower Back Pain Back pain is one of the most commonly reported health problems among working adults. One of the primary reasons
Medical and other treatments: The main goal for treating chronic back pain is to get rid of the pain (Weiner & Nordin, 2010) and increase physical and social functions of the body (Jackson & Simpson, 2006). There are different ways of treating chronic back pain, which includes medication, physical therapies, interventional treatment, spinal cord stimulation, acupuncture or surgery, depending on the severity of pain that is experienced (Jackson & Simpson, 2006).
A quantitative and qualitative study will be used to determine the barriers to use patient reported outcome (PRO) scores in the clinical practice and to deliver the self-management support program and address them using knowledge translation interventions within an interdisciplinary intervention for individuals with CLBP at four primary care clinics
Acupuncture for the treatment of low back pain Background Low back pain has been a major activity limitation for many people below the age of 45 years in the United States (Andersson, 1999). According to a study conducted in the U.S. in 1997, there are 54 percent patients that report back pain and using complementary therapy (Wolsko et al., 2003). Another survey conducted in 2002 indicated that while back pain led to most frequent patient visits to acupuncturists across U.S (Cherkin et al., 2002). Western countries still experience many case of chronic low back pain which can be attributable to high medical expenses, decline in productivity, as well as disability. There still exists a variety of standard treatments although some have not been cleared as affective. Acupuncture is a contemporary as well as alternative treatment strategy for patients wilt low back pains although there are questions from previous systematic reviews that were inconclusive on the results of acupuncture treatment strategy for low back pain. These statistics indicate a high level of public concern hence strengthening the relevance for asking whether acupuncture gives positive results in the treatment of back pain. Therefore this research seeks to gain evidence from randomized controlled trials (RCTs) on the positive results of acupuncture in treatment of low back pain.
Low back pain is a highly prevalent socioeconomic health issue in the world we live in today and one of the top causes of disability - affecting work performance and the overall quality of life for many. The 2010 Global Burden of Disease Study estimated that out of 289 health conditions, low back pain ranked number one in terms of disability (YLDs - Years Lived with Disability), and sixth in terms of overall burden (DALYs - Disability-Adjusted Life Years) (Lancet, 2012). It is estimated that 60% to 70% of the industrialized population will experience non-specific (most common type) low back pain in their lifetimes with a one-year prevalence of 15% to 45%, adults occurring 5% per year (Taimela, Kujala, Salminen, Viljanen, 1997, 1132-1136). Children and adolescents have a lower prevalence rate than adults, but is rapidly on the rise (Balague, Troussier, Salminen, 1999, 429-438).
Megan Kadel Zach Wilson ENG 102-1044 March 9th, 2017 Does Kinesio Tape provide benefits in patients with chronic lower back pain? Chronic lower back pain is on the rise in not only America, but is on the rise in the world. According to a study by the Annals of Rheumatic Diseases in 2010, approximately one in ten people suffer from lower back pain, which makes lower back pain the leading cause of disability in the world (http://ard.bmj.com/content/early/2014/02/14/annrheumdis-2013-204428). This rate is on the rise and should be extremely alarming as common activities, including working a desk job, can contribute to chronic lower back pain. While there are many different methods to treat chronic lower back pain, including physical therapy, therapeutic
Back pain is one of the most common health complaints in the United States and around the world. Back pain affects 8 out of 10 people at some point during their lives.1 One quarter of the US adult population describes having low back pain at least one day over a three month period; 7.6% of the population reported severe acute low back pain in a one year period. 2 In a survey conducted by the National Institute of Health Statistics, 28.4% population reported low back pain as the leading source of pain. 3
Which treatments are effective to sciatica pain 80% of the population worldwide will suffer from a nerve pain called sciatica, and the remaining percent will know someone with sciatica (Cichoke 3). Sciatica is a pain that affects the back, hips, and legs, caused by compression of a spinal nerve root in the lower back, “often owing to deterioration of an intervertebral disk, hernias, and tissues injuries” (Cichoke 3). It is most known as lower back pain because the sciatica nerve connects the lower spine with the feet by running all the way down the legs and its muscles. It can affect our lifestyle, daily activities, every instant you are awake or sleeping. Sciatica can also appear from a physical injury, disease, emotional pressure, poor posture,
region is affected, it is called Lumbar Spinal Stenosis. This disease is often found in the
Chiropractic Care for Lower Back Pain Chiropractors commonly use manipulation of the spine to help patients with lower back pain. They do this by using controlled, sudden forces that often improve range and quality of motion. This high-velocity, short-lever arm thrust is applied to the abdominal vertebrae in those with lower back pain. Depending on the injury, the chiropractor may also incorporate exercise and rehabilitation to alleviate the pain and help align the spine. Over time, many patients experience relief from chiropractic care for their lower back pain.
Although low back pain is prevalent and is having a very high chance of chronicity and recurrence, there is lack of evidence on effective treatment in acute phase patients.
the world and as indicated by WHO (2003) lower back agony is in charge of a noteworthy part of individuals avoiding work or going by a therapeutic professional. It is evaluated that 70