Low Back Pain

Most Common pain affecting your lower 1/3 of your back

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Usually self-diagnosable

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Lab tests or imaging rarely required ( May require in case of severe back pain )

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Physical examination by Physiotherapist is required

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Low back pain is usually caused by injury to a muscle (strain) or ligament (sprain).

Common causes include , poor posture, a ruptured disc or arthritis, lack of regular exercise, a fracture, improper lifting.

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Often, the only symptom is pain in the lower back, and in some cases it may radiate to your leg till your foot from back.

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Most low back pain get relief on its own in 2 to 4 weeks. Physiotherapy and pain relievers can help. 95% cases do not  require surgery.

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Physiotherapy will help to get rid of back pain without medication in few days or weeks depending upon the severity.