Key Points at a Glance:
- This usually refers to pain in the back or lower back.
- Pain can come on suddenly and can be triggered by even a single wrong movement
- Lumbago is harmless in most cases
- Heat and exercise can help relieve pain
One wrong move and it’s happened: pain in the back or lower back—so severe that it takes some people’s breath away or makes it almost impossible to move. As a result, the back muscles tense up, causing those affected to remain in a protective posture. However, this only causes the back muscles to tense up even more and intensifies the pain.
What does a case of lumbago have to do with a witch?
The term “lumbago” dates back to the Middle Ages. The name stems primarily from the fact that the pain strikes out of the blue, like a bolt of lightning, and then radiates from the back down into the leg. One thing can be said right off the bat: lumbago is usually harmless and goes away quickly with a few simple remedies.
Muscle tension or poor posture can lead to
In most cases, lumbago is caused by muscle tension, poor posture, or muscle spasms. We’d like to share what we consider to be the most important tips with you here:
- Heat helps relieve the tension. You can use either a heat patch, which you apply to the painful area, or a hot water bottle, which you place on the affected area.
- In addition to heating pads and hot water bottles, warm relaxation baths can also help relieve pain.
- Even if it takes some effort at first, exercise is helpful for breaking through that mental block. Even a short walk can work wonders.
- Depending on the situation, a massage can also be soothing and help alleviate the symptoms.
- For acute lumbago, it helps to lie on your back and rest your lower legs on a chair at a 90° angle.
How can you prevent lumbago?
Anyone who has ever suffered from lumbago would prefer never to experience it again. But what does it take to prevent lumbago and avoid that agonizing pain? Physical activity is the most important factor. Regular exercise, stretching, and climbing stairs can work wonders. Especially if you have an office job and spend most of your day sitting, regular exercise and changing your posture while sitting are a must. In addition, special exercises can strengthen your core and back muscles, making you less prone to lumbago.
