Low Back Pain is commonly known as LBP
- Almost everyone has suffered from LBP complaints in their life
- LBP is defined as a localized sensation of pain , tension or muscle stiffness in the area between the last rib to the lower buttock crease , with or without pain in the leg
- Diseases that are often associated with LBP:
- Strains and sprains : a condition in which the muscles and ligament fibers are injured or due to overactivity.
- Herniated disk : a condition in which the spinal discs protrude so that they suppress the innervation.
- Disk degeneration : a condition in which the spinal discs shrink with age , causing the bones to touch each other.
- Myths and Facts about LBP:
- Myth: Low back pain is definitely kidney disease à Fact: not all back pain is due to kidney disease, various types of diseases can manifest as low back pain, one of which is the cause of LBP
- Myth: If LBP has disappeared, it means the problem has disappeared à Fact: not always true, for cases of LBP that are intermittent, it is still possible that the cause of LBP has not been resolved
- Myth: exercise can worsen LBP à Fact: not always true, some structured sports / movements can relieve LBP
- Myth: LBP that is not severe can be ignored à Fact: not always true, LBP which is intermittent in nature and the pain intensity increases can be a sign of disease progression that causes LBP
- Myth: LBP is caused by the habit of lifting heavy objects à Fact: not always true, even without lifting heavy weights a person can suffer from LBP
- What needs to be done to prevent LBP?
- Starting from a healthy lifestyle
- Exercise: aerobic exercise such as healthy walking and swimming with certain movements can strengthen and flex the spinal and abdominal muscles
- Lift heavy objects in the right position
- Weight: maintain ideal body weight
- Avoid smoking
- Ergonomic posture when on the move
- When do you need to consult a doctor: You need to consult a doctor if you experience back pain that:
- Over and over again
- Not getting better with rest or even with painkillers
- The intensity of the pain increases over time
Summarized by Dr. Benedict Iglecias Sihombing (PKRS EMC Tangerang Team).
Source :
- AAOS (American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons)
- International Journal of Clinical Medicine