The above four conditions encompass the major causes of back pain in the active person, but there are many other possibilities. The treatment of each individual back problem varies but the principles are the same. If your symptoms change, notify your doctor immediately for re-assessment. In the most severe cases, total bed rest is mandatory. Lie on your back with pillows placed under your knees Lie on your side with your knees pulled up to your chest.
Place pillows between the knees.
To reduce stiffness, heat can be applied in the form of heating pad, baths, whirlpool, etc. Medication Our team may prescribe pills depending on the nature of your back pain. The pills will help relieve muscle spasm, decrease inflammation in the joints or ligaments, and help reduce pain. Physiotherapy You may need physiotherapy to reduce the muscle spasm and inflammation in your back. In addition a rehabilitation program to prevent further episodes of back pain should be worked out for you, based primarily on increasing the flexibility and strength of your back.