Back pain feels like it permeates your very being. It’s nearly impossible to get comfortable or ignore.
There isn’t one single cause of back discomfort. The back is a complicated structure made up of joints, ligaments, muscles, and bones.
It is possible to strain muscles, rupture disks, sprain ligaments, and irritate joints. All of these result in back pain. They can transpire through sports injury, bending or moving incorrectly, from arthritis formation, bad posture, carrying extra weight, and even extreme stress. Some of the more serious back pain causes include inflammatory arthritis, infection, fracture or cancer.
Did You Know?
31 Million American’s experience back pain at any given time. Worldwide it is the single biggest reason cited for disability which prevents people from functioning and being able to work.
Back pain is the top reason people call into work. 1/2 of all Americans who are employed admit to having had back pain keep them from going into the office. That is 264 million lost work days in just one year.
It is estimated that up to 80% of our population may experience back pain during their lifetime.
Back pain comes in at #3 in reasons for doctor visits, right behind skin disorders, and osteoarthritis.
Low back issues cost Americans $50 billion in healthcare costs yearly. If you add in lost income that figure nearly doubles.
Thankfully most people will make a full recovery. Only a small percentage becomes chronic or worse yet disabled.
Tips To Prevent Back Pain
The best way to deal with back pain is never to get it in the first place. Here are some tips to keep your back strong and healthy.
- Remain active
- Get regular chiropractic care
- Warm up and stretch before exercise
- Stay away from high heel shoes
- Sleep on a good quality mattress
- Make sure to lift properly with your knees and do not twist
- Stop smoking
While one of the main go-to treatments for back pain is pain medication which will help relieve pain in the current moment and may be helpful, only getting to the root of the issue and correcting it will give permanent relief.
Chiropractic in many cases can help your body heal on its own over time. If you are in the Fort Myers, Florida area we invite you to call and schedule a consultation and adjustment. Start feeling better today. 239-332-2555. www.drkasters.damonazdesign.com.
Chiropractor | Nutritionist in Ft Myers, FL
Chiropractic care is a safe, alternative treatment when applied appropriately. Chiropractic treatments help in dealing with the symptoms of many conditions. Add to that, nutritional recommendations that can help your body heal itself. Are you going to wait for your symptoms to be felt, or are you going to prevent it as soon as possible?
Dr. Jason B. Kaster, a chiropractor in Fort Myers can help you and your family achieve their optimal health.