Lower back pain

What is Lower back pain❓

 Mostly non-specific pain in the lower back 😖

 Can be due to muscle injury, ligament injury or nerve compression

What are the symptoms of Lower back pain❓

 Pain after lifting or twisting 😖

 Limitations to movement

 Can spread to other areas e.g. buttocks or thigh

How do you diagnose Lower back pain❓

 Based on the symptoms and examination

 May require scans or blood tests if there are signs of an underlying cause 💉

How do you treat Lower back pain❓

 Keeping active 🚴

 Ibuprofen 💊

 Paracetamol or codeine 💊

 Muscle relaxants 💊

 Physiotherapy

 Massage

Why should I worry about Lower back pain❓

 Most non-specific cases ease quickly

 In some cases pain can be ongoing and require medication to help with nerve pain 💊